June 28th - July 16th, 2023

David stars as HiPockets Duncan/Norman Petty in BUDDY: THE BUDDY HOLLY STORY at Weston Theater Company, directed by Meredith McDonough.

Rock out with the one and only Buddy Holly! Transport yourself back to the 1950s with this show telling the story of Holly’s rise to fame, his struggles with the music industry, and his enduring legacy as one of the pioneers of rock and roll. This high-energy must-see show features all of Holly’s hits, including “Peggy Sue,” “That’ll Be the Day, and “Everyday.” It’s a heartwarming and inspiring tale that will have you leaving the theater with a smile on your face and a spring in your step.

For more information and tickets click here.

July 2022

David stars with Margo Siebert in MARRY ME A LITTLE at Weston Theater Company, directed by Michael Berresse.

“Bonanno and Seibert are excellent at interpreting [Sondheim’s'] work.- Chester Telegraph Review

“Bonanno has an expertise and refinement honed from years on the stage.” - Times Argus Review

April 2022

David stars in AN ILIAD at Shaker Bridge Theatre, directed by Susan Haefner.

Read the review here.

July 2021

David stars in AN ILIAD at The Weston Theater Company, directed by Meredith McDonough.

“Bonanno is magnificent in the role of a lifetime…He gives the audience freedom to laugh, and reasons to ache…his stunning performance never says, "Look at me." It extends an offer: "Feel with me." - Seven Days VT

June 2019
David plays Hucklebee in The Fantasticks at The Weston Theater Company, directed by Susanna Gellert.

“Bonanno and Pretlow play the fathers. They let the struggles of fatherhood cloud their tired faces, but then they kick up their heels and dance in exuberant duets. Both their funny feud and their warm friendship are truly adorable.” - Seven Days VT

February 2019
David performs the role of Rick in Dry Powder at Shaker Bridge Theatre.

“Bonanno has the right edge of anxiety, impatience and gnawing fear as Rick realizes everything can come tumbling down.” - Valley News

July 2018

David stars as Bruce in FUN HOME at The Weston Theater Company.
"Bonanno boldly reveals his vulnerability in a song that left last Friday's audience in rapt silence." - Seven Days VT
"This is a voyage around her father Bruce, played by David Bonanno in one of his best performances." - Chester Telegraph
"Bonnano almost seems to be living Bruce rather than playing him."  - Berkshire Bright Focus
"David Bonanno delivered a powerful and heart-wrenching performance." - Rutland Herald

November 2017

David is interviewed on the comedy podcast SURVIVAL OF THE WITTIEST. Listen to the episode here.

August 2017

David stars as Harold Hill in THE MUSIC MAN at The Weston Theater Company.
Read the Rutland Herald review here.
Read the Seven Days review here.

October 2016

David performs THE MYSTERY OF LOVE AND SEX at Shaker Bridge Theatre.

Read the review here.

August 2016

David stars as Sam in MAMMA MIA at the Weston Theater Company.
Read the review here.

June 2016

David produces, writes and hosts the Weston Theater Company’s 80th BIRTHDAY BASH - an Alumni celebration of Vermont's oldest professional theatre.
Watch the performance here.

April 2016

David performs in the 10th Anniversary Reunion Concert of LIGHT IN THE PIAZZA at Lincoln Center.
Read the review here.

July 2015

David reprises his role as Ian in THE OTHER PLACE at the Weston Theater Company.
Read the Broadway World press release here.