05/31/2026
A veteran of the craft, David Akiva Klionsky is a master of character, bringing a seasoned depth to stage, screen, and audiobooks. With hundreds of stage productions under his belt across NYC and Raleigh—including his recent leading role in The Lifespan of a Fact—David’s versatility is as extensive as his career.
A student of the legendary Terry Schreiber, Sandy Dennis, and Gloria Maddox, David has also earned widespread accolades for his work as a narrator on Audible. Whether he is commanding a theater or building a world through voiceover, his performances are rooted in decades of professional excellence.
Fun Fact: Beyond the spotlight, David is an avid pinball machine collector and a dedicated philanthropist. He runs an annual Scrabble tournament that has raised over $110,000 for Duke Children’s Hospital and serves as a volunteer reading tutor in Wake County.
Explore his work: davidakiva.com