David Scala
David Scala is an award-winning playwright and filmmaker who received his BFA from New York University’s Tisch School of the Arts in Film Production. His four short films have screened and won top prizes at over 50 film festivals nationally and abroad, including the Palm Spring International ShortFest and Boston LGBT Film Festival.
Latest News on David Scala:
- Photo Flash: First Look at AMONG THE FURIES at FringeNYCOct 17, 2018
- AMONG THE FURIES Comes to FringeNYCSep 17, 2018
- Inaugural NEW WORKS FESTIVAL Begins This MayMay 22, 2018
BIO
David Scala is an award-winning playwright and filmmaker who received his BFA from New York University’s Tisch School of the Arts in Film Production. His four short films have screened and won top prizes at over 50 film festivals nationally and abroad, including the Palm Spring International ShortFest and Boston LGBT Film Festival. Mr. Scala was awarded Outstanding Emerging Talent as writer & director for his short film, Grotto (FilmOUT San Diego 2013).
As a screenwriter, he was a finalist for the Sundance Sloan Screenwriting Lab, Hamptons Film Festival Screenwriter’s Lab and the NYU/Sloan Feature Film Award. He was also a finalist for the 2016 Jameson First Shot film competition, hosted by Kevin Spacey and Maggie Gyllehnaal.
In 2017, Mr. Scala made his playwrighting and stage directing debut with his play AMONG THE FURIES, based off his own unproduced screenplay of the same name, at the New York Summerfest Theater Festival. The play went on to win Best Play in the festival, as well as Best Actress and Best Set Design. Mr. Scala is currently developing multiple film and theatrical projects.
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Photo Flash: First Look at AMONG THE FURIES at FringeNYC
by Stephi Wild - Oct 17, 2018
The New York International Fringe Festival (FringeNYC) a production of The Present Company presents Among the Furies, a new play about secrets and social class written and directed by David Scala. A cast of four includes Trevor St. John-Gilbert, Claire Ganshert, Shawn Thomas Diefenbach and Yani Mari. Among the Furies is being staged at FringeHUB, 685 Washington Street (between Charles and Perry Streets) in NYC's West Village for five performances from October 17-27, 2018.
by Stephi Wild - Oct 17, 2018
The New York International Fringe Festival (FringeNYC) a production of The Present Company presents Among the Furies, a new play about secrets and social class written and directed by David Scala. A cast of four includes Trevor St. John-Gilbert, Claire Ganshert, Shawn Thomas Diefenbach and Yani Mari. Among the Furies is being staged at FringeHUB, 685 Washington Street (between Charles and Perry Streets) in NYC's West Village for five performances from October 17-27, 2018.
AMONG THE FURIES Comes to FringeNYC
by Julie Musbach - Sep 17, 2018
The New York International Fringe Festival (FringeNYC) a production of The Present Company presents Among the Furies, a new play about secrets and social class written and directed by David Scala. A cast of four includes Trevor St. John-Gilbert, Claire Ganshert, Shawn Thomas Diefenbach and Yani Mari. Among the Furies is being staged at FringeHUB, 685 Washington Street (between Charles and Perry Streets) in NYC's West Village for five performances from October 17-27, 2018.
by Julie Musbach - Sep 17, 2018
The New York International Fringe Festival (FringeNYC) a production of The Present Company presents Among the Furies, a new play about secrets and social class written and directed by David Scala. A cast of four includes Trevor St. John-Gilbert, Claire Ganshert, Shawn Thomas Diefenbach and Yani Mari. Among the Furies is being staged at FringeHUB, 685 Washington Street (between Charles and Perry Streets) in NYC's West Village for five performances from October 17-27, 2018.
Inaugural NEW WORKS FESTIVAL Begins This May
by BWW News Desk - May 22, 2018
Garry Marshall Theatre presents the Inaugural New Works Festival featuring readings of eight new plays over four days, May 22, 23, 29 and 30, with readings at 4pm and 8pm.
by BWW News Desk - May 22, 2018
Garry Marshall Theatre presents the Inaugural New Works Festival featuring readings of eight new plays over four days, May 22, 23, 29 and 30, with readings at 4pm and 8pm.
Inaugural NEW WORKS FESTIVAL Begins This May
by A.A. Cristi - Apr 24, 2018
Garry Marshall Theatre presents the Inaugural New Works Festival featuring readings of eight new plays over four days, May 22, 23, 29 and 30, with readings at 4pm and 8pm.
by A.A. Cristi - Apr 24, 2018
Garry Marshall Theatre presents the Inaugural New Works Festival featuring readings of eight new plays over four days, May 22, 23, 29 and 30, with readings at 4pm and 8pm.
