Darius de Haas
Stage actor and singer
Born
September 29th, 1968
57 years ago
Category
Performers & Entertainers
Country
United States
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An American stage actor and singer achieved recognition for performances in musical theater. Notable roles include performances in 'Rent' as Angel and 'Caroline, or Change' as the Radio Man. Throughout a career in theater, contributions included work in various productions on and off Broadway, as well as concerts and recordings showcasing a versatile vocal talent.
Performed as Angel in 'Rent'
Played Radio Man in 'Caroline, or Change'
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