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Broadway's David: Ali Bourzgui's Tony-Nominated Role
28 May
Summary
- Ali Louis Bourzgui stars as vampire rock star David.
- The musical is based on the cult classic film 'The Lost Boys'.
- Bourzgui received a Tony nomination for his featured role.
Ali Louis Bourzgui currently embodies the vampire rock star David in the new Broadway musical adaptation of 'The Lost Boys'. This role, made famous by Kiefer Sutherland in the '80s cult film, has earned Bourzgui a Tony nomination for best featured actor in a musical.
Bourzgui found the project compelling from the outset, drawn to the character's depth and the creative team. He noted that the musical successfully captures an intimate, original feel, distinct from a mere remake or jukebox musical, resonating with audiences.
The production fosters a collaborative environment, with many new talents contributing, including The Rescues, who composed the music and lyrics. Bourzgui, a singer-songwriter himself, also discussed his unique vocal style and how previous roles like Orpheus in 'Hadestown' and Tommy in 'Tommy' prepared him for the demanding vocal and physical aspects of playing David.
His portrayal avoids vampire clichés, focusing on the character's age and internal struggles. Bourzgui mentioned drawing inspiration from Tim Curry, David Bowie, and Sam Reed. He also expressed interest in playing Frank-N-Furter in 'The Rocky Horror Show'.
