David Byrne
Birth Place: Dumbarton, Dunbarstonshire, SCOTLAND
Latest News on David Byrne:
String Quartet ETHEL And Bassist Ron Carter to Present REFLECTIONS ON MONK AND BACH (Dec 16, 2024)
Creative Team Set For THE LAST FIVE YEARS Starring Nick Jonas and Adrienne Warren (Dec 13, 2024)
Meow Meow To Star In IT'S COME TO THIS At Soho Theatre (Dec 11, 2024)
String Quartet ETHEL And Bassist Ron Carter to Present REFLECTIONS ON MONK AND BACH (Dec 16, 2024)
Creative Team Set For THE LAST FIVE YEARS Starring Nick Jonas and Adrienne Warren (Dec 13, 2024)
Meow Meow To Star In IT'S COME TO THIS At Soho Theatre (Dec 11, 2024)
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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Jose Llana, Lea Salonga, Arielle Jacobs, Conrad Ricamora, Costume Designer Clint Ramos, Director Alex Timbers, Scenic Designer David Korins, Choreographer Annie-B Parson and Co-Composer, Concept, Lyricist David Byrne, Lead Producers Jose Antonio Vargas, Clint Ramos, Diana DiMenna, Patrick Catullo, Hal Luftig and Kevin Connor and the cast of "Here Lies Love" including Melody Butiu, Jaygee Macapugay, Julia Abueva, Aaron Alcaraz, Kristina Doucette, Jeigh Madjus, Geena Quintos, Shea Renne, Angelo Soriano, Moses Villarama, Jasmine Forsberg, Reanne Acasio, Renée Albulario, Carol Angeli, Nathan Angelo, Roy Flores, Timothy Matthew Flores, Sarah Kay and Aaron "AJ" Mercado
Date:
05/09/2023
From: Photos: Arielle Jacobs, Jose Llana, Lea Salonga, And The Company Of HERE LIES LOVE Meet The Press!
STAGE CREDITS
Productions
Writing
Lyricist
Author
Composer
Author
Composer
Book, Music, and Lyrics
Music, Lyrics
Composer/Lyricist
Composer
Lyricist
Composer
Lyricist
TV Shows
Trying Times
Byron
Byron
The Simpsons
[ 2003-2012 ] David Byrne
[ 2003-2012 ] David Byrne
Life & Beth
Dr. B
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
Videos
Video: LIFE AND TRUST Welcomes Andrew Barth Feldman for 100th Performance
by A.A. Cristi - Oct 29, 2024
Video: Cody Spencer Celebrates Tony Win for Best Sound Design of a Musical
by Joey Mervis - Jun 16, 2024
Video: Watch LaChanze Discuss Becoming a Broadway Producer on CBS SUNDAY MORNING
by Blair Ingenthron - Feb 18, 2024
Video: Watch the Cast of HERE LIES LOVE Perform Unplugged 'Child of the Philippines'
by Blair Ingenthron - Nov 3, 2023
Video: HERE LIES LOVE Cast Members Perform Unplugged Version of 'Walk Like A Woman'
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Oct 30, 2023
Video: Watch HERE LIES LOVE Cast Members Perform 'Opposite Attraction' Unplugged
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Oct 30, 2023
Video: David Byrne Calls HERE LIES LOVE's Dancing Audience His 'Dream Come True'
by Michael Major - Oct 6, 2023
Video: Watch Arielle Jacobs & HERE LIES LOVE Perform on GOOD MORNING AMERICA
by Michael Major - Sep 28, 2023
Video: David Byrne & More Talk HERE LIES LOVE's Immersive Sound Design
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Sep 18, 2023
Video: Arielle Jacobs Knows That Audiences Need HERE LIES LOVE Now More Than Ever
by Backstage Live with Richard Ridge - Aug 2, 2023
Video: David Byrne Reveals What Inspired Him to Create HERE LIES LOVE on MORNING JOE
by Michael Major - Jul 20, 2023
Video: Who Are the Real People Behind the Story of HERE LIES LOVE? The Cast Explains
by Nicole Rosky - Jul 20, 2023
Video: Arielle Jacobs, Lea Salonga, Jose Llana, and More Talk HERE LIES LOVE
by Blair Ingenthron - Jul 16, 2023
Video: HERE LIES LOVE Company Talks Bringing the Show to Broadway
by Chloe Rabinowitz - May 10, 2023
News
String Quartet ETHEL And Bassist Ron Carter to Present REFLECTIONS ON MONK AND BACH
The string quartet ETHEL and legendary bassist Ron Carter will join forces for an unforgettable classical-jazz mashup performance at Zankel Hall at Carnegie Hall this winter. Learn how to purchase tickets.
