Donald Byrd
Latest News on Donald Byrd:
Catherine Tharin Dance To Present The World Premiere Of IN THE WAKE OF YES In June (Apr 22, 2025)
100th Class of Guggenheim Fellows Unveiled for 2025 (Apr 15, 2025)
The National Center for Choreography-Akron to Present DANCING LAB: INTERGENERATIONAL PARTNERS (Apr 3, 2025)
Catherine Tharin Dance To Present The World Premiere Of IN THE WAKE OF YES In June (Apr 22, 2025)
100th Class of Guggenheim Fellows Unveiled for 2025 (Apr 15, 2025)
The National Center for Choreography-Akron to Present DANCING LAB: INTERGENERATIONAL PARTNERS (Apr 3, 2025)
BIO
Donald Byrd has been the artistic director of Spectrum Dance Theater, a dance company and school based in Seattle, since 2002.
Productions
Awards and Nominations
Tony Awards - 2006 - Best Choreography
Donald Byrd, The Color Purple
Videos
Video: The Ladies of THE OUTSIDERS Show Off Their Broadway Crib
by Joey Mervis - 2024-12-11 14:23:03
VIDEO: Judith Jamison and Ailey Dancers Appear at TEDx for REVELATIONS FROM OF A LIFETIME IN DANCE
by A.A. Cristi - 2019-10-11 18:56:23
VIDEO: Judith Jamison and Ailey Dancers Appear at TEDx for REVELATIONS FROM OF A LIFETIME IN DANCE
by A.A. Cristi - 2019-10-11 18:56:23
VIDEO: Judith Jamison and Ailey Dancers Appear at TEDx for REVELATIONS FROM OF A LIFETIME IN DANCE
by A.A. Cristi - 2019-10-11 18:56:23
Video: The Ladies of THE OUTSIDERS Show Off Their Broadway Crib
by Joey Mervis - 2024-12-11 14:23:03
VIDEO: Judith Jamison and Ailey Dancers Appear at TEDx for REVELATIONS FROM OF A LIFETIME IN DANCE
by A.A. Cristi - 2019-10-11 18:56:23
Video: The Ladies of THE OUTSIDERS Show Off Their Broadway Crib
by Joey Mervis - 2024-12-11 14:23:03
Video: The Ladies of THE OUTSIDERS Show Off Their Broadway Crib
by Joey Mervis - 2024-12-11 14:23:03
News
Catherine Tharin Dance To Present The World Premiere Of IN THE WAKE OF YES In June
by A.A. Cristi - Apr 22, 2025
This June, choreographer Catherine Tharin will premiere In the Wake of Yes, a work for four dancers featuring a film by award-winning filmmaker Lora Robertson, and music by renowned composer and jazz pianist Joel Forrester, who will play live.
by A.A. Cristi - Apr 22, 2025
This June, choreographer Catherine Tharin will premiere In the Wake of Yes, a work for four dancers featuring a film by award-winning filmmaker Lora Robertson, and music by renowned composer and jazz pianist Joel Forrester, who will play live.
100th Class of Guggenheim Fellows Unveiled for 2025
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Apr 15, 2025
The Board of Trustees of the John Simon Guggenheim Memorial Foundation has appointed the 100th class of Guggenheim Fellows, including 198 distinguished individuals working across 53 disciplines
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Apr 15, 2025
The Board of Trustees of the John Simon Guggenheim Memorial Foundation has appointed the 100th class of Guggenheim Fellows, including 198 distinguished individuals working across 53 disciplines
The National Center for Choreography-Akron to Present DANCING LAB: INTERGENERATIONAL PARTNERS
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Apr 3, 2025
The National Center for Choreography-Akron will present an artist talk at the Cummings Center for the History of Psychology to mark the culmination of its Dancing Lab: Intergenerational Partners. Learn how to attend.
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Apr 3, 2025
The National Center for Choreography-Akron will present an artist talk at the Cummings Center for the History of Psychology to mark the culmination of its Dancing Lab: Intergenerational Partners. Learn how to attend.
Ballet West Unveils 2025-26 Season Featuring WEST SIDE STORY SUITE and More
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Apr 1, 2025
Ballet West has revealed its 2025-26 season with seven productions, including West Side Story Suite and more. See the full season and learn how to purchase tickets.
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Apr 1, 2025
Ballet West has revealed its 2025-26 season with seven productions, including West Side Story Suite and more. See the full season and learn how to purchase tickets.
