Articles
2024
Mention
The Economics of Dance—Dance’s Future According to the Numbers
(Dance Magazine- February 26, 2024)
Event Listing, Video
Lawton-Ft. Sill Chamber of Commerce hosts Black History Month event
(ABC News Channel 6- February 26, 2024)
Article
Dallas arts groups won’t take May bond package for granted. ‘It ain’t over ’til it’s over’
(KERA- February 21, 2024)
Article
Stage Notes: Texas Ballet Theater announces new season; NTPA secures Willow Bend home
(Dallas Voice- February 16, 2024)
Radio
Dallas Black Dance Theatre returns to NWA
(KUAF- February 14, 2024)
Article
Things to do in Dallas-Fort Worth this weekend: Mardi Gras, Super Bowl parties, Black Dance Theatre and more
(WFAA – February 8, 2024)
Article
McMahon Auditorium to host Dallas Black Dance Theater performance
(ABC 7 – February 9, 2024)
Article
Black History Month Celebration: Dallas Black Dance Theater’s Captivating Performance in Lawton, Oklahoma
(BNN – February 9, 2024)
Article
These are the 13 best things to do in Dallas this weekend
(CultureMap Dallas – February 8, 2024)
Article
Things To Do Around DFW: Harlem Globetrotters, Dallas Open, Lunar New Year Celebrations and more
(KRLD News Radio 1080 – February 8, 2024)
Article
Things to do in Dallas-Fort Worth this weekend: Mardi Gras, Super Bowl parties, Black Dance Theatre and more
(WFAA – February 8, 2024)
Article
Keon K. Nickie, Artistic Assistant of Dallas Black Dance Theatre: Encore!, Shares His Family’s Trinidadian Macaroni Pie
(Dance Magazine – February 6, 2024)
Article
UA to host several events in honor of Black History Month
(Fayetville Flyer – February 5, 2024)
Print
All choreography is local
(Dallas Morning News – February 4, 2024)
Print
Honoring Black History
(Dallas Morning News – February 2, 2024)
Video
Dallas Black Dance Theatre prepares for upcoming performance ‘Cultural Awareness’
(NBC 5 – February 1, 2024)
Video
Dallas Black Dance Theatre highlights ‘Cultural Awareness’
(NBC 5 – February 1, 2024)
Article
Where to find Black History Month events around Dallas-Fort Worth
(Dallas Morning News – February 2, 2024)
Article
Local choreographers featured in Dallas Black Dance, Bruce Wood shows
(KERA – February 2, 2024)
Article
Local choreographers featured in Dallas Black Dance, Bruce Wood shows
(Dallas Morning News – February 2, 2024)
Article
How to Celebrate Black History Month in Dallas This February
(D Magazine – January 30, 2024)
Article
9 Performances Heating Things Up This February
(Dance Magazine – January 31, 2024)
Review
1/15/24 O&A NYC DANCE REVIEW: Dallas Black Dance Theatre
(Out & About NYC – January 15, 2024)
Article
IABD & Collage Dance Collective to Present 34th Annual International Conference and Festival of Blacks in Dance
(Broadway World Memphis – January 16, 2024)
Article
D Magazine Turns 50: Inside Our Anniversary Logos
(D Magazine – January 16, 2024)
Article
Dallas Museum of Art’s ‘Afro-Atlantic Histories’ inspires a new ballet from DBDT: Encore!
(NBC 5 – January 13, 2024)
Event Listing
Where to Celebrate Martin Luther King Jr. Day in Dallas-Fort Worth
(PaperCity – January 9, 2024)
Article
2024 Martin Luther King Observance Event Honors 60th Anniversary of King’s Iconic Nobel Prize Win
(North Dallas Gazette – January 10, 2024)
Event Listing
Martin Luther King Jr. Day celebrations happening across Dallas-Fort Worth
(NBC 5 – Telegram – January 9, 2024)
Article
Director of Dallas Black Dance Theatre announce as featured speaker for Jan. 15 MLK program
(Sulphur Springs News – Telegram – January 9, 2024)
Article
Fort Worth Symphony and Dallas Black Dance Theatre unite forces in superlative “Petrushka”
(EarRelevant – January 10, 2024)
Article
The Black Choreographers Dancing Toward Justice
(Hyperallergic – January 10, 2024)
Event Listing
28 Ways to Observe Martin Luther King Day in Dallas This Month
(D Magazine – January 8, 2024)
Article
Melanie George Presents Jazz at The Joyce and More
(Observer – January 8, 2024)
Article
Stravinsky’s ‘Petrushka’ Echoes in Fort Worth: A Ballet of Music and Dance
(BNN – January 6, 2024)
Event Listing
From the symphony to the stock show, here’s a snapshot of January events in Fort Worth
(Fort Worth Report – January 6, 2024)
Event Listing
Stage Notes: Theatre Too’s popular production returns; new seasons from TCTP, Second Thought
(Dallas Voice – January 5, 2024)
Article
Martin Luther King, Jr. Annual Awards Ceremony to be held January 15, 2024
(KSST Radio – January 1, 2024)
Review
Review: Fort Worth Symphony, Dallas Black Dance present dazzling Stravinsky ‘Petrushka’
(The Dallas Morning News – January 6, 2024)
Event Listing
Dance Calendar January 2024
(New York Amsterdam News – January 4, 2024)
Event Listing
Things To Do Around DFW: Polar Plunge, Monster Truck Wars, Deep Ellum First Friday and more
(KRLD News Radio 1080 – January 4, 2024)
Event Listing
Free live music, tribute concerts, ‘Lord of the Rings’ and more: Things to do in DFW this weekend
(WFAA – January 4, 2024)
Event Listing
These are the 8 best things to do in Fort Worth this weekend
(CultureMap Fort Worth – January 4, 2024)
Event Listing
American Dance Platform Dallas Black Dance Theatre
(AARP – January 1, 2024)
Event Listing
A Calendar of Events Taking Place in January
(Fort Worth Magazine – January 2, 2024)
Article
A Calendar of Events Taking Place in January
(Fort Worth Magazine – January 2, 2024)
Article
2024 Martin Luther King Observance Event Honors 60th Anniversary of King’s Iconic Nobel Prize Win
(North Dallas Gazette – January 10, 2024)
2023
Podcast
Still Spinning: On Dance and the Creative Process
(Still Spinning – December 27, 2023)
Article
Dallas Black Dance Theatre To Return to New York City at the Joyce Theater
(Broadway World – December 20, 2023)
Article
The Joyce Theater Foundation to Present Eight Edition of American Dance Platform
(Broadway World – December 15, 2023)
Article
Recommended Dance: EIGHTH AMERICAN DANCE PLATFORM (The Joyce Theater)
(Stage And Cinema – December 15, 2023)
Article
Dallas Black Dance Theatre And Broadway Dallas Partner With Dallas Independent School District To Continue Annual Arts Education Initiative
(Broadway World Dallas – December 14, 2023)
Article
Dallas Black Dance Theatre announces new industry-leading mental health initiative
(DanceInforma – December 15, 2023)
Article
36 Only-In-Dallas Things to Do This Holiday Season — 2023 Edition
(PaperCity – December 1, 2023)
Article
Rhythms of Unity: Celebrating in Harmony at Klyde Warren Park, from Dallas Black Dance Theatre
(Dallas Weekly – October 11, 2023)
Article
Get merry with these Dallas-Fort Worth holiday performances
(KERA – December 17, 2023)
Article
Get merry with these Dallas-Fort Worth holiday performances
(The Dallas Morning News – November 17, 2023)
Article
SOCIAL ISSUES, PUPPETS, YELLOW SWINGS AND BIG CHANGES: THE 2023 WRAP UP
(Arts + Culture Texas – December 11, 2023)
Article
Futuro è impresa culturale: mercato, prospettive e talenti, a cura di Carlo Fontana. Editori Laterza
(Il diario del lavoro – November 17, 2023)
Article
These are the 20 best things to do in Dallas this weekend
(CultureMap Dallas – November 30, 2023)
Article
Can Ballet Become Anti-Racist?
(Thirteen PBS – November 28, 2023)
Article
Dallas Black Dance Theatre Announces New Industry-Leading Mental Health Initiative
(Broadway World Dallas – December 2, 2023)
Article
Bravo gala draws applause + nearly half a million dollars for Dallas arts
(CultureMap Dallas – December 6, 2023)
Article
Dallas Black Dance Theatre’s Academy to Present ESPRESSO NUTCRACKER
(Broadway World Dallas – December 6, 2023)
Article
These are the 18 best things to do in Dallas this weekend
(CultureMap Dallas – December 7, 2023)
Article
‘Director’s Choice’ @ Dallas Black Dance Theatre
(Onstage NTX – November 13, 2023)
Article
These are the 17 best things to do in Dallas this weekend
(CultureMap Dallas – November 9, 2023)
Article
Dallas Black Dance Theatre’s Director’s Choice Series Returns This Week
(Broadway World Dallas – November 7, 2023)
Article
Norbert De La Cruz tells stories of struggle in new dance works for two Dallas troupes
(KERA – November 2, 2023)
Article
Norbert De La Cruz tells stories of struggle in new dance works for two Dallas troupes
(Dallas Morning News – November 2, 2023)
Article
A spooky top 13 things to do in Cincinnati this weekend. (Bigfoot is involved)
(Cincinnati.com/ The Enquirer – October 17, 2023)
Article
Dallas Black Dance Theatre opens the Mutual Dance 2023-24 Season
(WLOX – October 16, 2023)
Article
These are the 16 best things to do in Dallas this weekend
(CultureMap Dallas – October 5, 2023)
Article
Celebrate the rhythm of Culture with DanceAfrica
(NBC 5 – October 3, 2023)
Article
Movement, Rhythm, Expression: Dallas Black Dance Theatre Spotlights World Premieres And Homegrown Talent In 47th Season
(Arts + Culture Texas – October 2, 2023)
Article
Dallas Black Dance Theatre’s 18th Annual DANCEAFRICA Festival Returns This October
(Broadway World Dallas – September 29, 2023)
Article
Dallas Black Dance Theatre makes Cincinnati debut in Mutual Dance Theatre’s 52nd season
(The Cincinnati Herald – September 29, 2023)
Article
Mutual Dance Theatre kicks off season with celebrated Dallas Black Dance Theatre
(Cincinnati Business Courier – September 29, 2023)
Video
Beyoncé in Dallas: Les Twins teach dance class night before show
(WFAA – September 21, 2023)
Article
Dallas Black Dance Theatre hosts Les Twins highly anticipated dance workshop
(Dallas Weekly – September 24, 2023)
Article
Things To Do Around DFW: Plano Balloon Festival, Fright Fest, NASCAR Playoffs and much more
(KRLD News Radio 1080 – September 21, 2023)
Article
Dallas Black Dance Theatre Hosts Les Twins Highly Anticipated Dance Workshop Ahead Of Beyoncé’s Dallas Renaissance Tour Stop
(Broadway World Dallas – September 20, 2023)
Article
50 Only-in-Dallas Things to Do This Fall
(PaperCity – September 15, 2023)
Article
Fall Arts Preview: A Number of Artistic Adventures Await Cincinnatians This Fall
(CityBeat – September 6, 2023)
Article
Dallas Black Dance Theatre Announces New Season, ‘Illumination’
(North Dallas Gazette – August 23, 2023)
Article
DBDT announces 47th season themed ‘Illumination’ with over 20 works and four world premieres
(The Dallas Examiner – August 17, 2023)
Article
Dallas Black Dance Theatre Announces 2023/2024 Season
(The Flash List – August 16, 2023)
Article
Dallas Black Dance Theatre Unveils 2023/2024 Season Featuring Four World Premieres
(Broadway World Dallas – August 16, 2023)
Article
Fourth Annual The BIG Dance turns the Meyerson into a Dance Party Carnaval for a Cause
(Philanthropy Lifestyles – July 20, 2023)
Article
4 Performing-Arts Groups Innovate to Survive — and Thrive — in the Post-Covid Era
(The Chronicle of Philanthropy – July 17, 2023)
Article
Dallas Black Dance Academy Continues Its Adopt-A-School Dance Program With the Support of a Second Genesis Foundation Grant
(Broadway World Dallas – July 14, 2023)
Article
The Delicate Balancing Act of Artistic and Executive Directors
(Dance/USA)
Media Clip
Dance the Night Away at The BIG Dance
(Texas Today – May 26, 2023)
Media Clip
Combining cultures
(Dallas Voice – May 26, 2023)
Article
Spring Celebration @ Dallas Black Dance Theatre
(Onstage NTX – May 22, 2023)
Dallas Black Dance Theatre’s Spring Celebration, was—and is— an exciting tribute to the power of movement as an expression of creativity, joy, and renewed passion for life.
