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UPCOMING:

A-T Children's Project  

February 6th, 2012
8 PM at Clark Studio Theatre at Lincoln Center
70 Lincoln Plaza, 7th floor in NYC

David will be performing in the 17th annual benefit concert for the A-T Children's Project. This evening will be hosted by Priscilla Lopez and will include songs by Sammy Buck and Dan Acquisto, performed by David Perlman, Alysha Umphress, Nick Cearley, and more. Tickets starts at $100 and can be purchased HERE.

     
Love Trapezoid  

February 10th - 18th, 2012
8 PM on Fri & Sat at Astoria Perf. Arts Center
Good Shepherd United Methodist Church
30-44 Crescent St (@30th Rd) in Astoria, NY

David is thrilled to be participating in this workshop of Matt Schatz' Love Trapezoid, directed by Tom Wojtunik. The three-person cast of this new musical comedy also includes Lauren Marcus and Ian Lowe. There is a suggested donation of $10, and tickets can be reserved by emailing boxoffice@apacny.org or by calling 718-393-7505. More info. at apacnyc.org.

 


NEWS ARCHIVES

NYTB at D-Lounge  

December 12th, 2011
7:30 PM at the Daryl Roth Theatre
101 East 15th Street in NYC

David will be performing in a song by Sammy Buck and Dan Acquisto as part of New York Theatre Barn's celebration of songs from new musicals. The evening will feature the works of many wonderful writers and performers, and admission is free with a 2 drink minimum. For more information, visit www.NYTheatreBarn.org.

     
Mock Your World  

December 5th & 6th, 2011
7 PM at Rockwood Music Hall (stage 2)
196 Allen Street in NYC

David is psyched to be singing the naughty and hilarious songs of Andrew Byrne in this installment of Mock Your World. The cast includes David, Marya Grandy, Lisa Rothauser, and Robby Sharpe, and the evening promises to be irresistibly funny. There is a $20 drink minimum with no cover. To make a reservation, email rsvp@brandswaycreative.com. It will be a blast!

     
Iron Curtain  

November 5th - December 4th, 2011
at Nagleberg Theatre in Baruch College PAC
East 25th Street b/w Lexington & 3rd Aves in NYC

David is thrilled to be playing the lead role of Murray in Prospect Theater Company's upcoming production of Iron Curtain, by Susan DiLallo, Stephen Weiner, and Peter Mills. This uproarious original musical comedy will have direction by Cara Reichel and boasts a cast that includes Jenn Gambatese, Marcus Neville, Aaron Ramey, Gordon Stanley, and more. Tickets range from $50 to $65 and can be purchased HERE or by calling (212) 352-0101. For show schedule and more info, visit www.ProspectTheater.org.

     
Broadway Can!  

November 13th, 2011
8 PM at Don't Tell Mama
343 West 46th Street in NYC

David will be singing in the 3rd annual Broadway Can! It will be an evening of Seth Bisen-Hersh's songs sung by Broadway performers, and proceeds will be going to Citymeals-on-wheels and City Harvest. There is a $22 cover with a 2 drink minimum, and don't forget that proceeds go to a great cause! For more info. or to donate, visit SethBH.com. For tickets, call (212) 757-0788 or visit DontTellMamaNYC.com.

     
Nu Skin  

October 29th , 2011
Salt Lake City, Utah

David is excited to perform for over 13,000 Nu Skin professionals at the 2011 Nu Skin Convention Gala. He will be singing in a large arena type celebration that involves aerialists, a drumline, B-boys, an acro-squad, and more!

     
The Pigeon Boys  

September 30th, 2011
1 PM & 4:30 PM at TGB Theater
312 West 36th Street in NYC

David will be playing the role of Sandy in a NYMF developmental reading of The Pigeon Boys, with book and lyrics by Anne Berlin and music by Andrew Bleckner. This musical drama (directed by Valentina Fratti) tells the story of the forgotten pigeoneers of World War II and explores the lives of three soldiers, played by Charlie Brady, Ben Davis, and David Perlman. Ticket information and more can be found HERE.

     
A Letter to Harvey Milk  

September 26th & 27th, 2011
7 PM (26th) & 1 PM (27th) at Helen Mills Theater
137-139 West 26th Street in NYC

David will be performing in an industry reading of A Letter to Harvey Milk, a new musical by Jerry James, Ellen M. Schwartz, and Laura I. Kramer, and directed by David Schechter. This emotional and funny musical explores the unlikely friendship between a retired kosher butcher and a young lesbian writer, and it will be performed by Leslie Kritzer, Jeff Keller, Judy Blazer, Michael Bartoli, Michael Padgett, and David Perlman.