AMONG THE FURIES Wins New York Summerfest Theater Festival; Full List!
by BWW News Desk - Oct 6, 2017
AMONG THE FURIES, written & directed by DAVID SCALA, took home the top playwriting prize Tuesday night at New York City's Hudson Guild Theatre, during the New York Summerfest Theater Festival's closing night award ceremony. The play also won Best Actress for Claire Ganshert, and Best Set Design by Andrew McCourt.
by BWW News Desk - Oct 6, 2017
AMONG THE FURIES, written & directed by DAVID SCALA, took home the top playwriting prize Tuesday night at New York City's Hudson Guild Theatre, during the New York Summerfest Theater Festival's closing night award ceremony. The play also won Best Actress for Claire Ganshert, and Best Set Design by Andrew McCourt.
David Scala's AMONG THE FURIES to Premiere at New York Theatre Festival
by BWW News Desk - Aug 8, 2017
AMONG THE FURIES, written by David Scala, an award-winning filmmaker making his playwriting debut, will have its World Premiere at the New York Theatre Festival.
by BWW News Desk - Aug 8, 2017
AMONG THE FURIES, written by David Scala, an award-winning filmmaker making his playwriting debut, will have its World Premiere at the New York Theatre Festival.
David Scala's AMONG THE FURIES to Premiere at New York Theatre Festival
by BWW News Desk - Jul 31, 2017
AMONG THE FURIES, written by David Scala, an award-winning filmmaker making his playwriting debut, will have its World Premiere at the New York Theatre Festival.
by BWW News Desk - Jul 31, 2017
AMONG THE FURIES, written by David Scala, an award-winning filmmaker making his playwriting debut, will have its World Premiere at the New York Theatre Festival.
Faith Prince & More Sign on for PURSUIT OF HAPPINESS Reading
by Nicole Rosky - Jun 10, 2016
The Pursuit of Happiness, an independent television pilot, will soon get a closed NYC reading. The project is produced by Katherine Paige and directed by David Scala, with a story by Gavin Lodge and Wayne Wilcox.?
by Nicole Rosky - Jun 10, 2016
The Pursuit of Happiness, an independent television pilot, will soon get a closed NYC reading. The project is produced by Katherine Paige and directed by David Scala, with a story by Gavin Lodge and Wayne Wilcox.?
Boston's IRNE Awards Honors York, Paulus, Leon et al.
by Jessica Lewis - Apr 22, 2010
On Monday, April 19, the Boston Center for the Arts Cyclorama hosted the 2009-2010 IRNE Awards ceremony, honoring the best in Boston theater. A party for all of the nominees was held from 7-8 p.m. followed by the awards ceremony. Many Broadway names were honored, including actress Rachel York and directors Diane Paulus and Kenny Leon.
by Jessica Lewis - Apr 22, 2010
On Monday, April 19, the Boston Center for the Arts Cyclorama hosted the 2009-2010 IRNE Awards ceremony, honoring the best in Boston theater. A party for all of the nominees was held from 7-8 p.m. followed by the awards ceremony. Many Broadway names were honored, including actress Rachel York and directors Diane Paulus and Kenny Leon.
Paulus, York, Bwarie, Topol Among 2009 IRNE Nominees
by BWW News Desk - Feb 16, 2010
The Independent Reviewers of New England (IRNE), a panel of critics from media outlets around the state of Massachusetts, have announced the nominees for the IRNE Awards honoring the best of the 2009 Theatre Season.
by BWW News Desk - Feb 16, 2010
The Independent Reviewers of New England (IRNE), a panel of critics from media outlets around the state of Massachusetts, have announced the nominees for the IRNE Awards honoring the best of the 2009 Theatre Season.
Reagle Players Earn 14 IRNE Nominations Including Best Actor and Actress Nods for David Engel, Jamie Ross and Rachel York
by Jan Nargi - Feb 12, 2010
2009 season salute to Lifetime Achievement Award winning composer Jerry Herman included productions of 'Hello, Dolly!' 'Mame' and 'La Cage aux Folles'
by Jan Nargi - Feb 12, 2010
2009 season salute to Lifetime Achievement Award winning composer Jerry Herman included productions of 'Hello, Dolly!' 'Mame' and 'La Cage aux Folles'
Reagle's Summer Salute to Jerry Herman Ends With Ross and Engel in LA CAGE
by BWW News Desk - Aug 22, 2009
Jamie Ross and David Engel headline the third and final show of the summer salute to Jerry Herman by the Waltham, MA based company. The entire summer has been a tribute to Herman and his musicals.
by BWW News Desk - Aug 22, 2009
Jamie Ross and David Engel headline the third and final show of the summer salute to Jerry Herman by the Waltham, MA based company. The entire summer has been a tribute to Herman and his musicals.