Article
Dallas Voice
(Stage Notes – May 19, 2023)
Dallas Black Dance Theatre: Spring Celebration
Article
Event planner-Spring Celebration
(Culture Map Dallas – May 18, 2023)
13 Things to do this weekend
Article
Dallas Black Dance Theatre premieres Chanel DaSilva work inspired by Black Lives Matter
(The Dallas Morning News – May 12, 2023)
Chanel DaSilva started making Tabernacle at the height of the Black Lives Matter movement after the murder of George Floyd in 2020.
Article
DBDT Spring Celebration Series
(NBC 5 – May 12, 2023)
NBC 5 and Dallas Black Dance Theatre (DBDT) invite you to the finale of DBDT’s 46th season with its Spring Celebration performance series
Article
Dallas Black Dance Theatre Spring Celebration series
(Picture this Post – May 12, 2023)
DaSilva charts an artistic journey in a Wakanda-like land through layered emotions and concepts with the overall goal of paying homage to what it means to be Black in America.
Article
Coppell arts Center reveals 2023-2024 Season Lineup
(Broadway World – May 11, 2023)
A contemporary modern dance company, the DALLAS BLACK DANCE THEATRE ensemble consists of 14 dancers performing a mixed repertoire
Article
Smile set for stage debut at Dallas Black Dance Theatre
(The Dallas Weekly – May 8, 2023)
Ahead of Dallas Black Dance Theatre’s Spring Celebration, alum McKinley Willis has choreographed an original performance set to debut in May.
Article
DBDT presents Spring Celebration
(Dallasites101- May 5, 2023)
Join Dallas Black Dance Theatre presentation Spring Celebration
Review
Pen’s Eye: DBDT: Encore! Rising Excellence
(De La Pen blog- May 5, 2023)
DBDT: Encore! Rising Excellence performance draws on the heritage and memories of Japanese, Polish, and African American choreographers.
Article
Mesquite Teen Picked for Art Exhibit at DBDT Performance
(NBC 5 – April 14, 2023)
Smith will get her first solo exhibit in the lobby of the Moody Performance Hall for an upcoming performance of ‘Rising Excellence’
Article
DBDT: Encore! Rising Excellence
(NBC 5 – April 2, 2023)
NBC 5 invites you to experience the Dallas Black Dance Theatre (DBDT) Encore! Rising Excellence performance
Article
DBDT: Encore! Rising Excellence Performance
(NBC 5 – March 31, 2023)
NBC 5 invites you to experience the Dallas Black Dance Theatre (DBDT) Encore! Rising Excellence
Article
Meet Martine Elyse Philippe A Champion for Artists
(The Dallas Weekly – March 29, 2023)
I recently had a tour of Dallas Black Dance Theatre
Article
IABD receives National Medal of Arts Award
(Broadway World – March 23, 2023)
Article
Weekend Event Planner
(Culture Map – March 23, 2023)
10 Best Things to do in Dallas this Weekend
Article
DBDT presents DBDT: Encore! Rising Excellence Performance
(Broadway World – March 17, 2023)
“DBDT: Encore! Rising Excellence performance draws on the heritage and memories of Japanese, Polish, and African American choreographers.”
Article
IABD Receives National Medal of Arts Awards
(Texas Metro News – March 14, 2023)
Dallas Black Dance Theatre (DBDT) founder Ann M. Williams attended the ceremony as a founding member of IABD, along with representatives of the four other founding organizations
Review
DBDT: Encore! Presents Dancing Beyond Borders – West
(Pen’s Eye – March 13, 2023)
“All four of the ballets were absolutely amazing.”
Article
Dallas Black Dance Theatre presents DBDT: Encore! Rising Excellence
(Culture Map – March 8, 2023)
“The DBDT: Encore! Rising Excellence performance draws on the heritage and memories of Japanese and Polish choreographers.”
Article
Dallas Black Dance Theatre presents DBDT: Encore! Rising Excellence
(Culture Map – March 8, 2023)
“The DBDT: Encore! Rising Excellence performance draws on the heritage and memories of Japanese and Polish choreographers.”
Article
Dallas Black Dance Theatre presents The BIG Dance
(Culture Map – March 8, 2023)
“Dallas Black Dance Theatre’s 4th Annual The BIG Dance will celebrate and party to Latin music.”
Article
Dallas Black Dance Theatre celebrates 46th season
(NBC 5 – March 2, 2023)
“DBDT is the ninth largest contemporary modern dance company in the nation.”
Article
Moorland YMCA Seniors retrace history
(CBS 11 story – February 28, 2023)
The heartbeat of Dallas’ racially relegated neighborhood of the 1930’s-1960’s was the Moorland YMCA
Article
Moorland YMCA Seniors Tour Past
(NBC 5 story – February 28, 2023)
The Dallas Black Dance Theatre is housed in the building that was once the old Moorland YMCA, which used to be the YMCA in the Southwest that welcomed African Americans.
Article
New Ways to Experience Dance, Music, and History
(NBC 5 website – February 25, 2023)
It just got easier to explore the performance history of some of North Texas’ best dance and music. DBDT on-demand/Bloomberg Collection
Article
OU School of Dance Hosts Dallas Black Dance Theatre
(OU Daily – February 24, 2023)
Dallas Black Dance Theatre is coming to OU for a residency in the School of Dance, for the second consecutive year.
Article
North Texas Audiences Swipe Right
(The Dallas Morning News – February 25, 2023)
Audiences were drawn to the piece that reflects on the challenges of modern dating
Article
North Texas Audiences Swipe Right
(KERA Art & Seek – February 25, 2023)
As Bianca Melidor danced “to the left, to the left” on stage to Beyonce’s Irreplaceable the audience at AT&T’s Wyly Theatre roared with laughter and applause.
Article
DBDT: Encore! Presents Dancing Beyond Borders
(Broadway World – February 21, 2023)
Highlights include a historical dance drama by Christopher L. Huggins and a ballet filled with athletic artistry by Jess Hendricks.
Article
Dallas Black Dance Theatre returns to Texas A&M
(LMT Online – February 21, 2023)
Dallas Black Dance Theatre is returning to Texas A&M International University for the fourth straight year
Article
DBDT: Encore! Presents Dancing Beyond Borders
(NBC 5 website – February 21, 2023)
NBC 5 and Dallas Black Dance Theatre invite you to experience DBDT: Encore! as they push the lines of contemporary modern dance in their Dancing Beyond Borders series.
Article
40th Anniversary of the Dallas Arts District
(NBC 5 – February 17, 2023)
This week is the 40th anniversary of the Dallas Arts District which has been transformed since then into a major attraction and job center.
Article
How to Celebrate Black History Month
(D Magazine – February 13, 2023)
The Dallas Black Dance Theater will perform the works of three choreographers in its staging of Cultural Awareness
Article
How to celebrate Black History Month
(Daily Dart – February 13, 2023)
DART to Dallas Black Dance Theatre to Celebrate Black History
Article
(NBC 5 – February 13, 2023)
Article
DBDT Launches on-demand collection
(Patron Magazine – February 9, 2023)
DBDT On-Demand Collection continues to expand Dallas Black Dance Theatre’s global presence
Article
DBDT to bring past to present
(NBC 5 story – February 7, 2023)
In the rehearsal studio Tuesday morning at Dallas Black Dance Theatre, some dancers warmed up their muscles, while others warmed up their vocal cords.
Article
What’s going on this month
(Southlake Style – February 7, 2023)
Cultural Awareness: The Game of Life through Dance
Article
DBDT: Encore! At U of Arkansas – Dance, Photography celebrating Black History Month
(KUAF radio – February 7, 2023)
The Center for Multicultural & Diversity Education at the University of Arkansas will host Dallas Black Dance Theatre
Article
Dallas ISD partners with Dallas Black Dance Theatre, Broadway Dallas for an arts education initiative during Black History Month
(DISD Hub – February 2, 2023)
The highly acclaimed work, “Bodies as Site of Faith and Protest,” is available as a virtual matinee performance for every student and grade level in Dallas ISD for free.
Article
DBDT Cultural Awareness
(Harvard Club of Dallas – February 1, 2023)
Celebrate Black History Month with the Harvard Club of Dallas by joining us for an inspired evening of dance at the Dallas Black Dance Theatre’s Cultural Awareness performance.
Article
Cultural Awareness
(DFW Child – February 1, 2023)
From DBDT comes a performance dedicated to who we are as a people
Article
Reminisce on the “Games” of Life through Dance
(Dallas Weekly – February 1, 2023)
The modern dance classic Games by Donald McKayle takes us back to our childhood nostalgia
Article
Black History Month 2023
(Dallas Office of Cultural Affairs – February 1, 2023)
The game of life is reflected in dance through the games we play and the history we preserve.
Article
Dallas Black Dance Theatre and Broadway Dallas partner with Dallas isd for second annual art education initiative
(North Dallas Gazette – February 1, 2023)
The groups will partner to make a virtual matinee performance of the work available at no charge to students during Black History Month.
Article
DBDT Cultural Awareness highlights world premieres
(SugarCane – January 28, 2023)
Dallas Black Dance Theatre (DBDT) celebrates Black History Month by performing works that share slices of life, culture, and history in its Cultural Awareness Performance Series.
Article
Cultural Awareness
(Dallas Morning News – January 27, 2023)
Dallas Black Dance Theatre present “Cultural Awareness” in honor of Black History Month.