     
CMF Talent  

September 27th, 2011

David is happy to announce that he has signed with the new agency CMF Talent, where he will continue to be represented by Christopher Freer for theatre, film, and TV. Check out the CONTACT page for details!

     
Baby It's You!  

July 26th - 31st, 2011
Broadhurst Theatre @ 235 West 44th St., NYC

David is thrilled to be making his Broadway debut in Baby It's You!! He will be a standby for the role of Stanley/Murray in this rock 'n' roll musical that tells the story of Florence Greenberg, a suburban housewife from New Jersey who discovered The Shirelles. More information about the show can be found at www.BabyItsYouOnBroadway.com.

     
Prospect Gala  

June 27th, 2011
7:30 PM @ Battery Gardens Restaurant
Across from 17 State Street in NYC

David will be singing in the 2011 Annual Gala to benefit and celebrate The Prospect Theater Company. Other performers include Karen Ziemba, Jose Llana, Evan Pappas, Marla Mindelle, and more. Information about buying tickets or tables can be found at www.ProspectTheater.org. It will be a fun evening with a three-course meal beforehand (optional) and followed by a festive after-party with an open bar.

     
Save a Child's Heart  

June 15th, 2011
6:30 PM @ BeerParc/FoodParc
6th Avenue at 29th Street in NYC

David and others will be singing pop and Broadway standards at the cocktail hour at the Save a Child's Heart official UN recognition endorsement celebration. Following the cocktail hour, there will be an official endorsement program followed by live salsa music. The event is FREE and open to the public!

     
Girl Detective  

May 10th, 2011
8:30 PM at TADA! Theater
15 West 28th Street, 2nd floor in NYC

David is looking forward to reprising the role of Derek in a staged reading of "Girl Detective" with book and lyrics by Alan Gordon and music by Mark Sutton-Smith. This presentation is part of Emerging Artists New Works Series. Tickets are $10 and can be purchased by clicking HERE.

     
Madagascar Live!  

January 28th, 2011 - April 24th, 2011
Touring throughout the USA
Radio City Music Hall in NYC April 15th - 24th

David will be originating the role of Melman the giraffe in the new musical "Madagascar Live!", produced by DreamWorks and Broadway Across America. Based on the popular film, this spectacular and hilarious show is fun for the whole family! For information including a full touring schedule, links to buy tickets, and much more, visit MadLive.com.

     
Once Upon a Time in New Jersey  

October 2nd - 31st, 2010
Prospect Theater Company
@ Hudson Guild Theatre, 441 West 26th St., NYC

David will be playing Vinnie Lobianco in Prospect Theater Company's production of "Once Upon a Time in New Jersey," written by Susan DiLallo and Stephen Weiner, with direction by Cara Reichel. This marks the New York premiere for this award-winning comic fairy tale show that is fun, fast, and full of heart. Tickets are $25 and can be purchased HERE. Or visit www.ProspectTheater.og.
     
Broadway at the Beach  

August 23rd, 2010
9 PM at The Ice Palace within the Grove Hotel
Cherry Grove, Fire Island, NY

David will be among the special guests at "Brandon & Ray's Broadway at the Beach," which is a weekly open-mic musical theatre party hosted by Brandon Cutrell with Ray Felman at the piano. Other guest stars on this night include Kevin Smith Kirkwood, Stephanie Reese, Chocolatina, and Daniel Lincoln. For tickets, call (631) 597-6600 or visit www.GroveHotel.com.
     
Sunset Boulevard  

July 28th - August 14th, 2010
Ogunquit Playhouse in Ogunquit, ME

David is looking forward to playing the role of Artie in "Sunset Boulevard" starring Stefanie Powers at the Ogunquit Playhouse in Ogunquit, Maine. More information can be found at www.ogunquitplayhouse.org.
     
American Express Pacesetters 2010
 

June 22nd - 23rd, 2010
Orlando, FL

David is very excited to be performing at the American Express Pacesetters event in Orlando for about 550 of the top performing corporate travel counselors from around the globe. David and Allison Spratt Pearce will be singing pop hits, performing in a skit, and more!
     

Rat Poison Love @WVMTF

 

June 13th, 2010

David received the Best Actor award in Series A of the West Village Musical Theatre Festival for his portrayal of Alden in "Rat Poison Love."

