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David Ayers

Birth Place: Worthington, OH, USA

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David Ayers BIO

David Ayers is an American actor, born in 1978 in Worthington, Ohio, USA. Ayers made his Broadway debut as an ensemble member in the musical Mamma Mia! He was later the first to play the role of Fyedka in the revival of Fiddler on the Roof in 2004. In early 2005, Ayers joined the cast of the hit musical Wicked, in which he performed for a year in the role of Fiyero to mixed reviews. He ended his run on January 8, 2006 and was replaced by Derrick Williams. His other theatre credits include Hot Mikado, A New Brain, The Sound of Music, Honk!, and Hair. On television, he has had appearances on Law & Order: Criminal Intent and Guiding Light.



Ayers holds a degree in music from Northwestern University in Evanston, IL.

Ayers currently resides in Boulder, Colorado with his fiancee, Angela Gaylor. The two have formed a Musical Theater/Acting studio called Broadway in Boulder through Parlando School of the Arts.

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David Ayers STAGE CREDITS

[Off-Broadway]
Little Shubert Theatre Revival, 2013
Robert

[Off-Broadway]
Original Off-Broadway Production, 2011
Buffalo Bill [Replacement]

[New York]
New York Production, 2005
Tom Jones

[Broadway]
Broadway Revival, 2004
Fyedka

[Broadway]
Original Broadway Production, 2003
Fiyero [Replacement]

[Broadway]
Original Broadway Production, 2001
Ensemble [Replacement]

Sky (Understudy) [Replacement]


David Ayers Movies

Texas Frightmare Massacre
[ 2010 ] Todd Head

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RLJE Films Nabs the Psychological Thriller SYMPATHY FOR THE DEVIL Starring Nicolas Cage and Joel Kinnaman

Directed by Yuval Adler (Bethlehem, The Operative), SYMPATHY FOR THE DEVIL is the feature screenwriting debut of Luke Paradise.  It stars Nicolas Cage (Mandy, The Unbearable Weight of Massive Talent) and Joel Kinnaman (The Suicide Squad 1 & 2, Silent Night).
THE DIRTY DOZEN Remake in the Works from David Ayers

Variety reports that David Ayer will helm and write a remake of classic film 'The Dirty Dozen.'
Will Beall, David Ayer Drama to be Developed at Fox

Will Beall and David Ayers new drama is set to be developed at Fox, according to Variety. Beall is writing and Ayers is directing the drama, titled 'Deputy.'
GROUNDHOG DAY's Heather Ayers Replaces Lead in DAVID AND GOLIATH Reading

On Friday, July 28th, there will be a first-look reading of 'David and Goliath' by Ricky Dunlop at the Midtown International Theatre Festival. The reading will star Heather Ayers* (currently in 'Groundhog Day') replacing previously announced Nancy Anderson.
Spaghetti Warehouse to Celebrate Veterans' Day With Special Three-Day Coupon Offer Friday November 11th Through Sunday November 13th

For three days beginning Friday November 11th through Sunday November 13th Spaghetti Warehouse Restaurants Inc. is honoring our nation's veterans and active duty military personnel with a special "buy one entree, get one free" coupon offer and is encouraging its guests to"invite a veteran or soldier to lunch or dinner".
David Schmittou, Becca Ayers & More Set for Riverside Theatre's SIDE BY SIDE BY SONDHEIM, Beginning Tonight

Riverside Theatre's 2014-2015 Season continues with the delightful and enchanting musical, Side By Side By Sodhiem. Featuring the music of legendary composer/lyricist Stephen Sondheim, Side By Side By Sondheim plays the Waxlax Stage from tonight, March 10th through March 22nd, 2015.
David Schmittou, Becca Ayers & More Set for Riverside Theatre's SIDE BY SIDE BY SONDHEIM

Riverside Theatre's 2014-2015 Season continues with the delightful and enchanting musical, Side By Side By Sodhiem. Featuring the music of legendary composer/lyricist Stephen Sondheim, Side By Side By Sondheim plays the Waxlax Stage from March 10th through March 22nd and is sponsored by Dick & Rosemary Haverland, John & Marilyn McConnell, Ray & Sonia McGowan, and Bobbie Olsen along with Riverside Theatre's Patron Producers.
Review Roundup: Brad Pitt Stars in Acton-Drama FURY

Action war-drama FURY hits theaters today, October 17th!
Photo Flash: Laura Benanti, Jenn Colella & More Take the Stage for Broadway Artists Alliance's Season Kick-Off Concert

Broadway Artists Alliance, a New York City-based musical theatre training program, kicked off their 10th season with a star-studded concert as part of the Broadway at Birdland concert series on Monday night. Performers, as well as instructors and alumni sang their all-time favorite show tunes. The cast included Laura Benanti (left, by Seth Walters), Jenn Colella, Andrea Burns, David Ayers, and Heather Parcells, who were joined by BAA Alumni Liz Byrne, Emma Howard, Kyle Taylor Parker, Ruby Rakos, Emerson Steele, Bethany Tesarck, and Clay Thomson. Proceeds from this event will benefit the BAA scholarship fund, which provides $10,000 in scholarships each year.
Laura Benanti, Jenn Colella & More Sing for Broadway Artists Alliance Tonight at Birdland

