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BIO

Danya Taymor is a New York based director, writer and translator. Recent direction includes Will Arbery's HEROES OF THE FOURTH TURNING (Playwrights Horizons, Pulitzer Prize Finalist, Lortel Outstanding Play) Korde Arrington Tuttle's GRAVEYARD SHIFT (Goodman Theater), Jeremy O. Harris' "DADDY" (Almeida London + New Group/Vineyard), Antoinette Nwandu's PASS OVER (Lincoln Center + Steppenwolf, Lortel Outstanding Play), Danai Gurira's FAMILIAR (Steppenwolf), Martyna Majok's QUEENS (Lincoln Center Theater), Justin Kuritzkes’ THE SENSUALITY PARTY (The New Group), Susan Soon-He Stanton’s CYGNUS (Women’s Project), Brian Watkins’ WYOMING (Lesser America) and MY DAUGHTER KEEPS OUR HAMMER (The Flea), and Sarah Gancher’s THE PLACE WE BUILT (The Flea). Translations include Alejandro Ricaño's We Are Getting Better at Saying Goodbye, Luis Enrique Guitierrez Ortiz Monasterio's I Hate Fucking Mexicans,and Ettore Scola's Working on a Special Day.


Her production Antoinette Nwandu's PASS OVER was filmed in collaboration with Spike Lee and premiered at the Sundance Film Festival. Now streaming on Amazon Prime.
Awards and fellowships include the Cullman Award for Extraordinary Creativity from Lincoln Center, Time Warner Directing Fellowship at Women's Project, 2050 fellowship at New York Theatre Workshop, Van Lier Directing Fellowship; Gates Foundation Grant, Rough Draft Residency at the Drama League and the Lincoln Center Directors Lab. She has taught theater in Ecuador and Slovakia.
Most recently, Taymor directed The Outsiders on Broadway, for which she won the Tony Award for Best Direction of a Musical. She was also nominated for a Drama Desk Award for this production.

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Awards and Nominations

Drama Desk Awards - 2024 - Outstanding Direction of a Musical

Danya Taymor, The Outsiders


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Tony Awards - 2024 - Best Direction of a Musical

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Obie Awards - 2020 - Special Citation

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Videos

News


THE GREAT GATSBY and More Set for Broadway at the Hobby Center 2025-2026 Season
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Feb 11, 2025

The Hobby Center for the Performing Arts has revealed the 2025-2026 Memorial Hermann Broadway at the Hobby Center Season featuring six Houston premieres and the return of audience favorites. Learn more!
Alex Joseph Grayson Will Take Over as 'Dallas' in THE OUTSIDERS
by Nicole Rosky - Feb 10, 2025

Alex Joseph Grayson (Parade, Into the Woods) will begin performances as “Dallas Winston” on Friday, February 28th at the Bernard B. Jacobs Theatre. Joshua Boone played his final performance in the role on Sunday, January 26th.
THE OUTSIDERS to Hold Open Casting Call For Ponyboy Curtis & Johnny Cade
by Michael Major - Feb 7, 2025

The Outsiders will hold an open casting call for the roles of Ponyboy Curtis and Johnny Cade this month. The call is for the national tour, as well as future Broadway replacements. Looking to join the Broadway or touring productions? Find out how to audition!
Wake Up With BroadwayWorld February 7, 2025
by - Feb 7, 2025

Rise and shine, BroadwayWorld! It is February 7, 2025 and it's time to catch up on all of the theatrical happenings you may have missed in the last 24 hours.
Photos: Meet the Cast of JOHN PROCTOR IS THE VILLAIN Starring Sadie Sink
by Stephi Wild - Feb 6, 2025

All new photos have been released of the cast of John Proctor is the Villain, a new play by Kimberly Belflower, with direction by Tony Award winner Danya Taymor, and starring Sadie Sink. Check out the photos here!
SHUCKED, & JULIET, and More Set For 2025/26 Main Mirvish Theatre Subscription Season
by Stephi Wild - Feb 4, 2025

Mirvish has announced its 2025/26 Main Subscription Season, which is made up of seven productions, all musicals.   Four are Canadian premieres, two are Toronto premieres and one is a brand-new sit-down Canadian production of an international hit. 
Video: Sadie Sink Talks Broadway Return in JOHN PROCTOR IS THE VILLAIN on THE TONIGHT SHOW
by Josh Sharpe - Jan 31, 2025

