David Ives
Latest News on David Ives:
Cast Recording of Sondheim's HERE WE ARE is Now Available on Vinyl and Streaming (Sep 6, 2024)
Theatre Wesleyan to Present THE IVES ARCHIVES In October (Sep 3, 2024)
Red Bull Theater Unveils 2024-25 Season Featuring Productions, Readings & More (Aug 26, 2024)
Cast Recording of Sondheim's HERE WE ARE is Now Available on Vinyl and Streaming (Sep 6, 2024)
Theatre Wesleyan to Present THE IVES ARCHIVES In October (Sep 3, 2024)
Red Bull Theater Unveils 2024-25 Season Featuring Productions, Readings & More (Aug 26, 2024)
BIO
David Ives is probably best known for his evenings of one-act comedies called All in the Timing and Time Flies. All in the Timing won the Outer Critics Circle Playwriting Award, ran for two years Off-Broadway, and in the 1995-96 season was the most performed play in the country after Shakespeare productions. His full-length plays include The School For Lies (adapted from Moliere's The Misanthrope and a major hit at New York's Classic Stage Company last spring); The Heir Apparent (an adaptation of J-F Regnard's comedy that was an audience and critical hit at the Shakespeare Theatre Company in Washington, D.C. this past fall); New Jerusalem: The Interrogation of Baruch de Spinoza, which won the prestigious Hull-Warriner Award; Is He Dead? (adapted from Mark Twain); White Christmas; Polish Joke; and Ancient History. He has translated Feydeau's classic farce A Flea in Her Ear, Yazmina Reza's drama A Spanish Play, and Pierre Corneille's 1643 comedy The Liar (also an enormous hit at the Shakespeare Theatre Company two years ago). David Ives is the author of three young-adult novels: Monsieur Eek, Scrib, andVoss, and he has adapted 32 American musicals for New York City's beloved Encores! series. A graduate of the Yale School of Drama and a former Guggenheim Fellow in playwriting, he lives in New York City.
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Awards and Nominations
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Drama Desk Awards - 2017 - Outstanding Adaptation
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Helen Hayes Awards - 2012 - The Charles MacArthur Award for Outstanding New Play or Musical
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Tony Awards - 2012 - Best Play
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Helen Hayes Awards - 2011 - The Charles MacArthur Award for Outstanding New Play or Musical
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Outer Critics Circle Awards - 1994 - John Gassner Playwriting Award
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Drama Desk Awards - 1993 - Outstanding Play
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Videos
Pre-Order Cast Recording For Sondheim's HERE WE ARE; Plus Watch the New Music Video For 'Exit Music'!
by Stephi Wild - Apr 26, 2024
Video: Final Stephen Sondheim Musical HERE WE ARE to Release Cast Recording This Spring
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Jan 10, 2024
Photos & Video: Get a First Look at WHITE CHRISTMAS at Bucks County Playhouse
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Nov 28, 2023
Video: How Micaela Diamond Feels Stephen Sondheim's Presence During HERE WE ARE
by Michael Major - Nov 14, 2023
Video: HERE WE ARE, the Final Sondheim Musical, Celebrates Opening Night
by Opening Night - Oct 23, 2023
Video: First Look at Jay McGuiness, Lorna Luft & More in Rehearsals for WHITE CHRISTMAS UK Tour
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Nov 8, 2022
VIDEO: Watch a Load-In Timelapse for SCHOOL FOR LIES at the Guthrie Theater
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Apr 19, 2022
Broadway Rewind: We're Dreaming of a WHITE CHRISTMAS with the 2018 US Tour!
by Taylor Brethauer-Hamling - Dec 25, 2020
VIDEO: Carol Swarbrick Sings "Let Me Sing and I'm Happy" From WHITE CHRISTMAS
by Stephi Wild - Apr 4, 2020
TV: The Two 'Susans' Of WHITE CHRISTMAS Explore The Holidays In Chicago
by A.A. Cristi - Dec 11, 2019
VIDEO: On This Day, November 23: Snow Falls On Broadway With Irving Berlin's WHITE CHRISTMAS
by A.A. Cristi - Nov 23, 2018
STAGE TUBE: Artists Rep's THE LIAR Company Performs 'A Note About the Verse'
by Stage Tube - Jun 12, 2015
TV: WHITE CHRISTMAS Celebrates Opening Night at Dominion Theatre!
by TV - On the Road - Nov 17, 2014
STAGE TUBE: Stephen Sondheim Reveals Details on New Musical with David Ives!
by Nicole Rosky - Nov 6, 2014
News
Cast Recording of Sondheim's HERE WE ARE is Now Available on Vinyl and Streaming
The original cast recording of Here We Are, David Ives and Stephen Sondheim’s critically acclaimed new musical, is now available on vinyl and streaming! Find out how to purchase the vinyl, stream and download the album here.
