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Damien DeShaun Smith

Birth Place: Norfolk, VA

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Damien DeShaun Smith was born and raised in the Tidewater Hampton Roads area of Virginia. High School: Virginia Governor's School for the Arts, Great Bridge High. College: BFA in Musical Theater from Shenandoah University.

National & International Tours: *RENT (2001-2002) Paul & (2003-2005) Angel (Japan, Canada, US)
*Mamma Mia! (2008-2010) Ensemble & Assistant Dance Captain (Canada, US)
*West End's Michael Jackson Tribute Show Thriller Live! (2009) Man 2 (UK, Scandinavia, East. Europe)

NYC (Readings, Showcases, Fringe): Go West, Kiss of the Spider Woman, Songs for a New World, Williamsburg! the Musical

Film: Across the Universe

Industrial, Cruise Ships, Theme Parks: Macy's, Spirit of Norfolk & New York, Six Flags America

Regional: Dreamgirls, La Cage Aux Folles, Aida, Sophisticated Ladies, West Side Story, Ain't Misbehavin', Joseph and the Amazing Technicolor Dreamcoat

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Photos: Nicolas Dromard & Desiree Davar 'Bubbles and Taps' at Green Room 42


Nicolas Dromard and Desiree Davar brought their show “Bubbles and Taps” to Manhattan’s Green Room 42 stage on March 23rd. The show is a perfect blend of full out tap, jazz, & ballroom dancing with genuine full-throated singing in a Pop and Broadway style. There are tributes to both Broadway and some of Bway's favorite stars.

Review: BEAUTIFUL, THE CAROLE KING MUSICAL at The John W. Engeman Theatre


What did our critic think of BEAUTIFUL, THE CAROLE KING MUSICAL at The John W. Engeman Theatre?

Photos: The Cast of John W. Engeman Theater's BEAUTIFUL Celebrates Opening Night


Check out opening night photos from John W. Engeman Theater's production of BEAUTIFUL: THE Carole King MUSICAL here!

Photos: BEAUTIFUL THE CAROL KING MUSICAL Takes Opening Night Bows


Check out photos of the opening night curtain call of John W. Engeman Theater's production of BEAUTIFUL: THE Carole King MUSICAL here!

Cast Announced For BEAUTIFUL: THE CAROLE KING MUSICAL At The John W. Engeman Theater


The John W. Engeman Theater announces the cast and creative team  of BEAUTIFUL: THE CAROLE KING MUSICAL. Performances begin on Thursday, September 14, 2023,  and run through Sunday, October 29, 2023.  

BWW Review: KINKY BOOTS at The John W. Engeman Theater


Don't miss out on this dazzling performance of KINKY BOOTS running now through July 3rd. This is one show you won't want to miss.

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!

FIRE ISLAND THE MUSICAL Brings Grammy-Winner Emilio Solla To Createtheater's New Work Festival At Theatre Row


Grammy-award winner Emilio Solla (music) and award-winning NYC advertising lyricist Jarlath Barsanti Jacobs (book/lyrics) bring their original new work Fire Island The Musical to Theatre Row, 410 West 42nd St. Theater Four, for four performances: April 27 (8pm), April 30 (8pm), May 6 (8pm) and May 14 (3pm). It is part of the CreateTheater New Works Festival running until May 14.

BWW Review: FIVE GUYS NAMED MOE at Alhambra Theatre And Dining


'Beware.Brother.Beware' Five Guys Named Moe is in Jacksonville! The Tony Nominated show based on music by Louis Jordan follows Nomax, played by Jereme Raickett, who has stumbled upon hard times. Suddenly, five guys named Moe appear to show him the error of his ways. The live music, the talent, the humor made this show such a great experience, not to mention the numerous moments of interaction between the actors and the audience.

Carvajal & Markey join WILLIAMSBURG! THE MUSICAL


Hipsters Rejoice!! Carvajal & Markey join WILLIAMSBURG! THE MUSICAL for FringeBENEFITS One-Night-Only Concert Thursday, May 26 at The Laurie Beechman Theatre

Three More Weeks Added To MAMMA MIA! In Toronto, Performances Run Through 6/27


Benny Andersson' and Björn Ulvaeus' MAMMA MIA!, the smash hit musical based on the songs of ABBA, returns to Toronto this month. Performances begin on April 28 and have been extended through June 27 at the Princess of Wales Theatre.

MAMMA MIA! Closes at the Toronto At The Princess of Wales Theatre 6/6


Benny Andersson and Björn Ulvaeus' MAMMA MIA!, the smash hit musical based on the songs of ABBA, returns to Toronto this month. Performances begin on April 28 and run through June 6 at the Princess of Wales Theatre.

Three More Weeks Added To MAMMA MIA! In Toronto, Performances Run Through 6/27


Benny Andersson' and Björn Ulvaeus' MAMMA MIA!, the smash hit musical based on the songs of ABBA, returns to Toronto this month. Performances begin on April 28 and have been extended through June 27 at the Princess of Wales Theatre.

MAMMA MIA! Returns to Toronto At The Princess of Wales Theatre 4/28


Benny Andersson and Björn Ulvaeus' MAMMA MIA!, the smash hit musical based on the songs of ABBA, returns to Toronto this month. Performances begin on April 28 and run through June 6 at the Princess of Wales Theatre.

MAMMA MIA! Returns to Toronto At The Princess of Wales Theatre 4/28


Benny Andersson and Björn Ulvaeus' MAMMA MIA!, the smash hit musical based on the songs of ABBA, returns to Toronto this month. Performances begin on April 28 and run through June 6 at the Princess of Wales Theatre.

Photo Flash: MAMMA MIA! National Tour Cast Performs Benefit Concert


On Monday evening April 13th, cast members from the Broadway National Tour of 'Mamma Mia' traded in their spandex and platform shoes for loofas and shower caps at 'Shower Songs - Guilty Pleasures from Bathrooms Across the Country' a one night only benefit concert for Broadway Cares / Equity Fights AIDS. This eclectic evening of songs with music directed by Bill Congdon took place at West Hollywood's iconic venue The Abbey (629 N Robertson Blvd, West Hollywood, CA) at 8PM and featured a special performance by the legendary Candis Cayne (Dirty Sexy Money).

MAMMA MIA National Tour Cast Members Perform Benefit Concert For BC/EFA 4/13


On Monday evening April 13th, cast members from the Broadway National Tour of 'Mamma Mia' will perform without their standard spandex and platform shoes at a benefit concert for Broadway Cares / Equity Fights AIDS. This eclectic evening of songs with music directed by Bill Congdon will take place at West Hollywood's iconic venue The Abbey (629 N Robertson Blvd, West Hollywood, CA) at 8PM and will feature a special performance by the legendary Candis Cayne (Dirty Sexy Money).

MAMMA MIA National Tour Cast Members Perform Benefit Concert For BC/EFA 4/13


On Monday evening April 13th, cast members from the Broadway National Tour of 'Mamma Mia' will perform without their standard spandex and platform shoes at a benefit concert for Broadway Cares / Equity Fights AIDS. This eclectic evening of songs with music directed by Bill Congdon will take place at West Hollywood's iconic venue The Abbey (629 N Robertson Blvd, West Hollywood, CA) at 8PM and will feature a special performance by the legendary Candis Cayne (Dirty Sexy Money).

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