Sadie Sink is returning to Broadway in the new play John Proctor is the Villain. Ahead of its premiere, the star visited The Tonight Show to talk about her love for theater and how she feels returning to her Broadway roots. Watch the interview now!
THE OUTSIDERS Cancels Matinee Performance Saturday Due to Power Outage
by Blair Ingenthron - Jan 25, 2025

The Saturday, January 25th 2pm matinee of THE OUTSIDERS has been cancelled due to a Con Edison power outrage. Learn more about the show's upcoming schedule here.
WICKED, THE GREAT GATSBY & More Set for Broadway Dallas 2025/2026 Broadway Series
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Jan 24, 2025

Broadway Dallas and Broadway Across America revealed the full lineup of Broadway shows coming to Dallas in the 2025/2026 Broadway Series. See the full lineup including Wicked and more.
John Douglas Thompson To Be Honored At Red Bull Theater Benefit
by A.A. Cristi - Jan 15, 2025

Red Bull Theater has announced that John Douglas Thompson will be presented with the Matador Award for Extraordinary Achievement in Classical Theater at the Running of the Red Bulls Gala Benefit.
25 Broadway People to Watch in 2025
by Sidney Paterra - Jan 5, 2025

Who should you keep your eye on as the spring season begins and awards season approaches? Check out our list of just 25 performers and creatives to watch out for in the new year! ​ ​
Video: Danya Taymor and Emma Pittman Talk THE OUTSIDERS on Good Morning America
by Blair Ingenthron - Jan 4, 2025

Watch Director Danya Taymor and cast member Emma Pittman discuss the success of THE OUTSIDERS with Gio Benitez on Good Morning America in the video here!
Photos: The New York Public Library Opens the Harvey Fierstein Theatre Lab
by Bruce Glikas - Dec 23, 2024

The New York Public Library for the Performing Arts at Lincoln Center recently unveiled its new theater incubator space, the Harvey Fierstein Theatre Lab, which is now complete and open and accessible to the public. Check out photos from the opening here!
Photos: On the Red Carpet at EUREKA DAY Opening Night
by Bruce Glikas - Dec 18, 2024

Eureka Day by Jonathan Spector, directed by Tony Award winner Anna D. Shapiro, is now officially open on Broadway. BroadwayWorld was there at opening night and you can check out photos from the red carpet here!
Broadway Buying Guide: December 16, 2024- WICKED and HAMILTON Are on Top
by Team BWW - Dec 16, 2024

Looking for the best deals on Broadway shows? Welcome to our new weekly guide to the most popular shows listed on BroadwayWorld. Check out which shows are selling this week, December 16, 2024.
Best Broadway Shows in 2025- What's Coming!
by Sidney Paterra - Dec 13, 2024

Looking for what the best shows to see in 2025 on Broadway will be? Our editors have rounded up info on all of the Broadway productions which have revealed full details of their upcoming engagements. Check out a full list of what's to come on Broadway in 2025 including plays, musicals, revivals, new shows and of course - stars!
Video: THE OUTSIDERS Cast and Composers Perform 'Far Away From Tulsa'
by Stephi Wild - Dec 12, 2024

The Broadway cast of The Outsiders made an appearance on Jimmy Kimmel Live! last night, where they performed “Far Away from Tulsa” from the musical. Check out the video here!
Danya Taymor to Direct TROPHY BOYS US Premiere at MCC Theater
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Dec 9, 2024

MCC Theater has revealed the final production of their 2024-2025 season, the US Premiere of Trophy Boys, by Emmanuelle Mattana and directed by 2024 Tony Award-winner Danya Taymor. Learn more and see how to attend.
Photo: JOHN PROCTOR IS THE VILLAIN Key Art First Look; On Sale Dates Set
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Nov 21, 2024

Get a first look at key art and more information about John Proctor is the Villain starring Sadie Sink here! Learn more about the production and see how to purchase tickets.
Daniel Aukin and nicHi douglas Receive Joe A. Callaway Awards from SDCF
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Oct 31, 2024

Stage Directors and Choreographers Foundation's 2023-2024 Joe A. Callaway Awards will be awarded to Daniel Aukin for excellence in directing for Stereophonic and nicHi douglas for excellence in choreography for (pray). Learn more about the award!

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

What awards has Danya Taymor been nominated for?

Outstanding Direction of a Musical (Drama Desk Awards) for The Outsiders, Best Direction of a Musical (Tony Awards) for The Outsiders and Special Citation (Obie Awards) for Heroes of the Fourth Turning.

What awards has Danya Taymor won?

Danya Taymor has won the Best Direction of a Musical at the Tony Awards for The Outsiders and a Special Citation at the Obie Awards for Heroes of the Fourth Turning.

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