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David Schwimmer

Birth Place: Astoria, NY, USA

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BIO

Best known playing Ross on the sitcom Friends, David Schwimmer appeared on Broadway in The Caine Mutiny Court-Martial and is a member of Chicago's Lookingglass Theatre. He recently starred in their production of Our Town. He also directed the Off-Broadway production of Stephen Belber's Fault Lines.


David Schwimmer directed Little Britain USA for HBO and acted in the film Nothing But The Truth for Rod Lurie. He is the co-founder of Chicago's Lookingglass Theatre Company where he has acted in or directed many productions, including The Master and Margarita, West, Eye of the Beholder, The Odyssey, The Idiot, The Arabian Nights, and his adaptations of Studs Terkel's book RACE and Upton Sinclair's The Jungle. He starred in the Los Angeles premieres of Roger Kumble's D Girl and Turnaround, Warren Leight's Glimmer Brothers at Williamstown Theatre Festival, and Neil LaBute's Some Girl(s) in London as well as The Caine Mutiny Court Martial on Broadway. Notable television and film credits include Madagascar I & II, Duane Hopwood, Big Nothing, Band of Brothers, "Curb Your Enthusiasm," Six Days Seven Nights, Apt Pupil, The Pallbearer and the series Friends, for which he received an Emmy Award nomination for Outstanding Supporting Actor. His film debut as a director is the UK hit comedy Run, Fat Boy, Run, starring Simon Pegg, Thandie Newton and Hank Azaria.

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STAGE CREDITS

[Off-Broadway]
Playwrights Horizons Production, 2012
Performer


[Broadway]
Broadway Revival, 2006
Lt. Barney Greenwald


Productions

 
[Off-Broadway, 2014]
Director

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News


Cynthia Erivo, John Lithgow, & More Receive Children’s & Family Emmy Nominations- See the Full List
by Josh Sharpe - Nov 19, 2025

The National Academy of Television Arts & Sciences has unveiled the nominations for the 4th Children's & Family Emmy Awards, which include Cynthia Erivo, John Lithgow, Joe Locke, Ana Gasteyer, and more. Check out the full list here.
Tickets on Sale for FOOTLOOSE at The Dolphin Show at Northwestern University
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Oct 24, 2025

The Dolphin Show at Northwestern University has revealed that tickets will go on sale on November 3rd for its 83rd production, Footloose. Learn more here!
Center Theatre Group Reveals 2025/26 LA Writers' Workshop and LA Artist Residencies
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Oct 24, 2025

Center Theatre Group is offering a slate of artistic programming that helps identify and support the next generation of great plays and playwrights. Learn more!
Nick Mohammed Brings SHOW PONY To Bradford Live
by Stephi Wild - Oct 16, 2025

Star of The Celebrity Traitors, Taskmaster and Ted Lasso, NICK MOHAMMED will bring his critically acclaimed alter-ego MR. SWALLOW to Bradford Live next year. Learn more here!
Interview: Ash Davis of MILLENNIUM at Shadowbox Live!
by Paul Batterson - Jun 2, 2025

As we (Millennials) have all entered our 30s and 40s, we’ve stopped caring about what people think is cool and we dive into whatever we want. We aren't embarrassed by ourselves anymore.” Ash Davis, co-writer of MILLENNIUM
Writers Theatre Raises Record-Breaking Funds at Annual WordPlay Gala
by Chloe Rabinowitz - May 20, 2025

Writers Theatre Board of Trustees welcomed 250 corporate and civic leaders for its annual WordPlay Gala. Learn more about the gala and the funds it raised here!
Cindy Crawford, Jennifer Garner, Billy Porter & More Unite With Holocaust Survivors For A New Portrait Series & Exhibit
by A.A. Cristi - Apr 15, 2025

In response to the alarming resurgence of antisemitism and widespread misinformation about the Holocaust, BORROWED SPOTLIGHT – a powerful new portrait series and exhibition in NYC – is bringing together Holocaust survivors and some of today's most recognizable figures from the media, fashion and entertainment worlds to amplify their stories. 
Photos: Billy Porter & More Unite with Holocaust Survivors for 'Borrowed Spotlight' Series
by Josh Sharpe - Apr 15, 2025

BORROWED SPOTLIGHT, a new portrait series and exhibition in NYC, is bringing together Holocaust survivors and some of today’s most recognizable figures from media, including Billy Porter, Jennifer Garner, and more.
Adam Shapiro Comes to Feinstein's in Carmel
by Stephi Wild - Mar 20, 2025

