DAVID SERERO - English Adaptation, Director, Producer, "Moses"
David Serero is a critically acclaimed and awards-winner opera singer, actor, director, and producer. He has performed more than 2,500 performances in more than 45 countries, directed and produced nearly 100 theatrical productions, starred in over 100 films and TV series, recorded and produced over 100 albums, and, played more than 50 lead and title roles (in several languages) from the opera, theatre, and musical repertoire. In New York, he starred Off-Broadway in iconic roles such as Shylock, Cyrano, Othello, Barabas, Yiddish King Lear, Don Giovanni, Figaro, Romeo, Nabucco, as well as new works such as Napoleon by Kubrick, Queen Esther, Anne Frank a Musical, among others. In his native Paris, he also starred as Don Quixote (Man of La Mancha) and Happy Mac (Beggar's Holiday by Duke Ellington). He entered the prestigious Who's Who America for demonstrating outstanding achievements in the entertainment world and for the betterment of contemporary society. In 2019, he received the Albert Nelson Marquis Lifetime Achievement Award, the Morocco Day Distinguished Achievement Award, the Trophy of the Culture of Morocco, and was named among the fifteen most influential Moroccans worldwide by Morocco's airline Royal Air Maroc. David is a member of the Recording Academy and the Television Academy and a voting member of both the Grammys and Emmys. In 2020, David Serero received the UNESCO Award for Diversity in Paris and became an Honorary Member of the United Nations of Arts and Science. In 2021, he won 4 BroadwayWorld Awards for Best Performer of the decade, Best Producer of a Musical of the decade, Best Producer of a Play of the decade, Best Opera singer of the Year. He was awarded the Certificate of Recognition by the Mayor of New York, Bill de Blasio, for his contribution to the City's dynamic cultural landscape, enriching the vibrant performing arts sector, and uplifted and inspired diverse New Yorkers. In 2021, his first documentary film on fashion designer Elie Tahari received nearly 100 film festival selections and won dozens of awards including Best Director, Best Documentary, Best Fashion Documentary, and Best Producer. The film opened at Lincoln Center on April 18th and is now available on platforms. www.davidserero.com
DASHAUN WILLIAMS - Ramses
DaShaun Williams is an NYC-based Singer/Actor who is extremely honored to be making his Off-Broadway debut with The Ten Commandments, The Musical. DaShaun is a graduate of Fairleigh Dickinson University, School of the Arts. His love for singing and acting led him to pursue his career in theatre. DaShaun has been cast in a national tour and many leading roles in shows such as Company, The Full Monty, Sister Act, Measure for Measure, Hair, Les Miserables, and many more. DaShaun would like to give a special thank you to his siblings and parents for all their love and support and Brant, Lauren, and JMR for the encouragement and advice they have given him. dashaunwill.com
MELISSA LUBARS - Jochebed
Melissa is an NYC-based performer who is so excited to be making her off-Broadway debut! Melissa graduated from Manhattan School of Music with a BM in Classical Vocal Performance. This summer, she will be premiering the role of Annabel in the new opera, Mondo Novo, by Paul Richards. Some of Melissa’s past operatic and theatrical credits include Albert Herring (Emmie), The Pirates of Penzance (Mabel), The Wizard of Oz (Glinda), and City of Angels (Gabby/Bobbi). Melissa recorded her first EP of original songs with her band, Ourglass, and performs them at NYC venues. She has also recorded for multiple film soundtracks including The Faithful and There’s Something About John. Melissa would like to give a huge thank you to her Mom, Matt, David Serero, and the entire cast and crew of this fantastic production!
