Ava Davis
Latest News on Ava Davis:
Review: THE SOUND OF MUSIC at Belk Theatre (Nov 20, 2025)
Video: First Look at THE SOUND OF MUSIC North American Tour (Oct 22, 2025)
Review: THE SOUND OF MUSIC National Tour at Durham Performing Arts Center (Oct 8, 2025)
Review: THE SOUND OF MUSIC at Belk Theatre (Nov 20, 2025)
Video: First Look at THE SOUND OF MUSIC North American Tour (Oct 22, 2025)
Review: THE SOUND OF MUSIC National Tour at Durham Performing Arts Center (Oct 8, 2025)
BIO
Ava Davis has been singing since before she could walk, but her love for musical theatre truly began after seeing her first Broadway show. A native of Charleston, South Carolina, Ava has performed in numerous local productions and has attended the Charleston County School of the Arts as a vocal major since sixth grade.
Throughout high school, her passion for creativity continued to flourish. She co-founded and co-hosted the school’s podcast Whistle Notes, launched her own photography business, and booked her first professional acting job.
Ava is currently starring as Louisa von Trapp in the North American tour of The Sound of Music, directed by Tony Award-winner Jack O’Brien. She is thrilled to be living her dream, performing eight shows a week in cities across the country!
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Review: THE SOUND OF MUSIC at Belk Theatre
by Vickie Evans - Nov 20, 2025
Tonight, I traveled back to my childhood as 'The Sound Of Music' stopped over at The Belk Theatre, in Charlotte, NC as it performs on stages throughout the U.S. on a national tour My seat mates and I sung every song to include: 'My Favorite Things', 'Do-Re-Mi', and 'Sixteen Going On Seventeen'. All timeless classic that are an integral part of our American Culture.
by Vickie Evans - Nov 20, 2025
Tonight, I traveled back to my childhood as 'The Sound Of Music' stopped over at The Belk Theatre, in Charlotte, NC as it performs on stages throughout the U.S. on a national tour My seat mates and I sung every song to include: 'My Favorite Things', 'Do-Re-Mi', and 'Sixteen Going On Seventeen'. All timeless classic that are an integral part of our American Culture.
Video: First Look at THE SOUND OF MUSIC North American Tour
by Michael Major - Oct 22, 2025
Watch a video from the new North American tour of The Sound of Music, led by Cayleigh Capaldi as Maria Rainer, Kevin Earley as Captain Georg von Trapp, Tony Award nominee Christiane Noll as the Mother Abbess.
by Michael Major - Oct 22, 2025
Watch a video from the new North American tour of The Sound of Music, led by Cayleigh Capaldi as Maria Rainer, Kevin Earley as Captain Georg von Trapp, Tony Award nominee Christiane Noll as the Mother Abbess.
Review: THE SOUND OF MUSIC National Tour at Durham Performing Arts Center
by Jeffrey Kare - Oct 8, 2025
Based on Maria von Trapp’s 1949 memoir titled The Story of the Trapp Family Singers. The Sound of Music tells the true story of Maria Rainer, a young, free-spirited, but troublemaking postulant at a convent in Salzburg, Austria. Knowing how irresponsible she is, the Mother Abbess sends her to Salzburg to serve as the governess to the seven children of the widowed Captain Georg von Trapp.
by Jeffrey Kare - Oct 8, 2025
Based on Maria von Trapp’s 1949 memoir titled The Story of the Trapp Family Singers. The Sound of Music tells the true story of Maria Rainer, a young, free-spirited, but troublemaking postulant at a convent in Salzburg, Austria. Knowing how irresponsible she is, the Mother Abbess sends her to Salzburg to serve as the governess to the seven children of the widowed Captain Georg von Trapp.
Review Roundup: THE SOUND OF MUSIC North American Tour
by Stephi Wild - Sep 24, 2025
The North American tour of The Sound of Music is now underway! The tour launched at the Stanley Theatre in Utica, NY from September 5–6 before traveling to cities across North America for multiple seasons. Read the reviews here!
by Stephi Wild - Sep 24, 2025
The North American tour of The Sound of Music is now underway! The tour launched at the Stanley Theatre in Utica, NY from September 5–6 before traveling to cities across North America for multiple seasons. Read the reviews here!
