Diane Riley Dies: New York Theatrical Agent Was 52
New York theatrical agent Diane Riley has died aged 52, following complications after surgery. Her death was announced by her family and agency; she had experienced health problems over the previous 18 months, with her condition worsening in recent months.
Riley joined Harden Curtis Associates in 1997 and became a partner in 2017, when the agency was renamed Harden Curtis Kirsten Riley. She represented performers including Lisa Emery, Curtiss Cook and Andy Mientus, and served as vice-president of the National Association of Talent Representatives’ board. A celebration of life is planned for 30 October in Manhattan; she is survived by her husband, father and brother.
In short
- Agent Diane Riley has died aged 52 after complications following surgery.
- She joined her agency in 1997 and became a partner in 2017.
- A celebration of life is planned for 30 October in Manhattan.
Explained simply
A theatrical agent represents performers and helps manage their careers, including finding and negotiating work. In New York, agencies connect actors with theatre, film and television productions.
Diane Riley spent much of her career at Harden Curtis Associates, becoming a partner as the agency took a new name in 2017. She represented actors including Lisa Emery, Curtiss Cook and Andy Mientus, and held a leadership role with the National Association of Talent Representatives, a group for talent agents. Her career is part of the network of agents and agencies that helps performers find professional opportunities.