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David Coffman is the Managing Director of Sundance Productions Inc. Under the leadership of David Coffman as Managing Director, the company takes particular pride in working with the most creative and successful production teams in theatre today, including; current theatrical licensing deals for Cats and Rock Of Ages in Mexico City, Queen Esther Marrow’s Harlem Gospel Singers, and the international touring production of West Side Story. Previous productions and associations include: Tanguera, Grease, Latin Heat, Alvin Alley American Dance Theatre and the Martha Graham Dance Company. Worldwide Sundance works in association with its parent company - BB Promotion GmbH - one of the largest commercial theatrical producing and touring companies in Europe

David Coffman's theatrical productions include Co-Conceived and Produced the hit Latino musical 4 Guys Named José from its inception to the commercial Off Broadway run in NYC. Conceived and produced the stage musical Blackbirds of Broadway which played to great success in theatres across the U.S., The Montreal Jazz Festival and two commercial European tours.

David Coffman currently runs the New York Offices for Nordiska ApS which is the largest theatrical licensing agency in Scandinavia representing a comprehensive list of international plays and musicals for live stage production in Sweden, Norway, Denmark, Norway and Iceland. Each year they license rights for countless theatre productions. A partial list of musicals licensed by David Coffman for Nordiska include: Wicked, Flashdance, Avenue Q, First Date, The Addams Family, Chaplin The Musical, Cougar The Musical, The Full Monty, Ghost The Musical, Hairspray, La Cage Aux Folles, My Fair Lady, Next To Normal, Sleepless in Seattle The Musical, Spring Awakening, Spamalot.

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Video: Learn More About ALICE'S WONDERLAND at South Coast Rep


Learn all about the story behind Alice's Wonderland at South Coast Rep in an all new video.

SCR Takes Lewis Carroll's Classic Contemporary With ALICE'S WONDERLAND


South Coast Repertory takes audiences on an exciting journey with a remarkable young girl in Alice's Wonderland, book, music and lyrics by Julia Riew and J. Quinton Johnson, conceived by Linda Chichester and David Coffman. Directed by Rob Salas, Alice's Wonderland runs Feb. 10-25 on the Julianne Argyros Stage.

Lonny Price Helmed WEST SIDE STORY Opens in Paris


Get ready for an unforgettable performance as Lonny Price directs WEST SIDE STORY in Paris. Discover the opening date and venue for this highly anticipated musical production. Don't miss your chance to experience the magic of this iconic show.

South Coast Repertory 60th Season Including QUIXOTE NUEVO, A RAISIN IN THE SUN, And More


South Coast Repertory announced its 60th season, with a lineup that ranges from an American classic to contemporary works, with two world premieres—including one musical—and a special offering featuring pianist and actor Hershey Felder.

At Nashville Children's Theatre, Self-Expression Shines, Sparking Young Imaginations in HIP HOP CINDERELLA


Among attributes audience members have come to expect from a Nashville Children’s Theatre production – fired by significant amounts of imagination and enough creativity to empower the minds of every youngster who has ever been introduced to the transformative power of live theater by the artists of NCT – are unique approaches to live performance, replete with stunning visuals, the casting of actors who look like their young audiences, and refreshingly new and exciting concepts that breathe new life in ages-old tales.

HIP HOP CINDERELLA to Make Off-Broadway Debut at the New Victory Theater in February


Hip Hop Cinderella will make its New York stage debut on February 10th at the New Victory Theater. See how to purchase tickets!

Review: WORLD PREMIERE OF ALICE'S WONDERLAND OPENS IN KANSAS CITY at Coterie Theatre


The Coterie Theatres' world premiere of a new family musical, ALICE’S WONDERLAND runs at The Coterie Theatre at Crown Center through August 7. Adapted from the Lewis Carroll classic story the musical features an original score with book, music, and lyrics by J. Quinton Johnson and Julia Riew. Brianna Woods directs, with musical direction by Delano Mendoza, and choreography by Marc Wayne.

Summer Stock Austin Announces Casts for IN THE HEIGHTS & ALICE'S WONDERLAND


Summer Stock Austin has announced casting for Lin Manuel Miranda’s Tony Award winning Broadway musical, In the Heights and the Regional Premiere of Alice’s Wonderland by Hamilton alumni J. Quinton Johnson and Julia Riew as part of the 2022 Summer season.