     
West Village Musical Theatre Festival
 

June 10th - 13th, 2010
Thurs @ 7, Fri @ 9, Sat @ 1:30 & 7, Sun @ 3:30
Wings Theatre at 154 Christopher Street in NYC

David will be performing in two short musicals "Between the Bricks" and "Rat Poison Love" as part of the 2010 West Village Musical Theatre Festival. The musicals can be seen together as part of Series A. Tickets are $18 and can be purchased at HERE.
     
Starving Artist Mondays
 

May 24th, 2010
10 PM (doors open at 8) @ Sweet Caroline's Piano Bar
322 West 45th Street in NYC

David will be a special guest at "Starving Artist Mondays," where host Steve Watts will be playing and singing a mix of pop, rock, and singer-songwriter favorites. David and special guest Bayla Whitten will then take the stage for their own sets of pop/rock songs, followed by an open mic night. It is FREE and relaxed.
     
RIPFEST #11  

April 26th, 2010
7, 8:15, & 9:30 PM @ Anthology Film Archives
32 2nd Ave at 2nd Street in NYC

David will be participating as an actor in RIPFEST #11, a collaborative filmmaking project that challenges artists to make professional-quality short films over a 16-day process. The films will be premeired on April 26th at Anthology Film Archives. For more info., visit www.ripfest.com. Tickets are $15 and can be purchased at Smarttix HERE.
     
Yank  

February 16th - April 4th, 2010
at the York Theatre at St. Peter's Church
619 Lexington Ave. at 54th St., New York City

David is thrilled to be making his Off-Broadway debut as Rotelli in the York Theatre's production of "Yank!" by Joseph and David Zellnik, directed by Igor Goldin. "Yank!" chronicles the romatic relationship between two servicemen in WWII and has a lively score with the sounds of the 1940s. Tickets can be purchased at www.YorkTheatre.org.

     
I Love You Because  

December 29th, 2009

David was nominated for a New Hampshire Theatre Award for Best Supporting Actor in a Musical for his portrayal of Jeff in "I Love You Because" at the Barnstormers Theatre. The show was also nominated for three other awards: Best Musical, Best Director of a Musical (Igor Goldin), and Best Actor in a Musical (Jimmy Boorum as Austin). Congrats to all!

     
Holiday Cabaret  

December 1st, 2009
7:30 PM (doors open at 6) at Stonewall Inn
53 Christopher Street, 2nd fl., New York City

David will be singing in a Holiday Cabaret as part of the "Stonewall Gives Back" series. This concert is a fundraiser for MCCNY-Homeless Youth Services (Sylvia's Place), and all money will go to support this shelter for LGBTQ youth. For more information about what they do, please visit www.homelessyouthservices.org. Tickets are $10, and there will also be a raffle and 2 for 1 drink specials from 6 - 8. The night is hosted by Emily McNamara and Jamie Price and will feature some of New York's finest!

     
Top of the Heap  

October 24th - November 15th, 2009
Thursdays through Sundays
Gallery Players at 199 14th St. in Brooklyn, NY

David is thrilled to be playing the lead role of Gil in this new musical which follows a comedy duo in Brooklyn in the 1950s. "Top of the Heap" has music by Jeffrey Lodin and book and lyrics by William Squier. More information can be found by visiting GalleryPlayers.com. Tickets are $18 and can be purchased by clicking HERE.

To hear David singing from the show, click HERE. (from Broadway Bullet podcast)

     
30 Rock  

November 5th, 2009
9:30 PM on NBC

David is so excited to have a featured role on this episode of the Emmy Award winning TV show "30 Rock." Be sure to tune in!

     
Between the Bricks  

October 2nd & 3rd , 2009
8 PM at BAX Theatre
421 5th Ave. in Brooklyn, NY

David will be playing the role of the Scarecrow in ACTandCompany's original production "Between the Bricks", directed and choregraphed by Cecilia Ceresa and Anthony Giorgio. Tickets are $15 and can be reserved by e-mailing ACTandCompany@gmail.com. For more info. about the space, visit www.bax.org.

     
Clear Talent Group  

September 30th, 2009

David is very excited to announce that he has signed with Clear Talent Group and will now be represented by Christopher Freer and Jamie Harris for theatre, film, and TV. Check out the CONTACT page for details!

     
I Love You Because  

August 18th - 22nd, 2009

David is stoked to play the role of Jeff in "I Love You Because" at the Barnstormers Theatre in Tamworth, NH. This fun and witty musical will be directed by Igor Goldin. More information can be found at www.barnstormerstheatre.org.

     
The Who's Tommy  

May 2nd - 24th, 2009
Thursdays through Sundays
Gallery Players at 199 14th St. in Brooklyn, NY

David will be playing Cousin Kevin in The Who's Tommy at the Gallery Players in Brooklyn. Tom Wojtunik directs this high-energy rock opera that is certain to exhilirate! More information can be found by visiting GalleryPlayers.com. Tickets are $18 and can be purchased by clicking HERE.

