David Thompson is a notable American writer and playwright, boasting an impressive list of accolades, including Tony Award nominations for his exceptional work on the librettos of various musicals. Specifically, his notable contributions include the librettos for the musicals "Steel Pier", which premiered in 1997, "The Scottsboro Boys", which debuted in 2011, and most recently, "New York, New York", which received widespread acclaim in 2023.