Article
Dallas Black Dance Theatre’s Cultural Awareness Highlights World Premieres and Timeless Classics by Master Choreographers
(Broadway World – January 27, 2023)
Dallas Black Dance Theatre (DBDT) celebrates Black History Month by performing works that share slices of life, culture, and history
Article
DBDT presents Cultural Awareness
(Dallasite 101 – January 27, 2023)
The game of life is reflected in dance through the games we play and the history we preserve.
Article
DISD Arts Initiative
(Broadway World – January 26, 2023)
DBDT and Broadway Dallas Partner with DISD for Arts Education Initiative
Article
DBDT presents Cultural Awareness
(NBC 5 – January 26, 2023)
NBC 5 and Dallas Black Dance Theatre invite you to experience dance classics you will treasure
Article
Cultural Awareness calendar listing
(Dallas Weekly)
DBDT invites you to reminisce on the games of life
Article
Fort Worth Opera’s Upcoming season
(Fort Worth Report – January 12, 2023)
The visuals will also take center stage as the orchestra performs Stravinsky’s “Petrushka” with DBDT
Article
Where to celebrate Martin Luther King, Jr. Day
(Dallas Morning News – January 10, 2023)
Dallas Black Dance Theatre headlines an evening of dance
Article
Where to Celebrate MLK Day
(NBC 5 – January 10, 2023)
The program includes performances by the Dallas Black Dance Theatre
Article
Celebrate MLK Day with DeSoto & DBDT
(Focus Daily News – January 5, 2023)
Mayor Rachel L. Proctor and the City of DeSoto are honoring the legacy of Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. by hosting a special performance of the Dallas Black Dance Theater
2022
Review
Dallas Black Dance Theatre presents Espresso Nutcracker
(Pens-Eye – January 24, 2023)
The Espresso Nutcracker was absolutely stunning.
Article
North Texas Organizations Welcome 2023 with New Year’s Resolutions
(NBC 5 Website – December 31, 2022)
We hope the New Year will bring a new rhythm, flow, and sense of freedom for all.
Article
The Best of Black Dallas
(The Dallas Weekly – December 29, 2022)
Best Theatre
Article
International Association of Black in Dance ABD Canadian conference
(Black Star News – December 15, 2022)
Sensational lineup of performers announced
Review
Espresso Nutcracker review
(Broadway World – December 14, 2022)
The Jazz-infused performance is enchanting
Article
Espresso Nutcracker, a twist on the traditional holiday performance.
(Patch – December 9, 2022)
Article
Espresso Nutcracker, a twist on the traditional holiday performance.
(NBC 5 – December 9, 2022)
Article
Espresso Nutcracker offers a twist on a Christmas Classic.
(CBS 11 – December 9, 2022)
Article
Espresso Nutcracker, a twist on the traditional holiday performance.
(KRLD – December 8, 2022)
Article
Transcendance photo exhibition now open
(Dallas Observer – December 8, 2022)
Article
Adopt-A-School
(Broadway World – December 7, 2022)
Dallas Black Dance Academy Launches Adopt-A-School Dance Program
Article
DBDA presents Espresso Nutcracker
(De la Pen blog – December 7, 2022)
Article
Best Things to do in Dallas
(PaperCity Magazine – December 6, 2022)
Article
DBDT presents Black on Black holiday performances and celebrations
(Broadway World – November 23, 2022)
Article
Go Behind the Scenes with Dallas Black Dance Theatre
(Yonkers Tribune – November 17, 2022)
The event has become a holiday tradition
Article
Go Behind the Scenes with Dallas Black Dance Theatre
(Theatre Downtown – November 17, 2022)
The event has become a holiday tradition
Article
Holidays
(Dallas Morning News – November 17, 2022)
Holiday favorites are coming to a stage near you
Review
Director’s Choice @ Dallas Black Dance Theatre
(OnstageNTX – November 6, 2022)
Dallas Black Dance Theatre dazzled this weekend
Article
Alumni Return to Pittsburg Playhouse
(Broadway World – November 4, 2022)
A top ten contemporary modern dance company and the artistic home of two Point Park University alumni
Article
Dallas Black Dance Theatre’s Director’s Choice
(WFAA – November 3, 2022)
Dallas Black Dance Theatre opens its 46th season and will feature a piece from former DBDT student
Article
Life and Work with Isabel Wallace-Green
(Voyage Dallas – October 27, 2022)
Article
DBDT receives North Texas Performing Arts Stardust Award
(Broadway World – October 24, 2022)
North Texas Performing Arts announces Dallas Black Dance Theatre has been selected to receive the 2022 NPA Stardust Award
Article
DBDT presents Director’s Choice
(NBC 5 – October 24, 2022)
Director’s Choice is the perfect place to gather your community and be inspired by common goals.
Article
DBDT Performs Works from Internationally acclaimed choreographers
(Dallas Examiner – October 22, 2022)
The Dallas Black Dance Theatre will celebrate its 46th anniversary with works by internationally acclaimed choreographers
Article
Other Events to Consider
(Pamplin Media Group – October 18, 2022)
White Bird’s Uncaged Series resumes with shows by Dallas Black Dance Theatre
Article
Accelerating Their Artistic Voice
(Arts & Culture TX – October 17, 2022)
DBDT builds on recent triumphs with inspiring season
Article
DBDT presents Director’s Choice
(Broadway World – October 16, 2022)
Dallas Black Dance Theatre (DBDT) will celebrate its 46th anniversary with works by internationally acclaimed choreographers
Article
Genesis Inspiration Foundation Donates $1.85 Million To Support Arts Education Nationwide
(Yahoo! Finance – October 14, 2022)
The foundation presented donations to 27 nonprofits nationwide focused on providing art programming to children.
Article
Dallas Black Dance Theatre to offer free master class
(Fox West Texas – October 10, 2022)
Dancers and those who would like to learn to dance will have the opportunity for a lesson from internationally-renowned experts.
Article
Dallas Black Dance Academy
(NBC 5 Talkstreet – October 9, 2022)
Espresso Nutcracker provides twist on classic
Article
Dallas Black Dance Theatre does PDX
(Pamplin Media – October 8, 2022)
White Bird’s Uncaged Series resumes with shows by Dallas Black Dance Theatre.
Article
Things to do
(Dallas Morning News – October 3, 2022)
Fun things to do this weekend
Article
Best things to do in Dallas
(PaperCity Magazine – September 27, 2022)
This fall, don’t miss Dallas Black Dance Theatre’s performance of DanceAfrica
Article
DanceAfrica
(NBC 5 – September 23, 2022)
NBC 5 invites you to savor African heritage
Article
DanceAfrica
(Culture Map – September 23, 2022)
Dallas Black Dance Theatre will present the 17th Annual DanceAfrica
Article
Things to do
(Klyde Warren Park website – September 20, 2022)
DanceAfrica
Article
Renaming Ceremony
(DISD HUB – September 17, 2022)
The Marvin E. Robinson School of Business and Management at Yvonne A. Ewell Townview Center hosted a school renaming ceremony Friday.
Article
Soul-stirring Sistah Ensemble Giwayen Mata
(Broadway World – September 13, 2022)
Dallas Black Dance Theatre presents the 17th Annual DanceAfrica
Article
DanceAfrica
(Go All Events – September 8, 2022)
Dallas Black Dance Theatre’s 17th Annual DanceAfrica
Article
Dart to the Rhythms of Africa
(DART Daily – September 8, 2022)
Catch the troupe’s performance of DanceAfrica
Article
DBDT performs for the Queen
(Dallas Morning News – September 8, 2022)
Queen Elizabeth’s 1991 visit to Dallas
Kate Tamarkin, associate conductor for the Dallas Symphony Orchestra, introduces Queen Elizabeth II to members of the Dallas Black Dance Theatre.
Article
American Airlines supports DBDT
(Greater Diversity – September 2, 2022)
American Airlines, as the exclusive air travel sponsor for Dallas Black Dance Theatre (DBDT), helps the dance company accomplish its mission of reaching diverse communities and ever-expanding national audiences
Article
Genesis Inspiration foundation donates $100,000 to local arts programs
(Focus Daily News – August 19, 2022)
The foundation donated to Dallas Black Dance Theatre
Article
TACA Grants $125,000 to area theaters
(Dallas Voice – August 12, 2022)
The Arts Community Alliance (TACA) – announced the 2022 recipients of its New Works Fund
Article
Pittsburgh Playhouse Offers Six Performances
(Broadway World – August 11, 2022)
Dallas Black Dance Theatre’s mission is to create and produce contemporary modern dance at the highest level of artistic excellence.
Article
D-FW Arts Event
(Dallas Morning News – August 8, 2022)
A rundown of notable arts events
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Best of Big D
(D Magazine – August 1, 2022)
Dallas Black Dance Theatre
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Battery Park Dance Festival
(Martin CID Magazine – July 28, 2022)
Dallas Black Dance Theatre
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This Weekend
(BK reader – July 22, 2022)
DBDT to hit the stage at Von King Park
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4 SummerStage Concerts
(Bed-Stuy – July 20, 2022)
Dallas Black Dance Theatre
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Dallas Black Dance Theatre The BIG Dance
(Philanthropy Lifestyles – July 15, 2022)
“Dallas Black Dance Theatre served up a heap of heart in a tribute to Charley Pride during its Third Annual The BIG Dance”
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SummerStage offers free dance classes
(AM NY – July 7, 2022)
“July 22 will feature a performance by Dallas Black Dance Theatre”
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SummerStage Events
(BK Reader (Brooklyn) – July 1, 2022)
“The performance will include a few of Dallas Black Dance Theatre’s newest works”
TV News Story
Ann Williams honored by Quest for Success
(WFAA – July 1, 2022)
“Quest for Success honors who is bringing dance to the heart of Dallas”
TV News Story
DBDT Goal to bridge cultures through art
(Spectrum News 1 – May 2022)
Hana Delong has been a company member of Dallas Black Dance Theatre for 7 years.
Article
Haven’s International Festival of Arts & Ideas redefines art, builds connections
(CT Insider – May 31, 2022)
Also hoping to blow away audience expectations is Dallas Black Dance Theatre’s artistic director Melissa M. Young
TV News Story
Dallas Black Dance Theatre celebrates Country Music Icon Charley Pride
(NBC 5 6 am version – May 2022)
“Pride’s contribution to music and American history have lasted well beyond his life.”
TV News Story
Charley Pride’s widow on Dallas Black Dance Theatre
(NBC 5 4 pm version)
“Dallas Black Dance Theatre pays tribute to Charley Pride”
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Dallas Black Dance Theatre’s Fundraising Event
(Broadway World – 5/12/22)
“DBDT pays tribute to late country music icon”
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Dallas Black Dance Theatre Boot Scootin’ Boogie
(The Dallas Weekly – 5/11/22)
“A hometown salute to Charley Pride”
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Dallas Black Dance Theatre’s Boot Scootin’ Boogie
(My Sweet Charity – May 11, 2022)
“DBDT’s 45th anniversary honoring the late Charley Pride”
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DBDT Spring Celebration
(Culture Map – April 2022)
The grand finale of Dallas Black Dance Theatre’s 45th season is the spellbinding aerial duet What to Say?
