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BIO

Neumann's work has been seen in An Octoroon and Futurity (Soho Rep), Underground Railroad Game (Ars Nova), Hagoromo (Wendy Whelan, Jock Soto) and Home (BAM), The Antipodes (Signature Theatre).

He has been a collaborator and performer with Laurie Anderson, Big Dance Theater, Mikhail Baryshnikov, Doug Elkins. As a director, he has worked on The Object Lesson (NYTW, BAM). Recipient of three Bessie Awards for dance/performance, nominee for two Lucille Lortel and one Helen Hayes Award for choreography.

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STAGE CREDITS

[Off-Broadway]
2009
Performer

[Off-Broadway]
Original Off-Broadway Production, 2007
B

[Off-Broadway]
1989
Belarius

[Off-Broadway]
1979
Child

Productions

 
[Broadway, 2026]
Choreographer
 
[West End, 2025]
Choreographer
 
[Broadway, 2024]
Choreographer
 
[Off-Broadway, 2024]
Movement
 
[Off-Broadway, 2022]
Choreographer
 
[US Tour, 2021]
Choreographer
 
[Broadway, 2019]
Choreography
 
[West End, 2018]
Choreographer
 
[Off-Broadway, 2017]
Choreographer
 
[Off-Broadway, 2017]
Director
 
[Off-Broadway, 2016]
Movement Consultant
 
[Off-Broadway, 2016]
Choreographer
 
[Off-Broadway, 2016]
Choreographer
 
[Off-Broadway, 2014]
Choreographer
 
[Off-Broadway, 2006]
Choreographer
 
[Off-Broadway, 2005]
Choreographer
 
[Off-Broadway, 2004]
Choreographer
 
[Off-Broadway, 2003]
Choreographer

Awards and Nominations


winner
Obie Awards - 2020 - Special Citation

David NeumannDistances Smaller Than This Are Not Confirmed

Drama Desk Awards - 2019 - Outstanding Choreography

David Neumann, Hadestown

Outer Critics Circle Awards - 2019 - Outstanding Choreographer

David Neumann, Hadestown

Tony Awards - 2019 - Best Choreography

David Neumann, Hadestown

The Lortels - 2017 - Outstanding Choreographer

David Neumann, Hadestown

The Lortels - 2017 - Outstanding Choreographer

David Neumann, The Total Bent

The Lortels - 2016 - Outstanding Choreographer

David NeumannFUTURITY

Videos

News


The Old Globe Launches Search for San Diego Musicians to Open BEGIN AGAIN
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Jun 11, 2026

The Old Globe is seeking San Diego singers and musicians to perform at Begin Again: San Diego Sessions, a free outdoor community music event tied to the world premiere pre-Broadway engagement of the new musical.
Video: First Look At Star Raúl Esparza In New GALILEO Teaser
by A.A. Cristi - Jun 10, 2026

An all new teaser has been released for the upcoming Broadway production of Galileo, the new musical inspired by the life of Galileo Galilei. The teaser gives fans a first look at star Raúl Esparza in the role of the famed astronomer, as well as a first impression of the score. Watch the video!
Broadway 2026/27: Season Preview: Upcoming Premieres and Star-Studded Revivals
by Sidney Paterra - Jun 13, 2026

2026 is halfway over, which means that the 2026/27 Broadway season has just begun! Now that the 79th Annual Tony Awards have concluded, all eyes are already on the lineup for the new Broadway season and many Broadway productions have already revealed full details of their upcoming engagements.
Video: HADESTOWN: THE MUSICAL Debuts Trailer for New Film Version
by Josh Sharpe - Jun 9, 2026

​​Following its world premiere at Tribeca Festival on Monday, the official trailer is here for the live theater capture of the Tony Award-winning hit musical Hadestown. Check it out now.
Video: GALILEO Trailer Featuring Raúl Esparza and the Voice of Neil deGrasse Tyson
by Stephi Wild - Jun 1, 2026

An all new trailer has been released for the upcoming Broadway production of Galileo, the new musical inspired by the life of Galileo Galilei. Check out the video here!
Raúl Esparza-Led GALILEO Reveals Creative Team and Ticket Sale Dates; Plus New Art
by Stephi Wild - May 18, 2026

The complete creative team and ticket sale dates have been set for Galileo, the new musical inspired by the life of Galileo Galilei. Learn more about the show and how to get tickets here!
HADESTOWN in London Extends to June 2027
by Stephi Wild - May 15, 2026

