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David Byrne

Birth Place: Dumbarton, Dunbarstonshire, SCOTLAND

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BIO

Broadway: American Utopia (2019). Byrne works in a variety of mediums. Born in Dumbarton, Scotland, he grew up in North America and was educated at art schools in Maryland and Rhode Island. Since leaving the Talking Heads, the band he co-founded in the 1970s, Byrne has released nine solo albums, most recently American Utopia (2018). Byrne has been honored with an Academy Award, Golden Globe, and Grammy awards, along with Obie, Outer Critics Circle, Drama Desk, Lucille Lortel and the Theatre World awards for Here Lies Love.

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STAGE CREDITS

[Broadway]
Broadway Return Engagement, 2021
Guitar/Vocals

Productions

 
[Off-Broadway, 2017]
Orchestrations and Arrangements

Writing

Lyricist
Author
Composer
Book, Music, and Lyrics
Music, Lyrics
Composer/Lyricist
Composer
Lyricist


TV Shows

Trying Times
Byron
The Simpsons
[ 2003-2012 ] David Byrne
Life & Beth
Dr. B

Awards and Nominations

Tony Awards - 2024 - Best Original Score (Music and/or Lyrics) Written for the Theatre

David Byrne, Here Lies Love


winner
New York Drama Critics Circle Awards - 2020 - Special Citations

David Byrne, American Utopia

Olivier Awards - 2015 - Outstanding Achievement in Music

David ByrneHere Lies Love

Drama Desk Awards - 2013 - Outstanding Music

David Byrne, Here Lies Love


winner
Obie Awards - 2013 - Music And Lyrics

David Byrne, Here Lies Love

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News


Video: LaChanze Takes On 'Heaven on Their Minds' at Miscast

Tony winner LaChanze appears in the latest flashback performance from MCC Theater's MISCAST23! Watch as she sings 'Heaven on Their Minds' from Jesus Christ Superstar in this video. 
Rufus Wainwright's 'Dream Requiem' Recording to Be Released in 2025

Rufus Wainwright's latest work, Dream Requiem, received its world premiere in Paris this year with the Orchestre Philharmonique de Radio France and with Meryl Streep as the narrator. On January 17th 2025, Warner Classics will release the live recording.
Royal Court Reveals Additional Two Associate Playwrights

Following an extensive national open call-out, the Royal Court Theatre has today announced that Ishy Din (Approaching Empty) and Beth Flintoff (Henry I) will complete the team of Associate Playwrights at the Royal Court, announced earlier this year.
Video: LIFE AND TRUST Welcomes Andrew Barth Feldman for 100th Performance

Broadway and film star Andrew Barth Feldman (Dear Evan Hansen, Little Shop of Horrors, No Hard Feelings) joined the cast of Life and Trust for one night only in a special guest star role. Check out photos and video from his appearance!
Photos: Andrew Barth Feldman Joins LIFE AND TRUST 100th Performance

Last night, Emursive’s Life And Trust, a Faustian world of money, sex, and power unfolding in the heart of New York’s Financial District, celebrated their 100th performance at Conwell Tower with Broadway and film star Andrew Barth Feldman. See photos!
The Magic Theatre 2025 Performances Passes Available Now

MAGIC THEATRE announced that 2025 performance passes are now available, offering theatergoers the opportunity to experience a diverse lineup of productions throughout the upcoming season.
They Might Be Giants Reveal 2025 US Tour Dates

Brooklyn originals They Might Be Giants will bring their BIG SHOW TOUR across the United States in 2025 through June. The tour begins in Orlando on February 27 and will hit Nashville, Atlanta, San Francisco, San Diego, Los Angeles, Portland, Seattle, and beyond.
Nancy Medina Will Direct A GOOD HOUSE as Part of Bristol Old Vic's 2025 Spring/Summer Season

