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Broadway highlights: Dear Evan Hansen, She Loves Me, Curious Incident..., Gigi, The Bridges of Madison County, If/Then, Macbeth, Death of a Salesman, Follies, Sister Act, Arcadia, A Steady Rain, Shrek, The Little Mermaid, Legally Blonde, Spamalot, Tarzan, Dirty Rotten Scoundrels, Nine, Gypsy, Sweet Smell of Success, The Invention of Love, Aida, The Iceman Cometh, Chicago, Side Show, Steel Pier. Film/TV credits: "Peter Pan Live!" (NBC), "The Sound of Music Live!" (NBC), It’s Complicated, Angels in America (Emmy-nominated), To Wong Foo...

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Productions

Life of PiLife of Pi
 
[US Tour, 2024]
Hair Designer
Days of Wine and RosesDays of Wine and Roses
 
[Broadway, 2024]
Hair and Wigs
Mrs. DoubtfireMrs. Doubtfire
 
[US Tour, 2023] [Replacement]
Hair Designer[Replacement]
Days of Wine and RosesDays of Wine and Roses
 
[Off-Broadway, 2023]
Hair and Wigs
Mrs. DoubtfireMrs. Doubtfire
 
[West End, 2023]
Hair Design
Life of PiLife of Pi
 
[Broadway, 2023]
Wig Design
Moulin Rouge!Moulin Rouge!
 
[US Tour, 2022]
Wig and Hair Designer
Mrs. DoubtfireMrs. Doubtfire
 
[Broadway, 2022]
Hair & Wig Design
Moulin Rouge! The MusicalMoulin Rouge! The Musical
 
[West End, 2022]
Hair Designer
Dear Evan HansenDear Evan Hansen
 
[US Tour, 2021] [Replacement]
Hair Design[Replacement]
Dear Evan HansenDear Evan Hansen
 
[West End, 2021]
Hair Designer
FrozenFrozen
 
[US Tour, 2019]
Hair Designer
Moulin Rouge!Moulin Rouge!
 
[Broadway, 2019]
Wig and Hair Design
Kiss Me, KateKiss Me, Kate
 
[Broadway, 2019]
Hair and Wig Design
Dear Evan HansenDear Evan Hansen
 
[Toronto, 2019]
Hair Designer
Moulin Rouge! The MusicalMoulin Rouge! The Musical
 
[Boston, 2018]
Wig and Hair Design
FrozenFrozen
 
[Broadway, 2018]
Hair Designer
Roman Holiday - The Cole Porter MusicalRoman Holiday - The Cole Porter Musical
 
[San Francisco (Regional), 2017]
Wig and Hair Designer
War PaintWar Paint
 
[Broadway, 2017]
Wig Designer
Dear Evan HansenDear Evan Hansen
 
[Broadway, 2016]
Hair Design
Southern ComfortSouthern Comfort
 
[Off-Broadway, 2016]
Hair Designer
GigiGigi
 
[Broadway, 2015]
Wig Hair Design
GigiGigi
 
[Washington, DC (Regional), 2015]
Hair Design
If/ThenIf/Then
 
[Broadway, 2014]
Wig and Hair Design
MacbethMacbeth
 
[Broadway, 2013]
Hair and Wig Designer
Romeo and JulietRomeo and Juliet
 
[Broadway, 2013]
Hair Designer
Far From HeavenFar From Heaven
 
[Off-Broadway, 2013]
Wig & Hair Designer
Sister ActSister Act
 
[US Tour, 2012]
Wig and Hair Designer
Shrek the MusicalShrek the Musical
 
[US Tour, 2011]
Hair and Wig Designer
ArcadiaArcadia
 
[Broadway, 2011]
Hair Designer
Bye Bye BirdieBye Bye Birdie
 
[Broadway, 2009]
Hair and Wig Designer
A Steady RainA Steady Rain
 
[Broadway, 2009]
Hair Designer
The Country GirlThe Country Girl
 
[Broadway, 2008]
Hair Designer
The Little MermaidThe Little Mermaid
 
[Broadway, 2008]
Hair Designer
Legally BlondeLegally Blonde
 
[Broadway, 2007]
Hair Designer
ButleyButley
 
[Broadway, 2006]
Hair and Wig Designer
TarzanTarzan
 
[Broadway, 2006]
Hair Designer
The Wedding SingerThe Wedding Singer
 
[Broadway, 2006]
Hair Designer
Chita Rivera: The Dancer's LifeChita Rivera: The Dancer's Life
 
[Broadway, 2005]
Hair Designer
The Odd CoupleThe Odd Couple
 
[Broadway, 2005]
Hair Designer
The Glass MenagerieThe Glass Menagerie
 
[Broadway, 2005]
Hair and Wig Designer
Monty Python's SpamalotMonty Python's Spamalot
 
