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BIO

Broadway: Fiddler on the Roof, Titanic. Off-Broadway: Peter and the Starcatcher; V-DAY (co-author); Don't Quit Your Night Job (co-creator); Authorial Intent; Hello Muddah, Hello Fadduh; Blow Me; I See London…; That's Life; Spain. TV/Film: "Blue Bloods," "Losing Leah," "Law and Order," "Law and Order: SVU," "The Knights of Prosperity," "Guiding Light," End of the Line, Robots. David is the songwriter and keyboardist for the rock band, The Misconceptions.

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STAGE CREDITS

[Off-Broadway]
Roundabout Theatre Company Original Off-Broadway Production, 2019
Doug

[Off-Broadway]
Off-Broadway Revival, 2018
Narrator Josh

[Off-Broadway]
World Premiere Production, 2014
Performer

[Broadway]
Broadway Revival, 2014
Thenardier [Replacement]

[Broadway]
Original Broadway Production, 2012
Performer

[Off-Broadway]
New York Theatre Workshop Production, 2011
Ted

[San Diego, CA (Regional)]
Reading, 2005
Pasha Antipov/Strelnikov

[Broadway]
Stephen Sondheim Tribute Benefit, 2005
Performer

[Broadway]
Broadway Revival, 2004
Yakov

The Fiddler (Understudy)

Perchik (Understudy)

Motel (Understudy)

[Broadway]
Original Broadway Production, 1997
Quartermaster Robert Hichens [Replacement]

Bandsman Bricoux [Replacement]

3rd Class Passenger [Replacement]

Harold Bride (Understudy) [Replacement]

[Off-Broadway]
Premiere, 2012
Narrator Josh

Productions

 
[Broadway, 1997] [Replacement]
On-Stage Trio[Replacement]

Writing

Composer
Lyricist

Awards and Nominations

Drama Desk Awards - 2013 - Outstanding Book of a Musical

David Rossmer, The Other Josh Cohen

Drama Desk Awards - 2013 - Outstanding Lyrics

David Rossmer, The Other Josh Cohen

Drama Desk Awards - 2013 - Outstanding Music

David Rossmer, The Other Josh Cohen

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News


Kerry Butler and Santino Fontana Will Lead THE GRISWOLDS' BROADWAY VACATION Reading

Kerry Butler and Santino Fontana will lead an upcoming industry reading of The Griswolds' Broadway Vacation.
DRACULA: A COMEDY OF TERRORS Sets Community Pay-What-You-Can & Pride Night Shows

Ensemble Theatre Company of Santa Barbara has announced two special performances for the first production of its 2024/2025 season, the Off-Broadway hit comedy with plenty of bite, DRACULA: A COMEDY OF TERRORS, written by Gordon Greenberg & Steve Rosen and directed by Jamie Torcellini.
DRACULA: A COMEDY OF TERRORS Comes to Ensemble Theatre Company of Santa Barbara

Ensemble Theatre Company of Santa Barbara has announced the first production of its 2024/2025 season, the hilarious Off-Broadway hit comedy with plenty of bite, DRACULA: A COMEDY OF TERRORS, written by Gordon Greenberg & Steve Rosen and directed by Jamie Torcellini.
Sutton Foster and Aaron Tveit Will Host the 2024 Drama Desk Awards

Stage and screen stars Sutton Foster and Aaron Tveit will host 2024 Annual Drama Desk Awards on Monday, June 10 beginning at 6:15PM at NYU Skirball Center. Find out how to get tickets to the Drama Desk Awards here!
RATED P FOR PARENTHOOD Comes to the Prima Theatre in May

Prima Theatre has announced the upcoming production of Rated P for Parenthood, a lighthearted musical comedy that humorously examines modern-day parenting. The show, originally Off-Broadway at the Westside Theatre in New York City, promises to deliver a perfect blend of heart and humor to audiences in Lancaster this May.
RATED P FOR PARENTHOOD Comes to Prima Theatre in May

Prima Theatre has announced the upcoming production of Rated P for Parenthood, a lighthearted musical comedy that humorously examines modern-day parenting.
Review: THE PERFECT MATE Is Fantastic, and Fantastical, at Pittsburgh CLO

CLO's Spark program has a large-sized hit with the latest small-scale musical it commissioned. As a musical writer, let me just say: it's TOUGH to launch a new musical. The best thing you can do is have a company commission a show from you based on your pitch, otherwise you're going to have a long, difficult but hopefully rewarding journey as an indie theatre creator. (Ask me how I know!)
Video: Get A First Look At Pittsburgh CLO's THE PERFECT MATE

BroadwayWorld has a first look at Pittsburgh CLO's  world premiere rom-com musical of the future, The Perfect Mate! It's 2063, and love is about to get an upgrade!
THE PERFECT MATE Comes to Pittsburgh CLO in February