The Tony and Grammy Award-winning musical HADESTOWN has extended its run at London's Lyric Theatre, with over 140,000 new tickets now on sale. The West End production is currently in its third year.
Photos: Darren Criss, Anaïs Mitchell, and More at the Atlantic Theater Company's 40th Anniversary Gala
by Stephi Wild - Apr 28, 2026

Stars of stage and screen lit up The Plaza to help the historic Atlantic Theater Company celebrate 40 years of empowering new voices in the industry and championing diverse and bold pieces of theater. Check out photos from the event here!
WILD WORKS: PUPPETRY ON THE EDGE Series Launches at wild project in May
by A.A. Cristi - Apr 8, 2026

wild project will present WILD WORKS: PUPPETRY ON THE EDGE, a new puppetry series curated by Amanda Card, on May 6th in New York City, featuring performances from Nick Lehane, Maiko Kikuchi, Marcella Murray, and Purser & Amanda Card.
92NY to Debut SUPERBLOOM by Jodi Melnick and Sara Mearns in March 2026
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Mar 10, 2026

92NY will present the world premiere of SUPERBLOOM, a collaborative dance performance by Jodi Melnick and Sara Mearns, on March 27 and 28, 2026. The event will also be available for streaming.
Photos: HADESTOWN New West End Cast in Rehearsal
by Stephi Wild - Feb 19, 2026

All new rehearsal photos have been released ahead of a host of new faces joining the cast of Hadestown from 10 March 2026 at the Lyric Theatre, London, as the critically acclaimed production heads into its third year in the West End.
The Chocolate Factory Theater Will Present YOUR GHOST BODY in February 2026
by A.A. Cristi - Feb 17, 2026

The Chocolate Factory Theater will host Karinne Keithley Syers' new production, YOUR GHOST BODY, starting February 2026. This innovative performance explores themes of presence and absence through a unique theatrical experience.
GALILEO Will Open on Broadway This Fall, Starring Raúl Esparza, Jeremy Kushnier and Joy Woods
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Feb 10, 2026

Producers Amanda Lipitz, Henry Tisch and Jordan Roth announced today that Galileo, the new musical inspired by the life of Galileo Galilei, will begin preview performances on November 10 at the Shubert Theatre. Opening night is set for Sunday evening, December 6.  
Photos: See New Images of the North American Tour of HADESTOWN
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Feb 4, 2026

New production photos have been released of the North American Tour of Hadestown! The cast features Nickolaus Colón, Jose Contreras, Hawa Kamara and more.
Rachel Adedeji, Clive Rowe, and More Join HADESTOWN in London
by Stephi Wild - Jan 26, 2026

From 10 March 2026, a host of new faces will join the cast of Hadestown at the Lyric Theatre, London as the critically acclaimed production heads into its third year in the West End. 
Norbert Leo Butz and More to Star in THE RECIPE at La Jolla Playhouse
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Jan 7, 2026

La Jolla Playhouse has revealed the cast and creative team for its world-premiere production of The Recipe, by Tony Award nominee Claudia Shear. The production will star Norbert Leo Butz and more.
Daniel Breaker Joins HADESTOWN West End Cast
by Stephi Wild - Dec 22, 2025

Broadway and television star Daniel Breaker will play Hermes in the West End production of Hadestown from 29 December 2025. Learn more about Breaker here!
Joy Wielkens Will Join the West End Cast of HADESTOWN
by Stephi Wild - Dec 10, 2025

Dutch actor and singer Joy Wielkens will join the critically acclaimed West End production of Hadestown as Persephone from 20 January until 8 March 2026. Learn more here!
BEGIN AGAIN Musical Will Premiere in San Diego in 2026 Ahead of Broadway Run
by Stephi Wild - Nov 12, 2025

The new musical Begin Again, inspired by the Academy Award nominated film written and directed by John Carney, will have its pre-Broadway engagement next year.
Photos: Nicola Roberts and More in HADESTOWN in London
by Stephi Wild - Oct 1, 2025

New production photos have been released of the West End production of  Hadestown, featuring BRIT Award-winning Girls Aloud star Nicola Roberts as Persephone.

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

What awards has David Neumann been nominated for?

Special Citation (Obie Awards) for Distances Smaller Than This Are Not Confirmed, Outstanding Choreography (Drama Desk Awards) for Hadestown, Outstanding Choreographer (Outer Critics Circle Awards) for Hadestown, Best Choreography (Tony Awards) for Hadestown, Outstanding Choreographer (The Lortels) for Hadestown, Outstanding Choreographer (The Lortels) for The Total Bent and Outstanding Choreographer (The Lortels) for FUTURITY.

What awards has David Neumann won?

David Neumann won a Special Citation from the Obie Awards for his work in Distances Smaller Than This Are Not Confirmed.

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