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BIO

David Ives is probably best known for his evenings of one-act comedies called All in the Timing and Time Flies. All in the Timing won the Outer Critics Circle Playwriting Award, ran for two years Off-Broadway, and in the 1995-96 season was the most performed play in the country after Shakespeare productions. His full-length plays include The School For Lies (adapted from Moliere's The Misanthrope and a major hit at New York's Classic Stage Company last spring); The Heir Apparent (an adaptation of J-F Regnard's comedy that was an audience and critical hit at the Shakespeare Theatre Company in Washington, D.C. this past fall); New Jerusalem: The Interrogation of Baruch de Spinoza, which won the prestigious Hull-Warriner Award; Is He Dead? (adapted from Mark Twain); White Christmas; Polish Joke; and Ancient History. He has translated Feydeau's classic farce A Flea in Her Ear, Yazmina Reza's drama A Spanish Play, and Pierre Corneille's 1643 comedy The Liar (also an enormous hit at the Shakespeare Theatre Company two years ago). David Ives is the author of three young-adult novels: Monsieur Eek, Scrib, andVoss, and he has adapted 32 American musicals for New York City's beloved Encores! series. A graduate of the Yale School of Drama and a former Guggenheim Fellow in playwriting, he lives in New York City.

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Productions

Irving Berlin's White ChristmasIrving Berlin's White Christmas
 
[US Tour, 2018] [Replacement]
Book[Replacement]
Lives of the SaintsLives of the Saints
 
[Off-Broadway, 2015]
Writer
White ChristmasWhite Christmas
 
[West End, 2014]
Book
The Heir ApparentThe Heir Apparent
 
[Off-Broadway, 2014]
Adaptor
Finian's RainbowFinian's Rainbow
 
[Broadway, 2009]
Script Adaptation
On the TownOn the Town
 
[Off-Broadway, 2008]
Adaptation
Face the Music
 
[Off-Broadway, 2007]
Adaptation
A Spanish Play
 
[Off-Broadway, 2007]
Adaptation
Of Thee I Sing
 
[Off-Broadway, 2006]
Adaptation
Kismet
 
[Off-Broadway, 2006]
Adaptation
South Pacific
 
[Off-Broadway, 2005]
Adaptation
A Tree Grows in Brooklyn
 
[Off-Broadway, 2005]
Adaptation
Bye Bye Birdie
 
[Off-Broadway, 2004]
Adaptation
Pardon My English
 
[Off-Broadway, 2004]
Adaptation
The New Moon
 
[Off-Broadway, 2003]
Adaptation
Dance of the Vampires
 
[Broadway, 2002]
Book Revisions
The Pajama Game
 
[Off-Broadway, 2002]
Adaptation
Bloomer Girl
 
[Off-Broadway, 2001]
Adaptation
A Connecticut Yankee
 
[Off-Broadway, 2001]
Adaptation
Wonderful Town
 
[Off-Broadway, 2000]
Adaptation
On a Clear Day You Can See Forever
 
[Off-Broadway, 2000]
Adaptation
Do Re Mi
 
[Off-Broadway, 1999]
Adaptation
Strike Up the Band
 
[Off-Broadway, 1998]
Adaptation
The Boys from Syracuse
 
[Off-Broadway, 1997]
Adaptation
Du Barry Was A Lady
 
[Off-Broadway, 1996]
Adaptation
Out of this World
 
[Off-Broadway, 1995]
Adaptation

Writing

Polish Joke
Playwright
Five Very Live
Playwright
The Red Address
Playwright
Venus in Fur
Playwright
Bookwriter
The Liar
Writer
Is He Dead?
Playwright

Awards and Nominations


winner
Drama Desk Awards - 2017 - Outstanding Adaptation

David Ives, The Liar

Helen Hayes Awards - 2012 - The Charles MacArthur Award for Outstanding New Play or Musical

David IvesHeir Apparent

Tony Awards - 2012 - Best Play

David Ives, Venus in Fur


winner
Helen Hayes Awards - 2011 - The Charles MacArthur Award for Outstanding New Play or Musical