[Broadway, 2005]
Hair And Wig Designer
Fiddler on the RoofFiddler on the Roof
 
[Broadway, 2004]
Hair and Wig Designer
GypsyGypsy
 
[Broadway, 2003]
Hair Designer
NineNine
 
[Broadway, 2003]
Hair Designer
Flower Drum Song
 
[Broadway, 2002]
Hair Designer
The Boys from Syracuse
 
[Broadway, 2002]
Hair Designer
Sweet Smell of Success
 
[Broadway, 2002]
Hair Designer
The Adventures of Tom Sawyer
 
[Broadway, 2001]
Hair Designer
The Invention Of Love
 
[Broadway, 2001]
Hair and Wig Designer
AidaAida
 
[Broadway, 2000]
Hair Designer
The Rainmaker
 
[Broadway, 1999]
Hair and Wig Designer
Annie Get Your Gun
 
[Broadway, 1999]
Hair Designer
Little Me
 
[Broadway, 1998]
Hair Designer
The Herbal Bed
 
[Broadway, 1998]
Hair Designer
1776
 
[Broadway, 1997]
Hair and Wig Designer
King David
 
[Broadway, 1997]
Hair Designer
Steel Pier
 
[Broadway, 1997]
Hair Designer
ChicagoChicago
 
[Broadway, 1996]
Hair Designer
Big
 
[Broadway, 1996]
Hair and Wig Designer
Butley
 
[Broadway, 1972]
Hair & Wig Designer

Awards and Nominations

Drama Desk Awards - 2022 - Outstanding Wig and Hair

David Brian Brown, Mrs. Doubtfire


winner
Drama Desk Awards - 2017 - Outstanding Wig and Hair

David Brian Brown, War Paint

Drama Desk Awards - 2016 - Outstanding Wig and Hair

David Brian Brown, She Loves Me

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Video: Trailer for THE LOST BOYS on Broadway Photo
Video: Trailer for THE LOST BOYS on Broadway
by Team BWW - Feb 23, 2026

Get a first look at a new trailer for The Lost Boys on Broadway. The Lost Boys will begin preview performances Friday, March 27 at the Palace Theatre (160 W 47th Street) with an official opening on Sunday, April 26, 2026. 
Photos: THE LOST BOYS Shares Key Art Ahead of Broadway Premiere Photo
Photos: THE LOST BOYS Shares Key Art Ahead of Broadway Premiere
by Stephi Wild - Feb 20, 2026

The Lost Boys on Broadway has released all new key art, featuring photos of the cast, in stark 'day' and 'night' constrasting posters. Check out the photos and learn more about the show here!
MRS. DOUBTFIRE Hits the Stage at Morris Center This March Photo
MRS. DOUBTFIRE Hits the Stage at Morris Center This March
by Stephi Wild - Feb 16, 2026

The Morris Center will present the beloved musical comedy MRS. DOUBTFIRE as part of its Broadway in South Bend series, featuring four performances from March 13-15.
Kelsie Watts To Join MOULIN ROUGE! On Broadway As 'Satine' Photo
Kelsie Watts To Join MOULIN ROUGE! On Broadway As 'Satine'
by A.A. Cristi - Feb 12, 2026

The Tony Award-winning, record-breaking Broadway production of Moulin Rouge! The Musical will welcome recording artist and Broadway sensation Kelsie Watts in the role of “Satine” beginning Tuesday, March 24, 2026 at the Al Hirschfeld Theatre. 
Arianna Rosario and Nicci Claspell Will Join MOULIN ROUGE! as 'Satine' and Alternate Photo
Arianna Rosario and Nicci Claspell Will Join MOULIN ROUGE! as 'Satine' and Alternate
by Stephi Wild - Feb 11, 2026

Moulin Rouge! The Musical will welcome Arianna Rosario in the role of “Satine” and Nicci Claspell joins the company during this period as the “Satine” Alternate.  Learn more here!
The 1/52 Project Opens Applications For Fifth Year Of Designer Grant Program Photo
The 1/52 Project Opens Applications For Fifth Year Of Designer Grant Program
by A.A. Cristi - Feb 3, 2026

The 1/52 Project has opened applications for its 2026 grant cycle supporting early-career theatre designers from historically excluded groups. Founded by Beowulf Boritt, the OBIE Award-winning program provides financial grants of up to $17,500.
MRS. DOUBTFIRE to Have Three-Day Run at The Buddy Holly Hall Photo
MRS. DOUBTFIRE to Have Three-Day Run at The Buddy Holly Hall
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Jan 28, 2026

The North American Tour of Mrs. Doubtfire is part of the 25–26 Broadway at The Buddy Holly Hall Series and will take The Buddy Holly Hall stage in February.
MRS. DOUBTFIRE Arrives At The Washington Pavilion This Month Photo
MRS. DOUBTFIRE Arrives At The Washington Pavilion This Month
by A.A. Cristi - Jan 15, 2026

Washington Pavilion will welcome the national tour of Mrs. Doubtfire to Sioux Falls for a limited engagement running January 30 through February 1. Tickets are on sale now.
Video: MRS. DOUBTFIRE 2nd National Tour Cast First Look Photo
Video: MRS. DOUBTFIRE 2nd National Tour Cast First Look
by Joshua Wright - Dec 23, 2025

