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BIO

Broadway: Fiddler on the Roof, Titanic. Off-Broadway: Peter and the Starcatcher; V-DAY (co-author); Don't Quit Your Night Job (co-creator); Authorial Intent; Hello Muddah, Hello Fadduh; Blow Me; I See London…; That's Life; Spain. TV/Film: "Blue Bloods," "Losing Leah," "Law and Order," "Law and Order: SVU," "The Knights of Prosperity," "Guiding Light," End of the Line, Robots. David is the songwriter and keyboardist for the rock band, The Misconceptions.

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STAGE CREDITS

[Off-Broadway]
Roundabout Theatre Company Original Off-Broadway Production, 2019
Doug


[Off-Broadway]
Off-Broadway Revival, 2018
Narrator Josh


[Off-Broadway]
World Premiere Production, 2014
Performer


[Broadway]
Broadway Revival, 2014
Thenardier [Replacement]

[Replacement]

[Broadway]
Original Broadway Production, 2012
Performer


[Off-Broadway]
New York Theatre Workshop Production, 2011
Ted


[San Diego, CA (Regional)]
Reading, 2005
Pasha Antipov/Strelnikov


[Broadway]
Stephen Sondheim Tribute Benefit, 2005
Performer


[Broadway]
Broadway Revival, 2004
Yakov


The Fiddler (Understudy)

Motel (Understudy)

Perchik (Understudy)

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[Broadway]
Original Broadway Production, 1997
Quartermaster Robert Hichens [Replacement]

3rd Class Passenger [Replacement]

Bandsman Bricoux [Replacement]

Quartermaster Robert Hichens [Replacement]

3rd Class Passenger [Replacement]

Bandsman Bricoux [Replacement]

Harold Bride (Understudy) [Replacement]

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[Off-Broadway]
Premiere, 2012
Narrator Josh


Productions

 
[Broadway, 1997] [Replacement]
On-Stage Trio[Replacement]

Writing

Composer
Lyricist

Awards and Nominations

Drama Desk Awards - 2013 - Outstanding Book of a Musical

David Rossmer, The Other Josh Cohen

Drama Desk Awards - 2013 - Outstanding Lyrics

David Rossmer, The Other Josh Cohen

Drama Desk Awards - 2013 - Outstanding Music

David Rossmer, The Other Josh Cohen

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News


Broadway Streaming Guide: November 2025- Where to Watch THE ARTIST, New WICKED Special, & More
by Josh Sharpe - Nov 3, 2025

This November, Broadway fans will be treated to lots of new streaming content, including the debut of The Artist, new seasons of Palm Royale and Stranger Things, Downton Abbey, and more. 
Review Roundup: 50 FIRST DATES: THE MUSICAL at the Other Palace
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Sep 29, 2025

See what the critics are saying about 50 First Dates: The Musical! Learn more about the production now playing at the Other Palace Theatre, and read BroadwayWorld's Review Roundup here.
Review: 50 FIRST DATES, The Other Palace
by Louise Penn - Sep 26, 2025

This musical of 50 First Dates tones down a lot of the crude humour found in the film, and produces a very safe piece of entertainment. It's an accomplished work on the whole which should attract fans of the rom-com genre or feel-good musicals in general.
Photos: 50 FIRST DATES: THE MUSICAL is Now Playing at the Other Palace
by Stephi Wild - Sep 22, 2025

All new production photos have been released from the new London musical 50 First Dates, now playing at The Other Palace until 16 November 2025.  Check out the photos here!
Wake Up With BroadwayWorld September 15, 2025
by - Sep 15, 2025

Rise and shine, BroadwayWorld! It is September 15, 2025 and it's time to catch up on all of the theatrical happenings you may have missed in the last 24 hours.
Listen: 'We Are The Griswolds' From THE GRISWOLDS' BROADWAY VACATION
by Stephi Wild - Sep 12, 2025

The first single has been released from the upcoming The Griswolds’ Broadway Vacation: Original Concept Album, the new musical with book, music, and lyrics by Drama Desk Award nominees David Rossmer and Steve Rosen.
Photos: 50 FIRST DATES THE MUSICAL in Rehearsal at The Other Palace
by Stephi Wild - Aug 26, 2025

The new London musical 50 First Dates has released all new rehearsal images ahead of its premiere next month at The Other Palace. Check out the photos here!
Review: Sutton Foster and Kelli O’Hara with The National Symphony Orchestra at Wolf Trap
by Elliot Lanes - Aug 7, 2025

The word legend is tossed around quite a bit when talking about performers. Sometimes it’s true but many times it isn’t. This past Friday evening at Wolf Trap’s Filene Center two true modern day legends of musical theatre took the stage to pay homage to two all-time legends of entertainment.
Review: Sutton Foster and Kelli O'Hara Share a Memorable ONE NIGHT ONLY with the Boston Pops at Tanglewood
by R. Scott Reedy - Jul 23, 2025

