As a young Black boy from the San Francisco Bay Area, my mind joyfully absorbed the eclectic rhythms, melodies, languages, and artistic fabrics from many different cultural viewpoints. Bitten by the theater bug as a child, I was fired up to share my experience with others and show something new and out of bounds. I've been lucky enough to work professionally in theater, film, television, and radio for over three decades. I am passionate about teaching scene study, monologue study, musical theater performance, songwriting, vocal coaching, and more. My goal as an educator is to encourage self-expression, focus, commitment, self-confidence, and teamwork while providing a safe and compassionate space where young spirits can find joy in their shared experience!

David James Boyd

As a young Black boy from the San Francisco Bay Area, my mind joyfully absorbed the eclectic rhythms, melodies, languages, and artistic fabrics from many different cultural viewpoints. Bitten by the theater bug as a child, I was fired up to share my experience with others and show something new and out of bounds. I've been lucky enough to work professionally in theater, film, television, and radio for over three decades. I am passionate about teaching scene study, monologue study, musical theater performance, songwriting, vocal coaching, and more. My goal as an educator is to encourage self-expression, focus, commitment, self-confidence, and teamwork while providing a safe and compassionate space where young spirits can find joy in their shared experience!

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As a young Black boy from the San Francisco Bay Area, my mind joyfully absorbed the eclectic rhythms, melodies, languages, and artistic fabrics from many different cultural viewpoints. Bitten by the theater bug as a child, I was fired up to share my experience with others and show something new and out of bounds. I’ve been lucky enough to work professionally in theater, film, television, and radio for over three decades.

I am passionate about teaching scene study, monologue study, musical theater performance, songwriting, vocal coaching, and more. My goal as an educator is to encourage self-expression, focus, commitment, self-confidence, and teamwork while providing a safe and compassionate space where young spirits can find joy in their shared experience!

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Language

English
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Work Experience

Songwriting Teacher at Lincoln Center Theater Education Department
January 1, 2022 - June 9, 2024
Teaching songwriting in the Songwriting In Schools Program (SISP) with presentations at Lincoln Center. Music Director for productions including "Once On This Island Jr." and "The Lightning Thief: A Percy Jackson Musical Jr."
Artistic Director, Co-Director/Choreographer, Music Director at I’m A Bright Kid Foundation (IABK SUMMER PROGRAM)
January 1, 2021 - June 9, 2024
Created and taught an intensive six-week summer curriculum on songwriting, audition technique, acting, improvisation, and critical analysis for students aged 7-17. Directed and choreographed youth musical productions.
Director/Music Director at Queens Theater Education Department
January 1, 2022 - June 9, 2024
Directed and music directed young teens developing and writing their own musicals in various schools.
Lead Vocalist/Producer/Arranger at Creations Wedding Band, Band Leader Kim Sozzi
January 1, 2016 - December 31, 2020
Lead singer, arranger, and bandleader for a wedding band associated with Billboard Top 40 artist Kim Sozzi.
General Manager, Bar Manager, Buffet Manager at Various Catering Companies
January 1, 2000 - June 9, 2023
Managed general operations, bar, and buffet for multiple catering companies between 2000 and 2023.

Education

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Qualifications

EXPERIENCED MUSIC PRODUCER, DIVERSE STYLES: DANCE, POP, CLASSICAL. EXPERIENCED THEATER ACTOR, SINGER, DANCER, DIRECTOR, COMPOSER, LYRICIST AND EDUCATOR. EXPERIENCED SCORING FOR FILM/TV.
July 6, 2025 - July 6, 2025

Industry Experience

Education, Media & Entertainment, Non-Profit Organization, Professional Services, Travel & Hospitality