Get a first look at  MRS. DOUBTFIRE's 2nd North American tour. The non-equity tour features Craig Allen Smith in the title role of Daniel Hillard/Euphegenia Doubtfire (everyone’s favorite Scottish nanny), joined by actress Melissa Campbell as Miranda Hillard.
Single Tickets for MRS. DOUBTFIRE at Popejoy Hall on Sale Now Photo
Single Tickets for MRS. DOUBTFIRE at Popejoy Hall on Sale Now
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Dec 5, 2025

Single tickets for the upcoming engagement of Mrs. Doubtfire at Popejoy Hall in Albuquerque, New Mexico are on sale now.
Gabriela Carrillo, Ryan Vasquez & Adéa Michelle Sessoms Join MOULIN ROUGE! THE MUSIC Photo
Gabriela Carrillo, Ryan Vasquez & Adéa Michelle Sessoms Join MOULIN ROUGE! THE MUSICAL North American Tour
by A.A. Cristi - Dec 3, 2025

The North American tour of MOULIN ROUGE! THE MUSICAL will welcome new principal cast members this December. Gabriela Carrillo, Ryan Vasquez, and Adéa Michelle Sessoms will join the company beginning December 23 in San Francisco.
MOULIN ROUGE! THE MUSICAL Comes to Jacksonville in March 2026 Photo
MOULIN ROUGE! THE MUSICAL Comes to Jacksonville in March 2026
by A.A. Cristi - Nov 15, 2025

The FSCJ Artist Series Broadway in Jacksonville will present Moulin Rouge! The Musical March 10–15, 2026 at the Jacksonville Center for the Performing Arts.
MRS. DOUBTFIRE National Tour is Coming to Stifel Theatre Photo
MRS. DOUBTFIRE National Tour is Coming to Stifel Theatre
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Nov 7, 2025

MRS. DOUBTFIRE 2nd North American tour is coming to Stifel Theatre. The critically acclaimed production features Craig Allen Smith in the title role of Daniel Hillard/Euphegenia Doubtfire (everyone's favorite Scottish nanny).
MRS. DOUBTFIRE Begins Performances at The Covey Center for the Arts in December Photo
MRS. DOUBTFIRE Begins Performances at The Covey Center for the Arts in December
by A.A. Cristi - Oct 30, 2025

The Covey Center for the Arts has announced that MRS. DOUBTFIRE, the smash hit musical comedy based on the beloved movie, will be coming to Provo from Dec. 4-6. Tickets are on sale now. 
Tickets to MOULIN ROUGE! National Tour at Proctors on Sale Now Photo
Tickets to MOULIN ROUGE! National Tour at Proctors on Sale Now
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Oct 28, 2025

The first North American tour of Moulin Rouge! The Musical, winner of 10 Tony Awards including Best Musical, will play in Schenectady at Proctors. Tickeets are on sale now!
MRS. DOUBTFIRE Comes to the State Theatre New Jersey Photo
MRS. DOUBTFIRE Comes to the State Theatre New Jersey
by Stephi Wild - Oct 27, 2025

Mrs. Doubtfire, the smash hit musical comedy is coming to New Brunswick. State Theatre New Jersey will present Mrs. Doubtfire – The New Musical Comedy this weekend.
Review Roundup: MRS. DOUBTFIRE Second North American Tour Photo
Review Roundup: MRS. DOUBTFIRE Second North American Tour
by Stephi Wild - Oct 8, 2025

The second North American tour of Mrs. Doubtfire is now underway. The musical based on the beloved film opened at the Emerson Colonial Theatre in Boston. Find out what the critics are saying!
John Cardoza Makes Last-Minute Return to MOULIN ROUGE! Tour Photo
John Cardoza Makes Last-Minute Return to MOULIN ROUGE! Tour
by Michael Major - Sep 26, 2025

John Cardoza seemingly made an emergency return to Moulin Rouge! on tour last night at 'Christian.' The Notebook alum joined the touring production last minute on September 24. Watch the video of his curtain call!
MRS. DOUBTFIRE Comes to Midland Center for the Arts Photo
MRS. DOUBTFIRE Comes to Midland Center for the Arts
by Stephi Wild - Sep 23, 2025

Midland Center for the Arts has announced that tickets for the hit Broadway musical comedy MRS. DOUBTFIRE, based on the beloved film, go on sale this week.
Photos: MRS DOUBTFIRE Second National Tour is Now Underway Photo
Photos: MRS DOUBTFIRE Second National Tour is Now Underway
by Stephi Wild - Sep 12, 2025

The producers of MRS. DOUBTFIRE have released production photos for the second North American tour. The musical based on the beloved film opened at the Emerson Colonial Theatre in Boston on September 9th and will continue on to play 80+ cities across North America including Milwaukee, Kansas City, Ottawa, Toronto, and Washington D.C. 
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FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

What awards has David Brian Brown been nominated for?

Outstanding Wig and Hair (Drama Desk Awards) for Mrs. Doubtfire, Outstanding Wig and Hair (Drama Desk Awards) for War Paint and Outstanding Wig and Hair (Drama Desk Awards) for She Loves Me.

What awards has David Brian Brown won?

David Brian Brown won the Drama Desk Award for Outstanding Wig and Hair for his work on War Paint.

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