Ryder Dean McDaniel

(Bio as of June 2026)

Ryder Dean McDaniel really likes playing weirdos who care a lot. Chicago credits include Taming of the Shrew (Court Theatre), Hairspray (Uptown Theatre), Disaster! (Big Noise Theatre), Bacchanal (Fowl Players), Throbbin’ Wood (Pride Arts), as well as As You Like It, Night Side Songs, and Cock Envy (Northwestern University). He just wrapped filming on an upcoming indie horror feature. Big thank you to this team, my roommates, and family. rydermcdaniel.com