David IvesThe Liar


winner
Outer Critics Circle Awards - 1994 - John Gassner Playwriting Award

David Ives, All in the Timing

Drama Desk Awards - 1993 - Outstanding Play

David Ives, All in the Timing

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Review: IRVING BERLIN'S WHITE CHRISTMAS at Theatre Under The Stars Photo
Review: IRVING BERLIN'S WHITE CHRISTMAS at Theatre Under The Stars
by Brett Cullum - Dec 12, 2025

Going into Irving Berlin’s WHITE CHRISTMAS, you already know what you are in for. Most people have seen the film starring Bing Crosby, Danny Kaye, Rosemary Clooney, and Vera-Ellen, released in 1954.
Video: Britney Coleman Sings 'Love, You Didn’t Do Right By Me' in IRVING BERLIN’ Photo
Video: Britney Coleman Sings 'Love, You Didn’t Do Right By Me' in IRVING BERLIN’S WHITE CHRISTMAS
by Joshua Wright - Dec 11, 2025

Watch Britney Coleman as Betty Haynes performing 'Love, You Didn’t Do Right By Me' from Broadway at Music Circus' production of Irving Berlin's White Christmas. The production stars Jason Gotay, Britney Coleman, Michael Starr, Keely Beirne, Nathaniel Stampley, Aniya Simone, Andrew Eckert, Gerry McIntyre, and Omari Tau, with Vicki Lewis.
Video: 'Happy Holiday!' from WHITE CHRISTMAS at Ogunquit Playhouse Photo
Video: 'Happy Holiday!' from WHITE CHRISTMAS at Ogunquit Playhouse
by Joshua Wright - Dec 11, 2025

Get a first look at Ogunquit Playhouse's production of Irving Berlin’s White Christmas The Musical, with music and lyrics by Irving Berlin and a book by David Ives and Paul Blake. Directed by Mary Giattino, recreating original choreography by Tony Award Nominee Randy Skinner. Performances run through December 21, 2025 at The Music Hall.
Video: 'Let Me Sing and I'm Happy' from Goodspeed's WHITE CHRISTMAS Photo
Video: 'Let Me Sing and I'm Happy' from Goodspeed's WHITE CHRISTMAS
by Joshua Wright - Dec 11, 2025

Watch Aurelia Williams belt out Let Me Sing and I'm Happy' from Goodspeed's White Christmas, the final production of the 2025 season. Based on the film of the same name, this holiday musical makes its Goodspeed debut through December 28 at The Goodspeed.
Review: WHITE CHRISTMAS at Turner Theater Photo
Review: WHITE CHRISTMAS at Turner Theater
by Carolan Trbovich - Dec 9, 2025

What did our critic think of WHITE CHRISTMAS at Turner Theater?
Photos: IRVING BERLIN’S WHITE CHRISTMAS Returns To Theatre Under The Stars Photo
Photos: IRVING BERLIN’S WHITE CHRISTMAS Returns To Theatre Under The Stars
by A.A. Cristi - Dec 9, 2025

Theatre Under The Stars will stage Irving Berlin’s White Christmas in Houston, offering audiences a new production of the musical based on the 1954 film. Check out photos of the production.
Review: It's a WHITE CHRISTMAS at Broadway At Music Circus Photo
Review: It's a WHITE CHRISTMAS at Broadway At Music Circus
by Courtney Symes - Dec 9, 2025

It’s beginning to look a lot like Christmas everywhere you go…especially Broadway at Music Circus. Irving Berlin’s White Christmas, the Musical is here to warm up the holiday season through December 14th. It’s a piece with a book by David Ives and Paul Blake, and music by the prolific Irving Berlin that’s based on the 1954 movie, “White Christmas,” starring Bing Crosby. Linda Goodrich directs this festive take in the round, replete with recognizable Berlin hits like the titular number, “Sisters,” and “Blue Skies.”
Video: Jason Gotay, Britney Coleman & More in Sacramento's WHITE CHRISTMAS Photo
Video: Jason Gotay, Britney Coleman & More in Sacramento's WHITE CHRISTMAS
by Joshua Wright - Dec 8, 2025