Tony Award winners Sutton Foster (“Anything Goes,” “Thoroughly Modern Millie”) and Kelli O’Hara (“The King and I”) – each acclaimed as a Broadway performer and song-and-dance artist of the first order – are also known for solo concert appearances.
Interview: Tony-Winner Kelli O’Hara Talks Taking the Stage with The Grand Rapids Symphony
by Brian Hilbrand - Jul 15, 2025

Broadway favorites come to life in Grand Rapids this summer with Tony Award-winning stars Sutton Foster and Kelli O’Hara, in a one night show with the Grand Rapids Symphony’s Picnic Pops Series: “A Night of Broadway with Sutton Foster and Kelli O’Hara”  The celebrated duo will pay homage to icons of stage and screen, including Julie Andrews and Carol Burnett, as well as fan favorites from their Tony Award-winning and nominated shows. This is a show that the Broadway fan will not want to miss, and it is already the buzz in the theatre community!   Broadway World Michigan had the chance to interview the Tony Award winner, Emmy and Grammy-nominated actress Kelli O’Hara, ahead of the show in Grand Rapids, discuss the show, and get a taste of what we might see!
50 FIRST DATES THE MUSICAL Reveals Full Cast
by Stephi Wild - Jun 30, 2025

The new London musical 50 First Dates has revealed its full cast. The show is coming to The Other Palace this September. Learn more about the cast here!
50 FIRST DATES: THE MUSICAL Will Premiere in London in September
by Stephi Wild - May 13, 2025

50 First Dates: The Musical will open at The Other Palace this September. Performances will run in the Main House from 14 September - 16 November. Learn more about the show here!
Debra Messing and Tituss Burgess to Host The 2025 Drama Desk Awards
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Apr 24, 2025

Stage and screen stars Debra Messing and Tituss Burgess will host the 2025 Annual Drama Desk Awards. Learn more about the Awards and see how to tune in!
Full Cast Set For DRACULA, A COMEDY OF TERRORS at Menier Chocolate Factory
by Stephi Wild - Feb 4, 2025

As rehearsals begin, the Menier Chocolate Factory has announced the full cast for for the UK premiere of Dracula, A Comedy of Terrors by Gordon Greenberg and Steve Rosen.
Review: Kelli O'Hara in Concert at LA Opera
by Andrew Child - Feb 2, 2025

O’Hara has approached the entire evening with such severe gravitas and humble respect that familiar messages seem to land fresh on even jaded ears. How else are we meant to keep singing right now?
James Daly and More Will Lead DRACULA, A COMEDY OF TERRORS at Menier Chocolate Factory
by Stephi Wild - Jan 13, 2025

The Menier Chocolate Factory has announced initial casting for the UK premiere of Dracula, A Comedy of Terrors by Gordon Greenberg and Steve Rosen. Learn more here!
New Musical THE STORK DERBY To Have Developmental Readings At Amas Musical Theatre & Amas Musical Theatre Lab
by A.A. Cristi - Jan 8, 2025

Amas Musical Theatre and the Amas Musical Theatre Lab, will present developmental readings of The Stork Derby, a new musical by David Rossmer, Dan Lipton and Janis Hirsch on Friday, January 17, 2025.
DRACULA, A COMEDY OF TERRORS Makes UK Premiere at the Menier Chocolate Factory
by Stephi Wild - Jan 7, 2025

Menier Chocolate Factory has announced the UK premiere of Dracula, A Comedy of Terrors by Gordon Greenberg and Steve Rosen. Greenberg also directs, returning to the Menier having previously directed The Baker’s Wife and Barnum.
Kerry Butler and Santino Fontana Will Lead THE GRISWOLDS' BROADWAY VACATION Reading
by Stephi Wild - Oct 21, 2024

Kerry Butler and Santino Fontana will lead an upcoming industry reading of The Griswolds' Broadway Vacation.
DRACULA: A COMEDY OF TERRORS Sets Community Pay-What-You-Can & Pride Night Shows
by Blair Ingenthron - Oct 2, 2024

Ensemble Theatre Company of Santa Barbara has announced two special performances for the first production of its 2024/2025 season, the Off-Broadway hit comedy with plenty of bite, DRACULA: A COMEDY OF TERRORS, written by Gordon Greenberg & Steve Rosen and directed by Jamie Torcellini.

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

How many Broadway shows has David Rossmer been in?

David Rossmer has appeared on Broadway in 5 shows.

How many West End shows has David Rossmer been in?

David Rossmer has not appeared in the West End.

What awards has David Rossmer been nominated for?

Outstanding Book of a Musical (Drama Desk Awards) for The Other Josh Cohen, Outstanding Lyrics (Drama Desk Awards) for The Other Josh Cohen and Outstanding Music (Drama Desk Awards) for The Other Josh Cohen.

How many shows has David Rossmer written?

David Rossmer has written 2 shows including The Other Josh Cohen (Author), Rated P for Parenthood (Composer).

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