Tenor
A Filipino-American actor, singer, playwright, and composer who originated the role of Iago in Disney's Aladdin on Broadway and has become a distinctive voice in musical theatre and contemporary performance.
Defining moments and milestones
Beginning his professional journey in Seattle's regional theatre ecosystem, Don Darryl Rivera built a reputation as a versatile performer and creator before originating the role of Iago in the pre-Broadway tryout of Disney's Aladdin at the 5th Avenue Theatre in 2013. His virtuosic performance—combining vocal agility, physical comedy, and emotional depth—transferred to Broadway in 2014, where it became a career-defining role sustained across multiple productions and international runs. Simultaneously, he has cultivated a parallel practice as a playwright and composer, creating original works for children's theatre while maintaining a visible presence in classical and contemporary theatre across North America.
Originated the role of Iago in Disney's Aladdin on Broadway (2014), sustaining the performance for over ten years across the original production, First National Tour, and West End engagement
Cornish College of the Arts (BFA in Acting, BFA in Theatre, 2006)
Recordings featuring Don Darryl Rivera in the Society index
Additional recordings will appear here as the catalog expands.