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Dallas Black Dance Theatre marks the finale of its 45th season
(The Dallas Examiner – May 2022)
DBDT features soaring aerial and tango rhythms from around the world.
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Calendar Event
(Art & Seek – May 5, 2022)
Audiences can never get enough of the spellbinding aerial duet What to Say?
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BOOT SCOOTIN’ BOOGIE
(The Dallas Weekly – May 4, 2022)
“A hometown salute to Charley Pride”
Article
Dallas Black Dance Theatre features its spring celebration.
(North Dallas Gazette – May 4, 2022)
Finale features a captivating world premiere and a soaring aerial
Article
DBDT’s 45th Season Finale
(Broadway World – May 4, 2022)
“Dallas Black Dance Theatre marks the Finale of its 45th Season with its Spring Celebration”
TV News Story
Get ready to dance the night away.
(NBC 5 Texas Today – May 3, 2022)
“The BIG Dance is a city-wide dance party worthy of The BIG D.”
Article
Quest Love’s Hip Hop Brunch
(The Dallas Weekly – April 2022)
“Appearance by Dallas Black Dance Theatre has people dancing the afternoon away.”
Articles
DBDT: Encore! Present Rising Excellence
(NBC 5 website – April 12, 2022)
“NBC 5 invites you to experience DBDT: Encore! Dancers”
Article
Dallas Black Dance Theatre marks third return performance to TAMIU
(DFW Living – April 8, 2022)
“The renowned Dallas Black Dance Theatre (DBDT) will mark its third return performance to Texas A&M International University.”
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Dallas Black Dance Theatre marks third return performance to TAMIU
(Larado Morning Times – April 8, 2022)
“The renowned Dallas Black Dance Theatre (DBDT) will mark its third return performance to Texas A&M International University.”
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Zenetta Drew masters the Business of Success
(The Dallas Weekly – 4/1/22)
City of Dallas icon, Zenetta S. Drew, is the executive director of the award winning Dallas Black Dance Theatre.
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DBDT: Encore! Creates Magic on Stage
(Focus Daily News – 3/30/22)
DBDT: Encore! collaborates with New Texas Symphony Orchestra
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Ann Williams Recognized for continuous contributions to the arts
(Texas Metro News – February 17, 2022)
This cultural richness is shared by the founder of Dallas Black Dance Theatre Founder, Ann Williams.
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Ann Williams Recognized for continuous contributions to the arts
(Texas Metro News – February 17, 2022)
This cultural richness is shared by the founder of Dallas Black Dance Theatre Founder, Ann Williams.
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The New Paths of Connection in the World of Arts and Culture
(Muse by Clio – Tessitura’s Andrew Recinos on Zenetta – February 15, 2022)
“Tessitura’s Andrew Recinos on communities that can come back stronger than before.”
Article
Dallas Black Dance Theatre and gypsy musicians from North Macedonia connect over shared rhythm
(The Dallas Morning News (digital) – February 14, 2022)
“The latest collaboration between Dallas Black Dance Theatre and Gypsy musicians from North Macedonia stems from a shared rhythm called clave.”
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Dallas Black Dance Theatre and gypsy musicians from North Macedonia connect over shared rhythm
(The Dallas Morning News – February 13, 2022)
“The latest collaboration between Dallas Black Dance Theatre and Gypsy musicians from North Macedonia stems from a shared rhythm called clave.”
Article
Two Dallas performance groups team up for DISD student enrichment
(Dallas Express – 2/9/22)
“The first video featured is of DBDT’s highly-acclaimed work, ODETTA.”
Radio
Dallas Black Dance Theatre, Dallas Summer Musicals offer streaming performances to DISD
(Art & Seek – February 7, 2022)
“Two Dallas performance groups are working to counter the isolating effects of COVID on DISD students.”
Article
Dallas Black Dance Theatre, Dallas Summer Musicals offer new access to online arts for DISD students
(KERA – 2/7/22)
“Two Dallas performance groups are working to counter the isolating effects of COVID on DISD students.”
Article
Dallas Black Dance Theatre – Cultural Awareness
(NBC 5 – February 3, 2022)
“NBC 5 and the Dallas Black Dance Theatre invite you to experience the portrayal of the emotional struggles of social inequality”
Article
Dallas Black Dance Theatre Launches Art Education Initiative
(Broadway World – 2/1/22)
“Dallas Black Dance Theatre presents a dramatic lesson on the emotional and spiritual struggle of the American Civil Rights Era.”
Article
Four Dallas Arts groups receive $450,000 NEA rescue grants
(KERA – 1/28/22)
“Zenetta Drew said the grant was vital for the company to continue through the pandemic.”
Article
Dallas Arts Groups get $450,000 from NEA
(The Dallas Morning News – 1/27/22)
It’s the latest round of support to come out for arts groups
Article
How the Dallas Symphony Orchestra finds strength through collaboration
(The Dallas Morning News – January 20, 2022)
Dallas Symphony Orchestra Unity Concert featuring Dallas Black Dance Theatre
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Ballet Lubbock to present Dallas Black Dance Theatre
(KLBK/KAMC – 2/5/22)
“Ballet Lubbock is set to host Dallas Black Dance Theatre for a one-night performance.”
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City of Irving to Honor Martin Luther King Jr. Legacy
(Irving Weekly – January 5, 2022)
“The Irving Parks and Recreation Department holds a special event to recognize and appreciate the life and achievements of Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr.”
2021
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Dallas Black Dance Theatre to perform Live with North Macedonians Musicians
(Broadway World – 12/10/21)
“Dallas Black Dance Theatre dancers and North Macedonian musicians will join forces in a live music and dance world premiere”
TV video
The Nutcracker across America
(PBS for the Arts – 12/10/21)
“Dallas Black Dance Theatre presents their students dancing select scenes to Duke Ellington’s music in Espresso Nutcracker“
Article
15 Best things to do in Dallas this week
(Central Track – 12/7/21)
“Dallas Black Dance Theatre presents the classic holiday ballet with a jazzy twist.”
Article
Just how big a deal is Dallas Black Dance Theatre
(Art and Seek – 12/2/21)
“A recent survey says it’s the ninth largest modern dance troupe in the U.S.”
Article
Dallas Black Dance Theatre’s Black on Black
(Dallas Observer – 12/2/21)
“One of our favorite things is when a dance performance sells out”
Article
Behind the Scenes of Dallas Black Dance Academy’s Espresso Nutcracker
(D Magazine – 12/1/21)
“It’s a twist of the traditional Nutcracker”
Article
Live Performances of The Nutcracker Return to North Texas Stages
(NBC 5 website – November 2021)
Dallas Black Dance Theatre returns with its fourth annual Espresso Nutcracker
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The Village Giving Circle supports the Black Community
(Dallas Innovates – 11/24/21)
“Village Giving Circle gives DBDT grant”
Article
DBDT: Encore! Artistic Director discusses her dance The Edge of My Life…So Far
(NBC 5 – 11/3/21)
“Dallas Black Dance Theatre set for the first live home turf performance since the pandemic.”
Article
Dallas Black Dance Theatre presents Behind the Scenes
(Dallas Culture Map – November 2021)
“Behind the Scenes is DBDT’s Thanksgiving holiday gift for their patrons.”
Article
Go Behind the Scenes with Dallas Black Dance Theatre
(Mini Alive – November 2021)
“Dallas Black Dance Theatre gives the community to go Behind the Scenes”
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DBDT and internationally acclaimed choreographers make magic
(Social whirl – 10/20/21)
Dallas Black Dance Theatre celebrates its 45th anniversary as a Catalyst for Change
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DBDT and internationally acclaimed choreographers make magic
(Marketing, News & Information Media – MNI Media – 10/20/21)
Dallas Black Dance Theatre celebrates its 45th anniversary as a Catalyst for Change
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DBDT and internationally acclaimed choreographers make magic
(Africlassical – 10/20/21)
Dallas Black Dance Theatre celebrates its 45th anniversary as a Catalyst for Change
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DBDT and internationally acclaimed choreographers make magic
(Broadway to Vegas – October 24, 2021)
Dallas Black Dance Theatre celebrates its 45th anniversary as a Catalyst for Change
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DBDT: Director’s Choice
(NBC 5 – October 2021)
Join NBC 5 and Dallas Black Dance Theatre for Director’s Choice
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DBDT and internationally acclaimed choreographers make magic
(Broadway world – October 21, 2021)
Dallas Black Dance Theatre celebrates its 45th anniversary as a Catalyst for Change
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TAKING FLIGHT: DALLAS BLACK DANCE THEATRE FORGES NEW CONNECTIONS IN ITS 45TH ANNIVERSARY SEASON
(Arts and Culture Texas – October 21, 2021)
Dallas Black Dance Theatre Artistic Director Melissa M. Young interviewed about Jacob’s Pillow Dance Festival performance and the upcoming Director’s Choice and Cultural Awareness performances.
Article
Dallas Black Dance Academy Director Katricia Eaglin discusses the Academy and Espresso Nutcracker
(NBC 5 Talk Street – October 3, 2021)
Discussing the official school of Dallas Black Dance Theater and their upcoming Espresso Nutcracker performance
Article
DBDT and internationally acclaimed choreographers make magic
(Social whirl – 10/20/21)
Dallas Black Dance Theatre celebrates its 45th anniversary as a Catalyst for Change
Article
DBDT and internationally acclaimed choreographers make magic
(Marketing, News & Information Media – MNI Media – 10/20/21)
Dallas Black Dance Theatre celebrates its 45th anniversary as a Catalyst for Change
Article
DBDT and internationally acclaimed choreographers make magic
(Africlassical – 10/20/21)
Dallas Black Dance Theatre celebrates its 45th anniversary as a Catalyst for Change
Article
DBDT and internationally acclaimed choreographers make magic
(Broadway to Vegas – October 24, 2021)
Dallas Black Dance Theatre celebrates its 45th anniversary as a Catalyst for Change
Article
DBDT: Director’s Choice
(NBC 5 – October 2021)
Join NBC 5 and Dallas Black Dance Theatre for Director’s Choice
Article
SIGNATURE SERIES FEATURING DALLAS BLACK DANCE THEATRE – WICHITA FALLS BALLET THEATRE
(Wichita Falls – Oct 22, 2021)
The Wichita Falls Ballet Theatre is thrilled to have Dallas Black Dance Theatre, back by popular demand, joining their Signature Series performance this October
Article
DBDT and internationally acclaimed choreographers make magic
(Broadway world – October 21, 2021)
Dallas Black Dance Theatre celebrates its 45th anniversary as a Catalyst for Change
Article
WF Ballet returns to Theatre with Dallas Black Dance Theatre
(News 6 in Wichita Falls – October 12, 2021)
The Wichita Falls Ballet Theatre is stepping onto the stage in its 2021-2022 season, opening its first performance with the Dallas Black Dance Theatre.
Article
DART to rhythms of Africa with Dallas Black Dance Theatre
(DART Daily – 9/22/21)
Dallas Black Dance Theatre, the city’s largest dance company, is one of North Texas’ cultural treasures.
