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STAGE CREDITS

[Off-Broadway]
Atlantic Theater Company World Premiere, 2025
Performer

[Off-Broadway]
PlayCo Off-Broadway Production, 2023
Performer

[Off-Broadway]
Transport Group Off-Broadway Production, 2022
Performer

[Off-Broadway]
Transport Group Off-Broadway Revival, 2015
The King

[Off-Broadway]
MCC Theater Production, 2014
Dr. Richard Harvey

[Off-Broadway]
Classic Stage Company Production, 2012
Fairy

Flute

[Off-Broadway]
Playwrights Horizons Production, 2011
Performer

[Off-Broadway]
Classic Stage Company Production, 2010
Queen Elizabeth

[Broadway]
Manhattan Theatre Club Revival, 2009
Jo

[Off-Broadway]
2009
Other Mother

[Off-Broadway]
2008
Jack

[Off-Broadway]
2007
Marty / Scoop / Camus / Archie /

[Off-Broadway]
2006
Bagot/Bishop of Carlisle

[Off-Broadway]
2006
Mephistopheles

[Off-Broadway]
2005
Willie

[Broadway]
Original Broadway Production, 2002
Edna Turnblad (Understudy)

Wilbur Turnblad (Understudy)

[Off-Broadway]
2000
Ben

[Off-Broadway]
2000
Performer

[Off-Broadway]
1999
Performer

[Off-Broadway]
1999
Donnie

[Off-Broadway]
1997
Performer

[Off-Broadway]
1996
Harold

[Off-Broadway]
1995
Messenger

[Off-Broadway]
1992
Performer

[Off-Broadway]
1991
Character 1-Harold

Productions

 
[Off-Broadway, 1992]
Director
 
[Off-Broadway, 1991]
Director
 
[Off-Broadway, 1990]
Director
 
[Off-Broadway, 1989]
Director

Writing

Bookwriter
Playwright

Awards and Nominations

Drama Desk Awards - 2023 - Outstanding Solo Performance

David GreenspanFour Saints in Three Acts

Drama Desk Awards - 2018 - Outstanding Solo Performance

David GreenspanStrange Interlude


winner
Obie Awards - 2018 - Special Citations

David GreenspanStrange Interlude

Outer Critics Circle Awards - 2012 - Outstanding Solo Performance

David GreenspanThe Patsy


winner
Obie Awards - 2010 - Sustained Achievement

David Greenspan


winner
Obie Awards - 2008 - Special Citations

David Greenspan, The Argument


winner
Obie Awards - 2007 - Performance

David GreenspanFaust and Some Men


winner
Obie Awards - 2007 - Performance

David GreenspanFaust


winner
Obie Awards - 2007 - Performance

David Greenspan, Some Men

Outer Critics Circle Awards - 2007 - Outstanding Featured Actor in a Play

David Greenspan, Some Men

The Lortels - 2007 - Outstanding Featured Actor

David Greenspan, Some Men


winner
Obie Awards - 2003 - Special Citations

David GreenspanShe Stoops to Comedy


winner
Obie Awards - 1997 - Performance

David Greenspan, The Boys in the Band

Drama Desk Awards - 1996 - Outstanding Featured Actor - Play

David Greenspan, The Boys in the Band

News


Atlantic Theater Company Reveals Complete Dates for 2024-2025 Season

Atlantic Theater Company has revealed the complete dates for its 2024-2025 season. Atlantic’s 2024-2025 season will include Eliya Smith’s Grief Camp directed by Tony Award nominee Les Waters and more. See full programming and learn how to purchase tickets.
Playwrights Horizons Renames Mainstage 'The Judith O. Rubin Theater' After Longtime Board Chair

Playwrights Horizons  has renamed its Mainstage Theater the Judith O. Rubin Theater,.
SEX VARIANTS OF 1941: A STUDY OF HOMOSEXUAL PATTERNS Comes to NYU Skirball Next Month

NYU Skirball will present Sex Variants of 1941: A Study of Homosexual Patterns, a world premiere play with music from the award-winning theater company The Civilians, running November 14 – 24 at NYU Skirball.
First Annual Downtown Upstate Festival to Be Held in September

Explore the new chapter for a downtown theater legend in Hudson Valley, featuring insights into the vibrant local arts scene and upcoming projects.
Five World Premiere Plays Set for Atlantic Theater Company 2024-2025 Season

Atlantic Theater Company has unveiled its 2024-2025 season of five world premiere plays. Learn more and see how to purchase tickets.
En Garde Arts Will Host Playdate Fest, a New Outdoor Performance Series

En Garde Arts in association with the Downtown Brooklyn Partnership will present the premiere of playdate Fest!, a brand new outdoor free performance showcase at Downtown Brooklyn's new park, Abolitionist Place.
David Greenspan Joins MIDNIGHT COLESLAW'S TALES FROM BEYOND THE CLOSET at The Tank

David Greenspan joins the cast of Joey Merlo's MIDNIGHT COLESLAW’S TALES FROM BEYOND THE CLOSET at The Tank. Learn more about the show and see how to purchase tickets.
Joey Merlo's MIDNIGHT COLESLAW'S TALES FROM BEYOND THE CLOSET!!! to be Presented at The Tank