Broadway Artists Alliance, a New York City-based musical theatre training program for ages 8-21, wull kick off their 10th season at Birdland tonight. Performers will sing their all-time favorite show tunes, and will include instructors, alumni, and staff
Broadway Sings their Favorites with Eden Espinosa & Jenn Colella, Steve Kuhn & More Set for Birdland, 4/28-5/4

Birdland Jazz Club has announced its schedule for April 28 - May 4, featuring the Steve Kuhn Trio, Broadway Sings Their Favorites - Celebrating the Tenth Season of Broadway Artists Alliance, David Ostwald's Louis Armstrong Eternity Band, Jim Caruso's Cast Party, and more!
Regina Carter's SOUTHERN COMFORT CD Release, Jane Monheit With The MSM Big Band, & More To Be Featured in Birdland Jazz Club's April 2014 Lineup

Birdland Jazz Club is thrilled to announce their outstanding line-up of amazing talent for the month of April 2014. Birdland will kick-off their exciting month of programming with the following acts:
THIS WEEK IN PICTURES: February 15-21

Whether you've been living under a rock for the past week or you're just in the mood for a recap, BroadwayWorld's 'This Week in Pictures' is here to satisfy your end-of-the-week fix! Take a look below to catch up on the latest happenings from the Great White Way to The West End (and everywhere in between) with coverage of press events, rehearsals, opening nights and more. Highlights this week include a sneak peek into rehearsals of BULLETS OVER BROADWAY, new character portraits from ALADDIN, and a look at the Broadway-bound LES MISERABLES!
Photo Flash: MALPRACTICE MAKES PERFECT at York Theater Company

The York Theatre Company continues the Winter 2014 Musicals in Mufti Series Celebrating Sheldon Harnick with Malpractice Make Perfect with Book, Music and Lyrics by Sheldon Harnick.
Photo Coverage: Inside Opening Night for MALPRACTICE MAKES PERFECT

Over the weekend, the York Theatre Company (James Morgan, Producing Artistic Director; Andrew Levine, Executive Director) continued the Winter 2014 Musicals in Mufti Series Celebrating Sheldon Harnick with Malpractice Makes Perfect with Book, Music and Lyrics by Sheldon Harnick. The show featured direction by David Glenn Armstrong, music direction by Amanda Morton, and casting by Geoff Josselson. Check out photos from opening night below!
York Theatre Company's MALPRACTICE MAKES PERFECT Begins Performances Tonight

The York Theatre Company (James Morgan, Producing Artistic Director; Andrew Levine, Executive Director) continues the Winter 2014 Musicals in Mufti Series Celebrating Sheldon Harnick with Malpractice Make Perfect with Book, Music and Lyrics by Sheldon Harnick. The creative team includes direction by David Glenn Armstrong, music direction by Amanda Morton, and casting by Geoff Josselson.
Photo Flash: Meet the Cast of York's MALPRACTICE MAKES PERFECT: Robin de Jesus, David Ayers, Christina Bianco & More

The York Theatre Company continues the Winter 2014 Musicals in Mufti Series with Malpractice Make Perfect with Book, Music and Lyrics by Sheldon Harnick, and a nine-member cast features David Ayers, Christina Bianco, Tony Award-winner Cady Huffman, Tony Award-nominee Robin de Jesus, Tony Award-nominee Megan Lawrence, Tony Award-nominee Brad Oscar, Robb Sapp), Conrad John Schuck, and Nick Wyman. Meet the performers below!
Robin de Jesus, David Ayers, Christina Bianco & More Set for York's MALPRACTICE MAKES PERFECT, 2/14-16

The York Theatre Company continues the Winter 2014 Musicals in Mufti Series Celebrating Sheldon Harnick with Malpractice Make Perfect with Book, Music and Lyrics by Sheldon Harnick. The creative team includes direction by David Glenn Armstrong, music direction by Amanda Morton, and casting by Geoff Josselson.
10 Years of Oz: A WICKED Anniversary Countdown- Fiyero Flashback!

On Wednesday, October 30th, the blockbuster musical, WICKED, will celebrate its 10th Anniversary on Broadway, a milestone achieved by only ten other Broadway productions in history. The creative team and many of the musical's previous cast members will celebrate WICKED's first decade with a special performance, followed by a company party, on October 30th at 7:00pm. BroadwayWorld will be counting down to the milestone with daily flashbacks of Wicked's biggest events, most memorable cast members, and best performances. In today's installment, we remember the actors that have taken on the role of Oz's resident bad boy- Fiyero!
In Performance: LADY DAY's Dee Dee Bridgewater Sings 'Foggy Day in London Town'

In today's New York Times Arts Beat 'In Performance' video, jazz singer Dee Dee Bridgewater who portrays Billie Holiday in the new musical "Lady Day," sings "A Foggy Day in London Town,"

David Ayers FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

How many Broadway shows has David Ayers been in?

David Ayers has appeared on Broadway in 3 shows.

How many West End shows has David Ayers been in?

David Ayers has not appeared in the West End.

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