New York Public Library for the Performing Arts Will Feature Dance Theater Workshop Exhibition
by Nicole Rosky - Mar 12, 2025
The New York Public Library for the Performing Arts at Lincoln Center will soon present a new exhibition exploring the history of the Dance Theater Workshop, founded 60 years ago this year, and the movement of downtown dance in New York.
by Nicole Rosky - Mar 12, 2025
The New York Public Library for the Performing Arts at Lincoln Center will soon present a new exhibition exploring the history of the Dance Theater Workshop, founded 60 years ago this year, and the movement of downtown dance in New York.
Dayton Opera Unveils Star-Studded Cast And Conductors For Verdi's AIDA
by A.A. Cristi - Feb 26, 2025
The Dayton Performing Arts Alliance has announced the cast and conductors for Dayton Opera's upcoming production of Verdi's Aida at the Schuster Center.
by A.A. Cristi - Feb 26, 2025
The Dayton Performing Arts Alliance has announced the cast and conductors for Dayton Opera's upcoming production of Verdi's Aida at the Schuster Center.
José Luis Valenzuela Awarded SDCF Gordon Davidson Award for Lifetime Achievement and Distinguished Service in the American Theatre
by Stephi Wild - Feb 20, 2025
Stage Directors and Choreographers Foundation has announced that director José Luis Valenzuela has received its 2024 Gordon Davidson Award. Named in honor of the founding artistic director of Los Angeles’s Center Theatre Group .
by Stephi Wild - Feb 20, 2025
Stage Directors and Choreographers Foundation has announced that director José Luis Valenzuela has received its 2024 Gordon Davidson Award. Named in honor of the founding artistic director of Los Angeles’s Center Theatre Group .
Riverside Opera Company Black Voices to Celebrate Black History Month
by Blair Ingenthron - Feb 2, 2025
Celebrating Black History Month, the Riverside Opera Company's live performance of ROC Black Voices features Black musicians, vocalists, dancers and poets who have performed around the globe.
by Blair Ingenthron - Feb 2, 2025
Celebrating Black History Month, the Riverside Opera Company's live performance of ROC Black Voices features Black musicians, vocalists, dancers and poets who have performed around the globe.
Lane Czaplinski Will Lead Charlotte Street as Interim Executive Director
by Stephi Wild - Jan 3, 2025
Charlotte Street has engaged Lane Czaplinski to be its Interim Executive Director as it transitions from the formative leadership of outgoing director Amy Kligman over the last nine years.
by Stephi Wild - Jan 3, 2025
Charlotte Street has engaged Lane Czaplinski to be its Interim Executive Director as it transitions from the formative leadership of outgoing director Amy Kligman over the last nine years.
All Roads Theatre Company To Present ONE FOR MY BABY World Premiere And More At El Portal Theatre
by A.A. Cristi - Dec 19, 2024
All Roads Theatre Company has announced its inaugural season at the El Portal Theatre in North Hollywood, beginning with the World Premiere Musical ONE FOR MY BABY, with a score by the incomparable Harold Arlen and headlined by Broadway stars LANA GORDON and LUBA MASON.
by A.A. Cristi - Dec 19, 2024
All Roads Theatre Company has announced its inaugural season at the El Portal Theatre in North Hollywood, beginning with the World Premiere Musical ONE FOR MY BABY, with a score by the incomparable Harold Arlen and headlined by Broadway stars LANA GORDON and LUBA MASON.
Vote For The 2024 BroadwayWorld Seattle Awards; CATS at Spokane Civic Theatre Leads Best Musical!
by BWW Awards - Dec 16, 2024
Voting continues for the 2024 BroadwayWorld Seattle Awards! Voting ends on 12/31 at midnight. Don't miss out on making sure that your favorite theatres, stars, and shows get the recognition they deserve!
by BWW Awards - Dec 16, 2024
Voting continues for the 2024 BroadwayWorld Seattle Awards! Voting ends on 12/31 at midnight. Don't miss out on making sure that your favorite theatres, stars, and shows get the recognition they deserve!
Video: The Ladies of THE OUTSIDERS Show Off Their Broadway Crib
by Joey Mervis - Dec 11, 2024
When Tilly Evans-Krueger, SarahGrace Mariani, and Melody Rose aren't going head to head onstage in Broadway's The Outsiders, you'll find them backstage at the Bernard B. Jacobs Theatre in their girls-only dressing room! Watch in this video!
by Joey Mervis - Dec 11, 2024
When Tilly Evans-Krueger, SarahGrace Mariani, and Melody Rose aren't going head to head onstage in Broadway's The Outsiders, you'll find them backstage at the Bernard B. Jacobs Theatre in their girls-only dressing room! Watch in this video!
