David Cumming
Latest News on David Cumming:
Original Stars of OPERATION MINCEMEAT to Depart Broadway Production in February (Jan 9, 2026)
OPERATION MINCEMEAT Extends For a Sixth Time (Dec 12, 2025)
OPERATION MINCEMEAT to Partner With Cradle of Aviation Museum for Onsite Scavenger Hunt (Dec 8, 2025)
Original Stars of OPERATION MINCEMEAT to Depart Broadway Production in February (Jan 9, 2026)
OPERATION MINCEMEAT Extends For a Sixth Time (Dec 12, 2025)
OPERATION MINCEMEAT to Partner With Cradle of Aviation Museum for Onsite Scavenger Hunt (Dec 8, 2025)
BIO
David Cumming is an award-winning writer-performer and co-writer and star of Operation Mincemeat which won Best New Musical at the 2024 Olivier Awards, and which also saw him nominated for Best Actor in a Musical for originating the role of Charles Cholmondeley.
Outside of Operation Mincemeat, David is a part of the award-winning dark-comedy theatre troupe Kill the Beast and a freelance actor/writer/director/composer in his own right. His multi-award-winning beatbox retelling of Frankenstein: How To Make A Monster, co-created with the BAC Beatbox Academy, was one of The Guardian’s Top 10 Shows of 2018 and was later adapted for TV by David and the team for BBC Four.
Further credits include
Theatre: Operation Mincemeat (Fortune Theatre), Saint Jude (Swamp Motel: Composer/ Sound Design), Dog Show (Pleasance Theatre: Co-creator/Composer/Performer)
Film and TV: Hex Vet (Nickelodeon: Voiceover), The Amazing Mr Blunden (Sky Arts: Actor)
Radio/Podcast: The Sink (BBC Sounds: Composer), Who Exploded Vivien Stone? (Fremantle/ Kill the Beast: Co-Writer/Performer)
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STAGE CREDITS
[Broadway]
Original Broadway Production, 2025
Charles Cholmondeley
Others
Charles Cholmondeley
Others
Productions
Awards and Nominations
Drama Desk Awards - 2025 - Outstanding Book of a Musical
David Cumming, Operation Mincemeat
Drama Desk Awards - 2025 - Outstanding Lyrics
David Cumming, Operation Mincemeat
Outer Critics Circle Awards - 2025 - Outstanding Book of a Musical (Broadway or Off-Broadway)
David Cumming, Operation Mincemeat
Outer Critics Circle Awards - 2025 - Outstanding Score (Broadway or Off-Broadway)
David Cumming, Operation Mincemeat
Tony Awards - 2025 - Best Book of a Musical
David Cumming, Operation Mincemeat: A New Musical
Tony Awards - 2025 - Best Book of a Musical
David Cumming, Operation Mincemeat: A New Musical
Tony Awards - 2025 - BEST ORIGINAL SCORE (Music and/or Lyrics)
David Cumming, Operation Mincemeat: A New Musical
Videos
Video: OPERATION MINCEMEAT Commemorates Veteran's Day With Silence at Curtain Call
by Stephi Wild - 2025-11-12 10:15:38
Video: OPERATION MINCEMEAT Celebrates V-J Day With Times Square Kiss
by Chloe Rabinowitz - 2025-08-14 15:01:45
Video: OPERATION MINCEMEAT Stars Debut TOM CRUISE: THE CRUSICAL
by A.A. Cristi - 2025-05-23 22:54:31
Video: Darren Criss Praises OPERATION MINCEMEAT's Natasha Hodgson on THE KELLY CLARKSON SHOW
by Josh Sharpe - 2025-05-15 11:24:09
Video: Jak Malone Performs 'Dear Bill' From OPERATION MINCEMEAT
by Josh Sharpe - 2025-05-15 10:28:15
Video: OPERATION MINCEMEAT Commemorates VE Day With 'Sail On, Boys'
by Chloe Rabinowitz - 2025-05-09 15:01:49
Video: Watch Jasmine Amy Rogers Perform at BC/EFA's BROADWAY DREAM ROLES
by Michael Major - 2025-05-06 09:29:08
Photo/Video: OPERATION MINCEMEAT Marquee Lit Following Tariff Delay
by Stephi Wild - 2025-03-14 05:43:58
News
Cast Set For OPERATION MINCEMEAT UK Tour
by Stephi Wild - Dec 8, 2025
Following the seventeenth West End and fifth Broadway extensions, the Tony Award® and double Olivier Award-winning musical OPERATION MINCEMEAT unveils the cast for the UK leg of its world tour.
by Stephi Wild - Dec 8, 2025
Following the seventeenth West End and fifth Broadway extensions, the Tony Award® and double Olivier Award-winning musical OPERATION MINCEMEAT unveils the cast for the UK leg of its world tour.
