Daniel Irizarry
Theatre Director
- Theater
Biography
Daniel Irizarry is a Puerto Rican-born experimental theater director, performer, and educator based in NYC. Known for his visceral, stylized acting and audience engagement, he is the Artistic Director of One-Eighth Theater and a lecturer at MIT. His work spans globally, directing productions like Retratos in Chile and My Onliness at the Sibiu International Theatre Festival. Irizarry has performed and directed in renowned venues such as La MaMa’s Ellen Stewart Theatre and New Ohio Theatre. He has taught workshops worldwide and holds an MFA from Columbia University and a BA from the Universidad de Puerto Rico.
Education
- MFA in Acting, Columbia University, 2007
- BA in Drama, Universidad de Puerto Rico, 2001
- BA in Drama, Universidad de Puerto Rico, 2001
Awards
- Selected as one of the best Off-Broadway performances of 2022 by Theatermania for My Onliness
- New York Times Critics' Pick for The Maids by Jose Rivera
- Time Out NY Critics' Pick for UBU by Adam Symkowicz
- New York Times Critics' Pick for The Maids by Jose Rivera
- Time Out NY Critics' Pick for UBU by Adam Symkowicz
Professional Associations
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Artist Contribution
Daniel Irizarry contributes to Afro-Latinx culture in Boston by showcasing Latinx narratives through experimental theater. His work amplifies diverse voices, blending global influences with Afro-Latinx experiences, enriching the city's cultural scene.
Contact
- djio@mit.edu