Adam Shapiro. an award-winning actor and singer, one who has performed all over the country and the world, will perform up close and personal in the intimate setting that is Feinstein's inside The Hotel Carmichael in Carmel. 
John Wesley Shipp Headlines THE CAINE MUTINY COURT-MARTIAL at Judson Theatre Company
by Stephi Wild - Feb 20, 2025

Emmy Award winner John Wesley Shipp will play Captain Queeg in Judson Theatre Company's April production of Herman Wouk's “The Caine Mutiny Court-Martial..' Learn more here!
Lookingglass Theatre Company Unveils Expanded Lobby and Dedicates The Joan and Paul Mainstage Theatre
by Stephi Wild - Jan 29, 2025

Chicago’s Tony Award-winning Lookingglass Theatre Company held a ribbon cutting ceremony at the Water Tower Water Works earlier this month. Learn more here!
Photos: On the Red Carpet at EUREKA DAY Opening Night
by Bruce Glikas - Dec 18, 2024

Eureka Day by Jonathan Spector, directed by Tony Award winner Anna D. Shapiro, is now officially open on Broadway. BroadwayWorld was there at opening night and you can check out photos from the red carpet here!
David Schwimmer and James Oh Join Lookingglass Theatre Company Board
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Nov 25, 2024

After pausing its operations last year to reorganize and create a new business model, Chicago’s Tony-Award winning Lookingglass Theatre Company is welcoming two new Board members as it prepares to reopen January 30, 2025. Learn more!
Photo: GOOSEBUMPS: THE VANISHING Sets Premiere Date
by Josh Sharpe - Oct 8, 2024

The subtitle and premiere date for the Disney Branded Television series “Goosebumps: The Vanishing” has been announced in celebration of R.L. Stine’s birthday. Also, take a look at the new art featuring David Schwimmer!
The Dolphin Show to Present 82nd Annual Production CINDERELLA
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Sep 20, 2024

The Dolphin Show at Northwestern University will present its 82nd production, Rodgers and Hammerstein’s CINDERELLA. The nation's largest student-produced musical will take place this winter. Learn how to purchase tickets.
Nick Mohammed's A CHRISTMAS CAROL (ISH) Will Transfer to the West End
by Stephi Wild - Sep 16, 2024

Berk’s Nest and double Emmy award-nominated actor, comedian, and writer Nick Mohammed have announced that the iconic character of Mr. Swallow is preparing to spread Christmas cheer once again as a brand-new version of the ensemble comedy A Christmas Carol (ish) transfers to the West End this Winter.
HOLLYWOOD OR BUST Comes to Feinstein's at Hotel Carmichael
by Stephi Wild - Aug 26, 2024

On Saturday, September 21, Feinstein's at Hotel Carmichael will welcome the award-winning performer and Indianapolis native Adam B. Shapiro as he performs his brand new show -  HOLLYWOOD OR BUST: Songs of the Silver Screen.  
Heather Tyson's TITLE PENDING Will Make its San Francisco Debut
by Stephi Wild - Aug 5, 2024

Heather Tyson, now a multiple award-winning Solo Artist, is bringing her acclaimed solo show, TITLE PENDING, to Playground SF's FREE-PLAY FESTIVAL on August 17, 23 and 24.
Heather Tyson's TITLE PENDING Will Return to the Whitefire Theatre as BEST OF FEST Selection
by Stephi Wild - Jul 8, 2024

Heather Tyson, now a multiple award-winning Solo Artist, will return to the Whitefire Theatre with her acclaimed solo show, TITLE PENDING, on Sunday, July 14 at 5pm PT.
FRIENDS: THE COMPLETE SERIES Will Come to 4K ULTRA HD for the First Time Ever
by Josh Sharpe - May 30, 2024

In celebration of the 30th anniversary of one of television’s most watched sitcoms, Warner Bros. Discovery Home Entertainment will release FRIENDS: The Complete Series in 4K Ultra HD on September 24, 2024. This ultimate collector’s set for any FRIENDS fan includes over 110 hours of content – including all 236 original broadcast episodes released for the first time in 4K Ultra HD, plus over 20 hours of extra features including all-new bonus content.

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

How many Broadway shows has David Schwimmer been in?

David Schwimmer has appeared on Broadway in 1 shows.

How many West End shows has David Schwimmer been in?

David Schwimmer has not appeared in the West End.

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