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BIO

David Mattar Merten (they/he) is elated to be making their Broadway debut in An Enemy of the People. A proud queer Arab-German-Irish artist, David is grateful to be back in New York after just graduating from the MFA Acting program at Brown University/Trinity Rep. Before their time at Brown, they co-starred in the long-running hit show Afterglow Off-Broadway. Regional credits include: Cabaret (Emcee), The Inheritance (Trinity Rep), Angels in America (Prior), Beirut (Blue). Training: MFA Acting Brown/Trinity, BFA Acting Ball State University. Immense gratitude to Sam Gold, Amy Herzog, Taylor Williams and the entire production team. Thank you to the best managers at CLA Partners. Endless love to my family, dear friends, and most of all, Oliver. I got you. Find me on Instagram @david_merten_

STAGE CREDITS

[Off-Broadway]
Irish Rep Off-Broadway Premeire, 2024
Ray

[Broadway]
Broadway Revival Production, 2024
Townsperson


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THE BEACON Stars Ayana Workman & David Mattar Merten Take Over Our Instagram Today

Ayana Workman and David Mattar Merten, stars of The Beacon at Irish Repertory Theatre, are taking over our Instagram today! Follow along here as they take our followers behind-the-scenes of the play, currently running on Irish Rep’s Francis J. Greenburger Mainstage through November 24.
THE BEACON Starring Kate Mulgrew Extended at Irish Repertory Theatre

Irish Repertory Theatre will present a three-week extension for the North American Premiere of The Beacon, a new play by Nancy Harris, directed by Marc Atkinson Borrull. Learn more and see how to purchase tickets.
Photos: Inside Opening Night of THE BEACON at Irish Rep

Irish Repertory Theatre is now presenting the North American Premiere of The Beacon, a new play by Nancy Harris, directed by Marc Atkinson Borrull. Check out photos from opening night here!
Behind THE BEACON with Colm McNally and Orla Long

Colm McNally and Orla Long have been working behind the scenes on Nancy Harris’ THE BEACON, running now through November 3, 2024 at Irish Repertory Theatre. 
Full Cast Set for THE BEACON at Irish Repertory Theatre

Irish Repertory Theatre has revealed the full cast for the North American Premiere of The Beacon. See who is starring and learn how to purchase tickets.
Photos: OH, MARY! Celebrates Opening Night at The Eagle

Cole Escola's Oh, Mary! officially opened on Broadway on July 11 at the Lyceum Theatre, following a sold out, twice extended world premiere run at the Lucille Lortel Theatre. BroadwayWorld was in attendance at the show's opening night celebration at The Eagle. Check out our exclusive photos here!
AN ENEMY OF THE PEOPLE Ends Broadway Run With Record-Breaking Week

AN ENEMY OF THE PEOPLE, starring 2024 Tony Award Winner Jeremy Strong, played its final performance on Sunday, June 23, and broke the Circle in the Square Box Office record.
AN ENEMY OF THE PEOPLE Breaks Circle In the Square Box Office Record

An Enemy of the People has broken the box office record at Circle in the Square Theatre. Learn how to purchase tickets.
AN ENEMY OF THE PEOPLE Recoups on Broadway

The revival of Henrik Ibsen’s masterwork An Enemy of the People, adapted by Tony Award Nominee Amy Herzog and directed by Tony Award Winner Sam Gold, has recouped its $5.5 million capitalization. Learn more about the show and see how to purchase tickets.
Photos: Broadway Bets Raises $540,600 for Broadway Cares/Equity Fights AIDS

Broadway Bets, the annual evening of Texas Hold ’em poker at Sardi’s, one of the theater district’s most legendary restaurants, raised a record $540,600 on June 3, 2024. See photos!
Photos: Stars Walk the Red Carpet for Opening Night of LEMPICKA

Lempicka celebrated its opening night and BroadwayWorld was there as some of the industry's biggest stars arrived for the special night. Check out photos of special guests, including: Shoshana Bean, J. Harrison Ghee, Kate Reinders, Dylan Mulvaney, Anais Mitchell and many more
AN ENEMY OF THE PEOPLE Starring Jeremy Strong Extends One Week on Broadway

The Broadway revival of AN ENEMY OF THE PEOPLE has announced the addition of one final week of performances due to popular demand. Learn more about how to get tickets to th new performances here!
Photos: AN ENEMY OF THE PEOPLE Celebrates Opening Night

AN ENEMY OF THE PEOPLE officially opened on March 18, and BroadwayWorld was there. Check out photos from the show's opening night party!
Photos: Bradley Cooper, Adam Driver, Kit Connor & More on the Red Carpet for AN ENEMY OF THE PEOPLE

The stars aligned on 50th Street as An Enemy of the People celebrated its opening night at the Circle in the Square Theatre. In attendence for the big night were Bradley Cooper, Adam Driver, Kit Connor, F. Murray Abraham, Paul Dana, Dan Stevens, Morgan Spector, Rebecca Hall, and more. BroadwayWorld was on hand for the festivities and you can check out photos from the red carpet here.
Photos: The Cast of AN ENEMY OF THE PEOPLE Takes Opening Night Bows

An Enemy of the People officially opened last night, March 18, and BroadwayWorld was there. Check out photos of the cast taking their opening night bows here!
Photos: Get a First Look at AN ENEMY OF THE PEOPLE on Broadway

Get a first look at photos of An Enemy of the People on Broadway! See who is starring and learn how to purchase tickets.
Climate Change Protesters Interrupt Performance of AN ENEMY OF THE PEOPLE

Climate change protesters from the group Extinction Rebellion stormed the stage at last night's performance of An Enemy of the People on Broadway. The protesters could be heard shouting 'No theater on a dead planet' as they approached.
AN ENEMY OF THE PEOPLE Will Release First Row Seats and Launches Digital Lottery

The Broadway revival of AN ENEMY OF THE PEOPLE, beginning performances on Tuesday, February 27, 2024, will release special first row floor seats at Broadway’s Circle in the Square Theatre, Plus, find out how to enter the lottery to win discounted tickets here!
Meet the Cast of AN ENEMY OF THE PEOPLE, Beginning Previews on Broadway Tonight!

The new Broadway production of Henrik Ibsen’s thunderous masterwork, AN ENEMY OF THE PEOPLE, adapted by Tony Award Nominee Amy Herzog and directed by Tony Award Winner Sam Gold, begins previews tonight, Tuesday, February 27, 2024. Meet the cast of An Enemy of the People here!
Up on the Marquee: AN ENEMY OF THE PEOPLE

An Enemy of the People is coming to Broadway! This new adaptation by Tony Award Nominee Amy Herzog will be directed by Tony Award Winner Sam Gold for a strictly limited 16-week engagement. Check out photos of the Broadway marquee!

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

How many Broadway shows has David Mattar Merten been in?

David Mattar Merten has appeared on Broadway in 1 shows.

How many West End shows has David Mattar Merten been in?

David Mattar Merten has not appeared in the West End.

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