The Shubert Organization‘s Jeff T. Daniel has been named president of the company effective immediately.
Daniel was previously Chief Strategy Officer at Shubert, a role he assumed in September 2023 after 14 years at Broadway Across America, the leading presenter of Broadway shows in 48 markets in North America. Daniel will continue to report to Robert E. Wankel, Chairman & CEO of The Shubert Organization, who made the announcement today.
“Jeff’s background, both at Shubert and prior to joining our company make him extremely well suited for this role,” said Wankel. “For the past two years at Shubert, Jeff has been working on strategic initiatives as he familiarizes himself with our company.”
“And importantly,” Wankel continued, “Jeff was a driving force in securing government funding for Broadway’s post-pandemic revitalization. Having him by my side will ensure Shubert’s strength and legacy for years to come. We congratulate him on this well-deserved appointment.”
Said Daniel in a statement, “I’m honored to serve this American institution, and I am committed to the continued success and stability of both Shubert and the greater theatre industry. Shubert holds a special place in my heart, as it does for millions of theatregoers, and I am proud to work alongside Bob, with Shubert’s talented leadership team and our impressive colleagues throughout the company.”
Prior to joining Shubert – the largest theatre owner on Broadway – Daniel was the Co-Chief Executive Officer of Broadway Across America. Earlier in his career, Daniel negotiated the sale of Theater Management Group to the publicly traded Clear Channel Entertainment, and was appointed to the executive post of COO, Entertainment Properties. In that role, he acquired, renovated, operated, and presented live music and Broadway shows in theaters on Broadway in New York City, in Toronto, Chicago, Washington DC, Boston, Philadelphia, New Orleans, Louisville and San Antonio.