Get a first look at Broadway at Music Circus' production of Irving Berlin's White Christmas. The production stars Jason Gotay, Britney Coleman, Michael Starr, Keely Beirne, Nathaniel Stampley, Aniya Simone, Andrew Eckert, Gerry McIntyre, and Omari Tau, with Vicki Lewis.
T.R Knight, Julie Halston and More Complete the Cast of THE BOYS FROM SYRACUSE at Red Photo
T.R Knight, Julie Halston and More Complete the Cast of THE BOYS FROM SYRACUSE at Red Bull Theater
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Dec 8, 2025

Red Bull Theater has revealed the full cast of the one-night-only, benefit performance of the beloved musical The Boys From Syracuse, starring Santino Fontana, Nikki Renee Daniels and more.
Video: 'Snow' From Goodspeed's WHITE CHRISTMAS Photo
Video: 'Snow' From Goodspeed's WHITE CHRISTMAS
by Stephi Wild - Dec 8, 2025

Goodspeed Musicals is celebrating holidays with Irving Berlin’s White Christmas as its final production of the 2025 season. The production has released an all new video of the song 'Snow'. Check out the video here!
Review: WHITE CHRISTMAS THE MUSICAL at The Music Hall by the Ogunquit Playhouse Photo
Review: WHITE CHRISTMAS THE MUSICAL at The Music Hall by the Ogunquit Playhouse
by Dan Marois - Dec 7, 2025

It is a clear sign of the December holidays when the Oqunquit Playhouse brings its theatrical magic to The Music Hall in Portsmouth. In their 11th year of collaboration, the season is blessed with a festive production of Irving Berlin’s White Christmas The Musical.
Review: Poiema Artistry Theatre Co.'s IRVING BERLIN’S WHITE CHRISTMAS Photo
Review: Poiema Artistry Theatre Co.'s IRVING BERLIN’S WHITE CHRISTMAS
by Jeffrey Kare - Dec 7, 2025

Based on Michael Curtiz’ 1954 Academy Award nomination film musical of the same name. Irving Berlin’s White Christmas follows veterans Bob Wallace and Phil Davis who have formed a successful song-and-dance act after World War II.
Video: 'Count Your Blessings' from WHITE CHRISTMAS At Goodspeed Opera House Photo
Video: 'Count Your Blessings' from WHITE CHRISTMAS At Goodspeed Opera House
by A.A. Cristi - Dec 1, 2025

Goodspeed Musicals is celebrating holidays with Irving Berlin’s White Christmas as its final production of the 2025 season. Watch newly released video of the production as star Omar Lopez-Cepero sings 'Count Your Blessings'
Review: IRVING BERLIN'S WHITE CHRISTMAS at TexArts Photo
Review: IRVING BERLIN'S WHITE CHRISTMAS at TexArts
by Sabrina Wallace - Nov 25, 2025

TexArts delivers a sparkling White Christmas that feels like stepping straight into a vintage snow globe. Ray De Jones charms, Maclain Dassati channels Danny Kaye with his own flair, and the ensemble dazzles with polished taps and lush harmonies. Lavish period costumes, timeless Irving Berlin tunes, and pure holiday joy. A cozy, nostalgic treat for the season.
Review: SCENE & HEARD: MOLLY'S MAINSTAGE THEATRE FESTIVAL at Southern Arkansas Univer Photo
Review: SCENE & HEARD: MOLLY'S MAINSTAGE THEATRE FESTIVAL at Southern Arkansas University Magnolia
by Theresa Bertram - Nov 19, 2025