     
   

May 13th, 2009
7 PM at TADA! Theatre
15 West 28th Street, New York City

David will be playing Mordecai in a developmental reading of Megillah, a musical based on the Book of Esther with words and music by John Sebastian DeNicola. This presentation is part of Emerging Artists Theatre's Illuminating Artists Series. Tickets are $10, and more information can be found HERE.

MEGILLAH
 
     
New York Theatre Barn  

March 30th, 2009
9:30 PM at the Duplex
61 Christopher Street, New York City

David and others will be singing the songs of Sammy Buck and Daniel Acquisto as part of New York Theatre Barn's monthly cabaret series at the Duplex. This set is paired up with the music of Will Larche. For reservations, please call (212) 255-5438 or go HERE. ($10 cover & 2 drink minimum)

     
Girl Detective
 

March 15th, 2009
4 PM at Shetler Studios
244 W. 54th St., 12th fl., New York City

David will be playing the role of Derek in a table reading of "Girl Detective" with book and lyrics by Alan Gordon and music by Mark Sutton-Smith.

     
Meester Amerika  

February 12th - March 1st, 2009
Thursday - Saturday at 8, Sundays at 3
The Becton Theatre at FDU in Teaneck, NJ

David is excited to be playing Joey, or Meester Amerika, in the world premiere musical "Meester America." The Garage Theatre Group, under the direction of Michael Bias, is presenting this warm and funny new musical about the 1920s Yiddish Theatre with book by Jennifer Berman, music by Artie Bresslar, and lyrics by Michael Colby. For more information, and to order tickets, please visit www.GarageTheatre.org.

     
Larry Gelb  

December 12th, 2008
6:30 PM at Don't Tell Mama
343 West 46th St., New York City

David Perlman, along with Kyle Bradford, Laura Jordan, and Elizabeth Urbanczyk, will be singing songs from "The Larry Gelb Songbook" with composer Larry Gelb at the piano. Tickets are $12 and can be reserved by calling (212) 757-0788 or by visiting www.donttellmamanyc.com. Reservations are suggested!

     
Ugly Talent NY  

November 11th, 2008

David is thrilled to announce that he has signed with Ugly Talent NY and will now be represented by Michael W. Rodriguez for theatre, film, and TV. Check out the CONTACT page for details!

     
Altar Boyz
 

October 10th - November 2nd, 2008

David is psyched to be saving souls once again as Abraham in "Altar Boyz" at the Riverside Theatre in Vero Beach, Florida. More information can be found at www.riversidetheatre.com.

     

Genesis

 

August 22nd, 2008
7 PM at the space theatre
300 West 43rd St., 4th Floor, New York City

David will be playing mulitple roles in a reading of Nathan Brisby's "Genesis."

     
Joseph and the Amazing Technicolor Dreamcoat
 

July 18th - August 17th, 2008

David is excited to be playing Napthali/Baker in "Joseph and the Amazing Technicolor Dreamcoat" at Stages St. Louis. For more information, please visit http://www.stagesstlouis.com/.

     
Seven Year B*tch  

June 30th , 2008
7:30 PM at the York Theatre
619 Lexington Ave. at 54th St., New York City

David is thrilled to be taking part in yet another encore production of this snarky, bitter song cycle by Daniel S. Acquisto and Sammy Buck, the genius creators of LIKE YOU LIKE IT. Also featuring Becca Ayers, James Donegan, Amy Rutberg, and Joanna Young. For more info. and to buy tickets, please visit www.yorktheatre.org/NEOSpotlight.html.

     
Altar Boyz  

April 22nd - June 1st, 2008

David is psyched to be playing Abraham in "Altar Boyz" at the Arvada Center in Arvada, Colorado. For more information, please visit http://arvadacenter.org/on-stage/altar-boyz.

     
Little Shop of Horrors
 

March 19th - 30th, 2008

David is thrilled to be playing Seymour in "Little Shop of Horrors" at the Penobscot Theatre in Bangor, Maine. For more information, please visit the official website at http://www.penobscottheatre.org/.

     
Alysha Umphress  

February 19th, 2008
11 PM at the Ritz Lounge
369 West 46th St., New York City

David, along with Natalie Weiss and Marty Thomas, will be a special guest star at Alysha Umphress' show. This laid-back performance is FREE.

