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Productions

 
[New York, 2006]
Director
 
[New York, 2005]
Director
 
[Broadway, 2003]
Director
 
[Chicago, 1996]
Director

Writing


Awards and Nominations

Helen Hayes Awards - 2001 - Outstanding Director, Resident Musical

David PetrarcaDinah Was

News


Video: Watch 'The Letter' from A YEAR WITH FROG AND TOAD at Children's Theatre Company
by Joshua Wright - May 29, 2024

Get a first look at Children's Theatre Company's production of A Year With Frog and Toad. Check out the all-new video!
Photos: First Look at A YEAR WITH FROG AND TOAD at Children's Theatre Company
by Stephi Wild - Apr 24, 2024

Children’s Theatre Company is now presenting A Year With Frog and Toad. Check out all new photos below!
Photos: In Rehearsal for A YEAR WITH FROG AND TOAD At Children's Theatre Company
by A.A. Cristi - Apr 6, 2024

Children’s Theatre Company has released sneak peek photos inside rehearsals for its upcoming production of A Year With Frog and Toad.
Interview: Jay Goede of A YEAR WITH FROG AND TOAD at Children's Theatre Company
by Jared Fessler - Mar 5, 2024

Meet Frog and Toad, best friends who embark upon a year’s worth of adventures with great merriment, comedic agility, and joyful song-singing.
Cast And Creative Team Announced For A YEAR WITH FROG AND TOAD At Children's Theatre Company
by A.A. Cristi - Feb 16, 2024

Celebrate the final production of Peter Brosius at Children's Theatre Company with 'A Year With Frog and Toad'. Get the scoop on the cast and creative team.
BWW Interview: Liz Mikel Celebrates Her Time in Dallas and Prepares for Broadway
by Emily Short - Feb 19, 2022

Learn about Liz Mikel's current role in OUR TOWN and her upcoming role as John Hancock in the revival of 1776.
Robert Falls to Step Down as Goodman Theatre Artistic Director in Summer 2022
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Sep 15, 2021

After more than three decades leading creative operations for one of America’s largest theaters, Tony Award-winner Robert Falls is ending his tenure as Artistic Director of Goodman Theatre. Today, Falls announced his intention to step down next summer at the completion of the current 2021/2022 Season.
Scoop: Upcoming May Episodes of WARRIOR on Cinemax
by Kaitlin Milligan - Apr 30, 2019

WARRIOR is produced for CINEMAX by Perfect Storm Entertainment, Tropper Ink Productions and Bruce Lee Entertainment; created and executive produced by Jonathan Tropper. Justin Lin and Danielle Woodrow executive produce on behalf of Perfect Storm Entertainment. Shannon Lee executive produces for Bruce Lee Entertainment. Executive produced by Brad Kane and co-executive produced by Richard Sharkey. The pilot was directed and executive produced by Assaf Bernstein.
Exclusive Podcast: LITTLE KNOWN FACTS with Ilana Levine- Jason Robert Brown
by Little Known Facts w/ Ilana Levine - Aug 6, 2018

BroadwayWorld has teamed up with Broadway alum Ilana Levine, who makes her entrance onto the podcast stage with her new show Little Known Facts. Ilana's unique brand of celebrity interview, 'Podcast Verite,' is unfiltered, raw, honest and uniquely funny.
BWW Review: A YEAR WITH FROG AND TOAD Returns to Children's Theatre
by Karen Bovard - May 3, 2017

Nearly 10 years after this production garnered three Tony nominations in a Broadway run, it's back at the home that commissioned and created it: Children's Theater Company in Minneapolis. Based on Arnold Lobel's Caldecott and Newbery winning fables about friendship between Frog, a fairly organized fellow, and Toad, who is much less together, it models how we can bond with those unlike us, if we are kind, and we listen.
Children's Theatre Company Sets 2016-17 Season
by Tyler Peterson - Mar 1, 2016

Children's Theatre Company is proud to announce its 2016-2017 season which includes four musicals, two CTC audience favorites, and two world premiere productions including the development of a new Dr. Seuss musical based on the story of the Sneetches and an epic new play by Naomi Iizuka.
Jason Robert Brown and Shoshana Bean to Perform in Concert Together Tomorrow
by Sally Henry Fuller - Jan 3, 2016

Tony Award-winning Composer Jason Robert Brown (The Bridges of Madison County, Parade) and acclaimed singer Shoshana Bean (Wicked, Hairspray) will perform a special One Night Only concert entitled 'JASON ROBERT BROWN IN CONCERT WITH SHOSHANA BEAN' on Monday, January 4th, 2016 at 8:30pm (Doors at 7:00pm).
Tony Winner Jason Robert Brown Set for Northlight Theatre's 40th Anniversary Party Tonight
by BWW News Desk - Dec 11, 2014