The original cast recording of Here We Are, David Ives and Stephen Sondheim’s critically acclaimed new musical, is now available on vinyl and streaming! Find out how to purchase the vinyl, stream and download the album here.
Theatre Wesleyan to Present THE IVES ARCHIVES In October
Theatre Wesleyan will present their October production of THE IVES ARCHIVES, featuring a collection of David Ives' short plays. Learn how to purchase tickets.
Theatre Wesleyan will present their October production of THE IVES ARCHIVES, featuring a collection of David Ives' short plays. Learn how to purchase tickets.
Red Bull Theater Unveils 2024-25 Season Featuring Productions, Readings & More
Red Bull Theater has revealed its 2024-25 season with a lineup of productions, readings, and special events available both in-person and online.
Red Bull Theater has revealed its 2024-25 season with a lineup of productions, readings, and special events available both in-person and online.
THE LION, THE WITCH AND THE WARDROBE, ANYTHING GOES and More Set for Shaw Festival in 2025
Artistic Director Tim Carroll has revealed the Shaw Festival playbill for next season.
Artistic Director Tim Carroll has revealed the Shaw Festival playbill for next season.
Bernadette Peters And Ted Snowdon to be Honored at York Theatre Company Gala
The York Theatre Company will honor Bernadette Peters and Ted Snowdon at their Gala Evening. Learn more and see how to purchase tickets.
The York Theatre Company will honor Bernadette Peters and Ted Snowdon at their Gala Evening. Learn more and see how to purchase tickets.
ALL IN THE TIMING by David Ives to be Presented at Rochester Fringe 2024
Sunday Stages will present ALL IN THE TIMING at the Rochester Fringe 2024, showcasing six one-act plays by David Ives. Learn how to purchase tickets.
Sunday Stages will present ALL IN THE TIMING at the Rochester Fringe 2024, showcasing six one-act plays by David Ives. Learn how to purchase tickets.
Drama Works Theatre Company Brings Heart To Political Drama TWO ROOMS
Drama Works Theatre Company, a resident theatre company in Old Saybrook, CT will continue its compelling 2024 season with Two Rooms by Lee Blessing. The show is directed by Ed Wilhelms and features actors Emily Yates, Tristan Cole, Frank DiCaro, and Alicia James.
Drama Works Theatre Company, a resident theatre company in Old Saybrook, CT will continue its compelling 2024 season with Two Rooms by Lee Blessing. The show is directed by Ed Wilhelms and features actors Emily Yates, Tristan Cole, Frank DiCaro, and Alicia James.
Feature: THE 39 STEPS at The Colonial Theatre Of Rhode Island
A cast of four in a hilarious spoof of Hitchcock's film noir, complete with a high-speed chase across London and Scotland.
A cast of four in a hilarious spoof of Hitchcock's film noir, complete with a high-speed chase across London and Scotland.
Video: First Look At WHITE CHRISTMAS At Maine Street Music Theatre
Get a first look at MSMT's enchanting summer production of Irving Berlin’s timeless classic, Irving Berlin's White Christmas. Running from July 17 to August 3, this heartwarming musical promises to bring festive cheer to the Pickard Theatre with its captivating performances, dazzling choreography, and unforgettable melodies.
Get a first look at MSMT's enchanting summer production of Irving Berlin’s timeless classic, Irving Berlin's White Christmas. Running from July 17 to August 3, this heartwarming musical promises to bring festive cheer to the Pickard Theatre with its captivating performances, dazzling choreography, and unforgettable melodies.
PAMELA PALMER Opens Tonight at Williamstown Theatre Festival
The Williamstown Theatre Festival’s world premiere of Pamela Palmer by Tony Award nominee David Ives, directed by Tony Award winner Walter Bobbie opens on July 25. Learn more about the show and see how to purchase tickets.
The Williamstown Theatre Festival’s world premiere of Pamela Palmer by Tony Award nominee David Ives, directed by Tony Award winner Walter Bobbie opens on July 25. Learn more about the show and see how to purchase tickets.
Sara Bareilles To Give Special Concert To Benefit Williamstown Theatre Festival
Sara Bareilles will perform a special concert to benefit Williamstown Theatre Festival. The event also marks the return of WTF Cabaret, featuring various artists and hosts.
Sara Bareilles will perform a special concert to benefit Williamstown Theatre Festival. The event also marks the return of WTF Cabaret, featuring various artists and hosts.
Wake Up With BroadwayWorld July 11, 2024
Rise and shine, BroadwayWorld! It is July 11, 2024 and it's time to catch up on all of the theatrical happenings you may have missed in the last 24 hours.
Rise and shine, BroadwayWorld! It is July 11, 2024 and it's time to catch up on all of the theatrical happenings you may have missed in the last 24 hours.
Are We In a Sondheim Renaissance?
This time, the reader question was: Have there been a lot of Sondheim productions in New York City since the legendary composer and lyricist passed away?
This time, the reader question was: Have there been a lot of Sondheim productions in New York City since the legendary composer and lyricist passed away?