Cecily Strong and Bonnie Milligan to Host A is For’s Annual Fundraiser
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Sep 30, 2025
A is For’s Broadway Acts for Abortion has revealed the line up for their annual fundraiser being held at 54 Below. Learn more about the event and see how to attend.
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Sep 30, 2025
A is For’s Broadway Acts for Abortion has revealed the line up for their annual fundraiser being held at 54 Below. Learn more about the event and see how to attend.
OPERATION MINCEMEAT Extends Once Again in London
by Stephi Wild - Sep 15, 2025
Double Olivier Award and Tony Award-winning musical Operation Mincemeat is extending its run at the West End's Fortune Theatre for the 16th time.
by Stephi Wild - Sep 15, 2025
Double Olivier Award and Tony Award-winning musical Operation Mincemeat is extending its run at the West End's Fortune Theatre for the 16th time.
Photos: Cole Escola, Sadie Sink, and More at Opening Night of Josh Sharp's TA-DA!
by Bruce Glikas - Jul 24, 2025
Josh Sharp's ta-da! officially opened Off-Broadway at the Greenwich House Theater on July 21. In attendance at opening night were Sadie Sink, Cole Escola, and more. Check out photos below!
by Bruce Glikas - Jul 24, 2025
Josh Sharp's ta-da! officially opened Off-Broadway at the Greenwich House Theater on July 21. In attendance at opening night were Sadie Sink, Cole Escola, and more. Check out photos below!
OPERATION MINCEMEAT's Jak Malone Wins 2025 Tony Award
by - Jun 8, 2025
Jak Malone has won the 2025 Tony Award for Best Performance by an Actor in a Featured Role in a Musical for OPERATION MINCEMEAT: A NEW MUSICAL.
by - Jun 8, 2025
Jak Malone has won the 2025 Tony Award for Best Performance by an Actor in a Featured Role in a Musical for OPERATION MINCEMEAT: A NEW MUSICAL.
2025 Tony Awards Winners - The Full List
by Nicole Rosky - Jun 8, 2025
The best of Broadway took the stage at Radio City Music Hall for the 78th Annual Tony Awards, hosted by Cynthia Erivo. See all of the 2025 Tony winners here.
by Nicole Rosky - Jun 8, 2025
The best of Broadway took the stage at Radio City Music Hall for the 78th Annual Tony Awards, hosted by Cynthia Erivo. See all of the 2025 Tony winners here.
2025 Tony Awards Guide - How to Watch, Who is Nominated & More
by Nicole Rosky - Jun 7, 2025
The best of Broadway will take the stage at Radio City Music Hall for the 78th Annual Tony Awards, hosted by Cynthia Erivo. Need a refresher on how to watch and when? We've got you covered!
by Nicole Rosky - Jun 7, 2025
The best of Broadway will take the stage at Radio City Music Hall for the 78th Annual Tony Awards, hosted by Cynthia Erivo. Need a refresher on how to watch and when? We've got you covered!
FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS
How many Broadway shows has David Cumming been in?
David Cumming has appeared on Broadway in 1 shows.
How many West End shows has David Cumming been in?
David Cumming has appeared on London's West End in 1 shows.
What was David Cumming's first West End show?
David Cumming's first West End show was Operation Mincemeat which opened in 2023
What awards has David Cumming been nominated for?
Outstanding Book of a Musical (Drama Desk Awards) for Operation Mincemeat, Outstanding Lyrics (Drama Desk Awards) for Operation Mincemeat, Outstanding Book of a Musical (Broadway or Off-Broadway) (Outer Critics Circle Awards) for Operation Mincemeat, Outstanding Score (Broadway or Off-Broadway) (Outer Critics Circle Awards) for Operation Mincemeat, Best Book of a Musical (Tony Awards) for Operation Mincemeat: A New Musical, Best Book of a Musical (Tony Awards) for Operation Mincemeat: A New Musical and BEST ORIGINAL SCORE (Music and/or Lyrics) (Tony Awards) for Operation Mincemeat: A New Musical.
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