The Whispers of Madness
Hold Me Anyway
The Dancing Master's Ruse
The Odyssey
Steinbeck
One Man R&J
Oedipus
A Trojan Woman
Agamemnon
The Shuffle of Life
Me and Debry
Off the Air
Passions and Propriety
Mythic Mischief
Tangled Crowns
Roses and Ruses
Medea IN PROGRESS
Love Lies in the Holidays IN PROGRESS
David's career merges creativity, discipline, and passion, showcasing his deep love for theater and a strong commitment to education and community service. Holding an MFA from the University of Delaware’s Professional Theatre Training Program, David has been a Core Company Member and Educational Director at American Players Theatre for the past twenty-six years. His acting career is rich and diverse, featuring roles in over 50 Shakespeare productions with theatres across the United States.
David's dedication to education shines through his work with over 10,000 Wisconsin students. He employs theater techniques to address issues such as bullying and teamwork, facilitating meaningful discussions and problem-solving. Notably, David's integration of literature and creative writing into theater education has been impactful, benefiting both teachers and students.
As an educational leader, David has contributed to the Professional Development Opportunities for Teachers program at The John F. Kennedy Center for the Performing Arts. His innovative teaching methods have been recognized in publications like The English Journal and The College Board's AP English Literature and Composition Special Focus on Drama. His adaptation of Oedipus is currently being offered internationally by Juilliard Creative Classroom!
At American Players Theatre, David has developed and implemented an extensive education mission. He trains teaching artists, curates workshop series, and devises outreach programs for diverse age groups. His role in creating residencies and high-school programs underscores his commitment to integrating theater into education.
David's personal life in Spring Green, Wisconsin, with his family - Paula, Declan, Nico, and Isaac - is the cornerstone of his inspiration and support. A proud veteran of the United States Army, David's journey is a testament to the transformative power of combining artistic passion with community service and education. Share the arts with a vet!
David has appeared in over fifty productions of various Shakespeare plays in his career from Peter to Benedict and from Falstaff to Murder #2. His contemporary resume includes Reckless, Dark of the Moon, Orpheus Descending, Juno and the Paycock, Country Wife, Arcadia, The Truant Apostle, The Real Thing, The Herbal Bed, Ancestral Voices, The Swan, Our Country's Good, Picasso at the Lapine Agile, Six Degrees of Separation, Cmplt Wrks of Wllm Shkspr (abrgd), A Christmas Carol, The Government Inspector, Proof, Ideal Husband, The Cure at Troy and Alcestis.
A Midsummer Nights Dream
Romeo and Juliet
The Odyssey
MacBeth
Agamemnon and Clytemnestra
Where Three Roads Meet
The Caesar Project
Agamemnon
Oedipus
ZOOM PRODUCTIONS
The Oresteia
Have You Now or Have You Ever
ONE ACTS
The Quadrangle
The Lurker
Mindfield
Dear Mister God, This is Anna