Photo Coverage: LA CAGE Opening Night at Reagle Players
by Jan Nargi - Aug 15, 2009
The Reagle Players in Waltham, Massachusetts celebrate opening night of 'La Cage Aux Folles'
by Jan Nargi - Aug 15, 2009
The Reagle Players in Waltham, Massachusetts celebrate opening night of 'La Cage Aux Folles'
Reagle's Summer Salute to Jerry Herman Ends With Ross and Engel in LA CAGE; Previews 8/13
by BWW News Desk - Aug 14, 2009
Jamie Ross and David Engel headline the third and final show of the summer salute to Jerry Herman by the Waltham, MA based company. The entire summer has been a tribute to Herman and his musicals.
by BWW News Desk - Aug 14, 2009
Jamie Ross and David Engel headline the third and final show of the summer salute to Jerry Herman by the Waltham, MA based company. The entire summer has been a tribute to Herman and his musicals.
Reagle's Summer Salute to Jerry Herman Ends With Ross and Engel in LA CAGE; Previews 8/13
by BWW News Desk - Aug 13, 2009
Jamie Ross and David Engel headline the third and final show of the summer salute to Jerry Herman by the Waltham, MA based company. The entire summer has been a tribute to Herman and his musicals.
by BWW News Desk - Aug 13, 2009
Jamie Ross and David Engel headline the third and final show of the summer salute to Jerry Herman by the Waltham, MA based company. The entire summer has been a tribute to Herman and his musicals.
Reagle's Summer Salute to Jerry Herman Ends With Ross and Engel in LA CAGE; Previews 8/13
by Gabrielle Sierra - Aug 12, 2009
Jamie Ross and David Engel headline the third and final show of the summer salute to Jerry Herman by the Waltham, MA based company. The entire summer has been a tribute to Herman and his musicals.
by Gabrielle Sierra - Aug 12, 2009
Jamie Ross and David Engel headline the third and final show of the summer salute to Jerry Herman by the Waltham, MA based company. The entire summer has been a tribute to Herman and his musicals.
Waltham's Reagle Players Presents Their 41st Salute To Jerry Herman 6/18-6/27
by BWW News Desk - Jun 18, 2009
For its 41st consecutive summer season, Waltham's Reagle Players presents a Salute to Jerry Herman ! Three of Herman's master musicals constitute the entire season.
by BWW News Desk - Jun 18, 2009
For its 41st consecutive summer season, Waltham's Reagle Players presents a Salute to Jerry Herman ! Three of Herman's master musicals constitute the entire season.
Waltham's Reagle Players Presents Their 41st Salute To Jerry Herman 6/18-6/27
by Gabrielle Sierra - May 18, 2009
For its 41st consecutive summer season, Waltham's Reagle Players presents a Salute to Jerry Herman ! Three of Herman's master musicals constitute the entire season.
by Gabrielle Sierra - May 18, 2009
For its 41st consecutive summer season, Waltham's Reagle Players presents a Salute to Jerry Herman ! Three of Herman's master musicals constitute the entire season.
Photo Coverage: Drama League 'A MUSICAL CELEBRATION OF BROADWAY' Gala
by Linda Lenzi - Feb 5, 2009
Each year, The Drama League's one-night-only gala concert at NYC's famed Rainbow Room boasts an incredible roster of Broadway's biggest and brightest stars, performing favorite songs from Broadway seasons past and present. The musical revue is the highlight of The Drama League's annual benefit gala at Rockefeller Center's breathtaking Rainbow Room.
by Linda Lenzi - Feb 5, 2009
Each year, The Drama League's one-night-only gala concert at NYC's famed Rainbow Room boasts an incredible roster of Broadway's biggest and brightest stars, performing favorite songs from Broadway seasons past and present. The musical revue is the highlight of The Drama League's annual benefit gala at Rockefeller Center's breathtaking Rainbow Room.
FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS
How many Broadway shows has David Scala been in?
David Scala has appeared on Broadway in 3 shows.
How many West End shows has David Scala been in?
David Scala has not appeared in the West End
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