Performing One Acts has increasingly become a popular way for schools to give more students meaningful stage time while exploring bold themes within a manageable rehearsal window, and Southern Arkansas University in Magnolia embraced that spirit beautifully with their Scene & Heard: Molly's Mainstage Theatre Festival! Presented November 8–10, the festival was entirely student-directed, student-designed, and student-produced, showcasing the remarkable creativity and leadership flourishing within their program. 
Matthew Amira, Cleavant Derricks and More Complete WHITE CHRISTMAS Cast at Ogunquit P Photo
Matthew Amira, Cleavant Derricks and More Complete WHITE CHRISTMAS Cast at Ogunquit Playhouse
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Nov 17, 2025

Ogunquit Playhouse has revealed the full cast for Irving Berlin’s White Christmas The Musical, with music and lyrics by Irving Berlin and a book by David Ives and Paul Blake.
IRVING BERLIN'S WHITE CHRISTMAS to be Presented at MusicalFare Photo
IRVING BERLIN'S WHITE CHRISTMAS to be Presented at MusicalFare
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Nov 17, 2025

MusicalFare will present IRVING BERLIN'S WHITE CHRISTMAS, based on the Paramount Pictures film. MusicalFare's production stars Samantha Campbell, Jack Catena, and more.
Adrianna Hicks, Sally Struthers and More to Star in WHITE CHRISTMAS at Ogunquit Playh Photo
Adrianna Hicks, Sally Struthers and More to Star in WHITE CHRISTMAS at Ogunquit Playhouse
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Nov 12, 2025

Ogunquit Playhouse has revealed the and creative for Irving Berlin’s White Christmas The Musical, with music and lyrics by Irving Berlin and a book by David Ives and Paul Blake.
Spotlight: WHITE CHRISTMAS at Waterville Opera House Photo
Spotlight: WHITE CHRISTMAS at Waterville Opera House
by BWW Special Offer - Nov 12, 2025

Bring your sister, mister, business partner, or anyone else to this uplifting and wholesome musical!
Santino Fontana, Bonnie Milligan and More Join THE BOYS FROM SYRACUSE Concert Photo
Santino Fontana, Bonnie Milligan and More Join THE BOYS FROM SYRACUSE Concert
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Nov 4, 2025

Red Bull Theater has revealed additional details of the one-night-only, benefit performance of The Boys From Syracuse, starring Santino Fontana, Nikki Renee Daniels and more.
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FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

How many shows has David Ives written?

David Ives has written 18 shows including Maggie May (Book Adaptation), Five Very Live (Playwright), All in the Timing (Playwright), Don Juan in Chicago (Playwright), Ancient History/English Made Simple (Playwright), The Red Address (Playwright), Mere Mortals and Others (Playwright), Dance of the Vampires (Bookwriter), Polish Joke (Playwright), Irving Berlin's White Christmas (Bookwriter), The 24 Hour Plays 2006 (Playwright), Is He Dead? (Playwright), New Jerusalem: The Interrogation of Baruch de Spinoza at Talmud Torah Congregation: Amsterdam, July 27, 1656 (Playwright), Venus in Fur (Playwright), The School for Lies (Playwright), The Liar (Writer), The Metromaniacs (Author), Here We Are (Book).

What awards has David Ives been nominated for?

Outstanding Adaptation (Drama Desk Awards) for The Liar, The Charles MacArthur Award for Outstanding New Play or Musical (Helen Hayes Awards) for Heir Apparent , Best Play (Tony Awards) for Venus in Fur , The Charles MacArthur Award for Outstanding New Play or Musical (Helen Hayes Awards) for The Liar, John Gassner Playwriting Award (Outer Critics Circle Awards) for All in the Timing and Outstanding Play (Drama Desk Awards) for All in the Timing.

What awards has David Ives won?

David Ives has won the Outstanding Adaptation award at the Drama Desk Awards for The Liar. He also received the Charles MacArthur Award for Outstanding New Play or Musical at the Helen Hayes Awards for The Liar. Additionally, he earned the John Gassner Playwriting Award from the Outer Critics Circle Awards for All in the Timing.

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