Joey Merlo's MIDNIGHT COLESLAW’S TALES FROM BEYOND THE CLOSET!!!, co-produced with The Tank, will premiere at The Tank. Learn how to purchase tickets.
Casts of HELL'S KITCHEN, THE NOTEBOOK & More to Perform at New Dramatists Spring Luncheon

New Dramatists will host its Annual Spring Luncheon Tribute on Tuesday, May 14 at the New York Marriott Marquis. See who is taking part and learn how to purchase tickets.
Cast and Creative Teams Set for Clubbed Thumb's SUMMERWORKS

Clubbed Thumb will present SUMMERWORKS. See who is starring, learn about the productions and see how to purchase tickets.
Industry Pro Newsletter: Disneyland Parade and Character Performers Seek Union Protections

Charleston Stage has a new Managing Director, and Dallas Theater Center has a new interim Artistic Director. Along with these movements of the regional leadership carousel, Seattle Opera has introduced a new Artistic Ambassador, a role designed to help bridge the gap between the stage and the community, and foster new audiences.
Who Decides the Lucille Lortel and Obie Awards?

This week for the award show series, I look at two award shows that do not consider Broadway: the Lucille Lortel Awards and the Obie Awards. 
Quincy Tyler Bernstine & Anne Washburn to be Honored at The Civilians 2024 Gala

The Civilians' 23/24 Gala will celebrate A NOVEL REALITY — theater that awakens new thinking and perceptions. Learn more about the gala and see how to attend!
Listen: Playwrights Horizons Presents YOU CAN'T HIDE FROM YOURSELF as Part of Soundstage Podcast

Playwrights Horizons will present Erin Courtney’s You Can’t Hide from Yourself, directed by Kate Bergstrom—the latest episode of Soundstage. Listen now!
HERE to Honor Founding Artistic Director Kristin Marting at 30th Anniversary Gala

HERE will honor Founding Artistic Director Kristin Marting at HERE’s 30th Anniversary Gala on June 3, 2024.
American Theatre Wing Reveals 68th Obie Awards Jury and Eligibility Details

The American Theatre Wing has revealed the panel of judges and eligibility details for The 68th Obie Awards. Learn more about the awards here!
THE E.N.C. Will Receive Premiere Reading at Pearl Studios

The Directors Company have announced today that THE E.N.C , a new play by Matthew Freeman (Silver Spring) will receive a premiere reading on Wednesday, March 6 at 1:00pm at Pearl Studios.
The Directors Company Presents A Reading Of THE E.N.C. A New Play By Matthew Freeman

Join The Directors Company for a reading of THE E.N.C., a new play by Matthew Freeman. This darkly comic and timely adaptation of The Emperor's New Clothes premieres on March 6, 2024, featuring a star-studded cast and directed by Michael Parva.
Brian Mertes To Helm Catherine Gropper's Drama Based On Actual Events: THE MEETING: THE INTERPRETER

Discover the untold story of a chance meeting that could have changed history in THE MEETING: THE INTERPRETER.
ON SET WITH THEDA BARA Extends One Week Off-Broadway

Due to critical acclaim and popular demand, Transport Group and Lucille Lortel Theatre have announced a one-week extension of Joey Merlo’s On Set with Theda Bara. Learn more about how to get tickets to the new dates here!

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

How many Broadway shows has David Greenspan been in?

David Greenspan has appeared on Broadway in 2 shows.

How many West End shows has David Greenspan been in?

David Greenspan has not appeared in the West End.

What awards has David Greenspan been nominated for?

Outstanding Solo Performance (Drama Desk Awards) for Four Saints in Three Acts, Outstanding Solo Performance (Drama Desk Awards) for Strange Interlude, Special Citations (Obie Awards) for Strange Interlude, Outstanding Solo Performance (Outer Critics Circle Awards) for The Patsy, Sustained Achievement (Obie Awards), Special Citations (Obie Awards) for The Argument, Performance (Obie Awards) for Faust and Some Men, Performance (Obie Awards) for Faust, Performance (Obie Awards) for Some Men, Outstanding Featured Actor in a Play (Outer Critics Circle Awards) for Some Men, Outstanding Featured Actor (The Lortels) for Some Men, Special Citations (Obie Awards) for She Stoops to Comedy, Performance (Obie Awards) for The Boys in the Band and Outstanding Featured Actor - Play (Drama Desk Awards) for The Boys in the Band.

What awards has David Greenspan won?

David Greenspan has received several awards throughout his career, including Special Citations from the Obie Awards for "Strange Interlude," "The Argument," and "She Stoops to Comedy." He has also been honored with the Sustained Achievement Obie Award. In terms of performance accolades, he won the Obie Award for Performance for "Faust" and "Some Men," as well as separate Performance Obie Awards for "Faust" and "Some Men." Additionally, he received a Performance Obie Award for "The Boys in the Band."

How many shows has David Greenspan written?

David Greenspan has written 6 shows including Dead Mother (Playwright), The Home Show Pieces (Playwright), Old Comedy After Aristophanes' Frogs (Playwright), Old Comedy After Aristophane's Frogs (Playwright), Coraline (Bookwriter), Go Back to Where You Are (Playwright).

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