Article
Dallas Black Dance Theatre Announces 16th DanceAfrica
(Broadway World on DanceAfrica – September 21, 2021)
Dallas Black Dance Theatre (DBDT) celebrates the rich heritage and ancestry of Africa with the 16th Annual DanceAfrica performances and a free festival.
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Dallas Black Dance Theatre Announces 16th DanceAfrica
(DFW Culture Map – September 21, 2021)
Dallas Black Dance Theatre (DBDT) celebrates the rich heritage and ancestry of Africa with the 16th Annual DanceAfrica performances and a free festival.
See the story »
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DanceAfrica Festival and Performance in Dallas
(Mini Alive – October 1, 2021)
Dallas Black Dance Theatre (DBDT) celebrates the rich heritage and ancestry of Africa with the 16th Annual DanceAfrica performances and a free festival.
Article
Dallas Black Dance Theatre: Festival and Marketplace
(Do 214 – October 2, 2021)
SHORT CLIP LOREM The FREE Saturday daytime DanceAfrica Festival & Marketplace fills Klyde Warren Park with a family vibe through main stage performances, food, fun, and vendors uniting the community of all ages.
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DanceAfrica festival in Dallas
(The 360 Mag – September 9, 2022)
Dallas Black Dance Theatre’s 16th Annual DanceAfrica features Guest Artist Bandan Koro African Drum and Dance Ensemble, and the DeSoto High School A Cappella Choir.
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Two DFW Performing Arts Organizations Celebrate Noteworthy Milestones in 2021
(Dallas Morning News – September 9 2021)
The Fort Worth Opera turns 75 while Dallas Black Dance Theatre hits 45.
Article
DBDT: Encore! Takes Dancing Beyond borders to Fort Worth
(DFW Living on – September 2021)
DBDT: Encore! Takes Dancing Beyond borders to Fort Worth
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Dallas Black Dance Theatre 45th anniversary season
(Dallas Culture Map – September 13, 2022)
Beloved Dallas dance company stretches worldwide for astonishing 45th season
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Dallas Black Dance Theatre is part of the Majestic Theatre’s history
(Dallas Weekly – August 9, 2021)
Dallas Black Dance Theatre was the first resident company of the Majestic Theatre and has performed there more than 500 times.
Article
Dallas Black Dance Theatre launches 45th anniversary season in person and live streaming
(Our community Now – August 9)
Dallas Black Dance Theatre is launching its 45th anniversary season back onstage with four world premieres
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DBDT kicks off 45th season
(Dallas Weekly – August 5, 2021)
Dallas Black Dance Theatre (DBDT) kicks off its 45th Anniversary season this week at the Jacob’s Pillow Dance Festival in the Berkshires
Article
There’ll be a couple centennial celebration of Downtown Dallas’ Majestic Theater
(Central Track (state) – August 19, 2021)
Performances from Herbie Johnson and the Dallas Black Dance Theatre will take place
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Dallas Black Dance Theatre to make Jacob’s Pillow Debut
(Broadway World – July 22, 2022)
Dallas Black Dance Theatre, the oldest and largest continuously operating professional dance company in Dallas, makes its Jacob’s Pillow debut
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Coppell Arts Center will have something for everybody
(Coppell Gazette – July 22, 2022)
The arts center is expected to partner with groups including the Dallas Black Dance Theatre
Article
This past September, Jacob’s Pillow announced that it would expand its curatorial team, adding two women of color
(The Brooklyn Rail – July 2021)
Platforming artists who should have been there a while ago—like Dallas Black Dance Theatre.
TV story
From the Summer Festivals: Jacob’s Pillow
(PBS For The Arts – August 26, 2021)
Talking about the challenges the organization has faced during the pandemic.
Article
Dallas Black Dance Theatre marks huge milestone at Jacob’s Pillow Festival
(Daily Advent/Opera News – August 2021)
DBDT is marking the start of its 45th anniversary with performances at the renowned Massachusetts dance festival.
Article
Dallas Black Dance Theatre Thriving
(All Arts newsletter WNET Group – Aug, 11, 2021)
Dallas Black Dance Theatre sold thousands of virtual seats to its online performances during the past year.
Article
Critics call Dallas Black Dance Theatre Debut at Massachusetts Festival Spectacular
(Texas Standard – 8/23/21)
The Boston Globe called the Dallas Black Dance Theatre’s debut at Jacob’s Pillow Dance Festival “spectacular.”
Article
Jacob’s Pillow: Dallas Black Dance Theatre
(TDF – 8/23/21)
Virtual performance ends Sept. 2, 2021
The Berkshires’ lauded Jacob’s Pillow dance festival resumed in-person performances this summer
Article
Dallas Black Dance Debut at Massachusetts Festival is called spectacular
(Dallas Morning News story #2 online – August 19, 2021)
The Boston Globe called the Dallas Black Dance Thetre’s debut at Jacob’s Pillow Dance Festival “spectacular.”
Article
Dallas Black Dance Debut at Massachusetts Festival is called spectacular
(Art & Seek Radio – August 18, 2021)
The Boston Globe called the Dallas Black Dance Thetre’s debut at Jacob’s Pillow Dance Festival “spectacular.”
Article
Virtual Delving Mini-workshop Dallas Black Dance Theatre
(Chronogram – August 1, 2021)
Open to all dance educators, college dance students and professional dancers
on Sierra’s Jacob’s Pillow workshop
TV story
Dallas Black Dance Theatre Thriving
(PBS NATIONAL – August 11, 2021)
Dallas Black Dance Theatre sold thousands of virtual seats.
Article
Dance Review: Reverence, passion and Connection
(The Berkshire Edge – August 8, 2021)
Dallas Black Dance Theatre was founded in Dallas 45 years ago.
Article
Dallas Black Dance Theatre makes it Jacob’s Pillow debut
(WAMC Albany, New York Rogovoy Report – July 30, 2021)
Dallas Black Dance Theatre makes its Jacob’s Pillow debut
Radio article
Dallas Black Dance Theatre marks huge milestone
(KERA Art & Seek Radio and online story – August 5, 2021)
Dallas Black Dance Theatre is opening a new season, it’s 45th.
Article
Mini-Review
(Times Union – August 2021)
Dallas Black Dance Theatre at Jacob’s Pillow
Article
Boston Globe Review
(Newslocker (Boston Globe review) – August 5, 2021)
Dallas Black Dance Theatre brings meaning and mood to its Jacob’s Pillow debut
Article
About Town
(New Yorker – August 9, 2021)
Jacobs Pillow Dance Festival
Article
Dallas Black Dance Theatre kicks off 45th Season
(The Positive Community (New Jersey) – August 4, 2021)
Jacob’s Pillow commissioned Dallas Black Dance Theatre to perform a new work
Article
Dance Review
(Berkshire Eagle (reran Boston Globe review) – August 2021)
Dallaas Black Dance Theatre Like Water first appearance
Article
DBDT Kicks off 45th Anniversary at Jacob’s Pillow
(Broadway World – August 4, 2021)
The world premiere of LIKE WATER is choreographed by Darrell Grand Moultrie
Article
Dallas Black Dance Theatre to take part In Jacob’s Pillow Festival
(International Association of Blacks in Dance – July 2021)
Dallas Black Dance Theatre is honored to be a part of the full artist lineup for Jacob’s Pillow Dance Festival 2021.
Article
Jacob’s Pillow dance festival
(Step Outside – August 4, 2021)
Dallas Black Dance Theatre has captivated audiences for 45 years.
Article
Boston Globe review
(MSN.com (Boston Globe article) – August 2021)
Dallas Black Dance Theatre brings meaning and mood to its Jacob’s Pillow debut
Article
Goings On About Town
(Best Things Massachusetts (New Yorker) – August 8, 2021)
Jacob’s Pillow Festival
Article
Melanie George and Ali Rosa Salas discuss Jacob’s Pillow
(The Brooklyn Rail – July 2022)
This past September, Jacob’s Pillow announced that it would expand its curatorial team, adding two women of color
Article
DBDT to take part in Jacobs Pillow Dance Festival
(Broadway World – June 29, 2021)
Dallas Black Dance Theatre is honored to be a part of the full artist lineup.
Article
Jacob’s Pillow announces Summer Lineup
(Berkshire Eagle – April, 2021)
Jacob’s Pillow has announced its full summer lineup including world premieres
Article
Two D-FW performing Arts Organizations celebrate Noteworthy Milestones
(Dallas Moring News – September 28, 2021)
Two D-FW performing arts organizations celebrate noteworthy milestones in 2021 The Fort Worth Opera turns 75 while Dallas Black Dance Theatre hits 45.
Article
Diversity in the Arts
(Dallas Morning News – September 24, 2021)
8 top talents, Xavier Mack
Article
Dallas Black Dance Theatre to take part in Jacob’s Pillow International Dance Festival
(Broadway World – 6/29/21)
Dallas Black Dance Theatre is honored to be a part of the full artist lineup for Jacob’s Pillow Dance Festival 2021.
See the story »
Article
Dallas Black Dance Theatre Performs at the Ector.
(Odessa Encore – 6/25/21)
Dallas Black Dance Theatre performed as part of Odessa Arts and Downtown Odessa’s Hot Summer Nights Friday evening at the Ector Theatre.
Article
The BIG Dance was a Big Easy Hit
(My Sweet Charity – 6/22/21)
Leave it to Dallas Black Dance Theatre to kick off the summer…
Article
Weekend Event Planner
(Dallas Culture Map – 5/20/21)
These are the 8 best things to do in Dallas this weekend.
See the story »
Article
Returning to Live Audiences: How 4 Companies Have gotten back onstage.
(Pointe Magazine – May 3, 2021)
in a show of solidarity with other Dallas troupes, the company hosted Together We Dance, a joint production with Bruce Wood Dance and Dallas Black Dance Theatre.
Article
Dallas Arboretum hosts their first Black Heritage Celebration
(Focus Daily News – April 22, 2021)
Encore! performs at Black Heritage Celebration
Article
Art and the city: streaming outdoor venues and teamwork allowed Dallas arts groups to draft a silver linings playbook
(Dallas Morning News – 4/2/21)
It’s a cliché, but making lemonade out of lemons became the mantra that helped the arts in Dallas weather a volatile 12 months.
Article
Jacob’s Pillow Announces Summer Lineup for outdoor performances, virtual events
(Berkshire Eagle – 4/20/21)
Jacob’s Pillow announces summer lineup for outdoor performances, virtual events | Arts And Culture | berkshireeagle.com
Article
Weekend event planner
(Dallas Culture Map – April 15, 2021)
13 Best Things to do in Dallas this weekend
See the story »
These are the 13 best things to do in Dallas this weekend – CultureMap Dallas
Article
Dallas Black Dance Theatre’s Hy7brid big dance is gonna laissez les bon temps rouler
(My Sweet Charity – April 13, 2021)
A lot of folks make the mistake thinking that New Orleans is the only place to Laissez Les Bon Temps Rouler. If you’re not up on your French, the translation is “Let The Good Times Roll.”
Article
Wonder Women Blog Article
(KDDance – April 13, 2021)
Dallas Black Dance Theatre: Encore! celebrates the 100th anniversary of the passage of the 19th Amendment in Nycole Ray’s new work Nineteenth.
