David Ives
Latest News on David Ives:
Review: A FLEA IN HER EAR at Brookfield Theatre For The Arts (Mar 19, 2025)
VENUS IN FUR Comes to Florida Rep (Mar 17, 2025)
Review: A FLEA IN HER EAR at Brookfield Theatre (Mar 3, 2025)
Review: A FLEA IN HER EAR at Brookfield Theatre For The Arts (Mar 19, 2025)
VENUS IN FUR Comes to Florida Rep (Mar 17, 2025)
Review: A FLEA IN HER EAR at Brookfield Theatre (Mar 3, 2025)
BIO
David Ives is probably best known for his evenings of one-act comedies called All in the Timing and Time Flies. All in the Timing won the Outer Critics Circle Playwriting Award, ran for two years Off-Broadway, and in the 1995-96 season was the most performed play in the country after Shakespeare productions. His full-length plays include The School For Lies (adapted from Moliere's The Misanthrope and a major hit at New York's Classic Stage Company last spring); The Heir Apparent (an adaptation of J-F Regnard's comedy that was an audience and critical hit at the Shakespeare Theatre Company in Washington, D.C. this past fall); New Jerusalem: The Interrogation of Baruch de Spinoza, which won the prestigious Hull-Warriner Award; Is He Dead? (adapted from Mark Twain); White Christmas; Polish Joke; and Ancient History. He has translated Feydeau's classic farce A Flea in Her Ear, Yazmina Reza's drama A Spanish Play, and Pierre Corneille's 1643 comedy The Liar (also an enormous hit at the Shakespeare Theatre Company two years ago). David Ives is the author of three young-adult novels: Monsieur Eek, Scrib, andVoss, and he has adapted 32 American musicals for New York City's beloved Encores! series. A graduate of the Yale School of Drama and a former Guggenheim Fellow in playwriting, he lives in New York City.
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Awards and Nominations
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Drama Desk Awards - 2017 - Outstanding Adaptation
David Ives, The Liar
Helen Hayes Awards - 2012 - The Charles MacArthur Award for Outstanding New Play or Musical
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Tony Awards - 2012 - Best Play
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Helen Hayes Awards - 2011 - The Charles MacArthur Award for Outstanding New Play or Musical
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Outer Critics Circle Awards - 1994 - John Gassner Playwriting Award
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Drama Desk Awards - 1993 - Outstanding Play
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Videos
Video: First Look At WHITE CHRISTMAS At Maine Street Music Theatre
by Joshua Wright - 2024-07-30 13:57:29
Pre-Order Cast Recording For Sondheim's HERE WE ARE; Plus Watch the New Music Video For 'Exit Music'!
by Stephi Wild - 2024-04-26 10:07:10
Video: Final Stephen Sondheim Musical HERE WE ARE to Release Cast Recording This Spring
by Chloe Rabinowitz - 2024-01-10 14:38:14
Photos & Video: Get a First Look at WHITE CHRISTMAS at Bucks County Playhouse
by Chloe Rabinowitz - 2023-11-28 13:37:15
Video: How Micaela Diamond Feels Stephen Sondheim's Presence During HERE WE ARE
by Michael Major - 2023-11-14 09:17:53
Video: HERE WE ARE, the Final Sondheim Musical, Celebrates Opening Night
by Opening Night - 2023-10-23 17:10:06
Video: First Look at Jay McGuiness, Lorna Luft & More in Rehearsals for WHITE CHRISTMAS UK Tour
by Chloe Rabinowitz - 2022-11-08 13:31:21
VIDEO: Watch a Load-In Timelapse for SCHOOL FOR LIES at the Guthrie Theater
by Chloe Rabinowitz - 2022-04-19 14:43:42
Broadway Rewind: We're Dreaming of a WHITE CHRISTMAS with the 2018 US Tour!
by Taylor Brethauer-Hamling - 2020-12-25 16:01:00
VIDEO: Carol Swarbrick Sings "Let Me Sing and I'm Happy" From WHITE CHRISTMAS
by Stephi Wild - 2020-04-04 11:00:57
TV: The Two 'Susans' Of WHITE CHRISTMAS Explore The Holidays In Chicago
by A.A. Cristi - 2019-12-11 23:07:34
VIDEO: On This Day, November 23: Snow Falls On Broadway With Irving Berlin's WHITE CHRISTMAS
by A.A. Cristi - 2018-11-23 16:47:19
STAGE TUBE: Artists Rep's THE LIAR Company Performs 'A Note About the Verse'
by Stage Tube - 2015-06-12 21:45:51
TV: WHITE CHRISTMAS Celebrates Opening Night at Dominion Theatre!
