David LaMarr

David LaMarr

Biography

David LaMarr's (he/him) credits include the national tour of Jersey Boys (Berry Belson and others). Regional credits include an LA Ovation award nomination for his portrayal of James "Thunder" Early in Dreamgirls, directed by Broadway's Robert Longbottom; the world premiere of Soul: The Stax Musical (Booker T. Jones) at Baltimore Center Stage, directed by Kwame Kwei-Armah and choreographed by Chase Brock; a new musical called A Sign of the Times at Delaware Theatre Company, directed by Gabriel Barre and choreographed by JoAnne Hunter; the US professional world premiere of Disney's Mulan (Mushu) and the US regional premiere of Disney's Little Mermaid (Sebastian) at Tuacahn Amphitheatre; Ain't Misbehavin (Andre) and Smokey Joe's Cafe (Ken) at Birch North Park Theatre in San Diego; Hairspray (Seaweed) in Northern California, Sierra Rep; Hair (LADCC / Ovation Nominated, Garland Award) and the professional premiere of The Girl, Grouch and Goat (Garland Award) both with The Chance Theater in Anaheim Hills. Other credits: Universal Studios Japan, Carnival Cruise Lines, Princess Cruises and Disney Cruise Lines, and the world premiere cast of Disney's Villains Tonight! (originating the roles of Dr. Facilier / Jafar). He is originally from Los Angeles and now lives in The Bronx with his favorite human, Darnell White, and their two cats.