Dede Ayite
Latest News on Dede Ayite:
Video: Zoey Deutch Shares What Draws Her to OUR TOWN (Nov 19, 2024)
Nick Rashad Burroughs, Amber Iman & More to Star in GODDESS at The Public Theater (Nov 19, 2024)
OUR TOWN Will Host Autism Friendly Performance in January (Nov 15, 2024)
Video: Zoey Deutch Shares What Draws Her to OUR TOWN (Nov 19, 2024)
Nick Rashad Burroughs, Amber Iman & More to Star in GODDESS at The Public Theater (Nov 19, 2024)
OUR TOWN Will Host Autism Friendly Performance in January (Nov 15, 2024)
BIO
Dede Ayite is a costume designer whose Broadway credits include A Soldier’s Play, Slave Play, American Son, and Children of a Lesser God. Select Off-Broadway credits include Secret Life of Bees, FireFlies, Marie and Rosetta, Tell Hector I Miss Him (Atlantic); By The Way, Meet Vera Stark, JHAT (Signature); BLKS, Collective Rage…, School Girls… (MCC); Slave Play (NYTW); Sugar in Our Wounds (MTC); If Pretty Hurts…, Mankind, Bella: An American Tall Tale (Playwrights Horizons); The Royale (Lincoln Center); Ugly Lies the Bone (Roundabout); and brownsville song [b-side for tray] (LCT3). Regionally, Ayite’s works has appeared at Oregon Shakespeare Festival; Williamstown Theatre Festival; Steppenwolf; American Repertory Theater, Denver Center; California Shakespeare; La Jolla Playhouse; Berkeley Repertory; Baltimore Center Stage; Arena Stage; Cleveland Playhouse; Signature Theatre; and McCarter Theatre, Hartford Stage. She has worked in television with Netflix, Comedy Central, and FOX Shortcoms. Ayite earned her MFA at the Yale School of Drama and has received an Obie, Lucille Lortel, Helen Hayes, Theatre Bay Area, and Jeff Awards, along with four Drama Desk Nominations.
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Awards and Nominations
Drama Desk Awards - 2024 - Outstanding Costume Design of a Musical
Dede Ayite, Buena Vista Social Club
Outer Critics Circle Awards - 2024 - Outstanding Costume Design (Broadway or Off-Broadway)
Dede Ayite, Jaja's African Hair Braiding
The Lortels - 2024 - Outstanding Costume Design
Dede Ayite, Buena Vista Social Club
Tony Awards - 2024 - Best Costume Design of a Musical
Dede Ayite, Hell's Kitchen
winner
Tony Awards - 2024 - Best Costume Design of a Play
Dede Ayite, Jaja's African Hair Braiding
Tony Awards - 2024 - Best Costume Design of a Play
Dede Ayite, Appropriate
Outer Critics Circle Awards - 2023 - Outstanding Costume Design (Play or Musical)
Dede Ayite, Topdog/Underdog
winner
Drama Desk Awards - 2022 - Special Award
Dede Ayite
Tony Awards - 2020 - Best Costume Design of a Play
Dede Ayite, Slave Play
Tony Awards - 2020 - Best Costume Design of a Play
Dede Ayite, A Soldier's Play
Videos
Video: Heléne Yorke and Michael Zegen in STRATEGIC LOVE PLAY Off-Broadway
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Nov 13, 2024
Video: Dede Ayite Celebrates Tony Win for Best Costume Design of a Play
by Joey Mervis - Jun 16, 2024
Video: Get a First Look at HOME on Broadway Directed By Kenny Leon
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Jun 7, 2024
Photos & Video: The Museum of Broadway Celebrates JAJA'S AFRICAN HAIR BRAIDING
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Jun 5, 2024
Video: Shoshana Bean and Maleah Joi Moon in the Official Music Video For 'No One' From HELL'S KITCHEN
by Stephi Wild - May 31, 2024
Video: HELL'S KITCHEN Cast and Crew Celebrates Mother's Day with Tribute Video
by Blair Ingenthron - May 12, 2024
Video: Watch a Trailer for Steppenwolf's PURPOSE, Directed by Phylicia Rashad
by Blair Ingenthron - Mar 10, 2024
Video: Watch Alicia Keys Talk HELL'S KITCHEN on CBS SUNDAY MORNING
by Blair Ingenthron - Nov 12, 2023
VIDEO: Watch Footage from X: THE LIFE AND TIMES OF MALCOLM X at The Metropolitan Opera
by Blair Ingenthron - Nov 5, 2023
Video: Shoshana Bean and Brandon Victor Dixon Perform 'Not Even The King' From Alicia Keys' HELL'S KITCHEN
by Stephi Wild - Oct 24, 2023
VIDEO: Go Inside Rehearsal for X: THE LIFE AND TIMES OF MALCOLM X at the Metropolitan Opera
by Blair Ingenthron - Oct 22, 2023
Video: Watch Rehearsal Footage of HELL'S KITCHEN at The Public Theater
by Blair Ingenthron - Oct 7, 2023
Photos/Video: First Look at Audra McDonald and More in OHIO STATE MURDERS, Opening Tonight!