Williamstown Theatre Festival Announces Alex Edelman Added Show And More
Williamstown Theatre Festival reveals casting and creative teams for three new productions and announces the extension of Alex Edelman's stand-up set.
Williamstown Theatre Festival reveals casting and creative teams for three new productions and announces the extension of Alex Edelman's stand-up set.
BWW Q&A: Charis Leos on Irving Berlin's WHITE CHRISTMAS at Maine State Music Theatre
We spoke to Charis Leos about appearing in Irving Berlin's White Christmas at Maine State Music Theatre! Charis is a familiar face at MSMT, appearing in dozens of shows over the years, beginning with Nunsense in 1997. Some favorite MSMT roles include Roz (9 to 5), Rose (Gypsy), Louise (Always, Patsy Cline), Paulette (Legally Blonde), Maggie (42nd Street), Madame Thenardier (Les Miserables), Chaperone (Drowsy Chaperone) and Dolly (Hello, Dolly!).
We spoke to Charis Leos about appearing in Irving Berlin's White Christmas at Maine State Music Theatre! Charis is a familiar face at MSMT, appearing in dozens of shows over the years, beginning with Nunsense in 1997. Some favorite MSMT roles include Roz (9 to 5), Rose (Gypsy), Louise (Always, Patsy Cline), Paulette (Legally Blonde), Maggie (42nd Street), Madame Thenardier (Les Miserables), Chaperone (Drowsy Chaperone) and Dolly (Hello, Dolly!).
Gavin Creel & Alex Edelman to Join Williamstown Theatre Festival This Summer
Special programming has been revealed for the summer season featuring 2024 Special Tony Award winner Alex Edelman and Tony Award and Olivier Award winner Gavin Creel. Learn how to purchase tickets.
Special programming has been revealed for the summer season featuring 2024 Special Tony Award winner Alex Edelman and Tony Award and Olivier Award winner Gavin Creel. Learn how to purchase tickets.
Review: BROKE: THE GAME SHOW SHOW at Center Stage Theatre
Whether or not you’re a game show fan, you owe it to yourself to catch Broke: The Game Show Show, which closes this weekend at the Center Stage Theatre in Shelton.
Whether or not you’re a game show fan, you owe it to yourself to catch Broke: The Game Show Show, which closes this weekend at the Center Stage Theatre in Shelton.
Casts Set for Red Bull Theater's Short New Play Festival 2024
Red Bull Theater revealed the cast for its 2024 Short New Play Festival, featuring world premiere works by Madeleine George and Robert O’Hara. Learn how to purchase tickets.
Red Bull Theater revealed the cast for its 2024 Short New Play Festival, featuring world premiere works by Madeleine George and Robert O’Hara. Learn how to purchase tickets.
Lineup Set for Williamstown Theatre Festival's WTF IS NEXT Featuring Adam Kantor, Britton & The Sting and More
The lineup has been revealed for Williamstown Theatre Festival's “WTF IS NEXT,” Lear more about programming and see how to purchase tickets.
The lineup has been revealed for Williamstown Theatre Festival's “WTF IS NEXT,” Lear more about programming and see how to purchase tickets.
FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS
How many shows has David Ives written?
David Ives has written 18 shows including Maggie May (Book Adaptation), Five Very Live (Playwright), All in the Timing (Playwright), Don Juan in Chicago (Playwright), Ancient History/English Made Simple (Playwright), The Red Address (Playwright), Mere Mortals and Others (Playwright), Dance of the Vampires (Bookwriter), Polish Joke (Playwright), Irving Berlin's White Christmas (Bookwriter), The 24 Hour Plays 2006 (Playwright), Is He Dead? (Playwright), New Jerusalem: The Interrogation of Baruch de Spinoza at Talmud Torah Congregation: Amsterdam, July 27, 1656 (Playwright), Venus in Fur (Playwright), The School for Lies (Playwright), The Liar (Writer), The Metromaniacs (Author), Here We Are (Book).
What awards has David Ives been nominated for?
David Ives has received several nominations for prestigious awards, including: - Outstanding Adaptation (Drama Desk Awards) for The Liar - The Charles MacArthur Award for Outstanding New Play or Musical (Helen Hayes Awards) for Heir Apparent - Best Play (Tony Awards) for Venus in Fur - The Charles MacArthur Award for Outstanding New Play or Musical (Helen Hayes Awards) for The Liar - John Gassner Playwriting Award (Outer Critics Circle Awards) for All in the Timing - Outstanding Play (Drama Desk Awards) for All in the Timing.
What awards has David Ives won?
David Ives has won several awards, including the Outstanding Adaptation at the Drama Desk Awards for The Liar. He also received the Charles MacArthur Award for Outstanding New Play or Musical at the Helen Hayes Awards for The Liar. Additionally, he was honored with the John Gassner Playwriting Award at the Outer Critics Circle Awards for All in the Timing.
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