World Premiere of New Musical ALICE'S WONDERLAND to be Presented at The Coterie


This summer, The Coterie will produce the world premiere of the new family musical, Alice’s Wonderland, adapted from Lewis Carroll’s classic story and featuring an original score with book, music and lyrics by J. Quinton Johnson and Julia Riew -- based on a treatment by Linda Chichester and David Coffman.

Celeste Castillo, Daniel Quadrino & More to Star in Staged Readings of ALICE'S WONDERLAND: A NEW MUSICAL


 Amas Musical Theatre and The Amas Musical Theatre Lab today announced upcoming staged readings of “Alice’s Wonderland: A New Musical,” a musical adventure with book, music and lyrics by J. Quinton Johnson and Julia Riew.

Full Cast Announced for AMAS - YOU LOVE! A HEART TO HEART VIRTUAL CELEBRATION


Amas Musical Theatre has announced the full cast for Amas – You Love!: A Heart to Heart Virtual Celebration, its upcoming virtual benefit gala commemorating the company’s 52nd Anniversary, on Monday, May 10, 2021 at 7pm with Honorary Chair, Grammy Award-winning Latin recording artist and activist Rubén Blades.

VIDEO: Watch THEatre ACCELERATOR Live Pitches at 2pm ET Today!


Apples and Oranges Arts’ THEatre ACCELERATOR culminates in a live, virtual Shark-Tank-style pitch session in which six writing teams from the Spring 2021 New Reality Edition present their shows to theatre executives.

Apples And Oranges Arts Announces The Spring 2021 Cohort Of THEatre ACCELERATOR - New Reality Edition


Applying the model that accelerates technology start-ups, APPLES AND ORANGES ARTS THEatre ACCELERATOR Program treats storytellers as founders, creating an opportunity to interact with experts in the storytelling, production, financing, distribution and business of show business.

Hip Hop Cinderella, a new musical, streaming Dec. 10 - 27!


Special Offer - Hip Hop Cinderella, a new musical, streaming Dec. 10 - 27!

HIP HOP CINDERELLA - A NEW MUSICAL to Stream in December


Amas Musical Theatre in association with HipHopMusicals.com will present 'Hip Hop Cinderella - A New Musical,'a family-friendly intergalactic romp with a cool, hip hop vibe, laughs, adventure and unforgettable songs. This virtual theatrical experience will launch online beginning Thursday, December 10 at 7pm.

Amas Musical Theatre to Honor Lillias White and Nancy Santiago Negron With 2020 'Rosie' Award


Amas Musical Theatre (Donna Trinkoff, Artistic Producer), New York City's award-winning pioneer in diversity and multi-ethnic casting in the performing arts since 1968, will celebrate its 51st Anniversary at its annual Gala Benefit Concert on Monday, April 6, 2020 at the The Baruch Performing Arts Center (East 25th Street - between Lexington & Third Avenues, NYC). Honorary Chair for the event is Grammy Award-winning Latin recording artist and activist Rubén Blades. Tony Award-winner Priscilla Lopez will be Mistress of Ceremonies for the evening.

National Alliance For Musical Theatre To Celebrate Its 30th Annual Festival Of New Musicals


The National Alliance for Musical Theatre (Betsy King Militello, Executive Director) is celebrating its 30th Annual Festival of New Musicals this year, and in recognition of that milestone, NAMT will host a month-long new musicals celebration this September. During New Musicals Month, NAMT will celebrate and honor the groundbreaking work their members do year-round to develop new work.

Michael Stiggers to Headline Hip Hop Musical iLLA! at O'Neill Center; Cast Announced!


Producers have announced the full cast for iLLA! A Hip Hop Musical at the 2017 Eugene O'Neill Theater Center's National Music Theater Conference (NMTC) this July.

Michael Stiggers to Headline Hip Hop Musical iLLA! at O'Neill Center; Cast Announced!


Producers have announced the full cast for iLLA! A Hip Hop Musical at the 2017 Eugene O'Neill Theater Center's National Music Theater Conference (NMTC) this July.

iLLA! A HIP HOP MUSICAL Headed to O'Neill Center's National Music Theater Conference


Following a sold out "Best of Fest!" win at 2017's New York Musical Festival (NYMF), plus sold out runs in Ohio and Atlanta, iLLA! A Hip Hop Musical is headed to the Eugene O'Neill Theater Center's National Music Theater Conference (NMTC) this July.

David Coffman FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

How many shows has David Coffman written?

David Coffman has written 1 shows including 4 Guys Named Jose and Una Mujer Named Maria (Conceiver).

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