by Show Highlights - Dec 8, 2022
News
Video: Zoey Deutch Shares What Draws Her to OUR TOWN
Zoey Deutch visited TODAY with Hoda and Jenna to discuss the new production of Thornton Wilder's Out Town, which is currently playing at the Barrymore Theatre. Watch the interview now!
Zoey Deutch visited TODAY with Hoda and Jenna to discuss the new production of Thornton Wilder's Out Town, which is currently playing at the Barrymore Theatre. Watch the interview now!
Nick Rashad Burroughs, Amber Iman & More to Star in GODDESS at The Public Theater
The Public Theater has revealed the initial cast for the upcoming musical GODDESS. After a world premiere at Berkeley Repertory Theatre, GODDESS will make its debut in New York. See who is starring and learn how to purchase tickets.
The Public Theater has revealed the initial cast for the upcoming musical GODDESS. After a world premiere at Berkeley Repertory Theatre, GODDESS will make its debut in New York. See who is starring and learn how to purchase tickets.
OUR TOWN Will Host Autism Friendly Performance in January
TDF will host an autism-friendly performance of Thornton Wilder’s Our Town in January, tailored for families with members on the autism spectrum or with other developmental or cognitive disabilities.
TDF will host an autism-friendly performance of Thornton Wilder’s Our Town in January, tailored for families with members on the autism spectrum or with other developmental or cognitive disabilities.
Video: Heléne Yorke and Michael Zegen in STRATEGIC LOVE PLAY Off-Broadway
Audible is presenting The New York premiere of Strategic Love Play, starring Heléne Yorke and Michael Zegen. Strategic Love Play is now playing at Audible’s Minetta Lane Theatre. See footage here!
Audible is presenting The New York premiere of Strategic Love Play, starring Heléne Yorke and Michael Zegen. Strategic Love Play is now playing at Audible’s Minetta Lane Theatre. See footage here!
Video: Jim Parsons Recalls First Time Reading OUR TOWN
In a new interview, Jim Parsons admitted that he hadn't seen or read Our Town before he became involved with the production which is currently playing at Barrymore Theatre. Watch Parsons discuss his experience with the play!
In a new interview, Jim Parsons admitted that he hadn't seen or read Our Town before he became involved with the production which is currently playing at Barrymore Theatre. Watch Parsons discuss his experience with the play!
OTHELLO Starring Denzel Washington and Jake Gyllenhaal Finds Full Cast
The complete cast has been announced for Shakespeare's Othello, starring Tony Award winner and two-time Academy Award winner Denzel Washington and Tony Award nominee and Academy Award nominee Jake Gyllenhaal.
The complete cast has been announced for Shakespeare's Othello, starring Tony Award winner and two-time Academy Award winner Denzel Washington and Tony Award nominee and Academy Award nominee Jake Gyllenhaal.
Photos: STRATEGIC LOVE PLAY, Starring Heléne Yorke and Michael Zegen, Opens Off-Broadway
The New York premiere of Strategic Love Play, starring Heléne Yorke and Michael Zegen, opened on Sunday, November 10 at Audible’s Minetta Lane Theatre. Check out photos from opening night here!
