The Full Monty - Downtown Cabaret Theater - Jerry
"Captain of the team, Jerry Lubowski was skillfully played by David Webb. His confidence gracefully toes the line of cockiness, no pun intended. His leadership not only makes him the ringleader of this whole ordeal, but boosts the morale of his compatriots when their doubt begins to takeover. Webb is a truly versatile performer who tugs at your heartstrings in his most vulnerable moments as a caring father fighting for the right to see his son. This truly stand out performance was presented while not overshadowing his fellow cast members."
- Amanda Grillo, Broadway World
"In the role of Jerry Lukowski, originated in the 2000 Broadway production by Patrick Wilson, Equity actor David Webb is the real deal. He gets the character. He understands the character. As an actor, he owns the character. Like Wilson, he is likeable, charming, carefree and passionate. There's also a refreshing honesty and touching reality to his performance, offset by a well-honed, melodic set of vocal chops that complement Jerry's many vocals, including "Scrap," the show's opening anthem about unemployment and lost opportunities and the sweet, tender-hearted ballad "Breeze Off the River," which figures prominently in Act II."
- James Ruocco, Take 2
Shrek - Colorado Springs FAC - Shrek
"David Wiens and Maggie Davenport make a marvelous couple; their chemistry is genuine and the kids in the crowd know it... Both have strong acting and singing skills, and those skills are on full display in the rude but endearing tune I Think I Got You Beat... Wiens and Davenport are just like us, despite their polar opposite characters."
- Bill Wheeler, Theater Colorado
A YEAR WITH FROG AND TOAD - Casa Manana - Snail
"David J. Wiens plays several characters but the one that really steals the show is Snail. His “slow” movements while in a hurry to deliver the letter made the kids giggle every time."
- Dora Aguilera, Exploring DFW
"David Wiens is downright funny as Snail when he alternates between moving in slow motion and performing “The Letter” with quick-paced fervor. Wiens, along with Samantha Whitbeck and Kathryn Porterfield, play five roles each and seem to seamlessly transition between costumes and characters with relative ease."
- Leslie Gordon, Plays To See
Footloose - Fulton Theatre - Willard Hewitt
"She said: Two others whose stars I cannot wait to see continue to rise are Katie Bates and David J. Wiens... where should I start about young Wiens? He’s going places! Wiens’ Willard was terrifically funny and engaging, bringing out both the character’s warmth and intelligence (the latter of which was craftily hidden away under his dim-witted, buffoonish demeanor), as well as a lovely innocence and charm. And wait until you see him cut a rug!...
He Said: Since I love alliteration, I will dub the character of Williard Hewitt as Willard the Wonderful and David J. Weins who played him was…well…wonderful. He was engaging, charming and just downright likeable. His comedic timing was impeccable – especially when he displayed his butt-slapping backwards choreography (you’ll just have to see it)."
- Stephanie & Wayne, Pillow Talking
"Out of a number of fine group moments, the very best may be the trip to the out-of-town bar where the kids, particularly Willard, dance, as Willard learns that moving his body to music doesn't hurt... Willard's "Mama Says (You Can't Back Down)" is a classic comedy gem"
- Marakay Rogers, Broadway World
"There are some great moves hiding beneath Willard’s bib overalls!"
- Mary Ellen Wright, LancasterOnline
Wonderful Town - Musicals Tonight! - "Wreck" Loomis
"Wonderful casting pairs the substantial Wiens and tiny Gottlieb to best advantage. Moving her aside by absently lifting and repositioning her is directorial candy. Wiens handles “Pass the Football” with dumb, wistful skill."
- Alix Cohen, WomanAroundTown.com
"David J. Wiens as the gentle giant Wreck and diminutive Jillian Gottlieb as his girlfriend Helen have a special rapport."
- Victor Gluck, TheaterScene.net
Man Of La Mancha - Montclair Operetta - Don Quixote
"Wiens brings an affability to the role and has a gorgeous voice, too."
- Gwen Orel, northjersey.com
THE UNDERPANTS GODOT - UnFringed Festival - Biff Shower
"The other standout performer was David J. Wiens, who was extraordinary as Biff and Pozzo.
Appearing with his red, long-john, union suit butt flap open, his cheery, cherry, cherubic ass stole the show."
- Tom Stevens, Applause! Applause!
Elf - National TOur - Buddy
"Buddy, normally played by Daniel Patrick Smith, was played by understudy David J. Wiens on opening night, with a good deal of grace and no signs of being the backup - he's funny, he's charming, and he makes an overgrown elf in an elf suit look like someone you wouldn't mind knowing."
- Marakay Rogers, Broadway World
"Tuesday night's opening at Hershey Theatre featured understudy David J. Wiens in the role of Buddy, filling in for regular Daniel Patrick Smith. Wiens did an excellent job, and his performance in no way felt junior varsity."
- David N. Dunkle, PennLive
Moonlight and Magnolias - Different Stages - Selznick
"David Wiens as Selznick does a fantastic job with his long, heartfelt and sometimes frenetic monologues, and he bears a striking resemblance to Selznick himself."
- Jen Poiry-Prough, Whatzup Magazine
Sound Of Music - Different Stages - Max
"David Wiens and Stephanie Cowan as Max and Elsa are the perfect balance of smarmy charm (Max) and frosty elegance (Elsa).... The look Wiens exchanges with Lukacek and Teasdale as they silently thank him brought me to tears."
- Jen Poiry-Prough, Whatzup Magazine