David West Read
CanadashowrunnerMale6.0Global Dominance: 0.00%David West Read is a seasoned television writer and producer known for his work on successful series such as 'Schitt's Creek' and 'The Good Place.' He has recently been in the news due to his unexpected departure as the showrunner for the highly anticipated comedy series 'Brothers,' which stars Matthew McConaughey and Woody Harrelson, leading to a pause in production.
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David West Read is the Canadian writer of the sweet script for & Juliet.
An open letter – and date night recommendation – to Justin Trudeau and Katy PerryThe Globe and Mail·Canada· 2026-07-22
Canada· 2026-07-22
David West Read is the writer of the musical '& Julia'.
Oscar Zia spelar Romeo i Max Martin-musikalen ”&Julia”Dagens Nyheter·
Sweden· 2026-02-17
Sweden· 2026-02-17
David West Read is the writer of the book for the musical & Juliet.
& Juliet’s title role is one of the hardest in musical theatre. Vanessa Sears is up to the challengeThe Globe and Mail·Canada· 2025-11-29
Canada· 2025-11-29
David West Read is the creator of Schitt’s Creek and the scriptwriter for the ‘&Juliet’ musical.
Matu Ngaropo to play Shakespeare in ‘&Juliet’ musical touring AotearoaThe New Zealand Herald – country’s largest newspaper, est. 1863·
New Zealand· 2025-11-21
New Zealand· 2025-11-21
David West Read unexpectedly left the project as the original showrunner.
En pausa forçadaDiari d’Andorra – major newspaper in the Principality·
Andorra· 2025-06-28
Andorra· 2025-06-28