The New York premiere of Strategic Love Play, starring Heléne Yorke and Michael Zegen, opened on Sunday, November 10 at Audible’s Minetta Lane Theatre. Check out photos from opening night here!
Photos: Heléne Yorke and Michael Zegen in STRATEGIC LOVE PLAY
The New York premiere of Strategic Love Play, starring Heléne Yorke and Michael Zegen, is being presented by Audible. See photos here!
The New York premiere of Strategic Love Play, starring Heléne Yorke and Michael Zegen, is being presented by Audible. See photos here!
Video: Kandi Burruss Shares Why She Joined OTHELLO as a Producer
Following producing duties in The Piano Lesson and The Wiz, multi-hyphenate Kandi Burruss is taking on Shakespeare. Along with her husband Todd Tucker, the performer is lending her producing skills to Broadway's upcoming revival of Othello starring Denzel Washington and Jake Gyllenhaal. Watch her discuss the project on Live with Kelly and Mark!
Following producing duties in The Piano Lesson and The Wiz, multi-hyphenate Kandi Burruss is taking on Shakespeare. Along with her husband Todd Tucker, the performer is lending her producing skills to Broadway's upcoming revival of Othello starring Denzel Washington and Jake Gyllenhaal. Watch her discuss the project on Live with Kelly and Mark!
Audible Theater's STRATEGIC LOVE PLAY Begins Performances Tomorrow
The New York premiere of Strategic Love Play, starring Heléne Yorke and Michael Zegen begins previews tomorrow – Friday, November 1 – at Audible’s Minetta Lane Theatre. Learn how to purchase tickets.
The New York premiere of Strategic Love Play, starring Heléne Yorke and Michael Zegen begins previews tomorrow – Friday, November 1 – at Audible’s Minetta Lane Theatre. Learn how to purchase tickets.
Andrew Burnap, Anthony Michael Lopez, and More Join OTHELLO
The upcoming revival of Shakespeare's Othello has found its cast, joining previously announced Denzel Washington and Jake Gyllenhaal. Check out who will join the lineup here!
The upcoming revival of Shakespeare's Othello has found its cast, joining previously announced Denzel Washington and Jake Gyllenhaal. Check out who will join the lineup here!
OUR TOWN to Honor Veterans in November in Partnership with TDF
The current Broadway revival of Thornton Wilder’s Our Town, directed by Tony Award-winner Kenny Leon, is launching a partnership with TDF’s Veterans Theatregoing Program. Learn more!
The current Broadway revival of Thornton Wilder’s Our Town, directed by Tony Award-winner Kenny Leon, is launching a partnership with TDF’s Veterans Theatregoing Program. Learn more!
Jessica Vosk Will Join HELL'S KITCHEN in December
Jessica Vosk will star as Jersey in the hit musical Hell's Kitchen on Broadway. As previously announced Shoshana Bean, who originated and received a Tony Nomination for her role, will play her final performance on Sunday, December 1.
Jessica Vosk will star as Jersey in the hit musical Hell's Kitchen on Broadway. As previously announced Shoshana Bean, who originated and received a Tony Nomination for her role, will play her final performance on Sunday, December 1.
Video: Zoey Deutch Discusses Longtime Dream of Performing OUR TOWN
Zoey Deutch visited CBS Mornings to discuss making her Bradway debut in the new production of Thornton Wilder's Out Town, which is currently playing at the Barrymore Theatre. Watch the interview now!
Zoey Deutch visited CBS Mornings to discuss making her Bradway debut in the new production of Thornton Wilder's Out Town, which is currently playing at the Barrymore Theatre. Watch the interview now!
Video: Jim Parsons, Katie Holmes & More in OUR TOWN
Thornton Wilder’s Our Town, directed by Tony Award-winner Kenny Leon, opened on Thursday, October 10 at the Barrymore Theatre where the production is running for a strictly limited engagement. Get a first look at footage from the production here!
