David McKibbin is ecstatic to share his love of theatre with the world by writing for BroadwayWorld.com. David holds a Bachelor’s degree in Theatre with a Minor in Voice Performance from the University of Florida (#GoGators). He currently interns with Pierson Grant Public Relations in Fort Lauderdale. Previously, David has written reviews for the U.F. Chapter of The Odyssey Online and published press releases for the U.F. School of Theatre and Dance. At U.F., David also performed in productions of Spring Awakening, The Comedy of Errors, and La Boheme, in addition to singing in various vocal ensembles. David previously sang as a professional chorister and cantor at St. Paul’s Episcopal Church in Delray Beach, FL, and has served as a judge for Florida State Thespians at the middle and high school level for the past two years. Follow David on Twitter at @DMcKibbinBWW.
BWW Review: SUMMER SHORTS at City Theatre
June 4, 2019
June 4, 2019
Summer has arrived in South Florida, and that means three things: schools are closed, temperatures are in the 90's and City Theatre has opened its annual Summer Shorts Festival at the Adrienne Arsht Center for the Performing Arts' Carnival Studio Theater. This year's Summer Shorts (City Theatre's 24th) features eight short one act plays--including two musicals.
Six Summer Shows to Beat the South Florida Heat
May 25, 2019
May 25, 2019
As the final shows of the 2018-2019 season come to a close in South Florida, audiences can look forward to a variety of professional productions from family fare to Broadway hits. Be sure to check out these performances to cool off from South Florida's sweltering summer heat.
Measure For Measure Theatre Announces 2019-2020 Season At Sunrise Civic Center
May 10, 2019
May 10, 2019
The award-winning Measure for Measure Theatre has found its new permanent home at the Sunrise Civic Center beginning in its 2019-2020 season.
Half-Bloods Unite! Marjory Stoneman Douglas High School Presents Concert Staging of THE LIGHTNING THIEF: THE PERCY JACKSON MUSICAL
April 19, 2019
April 19, 2019
Marjory Stoneman Douglas High School presents a concert version of The Lightning Thief: The Percy Jackson Musical on Thursday, April 25 and Friday, April 26 at 6:30 p.m. Follow Percy Jackson, the son of Poseidon, on his quest to find Zeus' stolen lightning bolt and save the world from a potential war between the gods.
Marjory Stoneman Douglas High School Drama: One Year Later (UPDATED)
April 15, 2019
April 15, 2019
Douglas Drama concludes its successful season with The Lightning Thief: The Musical Concert and celebrates 21 South Florida Cappies nominations for The Curious Incident of the Dog in the Night-Time.
BWW Review: HARLOWE at FAU Theatre Lab
April 2, 2019
April 2, 2019
Theatre Lab at Florida Atlantic University recently opened yet another World Premiere in its on-campus theatre at Parliament Hall. Jennifer Lane's Harlowe is a poetic piece of theatre that tugs at the heartstrings with its themes relating to loss and letting go.
BWW Review: YOU'RE A GOOD MAN, CHARLIE BROWN at Slow Burn Theatre Company
March 6, 2019
March 6, 2019
Previously, Slow Burn Theatre Company thrilled audiences with its stirring production of Jekyll and Hyde. However, Slow Burn recently opened the more cheerful and family-friendly You're A Good Man, Charlie Brown in the Broward Center's intimate Abdo New River Room.
Marjory Stoneman Douglas High School Drama: One Year Later
February 14, 2019
February 14, 2019
One year after the tragic shooting at Marjory Stoneman Douglas High School, we praise Melody Herzfeld and Douglas' drama students for continuing to show their strength in the face of adversity.
BWW Review: THE PRODUCERS at Broward Stage Door Theatre
February 7, 2019
February 7, 2019
The Broward Stage Door Theatre is slowly but steadily growing into its new Lauderhill home. The Producers is a show that can challenge any major regional theatre with its performance and technical demands. The Stage Door has taken on said challenge with grace. Throughout the show's month-long run, audiences have laughed at the show's timeless Mel Brooks humor and were moved by some high-quality performances.
BWW Feature: Celebrate Valentine's Day at the Theatre with these Fort Lauderdale Shows
February 5, 2019
February 5, 2019
With Valentine's Day around the corner, there are several fun events in South Florida that will help you feel the love. Whether you are taking your Valentine or going solo, these shows can be the perfect treat for your sweetheart (or yourself).
BWW Review: JEKYLL AND HYDE at Slow Burn Theatre Company
February 4, 2019
February 4, 2019
Slow Burn Theatre Company brings this cautionary tale of a musical to life with high-caliber performers, beautiful staging, and well-crafted production values.
BWW Review: HAVING OUR SAY at Primal Forces
January 28, 2019
January 28, 2019
Primal Forces' Having Our Say brings two talented South Florida actresses together in a beautifully-staged production. Audiences will resonate with the play's themes of optimism, the value of family, and what it truly means to fight for justice.