Review: THE SOUND OF MUSIC at the Kennedy Center
by David Friscic - Sep 15, 2025
The Sound of Music is a veritable old warhorse of the Broadway musical canon, and it has stood the test of the vicissitudes of time. No amount of changing source material, cynicism, saccharine, or negativity can puncture the universal themes of familial love, romantic love, devotion spirituality, perseverance, forgiveness, and devotion that permeate this beloved musical. These universal themes have resonated with audiences from time immemorial---and are especially pertinent in today’s polarized times.
by David Friscic - Sep 15, 2025
The Sound of Music is a veritable old warhorse of the Broadway musical canon, and it has stood the test of the vicissitudes of time. No amount of changing source material, cynicism, saccharine, or negativity can puncture the universal themes of familial love, romantic love, devotion spirituality, perseverance, forgiveness, and devotion that permeate this beloved musical. These universal themes have resonated with audiences from time immemorial---and are especially pertinent in today’s polarized times.
Photos: THE SOUND OF MUSIC National Tour First Look
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Sep 11, 2025
You can now get a first look at the new North American tour of THE SOUND OF MUSIC! See who is starring, and learn how to purchase tickets to the tour here!
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Sep 11, 2025
You can now get a first look at the new North American tour of THE SOUND OF MUSIC! See who is starring, and learn how to purchase tickets to the tour here!
Video: In Rehearsals with the Cast of THE SOUND OF MUSIC National Tour
by Joey Mervis - Aug 27, 2025
Rehearsals are officially underway for the upcoming North American tour of The Sound of Music. Watch in this video as they give a special sneak peek of 'My Favorite Things,' 'Edelweiss,' and 'Do Re Mi'.
by Joey Mervis - Aug 27, 2025
Rehearsals are officially underway for the upcoming North American tour of The Sound of Music. Watch in this video as they give a special sneak peek of 'My Favorite Things,' 'Edelweiss,' and 'Do Re Mi'.
Photos: THE SOUND OF MUSIC Tour Gets Ready to Hit the Road
by Jennifer Broski - Aug 21, 2025
Rehearsals have officially begun for the upcoming North American tour of The Sound of Music. Cast members Cayleigh Capaldi, Christiane Noll, and more gave BroadwayWorld an inside look at numbers from the beloved musical, including the iconic 'Do-Re-Mi' and 'My Favorite Things.' Check out photos from inside the event here!
by Jennifer Broski - Aug 21, 2025
Rehearsals have officially begun for the upcoming North American tour of The Sound of Music. Cast members Cayleigh Capaldi, Christiane Noll, and more gave BroadwayWorld an inside look at numbers from the beloved musical, including the iconic 'Do-Re-Mi' and 'My Favorite Things.' Check out photos from inside the event here!
Video: Inside Rehearsals For THE SOUND OF MUSIC North American Tour
by Michael Major - Aug 21, 2025
Step inside rehearsals for the upcoming North American tour of The Sound of Music. Cast members Cayleigh Capaldi, Christiane Noll, and more gave BroadwayWorld an inside look at 'Do-Re-Mi' and 'My Favorite Things.' Watch videos now!
by Michael Major - Aug 21, 2025
Step inside rehearsals for the upcoming North American tour of The Sound of Music. Cast members Cayleigh Capaldi, Christiane Noll, and more gave BroadwayWorld an inside look at 'Do-Re-Mi' and 'My Favorite Things.' Watch videos now!
THE SOUND OF MUSIC is Coming to Princess of Wales Theatre
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Aug 15, 2025
THE SOUND OF MUSIC will return to Toronto in Director Jack O’Brien’s acclaimed production this November. Learn more and see how to purchase tickets here!
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Aug 15, 2025
THE SOUND OF MUSIC will return to Toronto in Director Jack O’Brien’s acclaimed production this November. Learn more and see how to purchase tickets here!
THE SOUND OF MUSIC National Tour Complete Casting Announced
by A.A. Cristi - Aug 11, 2025
The complete cast has been announced for the new national tour of The Sound of Music, launching September 5–6, 2025, in Utica, NY, and starring Cayleigh Capaldi, Kevin Earley, and Christiane Noll under the direction of Jack O’Brien.
by A.A. Cristi - Aug 11, 2025
The complete cast has been announced for the new national tour of The Sound of Music, launching September 5–6, 2025, in Utica, NY, and starring Cayleigh Capaldi, Kevin Earley, and Christiane Noll under the direction of Jack O’Brien.
Del Shores Foundation Writers Festival Comes To Atlanta This Month
by Stephi Wild - Feb 8, 2024
The Del Shores Foundation presents its second weekend-long Del Shores Foundation Writers Festival February 23-25, 2024 at Out Front Theatre Company in Atlanta. Learn more about the festival here!
by Stephi Wild - Feb 8, 2024
The Del Shores Foundation presents its second weekend-long Del Shores Foundation Writers Festival February 23-25, 2024 at Out Front Theatre Company in Atlanta. Learn more about the festival here!
