David Payne

Interview: David Payne Talks CHURCHILL
by R. Scott Reedy - Oct 6, 2025

Winston Churchill was one of the 20th century’s towering political figures – a British statesman, military officer, and prime minister of the United Kingdom during World War II in 1940–45, and again in 1951–55, who spent over six decades as a member of the British parliament.

Winston Churchill Comes To Life On Stage At The Eisemann Center This November
by A.A. Cristi - Aug 27, 2025

The Eisemann Center, in partnership with Emery Entertainment, Inc., will present Churchill, a powerful one-man show written by and starring veteran British actor David Payne. Performances will run November 7–9, 2025 in the Bank of America Theatre.

Review: THE BOYS NEXT DOOR at Oyster Mill Playhouse
by Andrea Stephenson - Jul 12, 2025

Every actor brings their character to life in a nuanced and sensitive way, giving the audience a glimpse into the thoughts, feelings, desires, frustrations, and fears of this diverse group of characters.

Review: CHURCHILL at The Phoenix Theatre Company
by Herbert Paine - Feb 10, 2025

By allowing Churchill’s reflections – his triumphs and regrets alike - to take center stage, David Payne delivers a performance that is complex, compelling, and deeply human. CHURCHILL - at The Phoenix Theatre Company - is a theatrical experience that lingers long after the final applause.

Daniel Payne to Star in CHURCHILL at the Aronoff Center
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Jan 14, 2025

Acclaimed actor Daniel Payne will star in Churchill at the Aronoff Center’s intimate Jarson-Kaplan Theater for three performances only in March. Learn more about the upcoming performances and see how to purchase tickets.

CHURCHILL Starring David Payne to be Presented at The Phoenix Theatre Company
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Jan 6, 2025

In this often funny, sometimes touching and always engaging one-man-show... veteran British actor, David Payne will bring Churchill to life onstage at The Phoenix Theatre Company.

SOME LIKE IT HOT, MEAN GIRLS And More Come To Playhouse Square In November
by A.A. Cristi - Oct 25, 2024

Playhouse Square will welcome unique shows to its stages this May, spanning comedy, dance, music, and theatrical performances and more. 

David Payne Brings CHURCHILL to the Overture Center This Month
by Stephi Wild - Oct 1, 2024

Spend an evening with Sir Winston Churchill as British actor David Payne brings the iconic leader to life in a captivating one-man show. Overture Center, with Emery Entertainment, Inc., presents CHURCHILL on Saturday, Oct. 12 at 2:30 p.m. and 7:30 p.m. and Sunday, Oct. 13 at 2 p.m. in The Playhouse theater. 

CHRISTMAS WITH C.S. LEWIS Starring David Payne Coming To The Eisemann Center
by A.A. Cristi - Jul 23, 2024

Experience the magic of CHRISTMAS WITH C.S. LEWIS, starring David Payne, at the Eisemann Center from December 19-22.

FUNNY GIRL, & JULIET, and More Set For Overture Center's 20th Anniversary Season Lineup
by Stephi Wild - Apr 30, 2024

Overture Center has revealed its 20th Anniversary 2024/25 season. Broadway at Overture welcomes back audience-favorite “Wicked,” also celebrating its 20th anniversary year, and includes the Wisconsin premieres of “& Juliet,” “Shucked” and “The Neil Diamond Musical: A Beautiful Noise.”

New Musical Theatre Writers Begin Key Development Programme At Birmingham Hippodrome
by Stephi Wild - Apr 10, 2024

Birmingham Hippodrome has welcomed 15 musical theatre writers and creatives to their new Musical Theatre Writers Group programme. 

CHRISTMAS WITH C.S. LEWIS is Coming To Overture This Month
by Stephi Wild - Nov 10, 2023

Experience the holiday spirit with 'Christmas with C.S. Lewis' at Overture Center from November 24-26. David Payne portrays C.S. Lewis in this captivating performance.

The Drama Book Shop Announces Upcoming Author Events
by A.A. Cristi - Nov 2, 2023

The Drama Book Shop presents a series of events featuring new theatrical literary works by authors and playwrights. Join them for inspiring discussions and celebrations of the power of American theater. Reserve your seat on their website.

Perelman Performing Arts Center to Present IS IT THURSDAY YET? & More Dance Programming
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Oct 27, 2023

The Perelman Performing Arts Center will present Is It Thursday Yet?, The March, and Motion/Matter: Street Dance Festival at the new performing arts center at the World Trade Center site in Lower Manhattan. 

FSCJ Artist Series Beyond Broadway Presents CHRISTMAS WITH C.S. LEWIS, December 10
by A.A. Cristi - Sep 1, 2023

The FSCJ Artist Series, sponsored by VyStar Credit Union, presents Christmas with C.S. Lewis at the Jacksonville Center for the Performing Arts in the Terry Theatre on Sunday, December 10, 2023 for two shows, at 2:00 and 6:00 p.m.

CHRISTMAS WITH C.S. LEWIS Comes to the Aronoff Center in December
by Stephi Wild - Jul 19, 2023

Acclaimed actor David Payne stars in Christmas with C.S. Lewis at the Aronoff Center's intimate Jarson-Kaplan Theater for five performances only from December 20-23, 2023 (see below for performance schedule).  The one-man show is part of the Cincinnati Arts Association's 2023-24 Season.

CHRISTMAS WITH C.S. LEWIS Kicks Off The Holiday Season at Overture This November
by Stephi Wild - Jul 13, 2023

David Payne as C.S. Lewis is back with performances of Christmas with C.S. Lewis at Overture.

Review: BEAUTIFUL: THE CAROLE KING MUSICAL at Keystone Theatrics At The Playhouse At Allenberry
by Andrea Stephenson - Jun 25, 2023

Beautiful: The Carole King Musical is filled with truly beautiful moments. The cast performs with such energy and heart that they bring the audience to their feet.

Review: SIDE SHOW at Theatre Harrisburg
by Andrea Stephenson - Apr 29, 2023

Side Show wows audiences with its incredible music and complex story that is filled with both triumphs and heartache. This production is larger than life, engaging the senses and drawing the audience into the riveting story. The cast is simply incredible. Theatre Harrisburg’s production of Side Show is thought-provoking and hauntingly beautiful.

Tickets Are Now On Sale for CHURCHILL at the Eisemann Center
by Blair Ingenthron - Dec 19, 2022

The Eisemann Center will present Emery Entertainment's CHURCHILL starring David Payne at the Eisemann Center, 2351 Performance Drive in Richardson, Texas for three performances: Saturday, March 18 at 2:00 pm and 7:30 pm and Sunday, March 19, 2023 at 2:00 pm.