TV interview
Dallas Black Dance Theatre presents Rising Excellence and Spring Celebration
(NBC 5 – April 11, 2021)
Discussing Dallas Black Dance Theatre’s upcoming virtual performances of Rising Excellence and Spring Celebration.
Article
Dallas Black Dance Theatre presents Rising Excellence.
(Trendy Africa – April 1, 2021)
For 2021, Dallas Black Dance Theatre – DBDT is ready with its Encore! – Rising Excellence VIRTUAL EVENT
Article
Dallas Black Dance Theatre Dancing Beyond Borders Virtual
(Art and Seek – March 2021)
Dr. Lorenzo “Rennie” Harris’ choreographic genius shines in Hate 2 Luv U
Article
9 Things to do this weekend.
(Culture Map of Dallas – March 11, 2021)
The latest virtual production from Dallas Black Dance Theatre will feature Dr. Lorenzo “Rennie” Harris’ Hate 2 Luv U
Article
Editor’s Pick Dancing Beyond Borders
(Dallas Morning News – March 1, 2021)
Dallas Black Dance Theatre: Encore performs Lorenzo “Rennie” Harris’ “Hate 2 Luv U.
Article
3 Performance Streams You Won’t Want to Miss
(Dance Magazine- March 1, 2021)
Observers in Dallas may have noted dancers appearing outside their natural habitats of the studio and the stage this winter.
Article
Entertainment
(Morning Sun (Alma, Michigan) – Feb 17)
Dallas Black Dance Theatre trots out a virtual doubleheader
Article
All in for Digital Arts and Culture
(LinkedIN – February 16, 2021)
How one dance company is succeeding by centering digital delivery for the long-term
See the story »
Article
Bold Choices Dallas Black Dance Theatre Makes
(Arts+Culture TX – February 9, 2021)
At a time when most US dance companies had made their online content free, DBDT pioneered one of the first models for offering live dance content, viewable online, for a cost.
Article
Dallas Black Dance Theatre has Big Plans for Black History Month
(D magazine – February 1, 2021)
Starting this weekend, the dance company is using new locations and the power of film to lift up its poignant message during this month of celebration and reflection.
Article
Editor’s Pick
(Dallas Morning News – February 1, 2021)
Dallas Black Dance Theatre: Encore presents a tribute to the Civil Rights Era
Article
Dallas Black Dance Theatre presents DBDT: Encore! | The Choreographer Experience:
(Newsbreak – February 1, 2021)
Unsettled Thoughts by Richard A. Freeman, Jr., features an excerpt of the work that explores the roles of the heart and mind.
Article
How to Celebrate Black History Month in Dallas
(D Magazine – January 28, 2021)
Dallas Black Dance Theatre will perform Cultural Awareness, a stunning production of activism through movement.
Article
In a K-Shaped Economic Recovery, what does Funding for Dance Look Like?
(Dance Business Weekly – January 21, 2021)
Performing arts organizations are butterflies in the chrysalis right now
Article
4 Dance Works Honoring the Legacy of Dr Martin Luther King Jr.
(Dance Spirit – January 18, 2021)
First performed by Dallas Black Dance Theatre in 2018, “Bodies as Site of Faith and Protest” transcribes Dr. King’s words into dance.
Article
Reaching Back to History
(Dallas Morning News – 2/14/21)
If the pandemic has overshadowed the country’s other pressing problems, Dallas Black Dance
Theatre is here to remind us that the African American push for equality is an ongoing project.
See the story »
(PDF)
Article
DBDT: Encore! Choreographer Experience at Dallas Black Dance Theatre
(Daily Advent – January 2, 2021)
Virtual Performance features Unsettled Thoughts by Richard A. Freeman, Jr.., features an excerpt of the work that explores the roles of the heart and mind.
Article
Q&A Melissa M. Young and Dallas Black Dance Theatre
(Dallas Doing Good – December 2020)
In her 27th season with Dallas Black Dance Theatre, Melissa M. Young has moved beyond the identity of dancer into an artistic director role.
Article
Dallas Black Dance Theatre Announces Spring 2021 Performances
(Broadway World – December 31, 2020)
Dallas Black Dance Theatre is completing its 44th season with all virtual performances.
Article
Dallas Black Dance Theatre put a twist on the Nutcracker
(WFAA-TV – December 9, 2020)
This Christmas Eve Tale will be brought to life by the Dallas Black Dance Theatre.
Article
Can Pandemic be a Catalyst for a New Global Arts Economy.
(Wallace Foundation Blog by Zenetta S. Drew – December 7, 2020)
This year forced high-tech solutions to the global arts crisis
Article
Dallas Symphony and Dallas Black Dance Theatre Honor Lives Lost to Racial Violence
(Dallas Morning News – Nov. 12, 2020)
“…they came together and struck an acrobatic pose, with one dancer held high above the others.”
2020
Article
Virtual Performances allow Dallas Black Dance Theatre to Press On
(WFAA – December 2, 2020)
Dallas Black Dance Theater is finding unique ways to push through uncertain times.
See the story » (PDF)
Article
This performance showcases the choreographic skills of DBDT and DBDT: Encore! company members
This (virtual) performance showcases the choreographic skills of DBDT and DBDT: Encore! company members as they create works that are a reflection of the times for their peers to perform.
(Broadway World – December 2, 2020)
SHORT CLIP LOREM IPSUM
Article
Dallas Black Dance Theatre presents Works that Reflect the Times
(Dallas Weekly – December 2, 2020)
The featured works of Black on Black are the dancer’s introspective reflections surrounding the pandemic,
Article
Dallas Black Dance Theatre bring it Espresso Nutcracker Online
(A Tempo, WWFM, Classical Network – November 26, 2020)
Dallas Black Dance Theatre’s Academy first created its Espresso Nutcracker in 2018, bringing together parts of the Tchaikovsky ballet with Duke Ellington’s jazz-infused Nutcracker Suite.
Article
Espresso Nutcracker, Trans-Siberian Orchestra and more virtual holiday shows to check out.
(USA Today Network New Jersey/Asbury Park Press – November 24, 2020)
The Dallas Black Dance Academy will present its third annual “Espresso Nutcracker” as a virtual offering on Saturday, Dec. 12.
Article
Dallas Black Dance Theatre offers a virtual world premiere
(Texas Standard – November 13, 2021)
As part of this Saturday’s performance, Dallas Black Dance Theatre will present a virtual world premiere by Joshua Peugh.
Article
Dallas Black Dance Theatre Offers a Virtual World Premiere
(Art & Seek – November 12, 2020)
As part of this Saturday’s performance, Dallas Black Dance Theatre will present a virtual world premiere by Joshua Peugh.
Article
13 Best Things to do in Dallas
(Dallas Culture Map – November 12, 2020)
Dallas Black Dance Theatre will present a virtual edition of Director’s Choice, featuring the world premiere of Joshua L. Peugh’s I AM LARGE
Article
The Concert Truck puts DSO Musician on the Road
(Dallas Morning News – November 12, 2020)
Appearing on some dates will be performers from the Dallas Theater Center and Dallas Black Dance Theatre.
Article
Dallas Symphony Orchestra and Dallas Black Dance Theatre Unite in Concert
(NBC 5 – November 12, 2020)
The Dallas Symphony Orchestra and Dallas Black Dance Theatre will join together for a performance called “Unite in Concert”.
Article
Dallas Black Dance Theatre, DSO unite in concert to honor lives lost
(Fox 4 – November 11, 2020)
Good Day talks to artistic director Melissa Young about the cause and the show.
Article
Concert Will Honor Lives Lost to Racial Violence and Injustice
(NBC 5 – NBC 5)
The Dallas Symphony Orchestra and the Dallas Black Dance Theatre bring something good tonight — a concert to honor those who have lost their lives to racial violence and injustice.
Article
Unity Concert: To Honor Those Who Have Lost their Lives to Racial Violence and Injustice
(KERA Art & Seek – November 5, 2020)
The November 11 concert is a fundraiser for Project Unity
Article
A Time of Healing
(Patron Magazine – October/November 2020)
DSO and DBDT Unite in Concert
Article
Changing the Face of Classical Music
(NBC 5 – November 2, 2020)
The Dallas Symphony Orchestra and Dallas Black Dance Theatre recently announced a public concert to honor those who have lost their lives to racial violence.
Article
Dallas Black Dance Theatre makes Dallas its Stage
(Broadway World – November 02, 2020)
Dallas Black Dance Theatre connects the past to present with two works that stir emotional relevance.
Article
Dallas Black Dance Theatre’s Virtual Director’s Choice
(NewsBreak – November 2, 2020)
Embark on a mesmerizing virtual experience as the Dallas Black Dance Theatre’s dynamic dancers bring to life Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr’s “We Shall Overcome” speech.
Article
Dallas Black Dance Theatre’s Virtual Director’s Choice
(NBC 5 – November 2, 2020)
Embark on a mesmerizing virtual experience as the Dallas Black Dance Theatre’s dynamic dancers bring to life Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr’s “We Shall Overcome” speech.
Article
Dallas Black Dance Theatre presents Director’s Choice
(Dallas Culture Map – November 1, 2020)
Dallas Black Dance Theatre will present Director’s Choice, featuring the world premiere of Joshua L. Peugh’s I AM LARGE
Article
Dallas Black Dance Theatre + Dallas Symphony Orchestra Unite for a concert
(Dance Enthusiast – November 1, 2020)
Dallas Black Dance Theatre will perform an emotionally moving male trio Evidence of Souls.
Article
Dallas Black Dance Theatre and Dallas Symphony Orchestra Unite in Concert
(North Dallas Gazette – October 29, 2020)
The Dallas Symphony Orchestra and Dallas Black Dance Theatre are uniting for a concert to support Project Unity.
Article
Dallas Black Dance Theatre and Dallas Symphony Orchestra Unite
(Ground News – October 29, 2020)
Dallas Black Dance Theatre and Dallas Symphony Orchestra Unite for concert honor live lost to racial violence
Article
Unity Concern
(African American Composers Forum – October 27, 2020)
Dallas Black Dance Theatre and Dallas Symphony Orchestra Unite to in Concert to support Project Unity
Article
Dallas Symphony and Dallas Black Dance Theatre Unite to Honor Lives to Racial Injustice
(The Hub – League of American Orchestras – October 26, 2020)
Dallas Symphony Orchestra and Dallas Black Dance Theatre are Teaming Up for A Special Performance
Article
Two major Dallas arts organizations join forces
(Dallas Culture Map – October 26, 2020)
Dallas Symphony Orchestra and Dallas Black Dance Theatre join forces for a special performance
Article
Project Unity Concert Honors Victims
(Focus Daily News – October 24, 2020)
Project Unit to honor victims of racil violence, brings together Dallas Symphony Orchestra and Dallas Black Dance Theatre for a special concert.
