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[US Tour, 2022]
Script Adaptation
 
[International Tour, 2015]
Book
 
[West End, 2014]
Book
 
[Los Angeles, 2008]
Script Adaptation
 
[Off-Broadway, 2006]
Adaptation
 
[Off-Broadway, 2003]
Adaptation
 
[Regional (US), 2002]
Book Revisions
 
[Chester, CT (Regional), 2000]
Book Revisions
 
[New York, 1998]
Book Revisions
 
[West End, 1997]
Adaptation
 
[Broadway, 1996]
Script Adaptation
 
[Off-Broadway, 1996]
Adaptation
 
[Off-Broadway, 1987]
Book Revisions

Writing

Conceiver
Conceiver
Author
Bookwriter
Conceiver
Bookwriter
Bookwriter
Bookwriter

David Thompson Movies

Martha Marcy May Marlene
[ 2011 ] Bartender
All Wifed Out
[ 2012 ] Fanny
Saudade?
[ 2012 ] Manny
1
[ 2013 ] Kyle
Moon and Sun
[ 2014 ] Patrick
10 Things I Hate About Life
[ 2014 ] Curt
A Walk Among the Tombstones
[ 2014 ] Albert
Up the River
[ 2015 ] Willy
Keep in Touch
[ 2015 ] Officer Dugan
The Missing Girl
[ 2015 ] J. Lee
Diverge
[ 2016 ] Brad
Here Alone
[ 2016 ] Chris
The Meyerowitz Stories
[ 2017 ] Brian
Imitation Girl
[ 2017 ] Max
Rosy
[ 2018 ] Eddie
The Truth About Lies
[ 2018 ] Andy
Glass
[ 2019 ] Daryl
The Day Shall Come
[ 2019 ] Stevie Book
Vampires vs. the Bronx
[ 2020 ] Alexis
Over/Under
[ 2022 ] David Steinberg

David Thompson TV Shows

Mozart in the Jungle
Craig G

David Thompson Awards and Nominations

Tony Awards - 2023 - Best Book of a Musical

David Thompson, New York, New York

Tony Awards - 2011 - Best Book of a Musical

David Thompson, The Scottsboro Boys

Drama Desk Awards - 2010 - Outstanding Book of a Musical

David Thompson, The Scottsboro Boys

Tony Awards - 1997 - Best Book of a Musical

David Thompson, Steel Pier

David Thompson Videos

David Thompson News


FLORA THE RED MENACE Comes to Court Square Theater Next Month


Forager Theatre Company will present Kander & Ebb's first musical, 'Flora the Red Menace,' a rarely-mounted tale about labor rights, female self-actualization, and the power of community in Depression-era New York

Sullivan Rep To Perform Kander & Ebb's STEEL PIER in February


Sullivan Rep presents STEEL PIER, a captivating musical set in 1933. Follow Rita Racine's journey as she competes in a Dance Marathon on the Atlantic City boardwalk.

JOB, Starring Peter Friedman and Sydney Lemmon, Returns Off-Broadway Next Month


JOB, the critically acclaimed psychological thriller about the toll life on the internet takes on all of us, which played a sold-out, twice-extended Off Broadway run this fall, will return for an encore engagement next month.  Learn more about the show and how to get tickets here!

Photos: First Look at THE WORLD GOES 'ROUND at Rubicon Theatre


Check out production photos from Rubicon Theatre's production of THE WORLD GOES ‘ROUND, running through December 23, here!

Terrence McNally New Works Incubator Now Accepting Applications for Cycle 2


Rattlestick Theatre, the Terrence McNally Foundation, and Tom Kirdahy Productions (TKP) announced today applications for Cycle 2 of the Terrence McNally New Works Incubator.

Photos: First Look at The Group Rep's 70, GIRLS, 70


Get a first look at The Group Rep's 70, GIRLS, 70.

Rubicon Theatre Company to Present Kander & Ebb Musical Revue THE WORLD GOES 'ROUND Directed By Wren T. Brown


Rubicon Theatre Company will present 'THE WORLD GOES 'ROUND,' a Kander & Ebb Musical Revue directed by Wren T. Brown. Get all the details about the opening night on December 9th at the Rubicon Theatre in Ventura!

Photos: NEW YORK, NEW YORK Cast Reunites For Album Signing at The Drama Book Shop


It was a lovefest as New York, New York creatives greeted fans at The Drama Book Shop for CD signing. Check out photos from inside the big day!