     

Living
Color

at Musical Mondays

 

December 10th, 2007
6:30 PM at the Snapple Theatre Center
210 West 50th St. at Broadway, New York City

David will be performing in a staged reading of a sample of "Living Color." This musical, currently in development at the BMI Workshop, has music by Fred Thaler and book & lyrics by Robert Yarnall. This presentation is part of Musical Mondays Theater Lab, and reservation info. can be found HERE. (Tickets are $10)

     

Genesis

 

December 7th, 2007
7 PM at Primary Stages - Studio A
307 W 38th St., Ste. 1510, New York City

David will be playing the role of David in a staged reading of part of Nathan Brisby's "Genesis." Other new works will also be sampled in this exciting, informal presentation.

     
Tess a new musical  

November 30th, 2007
8 PM at the York Theatre
619 Lexington Ave. at 54th St., New York City

David will be performing in a staged reading of
"Tess," a new musical with music, book, and lyrics by Annie Pasqua, and based on the acclaimed Thomas Hardy novel “Tess of the d’Urbervilles.” This performance is a part of the York Developmental Reading Series, and for more information or to sign up for FREE tickets, please go HERE.

     
Game Night  

November 13th, 2007
8 PM at the Michael Weller Theatre
311 West 43rd St., 6th fl., New York City

David will be playing the role of Matt in a staged reading of "Game Night," a new farce by Kevin Hammonds. This is a FREE event by invite only, so if you are interested please contact David directly.

     

Seven Year B*tch

Oustanding New Musical of Summer 2007! Article HERE.

 

November 5th , 2007
7 PM at The Laurie Beechman Theater
(downstairs at the West Bank Cafe)
407 West 42nd St., New York City

David will be performing in an encore production of this snarky, bitter song cycle by Daniel S. Acquisto and Sammy Buck, the genius creators of LIKE YOU LIKE IT. Also featuring Becca Ayers, James Donegan, Amy Rutberg, and Joanna Young. To make a reservation, please call (212) 695-6909 ($10 cover/$15 food & drink minimum).

     
The Jeff Blumenkrantz Songbook: SONGS IN MY ATTIC
 

November 4th, 2007
7 PM at Birdland
315 West 44th St., New York City

David will be singing (a little) in this evening of rarely-or-never-before-heard songs by the amazing Jeff Blumenkrantz. Featuring Adinah Alexander, Donna Lynne Champlin, Laura Patinkin, Alysha Umphress, and of course Jeff Blumenkrantz. Call (212) 581-3080 for reservations. For more info., go HERE.

     
Seven Year B*tch  

October 1st, 2007
8 PM at The Barrow Group Theater
312 West 36th St., New York City

David will be performing in this snarky, bitter song cycle by Daniel S. Acquisto and Sammy Buck, the genius creators of LIKE YOU LIKE IT. Also featuring Becca Ayers, Nick Dothee, Amy Rutberg, and Joanna Young. For more info. and to buy tickets, please visit http://www.nymf.org/Show-737.html.

     
Larry Gelb recording  

September 4th, 2007

David will record an album for writer/composer Larry Gelb with singers Paul Binotto, Kyle Bradford, Kelly Jeanne Grant, Laura Jordan, and Amy Justman.

UPDATE: Now on sale at http://cdbaby.com/cd/larrygelb.

     
Calvin Berger  

June 26th - July 14th, 2007
David will be playing the role of Calvin Berger in this new musical being presented at the Barrington Stage Company in the Berkshires. Written by Barry Wyner and directed by Stephen Terrell, this production will be part of the Musical Theatre Lab, of which William Finn is the artistic producer. For show schedule, directions, and more info., please visit www.BarringtonStageCo.org.

     
Forever Plaid  

May 22nd - 27th, 2007
David will reprise the role of Sparky at the Totem Pole Playhouse in Pennsylvania.

     
Bring Back Birdie  

December 5th & 6th, 2006
David will be performing in this special concert production of a hardly-revived gem of a flop! "Bring Back Birdie," the sequel to "Bye Bye Birdie," has not been seen in New York since it closed on Broadway in 1981. Shows are at 7 PM on both Tuesday, December 5th and Wednesday, December 6th at The Duplex -- 61 Christopher Street (@ 7th Avenue South) in New York City. Please visit the Opening Doors Theatre Company's official website at www.odtconline.org for more information and to purchase tickets!

     

TEMPS

  September 12th - 17th, 2006
"Temps,"
a television pilot which features David as "David Sessions" is playing in the New York Television Festival. It plays with the Comedy1 program on Wednesday, September 13th at 3 PM and Saturday, September 16th at 4:15 PM. For more info., click HERE and look for "Temps."
     
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