Drayton Theatre - New Youth Academy

David Connolly is a Director, Educator and Disability Advocate. During his time as Drayton Entertainment's Associate Artistic Director and Director of Education he has led the creation of their brand new Youth Academy, and helmed over thirty productions including Kinky Boots, Priscilla Queen of the Desert, Mama Mia! and Newsies. For the screen, David has directed and choreographed several series for CBC Kids including Ukulele U, The Doodlebops, and The Moblees as well as projects for CBS, NBC, ABC, PBS. He has collaborated with artists including Katy Perry, Sir Andrew Lloyd Webber, Elton John, Sarah Jessica Parker, kd lang, Patti LaBelle, Sarah Brightman and many others. He is a recipient of The Waterloo Region Arts Award for Lifetime Achievement, and The Premier of Ontario’s Award of Excellence who holds an Honours Bachelor Degree in Musical Theatre Performance from Sheridan College.