Thornton Wilder’s Our Town, directed by Tony Award-winner Kenny Leon, opened on Thursday, October 10 at the Barrymore Theatre where the production is running for a strictly limited engagement. Get a first look at footage from the production here!
Phillip Johnson Richardson Joins HELL'S KITCHEN as 'Knuck' This Month
Broadway’s HELL’S KITCHEN will welcome Phillip Johnson Richardson (The Wiz) as “Knuck”, starting on Tuesday, October 22. Chris Lee, who originated the role, will play his final performance on Sunday, October 20.
Broadway’s HELL’S KITCHEN will welcome Phillip Johnson Richardson (The Wiz) as “Knuck”, starting on Tuesday, October 22. Chris Lee, who originated the role, will play his final performance on Sunday, October 20.
Heléne Yorke & Michael Zegen to Star in STRATEGIC LOVE PLAY at Audible Theater
Audible will present the New York premiere of Strategic Love Play, starring Heléne Yorke & Michael Zegen. Learn more and see how to purchase tickets.
Audible will present the New York premiere of Strategic Love Play, starring Heléne Yorke & Michael Zegen. Learn more and see how to purchase tickets.
Video: Jim Parsons Talks Building Community With OUR TOWN Cast
Jim Parsons is sharing his experience with the new revival of Thornton Wilder’s Our Town. Parsons plays the Stage Manager in the production, a role he says was an immediate 'yes' when it was offered to him. Watch his interview on the Today Show now!
Jim Parsons is sharing his experience with the new revival of Thornton Wilder’s Our Town. Parsons plays the Stage Manager in the production, a role he says was an immediate 'yes' when it was offered to him. Watch his interview on the Today Show now!
Shoshana Bean Sets Departure Date From HELL'S KITCHEN
Shoshana Bean will depart Hell's Kitchen on Broadway on December 1. Bean made the announcement herself on Instagram, in a photo with the caption, 'Mama’s hanging up her apron….Last day in the kitchen is December 1st!'
Shoshana Bean will depart Hell's Kitchen on Broadway on December 1. Bean made the announcement herself on Instagram, in a photo with the caption, 'Mama’s hanging up her apron….Last day in the kitchen is December 1st!'
Berkeley Rep to Present the West Coast Premiere of JAJA'S AFRICAN HAIR BRAIDING
Direct from a twice-extended run on Broadway, Berkeley Rep will present the West Coast premiere of Jocelyn Bioh’s Tony Award-winning new comedy, JAJA’S AFRICAN HAIR BRAIDING. Amidst the lively buzz of a scorching summer, love ignites, dreams soar, and secrets unravel. Learn more and see how to purchase tickets.
Direct from a twice-extended run on Broadway, Berkeley Rep will present the West Coast premiere of Jocelyn Bioh’s Tony Award-winning new comedy, JAJA’S AFRICAN HAIR BRAIDING. Amidst the lively buzz of a scorching summer, love ignites, dreams soar, and secrets unravel. Learn more and see how to purchase tickets.
FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS
What awards has Dede Ayite been nominated for?
Outstanding Costume Design of a Musical (Drama Desk Awards) for Buena Vista Social Club, Outstanding Costume Design (Broadway or Off-Broadway) (Outer Critics Circle Awards) for Jaja's African Hair Braiding, Outstanding Costume Design (The Lortels) for Buena Vista Social Club, Best Costume Design of a Musical (Tony Awards) for Hell's Kitchen, Best Costume Design of a Play (Tony Awards) for Jaja's African Hair Braiding, Best Costume Design of a Play (Tony Awards) for Appropriate, Outstanding Costume Design (Play or Musical) (Outer Critics Circle Awards) for Topdog/Underdog, Special Award (Drama Desk Awards), Best Costume Design of a Play (Tony Awards) for Slave Play and Best Costume Design of a Play (Tony Awards) for A Soldier's Play.
What awards has Dede Ayite won?
Dede Ayite has won the Best Costume Design of a Play at the Tony Awards for Jaja's African Hair Braiding and a Special Award at the Drama Desk Awards.
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