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BIO

Broadway: Doctor Zhivago, Les Miserables, Side Show, Mamma Mia, Bye Bye Birdie, Memphis. National Tours: Kinky Boots and more. Regional: Lots!

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STAGE CREDITS

[Broadway]
Original Broadway Production, 2015
Ensemble

[US Tour]
First National Tour, 2014
Performer

[Broadway]
Original Broadway Production, 2009
Ensemble [Replacement]

[Broadway]
Roundabout Revival, 2009
Bar Quartet

Parent/Reporter

TV Stage Manager

[San Diego, CA (Regional)]
World Premiere, 2006
Performer

[Philadelphia, PA (Regional)]
World Premiere, 2005
Performer

[San Diego, CA (Regional)]
Reading, 2005
Kornakov

[Regional (US)]
Old Globe Production, 2004
Wolf/Charlie Crowe

[Broadway]
Original Broadway Production, 2001
Sam Carmichael [Replacement]

[Regional (US)]
World Premiere, 2000
Other Roles

[Broadway]
Original Broadway Production, 1997
Performer

Roustabout

Terry Connor (Understudy)

[Broadway]
Original Broadway Production, 1987
Foreman [Replacement]

Traveler [Replacement]

Pimp [Replacement]

Other Drinker [Replacement]

Montparnasse [Replacement]

Grantaire [Replacement]

Combeferre [Replacement]

Chain Gang [Replacement]

Bishop of Digne [Replacement]

Bamatabois [Replacement]

Combeferre [Replacement]

Combeferre [Replacement]

Combeferre [Replacement]

Montparnasse [Replacement]

Montparnasse [Replacement]

Javert (Understudy) [Replacement]

Thénardier (Understudy) [Replacement]


News


ELLA THE UNGOVERNABLE By David McDonald To Be Presented By Theater for the New City This June

Experience the world premiere of ELLA THE UNGOVERNABLE by David McDonald at Theater for the New City from June 20 to July 7. This gripping drama explores themes of rebellion and resilience.
ELLA THE UNGOVERNABLE By David McDonald to be Presented at Theater for the New City

ELLA THE UNGOVERNABLE by David McDonald will be presented at TNC this summer. Learn how to purchase tickets.
Lower East SIde Festival Of The Arts Set For Next Month

With the roster still building, Theater for the New City has currently scheduled over 200 performing arts organizations, independent artists, poets, puppeteers and film makers for its 29th annual Lower East Side Festival of the Arts, which will be mounted May 24 to 26 in and around Theater for the New City.
Theatre for the New City's LOVE 'N COURAGE Gala in February Will Benefit Emerging Playwrights Program

Theater for the New City's Love 'N Courage Gala on Feb. 12 will support its Emerging Playwrights program. The event will honor playwright Penny Arcade and feature performances at The Players.
Now Hiring: Head Sound Technician, Stage Manager, and More - BWW Classifieds

This Week's New Classified Listings on BroadwayWorld for 11/2/2023 include new jobs for those looking to work in the theatre industry.
Wake Up With BWW 7/27: THE PIANO LESSON Changes Broadway Theatres, and More!

Today's top stories include a new theatre for the upcoming Broadway production of The Piano Lesson, starring Samuel L. Jackson. The revival will now play at the Ethel Barrymore Theatre, rather than the previously announced St. James. Plus, casting has been announced for the tour of Tina - The Tina Turner Musical, and more!
Broadway Veteran David McDonald Passes Away at 63

BroadwayWorld is saddened to report the death of Broadway veteran David McDonald, who passed away on July 13, 2022 at the age of 63 following a heart attack.
Photos: First Look at KINKY BOOTS at The John W. Engeman Theater

The John W. Engeman Theater officially opened their production of KINKY BOOTS on Thursday, May 19, 2022. The show runs now through Sunday, July 3, 2022.
Photos: The Cast of KINKY BOOTS at The John W. Engeman Theater Celebrates Opening Night

The John W. Engeman Theater celebrated opening night of their production of KINKY BOOTS on Thursday, May 19, 2022. The show runs now through Sunday, July 3, 2022. KINKY BOOTS is the freshest, most fabulous, feel-good musical and the winner of every major award, including the Tony Award for Best Musical! With songs by Grammy and Tony winning pop icon Cyndi Lauper and book by Broadway legend Harvey Fierstein, this 'dazzling, sassy, and uplifting musical takes you from the floor of a men's shoe factory to the glamorous catwalks of Milan! This joyous story, inspired by true-life events, is the ultimate fun night out. Come experience the energy, joy, and laughter of this dazzling show!
Photos: The Cast of KINKY BOOTS Takes Curtain Call Bows