Northlight Theatre, under the direction of Artistic Director BJ Jones and Executive Director Timothy J. Evans, announces Northlight's 40th Anniversary Party featuring a performance by Tony Award winner, composer and lyricist Jason Robert Brown. The event, which will also include a cocktail reception, raffle and auction, will be held at Northlight Theatre, 9501 Skokie Blvd in Skokie, tonight, December 11, 2014 at 7:00pm.
Tony Winner Jason Robert Brown Set for Northlight Theatre's 40th Anniversary Party, 12/11
by Tyler Peterson - Oct 13, 2014

Northlight Theatre, under the direction of Artistic Director BJ Jones and Executive Director Timothy J. Evans, announces Northlight's 40th Anniversary Party featuring a performance by Tony Award winner, composer and lyricist Jason Robert Brown. The event, which will also include a cocktail reception, raffle and auction, will be held at Northlight Theatre, 9501 Skokie Blvd in Skokie, on Thursday, December 11, 2014 at 7:00pm. Tickets are $150, and are available at 847.673.6300 or northlight.org.
Memorial for Goodman Theatre Lighting Designer Robert Christen Held Tonight
by BWW News Desk - May 13, 2014

Tonight, May 13, Goodman Theatre celebrates the life and creative contributions of Robert (Bob) Christen, its longtime Resident Lighting Designer and one of the most prolific live performance designers in the country, who passed away last month at age 64.
Memorial for Goodman Theatre Lighting Designer Robert Christen Set for May 13
by BWW News Desk - Apr 23, 2014

On May 13, Goodman Theatre celebrates the life and creative contributions of Robert (Bob) Christen, its longtime Resident Lighting Designer and one of the most prolific live performance designers in the country, who passed away last month at age 64.
Chloe Sevigny and James D'Arcy to Star in New A&E Drama THOSE WHO KILL, Premiering 3/3
by TV News Desk - Jan 25, 2014

A&E Network will premiere the new original scripted series “Those Who Kill” on Monday, March 3 at 10 PM ET/PT. The suspenseful drama stars Academy Award-nominated and Golden Globe-winning actress Chloë Sevigny (“Big Love,” Boys Don't Cry) and James D'Arcy (Hitchcock, Cloud Atlas). Based on the Danish crime series format inspired by the bestselling work of author Elsebeth Egholm, the thrilling drama follows Catherine Jensen (Sevigny), a recently promoted homicide detective who tracks down serial killers and relentlessly seeks the truth behind the disappearance of her brother. Pittsburgh serves as the picturesque backdrop for the ten-episode serialized drama.
A&E to Premiere THOSE WHO KILL with Chloe Sevigny in March
by Tyler Peterson - Jan 9, 2014

&E Network will premiere the new original scripted series 'Those Who Kill' on Monday, March 3 at 10 PM ET/PT. The suspenseful drama stars Academy Award-nominated and Golden Globe-winning actress Chloë Sevigny ('Big Love,' Boys Don't Cry) and James D'Arcy ( Hitchcock, Cloud Atlas). Based on the Danish crime series format inspired by the bestselling work of author Elsebeth Egholm, the thrilling drama follows Catherine Jensen (Sevigny), a recently promoted homicide detective who tracks down serial killers and relentlessly seeks the truth behind the disappearance of her brother. Pittsburgh serves as the picturesque backdrop for the ten-episode serialized drama.
VIDEO: Sneak Peek - Tonight's Episode of ABC's NASHVILLE
by - Nov 14, 2012

On tonight's episode of the new ABC drama series NASHVILLE titled 'You're Gonna Change (or I'm Gonna Leave)', Rayna wants to change her sound and seeks out the help of a highly successful music producer, Liam McGuinnis, played by Michiel Huison ('Treme'). Get a sneak peek below!
Photo Flash: Behind-the-Scenes Look at NASHVILLE's Upcoming Episode, to Air 11/14
by Tyler Peterson - Oct 29, 2012

Check out a behind-the-scenes look at NASHVILLE's upcoming episode, 'You're Gonna Change (or I'm Gonna Leave),' set to air Nov. 14 on ABC!

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

How many shows has David Petrarca written?

David Petrarca has written 1 shows including The Man in the White Suit (Bookwriter).

What awards has David Petrarca been nominated for?

and Outstanding Director, Resident Musical (Helen Hayes Awards) for Dinah Was.

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