by TV - On the Road - 2014-11-17 11:41:18
STAGE TUBE: Stephen Sondheim Reveals Details on New Musical with David Ives!
by Nicole Rosky - 2014-11-06 10:21:06
News
Review: A FLEA IN HER EAR at Brookfield Theatre For The Arts
by Jared Reynolds - Mar 19, 2025
A flea was put in my ear to get to Brookfield Theater. I was late to the party and tickets were going fast, but I was able to make it to closing weekend of their production of A Flea in her Ear and boy, was it worth it.
by Jared Reynolds - Mar 19, 2025
A flea was put in my ear to get to Brookfield Theater. I was late to the party and tickets were going fast, but I was able to make it to closing weekend of their production of A Flea in her Ear and boy, was it worth it.
VENUS IN FUR Comes to Florida Rep
by Stephi Wild - Mar 17, 2025
Florida Repertory Theatre will present “Venus In Fur' next month in the intimate ArtStage Studio Theatre. Learn more about the upcoming production here!
by Stephi Wild - Mar 17, 2025
Florida Repertory Theatre will present “Venus In Fur' next month in the intimate ArtStage Studio Theatre. Learn more about the upcoming production here!
Review: A FLEA IN HER EAR at Brookfield Theatre
by Sherry Shameer Cohen - Mar 3, 2025
David Ives’s new version of Georges Feydeau’s farce, A Flea in Her Ear is an ambitious three-act play for any small theater, but the Brookfield Theatre more than rises to it. Named one of the greatest farces ever written, it takes a lot to mount the play. You need a stage large enough to accommodate a cast of 14 players and part of a set that turns.
by Sherry Shameer Cohen - Mar 3, 2025
David Ives’s new version of Georges Feydeau’s farce, A Flea in Her Ear is an ambitious three-act play for any small theater, but the Brookfield Theatre more than rises to it. Named one of the greatest farces ever written, it takes a lot to mount the play. You need a stage large enough to accommodate a cast of 14 players and part of a set that turns.
Playing on Air Reveals New Leadership
by Stephi Wild - Feb 26, 2025
The Playing on Air Board of Directors has announced Joshua Kahan Brody as Artistic Director and Garlia Cornelia Jones as Associate Artistic Director & Creative Producer.
by Stephi Wild - Feb 26, 2025
The Playing on Air Board of Directors has announced Joshua Kahan Brody as Artistic Director and Garlia Cornelia Jones as Associate Artistic Director & Creative Producer.
BACK TO THE FUTURE, SPAMALOT and More Set for Theatre Under the Stars 2025 Season
by A.A. Cristi - Feb 25, 2025
Theatre Under The Stars (TUTS) is taking audiences on an adventure through time for its 2025/26 Season. The exploration begins with a new production of The 25TH Annual Putnam County Spelling Bee.
by A.A. Cristi - Feb 25, 2025
Theatre Under The Stars (TUTS) is taking audiences on an adventure through time for its 2025/26 Season. The exploration begins with a new production of The 25TH Annual Putnam County Spelling Bee.
CIRCLE FORWARD World Premiere and More Set for Gulfshore Playhouse 25-26 Season
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Feb 24, 2025
Gulfshore Playhouse has revealed the complete 2025-2026 season. Performances begin October 21, 2025. See full programming and learn how to purchase tickets.
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Feb 24, 2025
Gulfshore Playhouse has revealed the complete 2025-2026 season. Performances begin October 21, 2025. See full programming and learn how to purchase tickets.
Paramount Theatre Reveals 2025-26 Broadway and BOLD Series
by Blair Ingenthron - Feb 1, 2025
Paramount has revealed the lineup for their 2025-26 Broadway and BOLD series, including the Chicago premieres of Come From Away and Dear Evan Hansen. Learn more here!
by Blair Ingenthron - Feb 1, 2025
Paramount has revealed the lineup for their 2025-26 Broadway and BOLD series, including the Chicago premieres of Come From Away and Dear Evan Hansen. Learn more here!