The string quartet ETHEL and legendary bassist Ron Carter will join forces for an unforgettable classical-jazz mashup performance at Zankel Hall at Carnegie Hall this winter. Learn how to purchase tickets.
Creative Team Set For THE LAST FIVE YEARS Starring Nick Jonas and Adrienne Warren
The design team and additional creative team members have been announced for the first-ever Broadway production of Tony Award winner Jason Robert Brown’s THE LAST FIVE YEARS. Learn more about the team here!
The design team and additional creative team members have been announced for the first-ever Broadway production of Tony Award winner Jason Robert Brown’s THE LAST FIVE YEARS. Learn more about the team here!
Meow Meow To Star In IT'S COME TO THIS At Soho Theatre
International singing sensation and purr-fect post-pandemic, post-post-modern Superstar Meow Meow has announcef a limited run of her show It's Come To This at Soho Theatre in May 2025, following her critically acclaimed global takeover.
International singing sensation and purr-fect post-pandemic, post-post-modern Superstar Meow Meow has announcef a limited run of her show It's Come To This at Soho Theatre in May 2025, following her critically acclaimed global takeover.
ATG Entertainment Names Lori Hotz as North American CEO
Lori Hotz, a senior executive with a track record of leadership, innovation, and breakthrough business results, has joined ATG Entertainment's senior leadership team as North American CEO. Learn more about Hotz.
Lori Hotz, a senior executive with a track record of leadership, innovation, and breakthrough business results, has joined ATG Entertainment's senior leadership team as North American CEO. Learn more about Hotz.
String Quartet Ethel Releases 'Persist' Album with Flutist Allison Loggins-Hull
Acclaimed string quartet ETHEL has released their eighth album Persist, for which the group reconvened with the dynamic flutist Allison Loggins-Hull. Listen to it here.
Acclaimed string quartet ETHEL has released their eighth album Persist, for which the group reconvened with the dynamic flutist Allison Loggins-Hull. Listen to it here.
CINDY OF ARC to Continue Monthly At Laurie Beechman Theatre
Cindy of Arc will continue its monthly residency at the Laurie Beechman Theater in NYC. Cindy of Arc is directed by Emmy-Winning writer and Tony-nominated producer Dani Davis. Learn how to purchase tickets. Learn more!
Cindy of Arc will continue its monthly residency at the Laurie Beechman Theater in NYC. Cindy of Arc is directed by Emmy-Winning writer and Tony-nominated producer Dani Davis. Learn how to purchase tickets. Learn more!
GIANT Starring John Lithgow Will Transfer to the West End
The Royal Court Theatre's production of Mark Rosenblatt's GIANT will have a 14 week limited run at the Harold Pinter Theatre in London's West End. Learn more about the show here!
The Royal Court Theatre's production of Mark Rosenblatt's GIANT will have a 14 week limited run at the Harold Pinter Theatre in London's West End. Learn more about the show here!
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.
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.
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.
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!
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!
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.
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.
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!
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!
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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 prestigious awards, including Special Citations from the New York Drama Critics Circle Awards for American Utopia, as well as Music and Lyrics from 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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