Pittsburgh CLO’s Kara Cabaret Series presents a world premiere rom-com musical of the future; it’s 2063, and love is about to get an upgrade! David Rossmer & Dan Lipton’s THE PERFECT MATE brings love to life between February 2 - March 17 at the Greer Cabaret Theater.
Pittsburgh CLO to Present the World Premiere Rom-Com Musical THE PERFECT MATE

Pittsburgh CLO announces THE PERFECT MATE at Greer Cabaret Theater from Feb 2-Mar 17, 2024. Get ready for a captivating musical experience.
Exclusive: Backstage with Barry Manilow & Cast at HARMONY on Opening Night

The best of Broadway was on hand at the Ethel Barrymore Theatre last night to celebrate the opening of Broadway's newest musical,  Barry Manilow and Bruce Sussman's Harmony. BroadwayWorld was backstage with the duo and the rest of the cast for the big night and you can check out exclusive photos here!
Bartlett Sher, Saheem Ali, Bonnie Milligan & More to Join Stage Directors And Choreographers Foundation Fundraiser

Saheem Ali, Bonnie Milligan, Bartlett Sher, and more are coming together to support the Stage Directors and Choreographers Foundation in a fundraising event. Learn more about this exciting benefit featuring prominent directors and choreographers.
Will Nunziata Joins TRY IT LIKE THIS Fundraiser for Stage Directors and Choreographers Foundation

Director Will Nunziata will join the lineup for Stage Directors and Choreographers Foundation's Try It Like This: Directors and Choreographers Take the Stage, an evening of performances on Monday, October 16, 2023 at 54 Below in New York City. Get more information about the event here!
Jerry Mitchell, JoAnn M. Hunter, James Lapine & More to Join TRY IT LIKE THIS Fundraiser for SDCF

Stage Directors and Choreographers Foundation has revealed the initial slate of directors and choreographers for Try It Like This: Directors and Choreographers Take the Stage. See who is taking part and learn how to purchase tickets!
Review: THE OTHER JOSH COHEN at Circle Theatre

The Other Josh Cohen is a delightful musical with a light-hearted tone that belies its deep morality, all while boasting a great cast a strong musical book.
Wake Up With BWW 10/26: Denee Benton Returns to INTO THE WOODS, and More!

Top stories include Denee Benton returning to Into The Woods, reprising her role as Cinderella. Plus, Pictures From Home is headed to Broadway next year, starring Nathan Lane, Danny Burstein, and Zoe Wanamaker!
THE GRISWOLDS' BROADWAY VACATION to Have Presentations This Week Starring Hunter Foster & More

On Thursday, October 27 and Friday, October 28, Ken Davenport will be hosting presentations of the new musical THE GRISWOLDS’ BROADWAY VACATION with book, music, and lyrics by David Rossmer and Steve Rosen and directed and choreographed by Donna Feore.
Review Roundup: Hunter Foster, Megan Reinking & More in THE GRISWOLDS' BROADWAY VACATION

The Griswolds' Broadway Vacation celebrated opening night at Seattle's 5th Avenue Theatre on September 22, 2022, and is now on stage through October 2, 2022. The production stars Hunter Foster as Clark Griswold and Megan Reinking as Ellen Griswold.
Review: THE GRISWOLDS' BROADWAY VACATION at The 5th Avenue Theatre

The Griswolds’ have been to Wally World, they’ve visited family for Christmas, and they’ve nearly destroyed Europe on their vacations. And now, they’ve loaded up the Wagon Queen Family Truckster and are hitting Broadway in the new musical at the 5th Avenue Theatre, “The Griswolds’ Broadway Vacation”. Are the Griswolds ready for Broadway? No. And by the Griswolds’ I mean the characters as well as this show. But just like the Griswolds the show does grow and with a little bit of work (or a lot of work) they and it just might make it on the Great White Way.
Video: Get A Peek At THE GRISWOLDS' BROADWAY VACATION Featuring Hunter Foster, Megan Reinking & More

The Griswolds' Broadway Vacation is now in previews, with opening night on September 22, 2022. Performances play through October 2, 2022. The production stars Hunter Foster as Clark Griswold, Megan Reinking as Ellen Griswold, and more! See video highlights from the world premiere musical!

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

How many Broadway shows has David Rossmer been in?

David Rossmer has appeared on Broadway in 5 shows.

How many West End shows has David Rossmer been in?

David Rossmer has not appeared in the West End.

What awards has David Rossmer been nominated for?

Outstanding Book of a Musical (Drama Desk Awards) for The Other Josh Cohen, Outstanding Lyrics (Drama Desk Awards) for The Other Josh Cohen and Outstanding Music (Drama Desk Awards) for The Other Josh Cohen.

How many shows has David Rossmer written?

David Rossmer has written 2 shows including The Other Josh Cohen (Author), Rated P for Parenthood (Composer).

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