RED BULL THEATER's SHORT NEW PLAY FESTIVAL 2025 Submissions Now Open
by A.A. Cristi - Jan 7, 2025
Red Bull Theater has announced that submissions are now open for Red Bull's ANNUAL SHORT NEW PLAY FESTIVAL. Featuring six brand new 10-minute plays of heightened language and classic themes inspired by this year's theme, “Defiance,”
by A.A. Cristi - Jan 7, 2025
Red Bull Theater has announced that submissions are now open for Red Bull's ANNUAL SHORT NEW PLAY FESTIVAL. Featuring six brand new 10-minute plays of heightened language and classic themes inspired by this year's theme, “Defiance,”
Plays From John Patrick Shanley, Kirsten Greenidge, and More Join PLAYING ON AIR New Season
by A.A. Cristi - Dec 27, 2024
Playing on Air is back, celebrating its current season launch with a collection of short plays featuring world premieres, plus an audio premieres, by some of the most exciting voices in theatre.
by A.A. Cristi - Dec 27, 2024
Playing on Air is back, celebrating its current season launch with a collection of short plays featuring world premieres, plus an audio premieres, by some of the most exciting voices in theatre.
Playing on Air Launches New Collection of Short Plays
by Stephi Wild - Dec 20, 2024
Playing on Air is celebrating its relaunch with a collection of short plays featuring world premieres, audience favorites, and audio premieres by some of the most exciting voices in theatre today.
by Stephi Wild - Dec 20, 2024
Playing on Air is celebrating its relaunch with a collection of short plays featuring world premieres, audience favorites, and audio premieres by some of the most exciting voices in theatre today.
Wake Up With BroadwayWorld December 16, 2024
by - Dec 16, 2024
Rise and shine, BroadwayWorld! It is December 16, 2024 and it's time to catch up on all of the theatrical happenings you may have missed in the last 24 hours.
by - Dec 16, 2024
Rise and shine, BroadwayWorld! It is December 16, 2024 and it's time to catch up on all of the theatrical happenings you may have missed in the last 24 hours.
Review: IRVING BERLIN'S WHITE CHRISTMAS at The Forum Theatre
by Paula Makar - Dec 15, 2024
If you’re looking for something family friendly to get you in the holiday spirit, I advise a trip to the Forum Theatre to indulge in a visually fun and entertaining production of Irving Berlin’s White Christmas. The beloved musical has become a Christmas tradition in many communities across the United States. It’s based on the Paramount Pictures 1954 film of the same name, which starred Bing Crosby, Danny Kaye, Rosemary Clooney and Vera-Ellen, and was Hollywood’s all-time highest-grossing musical.
by Paula Makar - Dec 15, 2024
If you’re looking for something family friendly to get you in the holiday spirit, I advise a trip to the Forum Theatre to indulge in a visually fun and entertaining production of Irving Berlin’s White Christmas. The beloved musical has become a Christmas tradition in many communities across the United States. It’s based on the Paramount Pictures 1954 film of the same name, which starred Bing Crosby, Danny Kaye, Rosemary Clooney and Vera-Ellen, and was Hollywood’s all-time highest-grossing musical.
Jesse Tyler Ferguson, Jane Krakowski, Martha Plimpton, Paulo Szot, and More Join Sondheim's HERE WE ARE
by Stephi Wild - Dec 13, 2024
The National Theatre has announced further casting for their forthcoming UK premiere of Here We Are, the final musical by Stephen Sondheim with a book by Tony Award-nominee David Ives.
by Stephi Wild - Dec 13, 2024
The National Theatre has announced further casting for their forthcoming UK premiere of Here We Are, the final musical by Stephen Sondheim with a book by Tony Award-nominee David Ives.
Review: WHITE CHRISTMAS at Paper Mill Playhouse-Ideal Holiday Cheer for All
by Marina Kennedy - Dec 4, 2024
'Tis the season for a fabulous holiday show and that means you must see Paper Mill Playhouse’s production of 'Irving Berlin’s White Christmas: The Musical.'
by Marina Kennedy - Dec 4, 2024
'Tis the season for a fabulous holiday show and that means you must see Paper Mill Playhouse’s production of 'Irving Berlin’s White Christmas: The Musical.'
Christmas Films Adapted For the Stage
by Stephi Wild - Dec 1, 2024
Whether you're into a more serious story like It's a Wonderful Life or A Christmas Carol, or something more silly and fun like Elf or How the Grinch Stole Christmas, there is a Christmas movie-turned-musical for everyone who celebrates!
by Stephi Wild - Dec 1, 2024
Whether you're into a more serious story like It's a Wonderful Life or A Christmas Carol, or something more silly and fun like Elf or How the Grinch Stole Christmas, there is a Christmas movie-turned-musical for everyone who celebrates!
