Daniel Rader, a smiling man with short dark hair and a beard, wearing a beige sweater and dark jeans, seated on a wooden stool against a green backdrop in a photo studio.
Daniel Rader, a smiling man with short dark hair and a beard, wearing a beige sweater and dark jeans, seated on a wooden stool against a green backdrop in a photo studio.

Photo: Valerie Terranova

Daniel Rader is an award-winning theatre photographer based in New York City, specializing in production photography, portraiture, headshots, and performing arts imagery.

With a background in photojournalism and more than a decade of experience, Daniel brings an eye for storytelling and an instinct for capturing the emotion of live performance.

His photography spans Broadway, Off-Broadway, regional theatre, and concerts, with work appearing in national, local, and industry publications.

“At its best, photography can transport us to the time, place, and heart of remarkable moments. From miles or years away, we’re able to witness what occurred.”


  • 54 Below

    ACT of Connecticut

    Adelphi University

    Arena Stage

    ATPAM

    Barrington Stage Company

    Big Leap Brands

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    Broadway Workshop

    DARR Publicity

    Davenport Theatrical Enterprises

    David Geffen School of Drama at Yale

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    Edgewood Entertainment

    Elon University

    Emily Owens PR

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    Fiorello H. LaGuardia High School of Music & Art and Performing Arts

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    Fund for Public Schools

    George Street Playhouse

    Gibney Dance

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    John F. Kennedy Center for the Performing Arts

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    Juilliard Drama

    Lincoln Center Theater

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    NYC Department of Education

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    Origin Theatre Company

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    The Press Room

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    Williamstown Theatre Festival


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