David Serero

David Serero, born on April 22, 1981, is a distinguished Moroccan-French baritone opera singer, as well as a stage and film director and producer. His impressive repertoire includes iconic roles such as Cyrano in *Cyrano de Bergerac*, Othello, Richard III, Don Giovanni, and Escamillo in *Carmen*. Serero's talent has graced stages across the globe, including performances in America, Europe, the Middle East, Asia, and Russia.

His career milestones are noteworthy; in 2019, he received the prestigious Albert Nelson Marquis Lifetime Achievement Award, and the following year, he was honored with the UNESCO Award for Diversity. Additionally, he triumphed at the 2020 BroadwayWorld Awards, winning accolades for Best Performer and Best Producer in both musical and play categories. His contributions to the arts were recognized by New York City's Mayor, Bill de Blasio, who presented him with a Certificate of Recognition.

Serero's musical journey began in Paris, where he studied jazz piano and honed his craft at the HB Studio in New York. He furthered his education at the Rimsky-Korsakov Music Conservatory in St. Petersburg, making his operatic debut as Scarpia in *Tosca*. His European debut came in 2006 as Escamillo at the Brasov Opera, leading to a prolific career with performances in notable operas such as *La Traviata* and *The Pearl Fishers*. His versatility also led him to the screen, including a role in Jackie Chan's *Chinese Zodiac*.