MALICIOUS COMPLIANCE Will Be Performed by Burning Bones Physical Theatre
by Stephi Wild - May 24, 2023
Burning Bones Physical Theatre presents Malicious Compliance, directed by Frankie Mulinix.
by Stephi Wild - May 24, 2023
Burning Bones Physical Theatre presents Malicious Compliance, directed by Frankie Mulinix.
Sundance Institute Trans Possibilities Intensive Fellows Announced
by Michael Major - Mar 27, 2023
The Fellows selected for 2023 are: Seyi Adebanjo, Rajvi Desai, Malik Ever, Nick Janaye, Jamie John and Tee Park Jaehyung. This year's Creative Advisors include Sydney Freeland (Drunktown’s Finest), Aitch Alberto (Aristotle and Dante Discover the Secrets of the Universe), Félix Endara (UNSEEN) and Chase Joynt (Framing Agnes).
by Michael Major - Mar 27, 2023
The Fellows selected for 2023 are: Seyi Adebanjo, Rajvi Desai, Malik Ever, Nick Janaye, Jamie John and Tee Park Jaehyung. This year's Creative Advisors include Sydney Freeland (Drunktown’s Finest), Aitch Alberto (Aristotle and Dante Discover the Secrets of the Universe), Félix Endara (UNSEEN) and Chase Joynt (Framing Agnes).
BWW Review: HARD TO BE SOFT " A BELFAST PRAYER at Irish Arts Center
by Cindy Sibilsky - Jan 16, 2022
You don't have to be from Belfast to appreciate the themes explored through raw physicality in Oona Doherty's Hard to Be Soft — A Belfast Prayer. Any “city body” possessing collective trauma from an urban environment will recognize and relate to the thick shells worn to conceal perceived weakness.
by Cindy Sibilsky - Jan 16, 2022
You don't have to be from Belfast to appreciate the themes explored through raw physicality in Oona Doherty's Hard to Be Soft — A Belfast Prayer. Any “city body” possessing collective trauma from an urban environment will recognize and relate to the thick shells worn to conceal perceived weakness.
The Sundance Institute Launches Trans Possibilities Intensive
by Michael Major - Oct 18, 2021
The Intensive is designed and led by Moi Santos and includes guidance from experienced creative advisors including Sam Feder, Yance Ford, Tourmaline, and Ro Haber. The selected fellows include Ava Davis, StormMiguel Florez, River Gallo, Carol Grant, Mitchell (MiSha) Owens, and Savannah Ward.
by Michael Major - Oct 18, 2021
The Intensive is designed and led by Moi Santos and includes guidance from experienced creative advisors including Sam Feder, Yance Ford, Tourmaline, and Ro Haber. The selected fellows include Ava Davis, StormMiguel Florez, River Gallo, Carol Grant, Mitchell (MiSha) Owens, and Savannah Ward.
Young Dancemakers Company Announces 2021 Outdoor Performance Tour
by Stephi Wild - Jul 10, 2021
The performances will run from July 21st thru July 31st and feature original works by the teens, developed under the tutelage of the YDC faculty and guest artists. The company will also train daily with Ballet Hispánico's Natalia Alonso, and learn an excerpt of Ann Reinking's Ritmo y Ruido.
by Stephi Wild - Jul 10, 2021
The performances will run from July 21st thru July 31st and feature original works by the teens, developed under the tutelage of the YDC faculty and guest artists. The company will also train daily with Ballet Hispánico's Natalia Alonso, and learn an excerpt of Ann Reinking's Ritmo y Ruido.
Queens Theatre Presents THE STONEWALL LEGACY PROJECT
by A.A. Cristi - Jun 14, 2021
This June and July, Queens Theatre will present The Stonewall Legacy Project, five free, virtual events on Thursday nights in June and July led by celebrated LGBTQIA+ artists. Through sharing essential art, diverse experiences, and creating a necessary space for community and conversation, The Stonewall Legacy Project will honor the spirit of the Stonewall uprising and its half-century legacy by exploring where we've been, where we are now, and where we're going.
by A.A. Cristi - Jun 14, 2021
This June and July, Queens Theatre will present The Stonewall Legacy Project, five free, virtual events on Thursday nights in June and July led by celebrated LGBTQIA+ artists. Through sharing essential art, diverse experiences, and creating a necessary space for community and conversation, The Stonewall Legacy Project will honor the spirit of the Stonewall uprising and its half-century legacy by exploring where we've been, where we are now, and where we're going.
BWW Interview: Ben Dawkins, director of THE LARAMIE PROJECT at Proud Mary Theatre Company
by Neil Shurley - Sep 25, 2020
'There is minimal staging, which allows the text of the play and the broader themes of inclusion, community, and healing to play to the audience.'
by Neil Shurley - Sep 25, 2020
'There is minimal staging, which allows the text of the play and the broader themes of inclusion, community, and healing to play to the audience.'
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