NEW YORK, NEW YORK Cast Will Celebrate Cast Recording Release With a Signing at the Drama Book Shop


Colton Ryan, Anna Uzele, Susan Stroman and other cast members, will celebrate the recent release of NEW YORK, NEW YORK Original Broadway Cast Recording with a special CD signing event at The Drama Book Shop. Learn more about how to attend the event here!

The Group Rep Theatre Company Reveals 2023-2024 Season


The Group Rep has announced the lineup for their 2023-2024 Season, including two musicals. Learn more about the full lineup here!

World Premiere of JOB Extends Through Mid-October at SoHo Playhouse


JOB, the world premiere of a new play by Max Wolf Friedlich, starring Peter Friedman and Sydney Lemmon has extended its critically acclaimed run.

Rubicon Theatre Company to Present LIFESPAN OF A FACT, ONCE, and More in 25th Silver Anniversary Season


RUBICON THEATRE, Ventura County’s leading not-for-profit theatrical organization committed to entertaining, engaging and enriching the lives of the region’s residents and visitors through innovative live performances, has unveiled the company’s highly anticipated 25th Anniversary “Silver” Season, entitled TRULY YOURS. 

NEW YORK, NEW YORK Original Broadway Cast Recording to be Released on 2-Disc CD


NEW YORK, NEW YORK's Original Broadway Cast Recording will be available on 2-disc CD on Friday, September 15.

Catch the Best of Broadway on Tour: A Guide to National Touring Shows Near You


Hoping to catch a play or musical in the near future but can't make it to New York City? Look no further than BroadwayWorld's comprehensive guide to all of the current and upcoming touring productions!

Peter Friedman and Sydney Lemmon Will Lead New Off-Broadway Play JOB


Tony nominee Peter Friedman (Ragtime, “Succession,” Single White Female) and Sydney Lemmon (TÁR, “Helstrom,” 'Succession') will star in the world premiere of JOB by Max Wolf Friedlich (SleepOver), directed by Michael Herwitz (Mr. Parker).

2 Broadway Shows Close Today


July 30, 2023, Broadway says goodbye to two new productions. New York, New York takes its final bow at the St. James Theatre following 33 previews and 110 regular performances; and Grey House will conclude its run at the Lyceum Theatre following 39 previews and 64 regular performances.

Wake Up With BWW 7/24: NEW YORK, NEW YORK Sets Closing Date, and More


Top stories: New York, New York will close next weekend, Moulin Rouge! celebrates 1000 performances on Broadway, and more!

NEW YORK, NEW YORK Will Close Next Weekend


This is the final week to see NEW YORK, NEW YORK, the Tony Award-winning musical (Best Scenic Design of a Musical-Beowulf Boritt) that features music and lyrics by John Kander & Fred Ebb, a book written by David Thompson, co-written by Sharon Washington, with additional lyrics by Lin-Manuel Miranda, and directed and choreographed by Susan Stroman.  NEW YORK, NEW YORK will play its final performance Sunday, July 30 at 3pm, having played 33 preview and 110 regular performances.

Susan Stroman, John Kander, David Thompson and Sharon Washington Launch 'The Artist In The Open Jar: A Creative Conversation' Series Next Week


Open Jar Studios and The Creative Artist Database present an exclusive conversation with legendary artists Susan Stroman (The Producers, Contact), John Kander (Cabaret, Chicago), David Thompson (Scottsboro Boys) & Sharon Washington (Feeding the Dragon), members of the creative team of the new Tony Award-winning musical NEW YORK, NEW YORK.

2011 Tony Nominations Announced! THE BOOK OF MORMON Leads With 14!


Past Tony winners Anika Noni Rose and Matthew Broderick announced the 2011 Tony Awards nominees live from the New York Public Library for the Performing Arts in New York City.

David Thompson FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

How many shows has David Thompson written?

David Thompson has written 9 shows including 70, Girls, 70 (Author), And the World Goes 'Round (Conceiver), Steel Pier (Conceiver), Thou Shalt Not (Bookwriter), The Look of Love (Conceiver), The Scottsboro Boys (Bookwriter), Prince of Broadway (Bookwriter), The Beast in the Jungle (Bookwriter), New York, New York (Book).

What awards has David Thompson been nominated for?

David Thompson has been nominated for several prestigious awards for his work in musical theater. He was nominated for Best Book of a Musical at the Tony Awards for "New York, New York," "The Scottsboro Boys," and "Steel Pier." Additionally, he received a nomination for Outstanding Book of a Musical at the Drama Desk Awards for "The Scottsboro Boys."

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