Founded in 1976 by Ann Williams, Dallas Black Dance Theatre is the oldest, continuously operating professional dance company in Dallas. A contemporary modern dance company, the ensemble consists of 14 professional, full-time dancers performing a mixed repertoire of classical, modern, jazz, African, and spiritual works by nationally and internationally known choreographers. View more information on the history of the Dallas Black Dance Theatre.

DBDT is available for touring year-round and will tour a mixed repertory of classic and contemporary modern works by choreographers  such as Claude Alexander III, Asadata Dafora, Hope Boykin, Christopher L. Huggins, Donald McKayle, Darrell Grand Moultrie, Matthew Rushing, Jamal Story, Kameron N. Saunders, Nejla Yatkin, and others. The Company is a diverse multi-ethnic troupe that consists of well trained, exciting and skillful dancers that thrill, excite and leave its ever expanding audiences asking for more. The Company is available for residencies that include master classes, workshops, children and senior citizen matinees, lecture-demonstrations, and full evening performances.

Under the leadership of Artistic Director, Melissa M. Young, the Company’s mission is to create and produce contemporary modern dance at its highest level of artistic excellence through performances and educational programs that bridge cultures and reach diverse communities.

The Company travels with 14 dancers, Artistic Director, Lighting Director, Production Manager, and Stage Manager.