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Dan Steinman Joins Madison Wells as President and Chief Content Officer

BusinessEntertainment4/27/2026
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Dan Steinman, a veteran entertainment executive, has been appointed president and chief content officer at Gigi Pritzker's Madison Wells production and financing company. Steinman brings experience from roles at 30West, Black Bear Pictures, and Creative Artists Agency (CAA). Madison Wells produces Broadway musicals like 'Hadestown' and films for Netflix.

Facts First

  • Dan Steinman appointed president and chief content officer at Gigi Pritzker's Madison Wells.
  • Madison Wells produces Broadway shows including 'Hadestown' and 'Swept Away'.
  • Steinman's previous role was co-president and COO of 30West, where he helped conceive projects like 'I, Tonya' and 'Tiger King'.
  • Madison Wells' recent productions include Netflix film 'Nonnas' and a Sundance-winning short film set to premiere on Netflix.
  • Steinman's career includes senior roles at Black Bear Pictures and in CAA's film finance division.

What Happened

Dan Steinman has joined Gigi Pritzker's Madison Wells production and financing venture as president and chief content officer. Steinman spent the previous nine years as co-president and chief operating officer (COO) of 30West, where he helped conceive projects including the film 'I, Tonya', the Netflix docu-series 'Tiger King', and the film 'Triangle of Sadness'. Madison Wells produces stage productions, including the Broadway musicals 'Hadestown' and 'Swept Away', and its recent film productions include the Netflix film 'Nonnas' and the Sundance Film Festival-winning short 'The Baddest Speechwriter of All', which is scheduled to premiere on Netflix later this year.

Why this Matters to You

This executive move may signal a period of increased activity for Madison Wells, a company that invests in and produces entertainment across film, stage, and streaming platforms. As a viewer, you could see more projects from this company reaching theaters, Broadway, and services like Netflix in the coming years. The appointment brings a seasoned executive with a track record in successful films and series to oversee content development.

What's Next

Steinman's leadership at Madison Wells could lead to new film and stage productions being announced. The company's short film 'The Baddest Speechwriter of All', which earned the Sundance grand jury award, is scheduled to premiere on Netflix later this year, offering a near-term example of its output.

Perspectives

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Madison Wells Leadership expresses enthusiasm for the new appointment, asserting that Steinman's "devotion and intentionality will be invaluable" to the company's mission of storytelling.
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Dan Steinman views the transition as a "natural next step" and believes the company's vision is uniquely positioned to "evolve content to match the moment."