Bristol Old Vic has announced its Spring/Summer Season for 2025, including a flagship production directed by Nancy Medina. Learn more about the full season here!
4.48 PSYCHOSIS and More Set For Royal Court Theatre's 24/25 Season

The Royal Court Theatre has announced Artistic Director David Byrne’s second season. Learn more about the full season lineup here!
4.48 PSYCHOSIS Transfers to The Other Place Next Year

The Royal Shakespeare Company and the Royal Court Theatre have announced a new co-production of 4.48 Psychosis, which sees the original cast and creative team re-visit Sarah Kane’s final masterpiece 25 years on.
Wake Up With BroadwayWorld October 15, 2024

Rise and shine, BroadwayWorld! It is October 15, 2024 and it's time to catch up on all of the theatrical happenings you may have missed in the last 24 hours.
Broadway Cares/Equity Fights AIDS Adds Eight Industry Voices to its Board of Trustees

The Broadway Cares/Equity Fights AIDS Board of Trustees voted unanimously on October 10, 2024, to add eight renowned industry leaders, all with a shared commitment to the lifesaving impact of Broadway Cares.
November At Lincoln Center to Feature U.S. Premiere Of INK, Rubén Blades Series & More

Discover November's lineup at Lincoln Center will feature the U.S. premiere of INK, the Rubén Blades Visionary Artist Series and more. See full programming and learn how to purchase tickets.
The College Of Performing Arts At The New School Announces 2024-2025 Performance Season

The College of Performing Arts at The New School announced its 2024-2025 performance season, featuring a range of concerts, recitals, and theatrical productions by students and faculty.
The Royal Court Theatre Launches 'The Writers' Card' Membership and New Writer Support Programmes

The Royal Court Theatre has launched The Writers' Card, a new membership at the heart of an expanded package to support playwrights at every stage in their career. 
Photos: Kyle Selig Joins WATER FOR ELEPHANTS on Broadway

WATER FOR ELEPHANTS welcomed Broadway’s Kyle Selig to the role of Jacob Jankowski on Tuesday, September 3, 2024. See photos here!
Video: Kyle Selig Joins WATER FOR ELEPHANTS on Broadway

Water For Elephants officially welcomed Kyle Selig in the role of Jacob Jankowski beginning Tuesday, September 3, 2024. Check out a behind the scenes video as well as Selig's first curtain call!
Khruangbin to Perform at The Fox Theatre in September

Khruangbin will present two performances at the Fox Theatre in September. Learn more about the band and see how to purchase tickets.
Review: BANDSTAND Breaks New Ground at Front Porch Theatricals

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Video: Meet New WATER FOR ELEPHANTS Star, Kyle Selig

Water for Elephants will soon welcome Kyle Selig to the role of Jacob Jankowski beginning Tuesday, September 3, taking over for Grant Gustin. How will he fare in the role? Recap just a few of our favorite Kyle performances in these videos!

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

How many Broadway shows has David Byrne been in?

David Byrne has appeared on Broadway in 2 shows.

How many West End shows has David Byrne been in?

David Byrne has not appeared in the West End.

What awards has David Byrne been nominated for?

Best Original Score (Music and/or Lyrics) Written for the Theatre (Tony Awards) for Here Lies Love, Special Citations (New York Drama Critics Circle Awards) for American Utopia, Outstanding Achievement in Music (Olivier Awards) for Here Lies Love, Outstanding Music (Drama Desk Awards) for Here Lies Love and Music And Lyrics (Obie Awards) for Here Lies Love.

What awards has David Byrne won?

David Byrne has won several awards, including Special Citations from the New York Drama Critics Circle Awards for American Utopia, and Music and Lyrics at the Obie Awards for Here Lies Love.

How many shows has David Byrne written?

David Byrne has written 4 shows including The Catherine Wheel (Composer/Lyricist), Here Lies Love (Lyricist), Joan of Arc: Into the Fire (Book, Music, and Lyrics), American Utopia (Music, Lyrics).

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