Stage Directors And Choreographers Society Announces Executive Board Election Results And President's Award
by A.A. Cristi - Nov 21, 2024
SDC announced the results of its 2024 Executive Board election, highlighting new leadership roles and the organization's future direction. Discover the elected members and their upcoming initiatives.
by A.A. Cristi - Nov 21, 2024
SDC announced the results of its 2024 Executive Board election, highlighting new leadership roles and the organization's future direction. Discover the elected members and their upcoming initiatives.
TASTE OF JAZZ PARTY Returns to the Pittsburgh International Jazz Festival This September
by A.A. Cristi - Aug 28, 2024
The Pittsburgh International Jazz Festival announced that 19 restaurants will offer food and beverage tastings at the Taste of Jazz event on September 20, providing a culinary experience alongside live jazz performances.
by A.A. Cristi - Aug 28, 2024
The Pittsburgh International Jazz Festival announced that 19 restaurants will offer food and beverage tastings at the Taste of Jazz event on September 20, providing a culinary experience alongside live jazz performances.
Levitt Pavilion Los Angeles Presents AN EVENING WITH THE DO-OVER
by A.A. Cristi - Aug 15, 2024
Levitt Pavilion Los Angeles will celebrate its 17th annual concert series with 10 free outdoor performances at MacArthur Park, featuring diverse artists and the premier daytime event, The Do-Over, from June 22 to August 31, 2024.
by A.A. Cristi - Aug 15, 2024
Levitt Pavilion Los Angeles will celebrate its 17th annual concert series with 10 free outdoor performances at MacArthur Park, featuring diverse artists and the premier daytime event, The Do-Over, from June 22 to August 31, 2024.
Pittsburgh Ballet Theatre Will Host Master Class Series Taught by PBT Company Artists and Staff
by Stephi Wild - Aug 15, 2024
Pittsburgh Ballet Theatre has announced a new monthly Master Class Series for the 2024-25 season. Learn more about the upcoming lineup here!
by Stephi Wild - Aug 15, 2024
Pittsburgh Ballet Theatre has announced a new monthly Master Class Series for the 2024-25 season. Learn more about the upcoming lineup here!
Sean Jones, Thomas Wendt, Howie Alexander, Selecta and DJ Big Phill Set For Pittsburgh International Jazz Festival
by Stephi Wild - Aug 13, 2024
The Pittsburgh International Jazz Festival (PIJF) has always spotlighted homegrown, home-nurtured talent, and the tradition of featuring musicians with ties to the city continues with Sean Jones, Howie Alexander, Thomas Wendt, Selecta and DJ Big Phill and more.
by Stephi Wild - Aug 13, 2024
The Pittsburgh International Jazz Festival (PIJF) has always spotlighted homegrown, home-nurtured talent, and the tradition of featuring musicians with ties to the city continues with Sean Jones, Howie Alexander, Thomas Wendt, Selecta and DJ Big Phill and more.
See What's Coming Up At Birdland: Jazz Programming August 12th - August 25th
by Blair Ingenthron - Aug 10, 2024
Birdland Jazz Club and Birdland Theater have revealed all jazz programming running August 12th - August 25th.
by Blair Ingenthron - Aug 10, 2024
Birdland Jazz Club and Birdland Theater have revealed all jazz programming running August 12th - August 25th.
The Roots' Davy Guy Shares 'Pinky Ring' Single
by Josh Sharpe - Aug 6, 2024
Dave Guy is set to release his debut album, Ruby, on September 20th. Throughout the album, he explores New York Jazz and pushes the boundaries of the genre by incorporating shades of hip hop and soul, making it both unique and modern. Now, he shares his latest single, “Pinky Ring.'
by Josh Sharpe - Aug 6, 2024
Dave Guy is set to release his debut album, Ruby, on September 20th. Throughout the album, he explores New York Jazz and pushes the boundaries of the genre by incorporating shades of hip hop and soul, making it both unique and modern. Now, he shares his latest single, “Pinky Ring.'
See What's Coming Up At Birdland August 5th - August 18th
by Blair Ingenthron - Aug 3, 2024
Birdland Jazz Club and Birdland Theater has revealed jazz programming running August 5th - August 18th.
by Blair Ingenthron - Aug 3, 2024
Birdland Jazz Club and Birdland Theater has revealed jazz programming running August 5th - August 18th.
FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS
What awards has Donald Byrd been nominated for?
and Best Choreography (Tony Awards) for The Color Purple.
Videos