Article
Dallas Black Dance Theatre and Dallas Symphony Orchestra unite in concert
(Black Facts – October 24, 2020)
Dallas Black Dance Theatre and Dalla Symphony Orchestra Unite in concert for Project Unity
Article
Dallas Black Dance Theatre and Dallas Symphony Orchestra Unite in Concert
(Dallas Weekly – October 24, 2020)
Dallas Black Dance Theatre and Dalla Symphony Orchestra are uniting for a concert to support Project Unity
See the story »
Article
Dallas Black Dance Theatre and Dallas Symphony Orchestra unit in Concert
(News Break – October 24, 2020)
Dallas Black Dance Theatre and Dallas Symphony Orchestra are uniting for a concert to support Project Unity
Article
Dallas Black Dance Theatre and Dallas Symphony Orchestra Unite in concert
(Garland Journal – October 24, 2020)
Dallas Black Dance Theatre and Dallas Symphony Orchestra Unite in Concert to Honor Lives Lost to Racial Violenc
Article
Dallas Black Dance Theatre and Dallas Symphony Orchestra unite in concert
(Texas Metro News – October 24, 2020)
Dallas Black Dance Theatre and Dallas Symphony Orchestra unite in concert to honor live lot to racial violence
Article
Dallas Symphony Orchestra and Dallas Black Dance Theatre Unite
(DFW Child – October 24, 2020)
Dallas Black Dance Theatre and Dallas Symphony Orchestra are uniting for a concert to support Project Unity
Article
Dallas Symphony Orchestra and Dallas Black Dance Theatre Unite in Concert
(News Toter – October 24, 2020)
Dallas Black Dance Theatre and Dallas Symphony Orchestra unite in concert to honor live lot to racial violence
Article
Concert to Honor Lives Lost to Racial Violence
(PaperCity Magazine – October 23, 2020)
Dallas Symphony Orchestra, Dallas Black Dance Theatre, and Project Unity will host concert to honor live lot to racial violence
Article
Dallas Black Dance Theatre Celebrates African American Dance Masters
(Broadway World – October 13, 2020)
Dallas Black Dance Theatre (DBDT) celebrates African American dance masters in Tribute, an inspiring work for the ages.
Article
Dallas Black Dance Theatre Celebrates African American Dance Masters
(Social Whirl – October 18, 2020)
Dallas Black Dance Theatre (DBDT) celebrates African American dance masters in Tribute, an inspiring work for the ages.
Article
Dalla Black Dance Theatre Celebrates African American Dance Masters
(Garland Journal – October 13, 2020)
Dallas Black Dance Theatre (DBDT) celebrates African American dance masters in Tribute, an inspiring work for the ages.
Article
Dallas Black Dance Theatre DanceAfrica
(NBC 5 – October 6, 2020)
NBC 5 and Dallas Black Dance Theatre (DBDT) invite you to experience the virtual performance of Dallas Black DanceAfrica on Saturday, October 10.
Article
Dallas Black Dance Theatre Goes Virtual for DanceAfrica
(Art & Seek – October 5, 2020)
This is the 15th year for Dallas Black Dance Theatre to present its annual DanceAfrica Festival.
Article
Dallas Black Dance Theatre Goes Virtual for DanceAfrica
(NEWSBREAK – October 2, 2020)
This is the 15th year for Dallas Black Dance Theatre to present its annual DanceAfrica Festival.
Article
Choreographing the Future: How Dance Companies are Turning Crisis into Opportunity
(SMU Data Arts – September 24, 2020)
Zenetta Drew, executive director of Dallas Black Dance Theatre thinks the pandemic may actually be the catalyst that saves the arts.
Article
Dallas Black Dance Theatre presents Legacy Performance Series
(Newsbreak Legacy – September 12, 2020)
Dallas Black Dance Theatre will present their first virtual showcase of their 44th season.
Article
Best Things this Weekend
(Dallas Cultural Map – September 10, 2020)
Dallas Black Dance Theatre presents Legacy Performance Series
Article
Dallas Black Dance Theatre Launches 44th Season
(Trendy Africa – September 9, 2020)
DBDT and DBDT: Encore! will present a mix of live and taped performances showcasing crowd pleasers and audience favorites.
Article
Dallas Black Dance Theatre Launches 44th Season
(Broadway World – September 8, 2020)
Dallas Black Dance Theatre launches its 44th season with its Legacy Performance Series on a virtual platform during September.
Article
Dallas Black Dance Theatre presents Legacy Performance Series
(Dallas Culture Map – September 1, 2020)
Dallas Black Dance Theatre will present their first virtual showcase of their 44th season.
Article
Dallas Black Dance Theatre Held Virtual Performance With Eye on Sustaining Arts in Pandemic
(NBC5 – July 13, 2020)
The Dallas Black Dance Theatre is looking to the future of performing arts in a pandemic. Over the weekend, it became one of the first professional dance companies to hold a virtual performance with paid admission to the online content.
Review
Dallas Black Dance Theatre’s live ‘Petit Performance’ brings art online
(Dance Informa – July 10, 2020)
Art in the time of corona is all about finding ways to connect with your community online. Dallas Black Dance Theatre has found a way to do just that through its live Petit Performance, and Dance Informa had the pleasure of watching the company’s inaugural virtual show.
Article
Pas de Quarantine
(Dance North Texas – May–July 2020)
The past few months have been difficult to say the least. The arts are still going strong. But you already knew that… didn’t you?
Article
DBDT dance video Tribute to First Responders
(WFAA-TV – April 23, 2020)
Article
10 years since MTV’s ‘Taking the Stage’: Where are the stars now?
(Cincinnati Enquirer – April 23, 2020)
Compared to some of her compatriots, Jasmine White-Killins – one of the original cast – took the straight and narrow path, majoring in dance at Southern Methodist University, then going on to become a member of Dallas Black Dance Theatre.
Article
Sometimes the show can’t go on
(The Dallas Morning News – April 16, 2020)
They say the show must go on, but North Texas theater, dance and music groups are finding show-business edict difficult to honor in the time of the coronavirus.
Article
Art of Recovery
(The Dallas Morning News – April 14, 2020)
Dallas-based dancers share important works and thoughts for a difficult time.
Article
Staying on Your Toes while Sheltering in Place
(Art&Seek – April 10, 2020)
McKinley Willis trained as a child at Dallas Black Dance Academy, graduated from Booker T. Washington High School and the University of Oklahoma, before joining Dallas Black Dance Theatre.
Article
Best Virtual Arts and Culture Events Happening in Dallas
(Dallas Observer – April 9, 2020)
Article
The Art of Dance
(The Dallas Morning News – March 30, 2020)
These local dance companies rival their international counterparts.
Article
How to Keep Local Theatre Afloat during social isolation
(D Magazine – March 24, 2020)
Article
Best Things to do this weekend
(Culture Map – March 12, 2020)
Article
Fourth Annual pi day math festival
(Dallas Weekly – March 9, 2020)
Article
Dallas Area Funders Award $320,000 in Celebration of the 100th Anniversary of Women’s Right to Vote
(Dallas Weekly – March 1, 2020)
Article
Aesha Ash Brings The Power Of Dance To Undeserved Communities
(NewsOne – March 1, 2020)
Article
Dallas Black Dance Theatre Returns to NYC
(Broadway World – February 28, 2020)
Article
Ann Williams’ Mission Has Always Been to Unite Diverse
(PaperCity Magazine – February 27, 2020)
Review
Dallas Black Dance Theatre’s Cultural Awareness program feature three works, including a premiere, by Alvin Ailey artists
(Theater Jones – February 26, 2020)
Article
Founder of the Dallas Black Dance Theatre Ann Williams
(NBC5 – February 25, 2020)
Article
Dallas Black Dance Theatre and Dallas Opera Collaborate For ‘Pulcinella’
(Arts and Culture – February 18, 2020)
Article
Irving MLK Celebrations will feature Dallas Black Dance and Soul Rep Theatre
(North Dallas Gazette – February 13, 2020)
Article
A Non-basic guide to Valentine’s Day for couples and singles
(Dallas Observer – February 13, 2020)
Article
12 Best Things to do in Dallas This Weekend
(Dallas Culture Map – February 12, 2020)
Article
Dallas Black Dance Theatre will present a world premiere from choreographer Hope Boykin
(The Dallas Morning News – February 6, 2020)
Article
Where to Observe Black History Month
(D magazine – February 6, 2020)
Article
A Veteran Affair at DBDT
(Dallas Council Dance NTx – February 1, 2020)
Article
Top 5 free Things to do at Your Public Library This February
(Plano Magazine – January 20, 2020)
Article
Camden’s Own Nyemah Gillespie Sets the Stage for Her BOE Tenure
(Tap into Camden – January 6, 2020)
“Former DBDT summer intensive student elected to Camden, NJ Board of Education.”
2019
Review
A Jazzy Nutcracker
(Theater Jones – December 17, 2019)
“The Dallas Black Dance Academy offered a new take on a holiday staple with The Espresso Nutcracker.”
Article
A New Nutcracker
(Theatre Jones – Dec. 12, 2019)
The Dallas Black Dance Academy puts its own twist on the holiday classic with Espresso Nutcracker at the Majestic Theatre.
Review
Still They Rise
(Theater Jones – November 10, 2019)
Dallas Black Dance Theatre’s 2019 Director’s Choice was spiced up by Nijawwon K. Matthews’ powerful From Within.
Article
Best Bet for Weekend
(The Dallas Morning News – November 1, 2019)
The premiere of a new work commissioned by New York choreographer Nijawwon Matthews, described as a “transformative experience from the from the trauma of betrayal to healing.”
Article
Fire Within
(Theater Jones – October 30, 2019)
Dallas Black Dance Theatre digs deep to find their fire in Nijawwon Matthews’ new work, From Within, part of the company’s Director’s Choice this weekend.
Article
Best Bet
(Dallas Morning News – October 4, 2019)
DanceAfrica is a festival of African arts and culture that brings dancers and drummers to the stage to celebrate the rich history of Africa.
Article
14th Annual Dance Africa
(Dallas Weekly – September 11, 2019)
Energized by the beat of the drums, Muntu Dance Theatre performs ancient and contemporary African dance with its unique synthesis of dance, rhythm, music, and folklore.
Article
Dallas Dances: DBDT
(Theater Jones – August 28, 2019)
Dallas Black Dance Theatre’s Xavier Mack on his third season with the company and performing Darrell Grand Moultrie’s Execution of a Sentiment.
Article
Dallas Black Dance Theatre Rolled Up The Wyly Theatre Rug For “The BIG Dance”
(My Sweet Charity – July 23, 2019)
Leave it to the Dallas Black Dance Theatre to raise the roof and burn up the dance floor when it comes to fundraising.M
Article
BIG Dance Party takes over Dallas’ Wyly Theatre, Brings Back the Harlem of the Roaring 1920s
(PaperCity Magazine – July 16, 2019)
The groundbreaking history of Dallas Black Dance Theatre and its reputation for bringing unparalleled repertoires to the stage is unparalleled — and this year, for the first time, DBDT presented a megawatt (and mega-fun) fundraiser to match.
Article
Top 21 Things to Do
(Dallas Observer – May 29, 2019)
Dallas Black Dance Theatre doesn’t actually know how to do anything that’s not big, epic or sensational, so it doesn’t surprise us that their new fundraiser is called The BIG Dance.