The John W. Engeman Theater celebrated opening night of their production of KINKY BOOTS on Thursday, May 19, 2022.
KINKY BOOTS Comes to The John W. Engeman Theater

KINKY BOOTS is the freshest, most fabulous, feel-good musical and the winner of every major award, including the Tony Award for Best Musical! With songs by Grammy and Tony winning pop icon Cyndi Lauper and book by Broadway legend Harvey Fierstein, this 'dazzling, sassy, and uplifting musical takes you from the floor of a men's shoe factory to the glamorous catwalks of Milan! This joyous story, inspired by true-life events, is the ultimate fun night out. Come experience the energy, joy, and laughter of this dazzling show!
Dance International Glasgow Announce New Spring Season

Dance International Festival Glasgow springs back into focus for 2022. The biennial festival's new Spring Season showcases a clutch of bold UK & international performers and follows the return of the main festival in October 2021.
Dance International Festival Returns To Glasgow

From the visual art spaces of Tramway and the Gallery of Modern Art to the outdoor stage at Queens Park Arena, the festival's fourth edition will travel beyond its Tramway home, to Glasgow's streets, parks and cultural venues as well as online this October. 
#LoveDanceScotland Commissions Announce Award Recipients

Dance Base Scotland, Dundee Rep Theatre and Scottish Dance Theatre & Tramway, Glasgow have today announced the artists selected for their new #LoveDanceScotland Commissions.
Glasgow International Announces Dates Of 2021 Festival

Glasgow International, one of the UK's largest and most influential visual art festivals, will take place across the city from 11 – 27 June 2021.
Over 150 Performances Set For TNC's 25th Lower East Side Festival Of The Arts

Theater for the New City has currently scheduled over 150 performing arts organizations, independent artists, poets, puppeteers and film makers for its 25th annual Lower East Side Festival of the Arts.
Austin Pendleton, Charles Busch and More Set For Theater for the New City's LOWER EAST SIDE FESTIVAL OF THE ARTS

With the roster still building, Theater for the New City has currently scheduled over 150 performing arts organizations, independent artists, poets, puppeteers and film makers for its 25th annual Lower East Side Festival of the Arts, which will be mounted virtually for the first time May 22 to 24, 2020.
Glasgow International Has Announces Details of 2020 Programme

Glasgow International has announced details of its ninth edition, the second of Director Richard Parry. Comprising 54 exhibitions and 82 events, performances and talks at over 50 spaces across the city and showcasing work by 160 artists; the theme of the 2020 festival is Attention: asking us to consider how, where and in whom our attention is placed at a time of seemingly constant distraction. Scotland's biennial festival of contemporary art further highlights Glasgow as one of the world's most important and exciting centres for visual art.
Milford's Second Street Players will Start its 40th Season of Shows with MOON OVER BUFFALO

Milford's Second Street Players will start its 40th season of shows with more than a few laughs. Moon Over Buffalo, a madcap comedy written by Ken Ludwig, opens on January 31. The story centers on George and Charlotte Hay, fading stars of the 1950s. While on the brink of a disastrous split-up cause by George's involvement with a young ingenue, they get word that they might just have one last shot at stardom, starring in a Frank Capra movie. Unfortunately for George and Charlotte, everything that could go wrong does go wrong.
Rebel Wilson Will Host Amazon Series LOL: LAST ONE LAUGHING

​​​​​​​Amazon Prime Video announced that Australian actress, writer and producer Rebel Wilson (Pitch Perfect, The Hustle, Isn't It Romantic) has signed on to host and executive produce the first Australian Amazon Original series, LOL: Last One Laughing. The comedy-variety series, produced with Endemol Shine Australia, will feature a star-studded cast of ten Australian comedic actors and stand-ups competing to make each other laugh first. The final comedian left standing will win the grand prize of AUD$ 100,000. This first Australian Amazon Original series will premiere exclusively on Prime Video in more than 200 countries and territories in 2020.

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

How many Broadway shows has David McDonald been in?

David McDonald has appeared on Broadway in 6 shows.

How many West End shows has David McDonald been in?

David McDonald has not appeared in the West End.

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