Interview: Piper Sobon of WHITE CHRISTMAS AND FROZEN, JR at Dutch Apple Dinner Theatre
by Andrea Stephenson - Nov 15, 2024
Piper Sobon shares her experience acting in White Christmas and Disney's Frozen, Jr. at Dutch Apple Dinner Theatre
by Andrea Stephenson - Nov 15, 2024
Piper Sobon shares her experience acting in White Christmas and Disney's Frozen, Jr. at Dutch Apple Dinner Theatre
Review: WHITE CHRISTMAS at Marriott Theatre
by Tina St. Angelo Wetzel - Nov 8, 2024
Read our review of WHITE CHRISTMAS at Marriott Theatre.
by Tina St. Angelo Wetzel - Nov 8, 2024
Read our review of WHITE CHRISTMAS at Marriott Theatre.
Eva Noblezada, James Lapine and More Join York Theatre Company Gala Honoring Bernadette Peters And Ted Snowdon
by A.A. Cristi - Nov 8, 2024
The York Theatre Company announced additional performers for its gala honoring Bernadette Peters and Ted Snowdon on November 11 at The Edison Ballroom, promising a memorable evening of celebration.
by A.A. Cristi - Nov 8, 2024
The York Theatre Company announced additional performers for its gala honoring Bernadette Peters and Ted Snowdon on November 11 at The Edison Ballroom, promising a memorable evening of celebration.
Irving Berlin's WHITE CHRISTMAS Comes to Lakewood Cultural Center in December
by Stephi Wild - Oct 16, 2024
Irving Berlin’s “White Christmas” will be co-presented by Lakewood Cultural Center Presents and Performance Now Theatre Company on Thursdays through Sundays, December 6-22. The music and lyrics are by Irving Berlin, and the book is by David Ives and Paul Blake.
by Stephi Wild - Oct 16, 2024
Irving Berlin’s “White Christmas” will be co-presented by Lakewood Cultural Center Presents and Performance Now Theatre Company on Thursdays through Sundays, December 6-22. The music and lyrics are by Irving Berlin, and the book is by David Ives and Paul Blake.
Photos: HERE WE ARE Cast Signs Copies of the Cast Recording at the Museum of Broadway
by Bruce Glikas - Oct 10, 2024
The original cast recording of Here We Are, David Ives and Stephen Sondheim’s critically acclaimed new musical, is now available on vinyl and streaming! In celebration of the vinyl release, the all-star original cast signed copies of the album at the Museum of Broadway yesterday, October 9. BroadwayWorld was there and you can check out photos from the event here!
by Bruce Glikas - Oct 10, 2024
The original cast recording of Here We Are, David Ives and Stephen Sondheim’s critically acclaimed new musical, is now available on vinyl and streaming! In celebration of the vinyl release, the all-star original cast signed copies of the album at the Museum of Broadway yesterday, October 9. BroadwayWorld was there and you can check out photos from the event here!
FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS
How many shows has David Ives written?
David Ives has written 18 shows including Maggie May (Book Adaptation), Five Very Live (Playwright), All in the Timing (Playwright), Don Juan in Chicago (Playwright), Ancient History/English Made Simple (Playwright), The Red Address (Playwright), Mere Mortals and Others (Playwright), Dance of the Vampires (Bookwriter), Polish Joke (Playwright), Irving Berlin's White Christmas (Bookwriter), The 24 Hour Plays 2006 (Playwright), Is He Dead? (Playwright), New Jerusalem: The Interrogation of Baruch de Spinoza at Talmud Torah Congregation: Amsterdam, July 27, 1656 (Playwright), Venus in Fur (Playwright), The School for Lies (Playwright), The Liar (Writer), The Metromaniacs (Author), Here We Are (Book).
What awards has David Ives been nominated for?
Outstanding Adaptation (Drama Desk Awards) for The Liar, The Charles MacArthur Award for Outstanding New Play or Musical (Helen Hayes Awards) for Heir Apparent , Best Play (Tony Awards) for Venus in Fur , The Charles MacArthur Award for Outstanding New Play or Musical (Helen Hayes Awards) for The Liar, John Gassner Playwriting Award (Outer Critics Circle Awards) for All in the Timing and Outstanding Play (Drama Desk Awards) for All in the Timing.
What awards has David Ives won?
David Ives has received several prestigious awards, including the Outstanding Adaptation at the Drama Desk Awards for The Liar. He also won the Charles MacArthur Award for Outstanding New Play or Musical at the Helen Hayes Awards for The Liar, and the John Gassner Playwriting Award at the Outer Critics Circle Awards for All in the Timing.
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