Review
Spring in their Steps
(Theatre Jones – May 21, 2019)
Dallas Black Dance Theatre ends their season with a strong collection of works and guests Ballet Hispánico.
Article
Dance Vibes
(Theater Jones – May 15, 2019)
“Dallas Black Dance Theatre’s Jasmine White-Killins on revealing a new layer of herself in Darrell Grand Moultrie’s Execution of a Sentiment, part of the Spring Celebration Series.”
Review
Dallas Black Dance Theatre in the Spirit of Now
(Out and About NY – May 10, 2019)
“The five dance/theatre works offered by a diverse group of emerging, established and master choreographers broached themes ranging from relationships to civil rights.”
Article
DBDT 42nd Season Finale Features Two Celebrity Choreographers and guest artist Ballet Hispánico.
(The Dallas Weekly – May 8, 2019)
Dallas Black Dance Theatre (DBDT) ends its 42nd season featuring two celebrity choreographers Jamal Story, who currently works with Cher and Darrell Grand Moultrie, who has worked with Beyoncé.
Article
Style in Motion
(NorthPark Center blog – May 1, 2019)
Each image in Style in Motion for NorthPark The Magazine was designed as a portrait to showcase the artist as well as the fashion.
Article
Dallas Black Dance Theatre Looks Ahead with New Artistic Director at Helm
(Arts+Culture on Melissa – May 1, 2019)
Young’s first year marks a continuation of the trajectory that Dallas Black Dance Theatre has been on for a decade.
Article
Style in Motion
(NorthPark Center Magazine (pg. 44) – May 1, 2019)
Dallas Black Dance Theatre’s featured in fashion layout
Article
The Queen of Dallas Dance Takes Some Bold Steps
(PaperCity magazine article on Melissa – April 26, 2019)
This season — her 25th with the company — marked her first as artistic director.
Review
Everybody Rise
(Theater Jones – April 19, 2019)
DBDT: Encore! showed range and versatility in Rising Excellence, featuring guest Rhythmic Souls Tap Company.
Article
Booker T. Washington and Juilliard grad My’kal J. Stromile Returns Home to Choreograph again for Dallas Black Dance Theatre.
(The Dallas Morning News – April 5, 2019)
Dallas Morning News article on My’Kal Stromile
By 9, he was a full-fledged member of a local troupe run by a former Alvin Ailey principal dancer.
Article
Moving a Legacy Forward
(FYI 50+ – February 2019)
Founder Ann Williams and Artistic Director Melissa M. Young look forward to a new generation.
Article
Justified Movement
(Theater Jones – February 14, 2019)
Dallas Black Dance Theatre celebrates singer and Civil Rights activist Odetta Holmes in Matthew Rushing’s Odetta, part of the company’s Cultural Awareness Series at the Wyly Theatre.
Article
Dallas Black Dance Theatre troupe to perform in Wichita Falls, held preview for students
(Times Record News – February 8, 2019)
Dallas Black Dance Theatre, led by Artistic Director Melissa Young, performed Friday morning for Rider High School Fine Arts students at the school’s auditorium.
See the story »
Article
Dallas Black Dance Theatre’s performance to be transformative, healing
(Times Record News – February 8, 2019)
The overall theme for the world-renowned Dallas Black Dance Theatre in 2019 is “Let Dance be your Sanctuary”, according to DBDT Artistic Director Melissa M. Young.
See the story »
Article
Wichita Falls Ballet Theatre Signature Series a collaboration of immense talent, basic essentials
(Times Record News – February 8, 2019)
Liberatore and her husband, Executive Director Val’s ballet company will share the stage with the world-renowned Dallas Black Dance Theatre for a very special evening of dance.
See the story »
Article
2019-2020 for the Dallas Opera
(Theater Jones – January 25, 2019)
The Dallas Opera’s new season has warhorses, surprises, a collaboration with Dallas Black Dance Theatre, the fifth women’s conductors institute, and a major opera star.
See the story »
Article
Q&A: Zenettta Drew, executive director of Dallas Black Dance Theatre
(Dayton Business Journal – January 23, 2019)
Entering the dance company with 11 years of prior accounting management experience at ARCO Oil and Gas Co., she helped transform the dance company’s initial operating budget of $175,000 to more than $4.9 million.
See the story »
Article
Dallas Black Dance Theatre keeps pushing boundaries
(Dayton Business Journal – January 22, 2019)
As it enters its 43rd anniversary, the oldest professional dance company in Dallas continues to bridge cultures and span its outreach to diverse communities through modern dance.
See the story »
2018
Article
Why do only two major dance suppliers offer shoes for ballerinas of color?
(D Magazine – December 2018)
Dancers in Dallas are still stuck “pancaking” their shoes to match their skin tone.
Article
Dallas Black Dance Theatre Presents Black on Black
(Culture Map – December 6, 2018)
Dallas Black Dance Theatre and DBDT: Encore! dancers will showcase their skills as choreographers, creating works performed by their fellow dancers.
Article
Dallas Black Dance Theatre Celebrates the Holiday with First Annual Espresso Nutcracker
(Dallas Examiner – December 5, 2018)
The performance will feature all Pre Pro I – Pre Pro IV students in Pre Pro Pointe classes.
Article
Dallas Black Dance Theatre Names Melissa M. Young Artistic Director
(North Texas Dance Council – November 2018)
In a unanimous decision the Board of Directors of Dallas Black Dance Theatre (DBDT) named Melissa M. Young artistic director of the 42-year-old dance company.
Review
Time on Their Side
(Theater Jones – November 8, 2018)
Dallas Black Dance Theatre delivered a fantastic Director’s Choice concert, with exciting new works and pieces from their repertoire.
Review
Dallas Black Dance Theatre’s Director’s Choice Proves to be a Deeply Relevant Program
(D Magazine Front Row – November 6, 2018)
Dallas Black Dance Theatre emphasizes diversity in each of its evening-length programs
Article
Dallas Black Dance Theatre at the Wyly Theatre
(Dallas Morning News Best Bet – November 2, 2018)
In another example of the collaborative nature of the Dallas dance scene, Dallas Black Dance Theatre’s Director’s Choice program features the premiere of a new work, This Time, created by Bruce Wood Dance artistic director Joy Bollinger.
Article
Perfect Timing
(Theater Jones – October 31, 2018)
Dallas Black Dance Theatre explores the fleeting nature of time and memories in Joy Bollinger’s new work, This Time, part of the company’s Director’s Choice Series at the Wyly Theatre.
Radio interview
Dallas Black Dance Theatre – Melissa M. Young- Artistic Director
(KRLD – October 2018)
DBDT Artistic Director Melissa M. Young talks about the 2018-2019 season
Radio interview
Dallas Black Dance Theatre – Nycole Ray – DBDT: Encore! Artistic Director
(KRLD – October 2018)
DBDT: Encore! Artistic Director Nycole Ray talks about the 2018-21019 season
Radio interview
Dallas Black Dance Theatre – Katricia Eaglin – Dallas Black Dance Academy Director
(KRLD – October 2018)
DBD Academy Director Katricia Eaglin talks about the academy.
Article
Lily Cabatu Weiss Goes Loopy with Dallas Black Dance Theatre
(NBC 5 Arts Blog – October 30, 2018)
She is an educator and an arts advocate, but for Dallas Black Dance Theatre’s “Director’s Choice,” Lily Cabatu Weiss returns to her core artistic love: dance
Article
Dallas Black Dance Theatre Embodies the Physical Struggles of the Civil Rights Movement
(Dallas Morning News – October 26, 2018)
Tommie-Waheed Evans researched how the human body reacts to the kind of physical attacks endured by protesters during the civil rights movement and created a dance out of it.
Article
Dallas Black Dance Theatre reflects on historic times and cherished moments in Director’s Choice Series.
(Dallas Weekly – October 25, 2018)
The Dallas premiere of Bodies as Site of Faith and Protest by choreographer Tommie-Waheed Evans draws on fierce physical language through dance set to iconic speech excerpts by Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr.
Article
Michael Bloomberg Thinks Midsize Arts Nonprofits Can Change American Cities, and He’s Spending Over $100 Million to Prove It
(ArtNet News – October 17, 2018)
Zenetta S. Drew, executive director of the Dallas Black Dance Theater (another AIM recipient), highlighted the ongoing advisory relationship as “the biggest game changer with the AIM grant.”
Review
Rhythms of Africa
(Theater Jones – October 6, 2018)
Friday night, the walls of Moody Performance Hall vibrated with electric energy.
Article
Dallas Black Dance Theatre Stuns with DanceAfrica
(D Magazine Front Row – October 5, 2018)
The atmosphere is electric inside the studios of Dallas Black Dance Theatre.
Article
For the first time, Dallas Black Dance Theatre incorporates the art form of stepping into its annual DanceAfrica performance with Step Afrika! at Moody Performance Hall.
(Theater Jones – October 4, 2018)
If you and your family are looking for something fun, loud and joyous to do this weekend, check out Dallas Black Dance Theatre’s 13th annual DanceAfrica performance at Moody Performance Hall in the Dallas Arts District.
Article
DanceAfrica Returns as DBDT Season Opener
(Dallas Examiner – October 1, 2018)
The Dallas Black Dance Theatre will kick off its 2018-2019 season in the Dallas Arts District with its 13th annual DanceAfrica – celebrating the rich heritage and ancestry of Africa.
Article
Dallas Black Dance Theatre Announces Melissa M. Young artistic director
(Trendy Africa – October 1, 2018)
“Dallas Black Dance Theatre is excited to have one of our own become the Artistic Director.”
Article
Dance Council of North Texas Honors Four Dance Icons
(Focus Daily News – October 1, 2018)
The 2018 Honors recipients are Glenda Brown, Joshua L. Peugh, Darrell Cleveland, and Milton T. Tatum Jr.
Article
Dallas Black Dance Theatre Announces New Artistic Director and much more!
(Kddance blog – September 27, 2018)
Lot’s of great news has been coming out of the Dallas Black Dance Theatre (DBDT) organization the last couple of weeks, including today’s announcement that Melissa Young will be taking over as artistic director.
Article
Dallas Black Dance Theatre’s Melissa M. Young Named artistic director after 25 years with the company.
(Dallas Morning News – September 27, 2018)
Melissa M. Young has been with Dallas Black Dance Theatre for 25 of its 42 years and has held almost every job on the artistic side of company.
Article
Dallas Black Dance Theatre, One of 5 U.S. Organizations Selected for International Communities Connecting Heritage Program
(The Dallas Weekly – September 20, 2018)
Dallas Black Dance Theatre (DBDT) is among five artistic organizations in the nation receiving funding through the Communities Connecting Heritage (CCH) exchange program for its new cultural heritage project with Macedonian filmmakers.
Article
Dallas Black Dance Theatre Presents 13th DanceAfrica
(The Dallas Weekly – September 6, 2018)
Dallas Black Dance Theatre (DBDT) kicks off its 2018-2019 season with its 13th Annual DanceAfrica, October 5-6, 2018, in the Dallas Arts District.
Article
Members of Dallas Black Dance Theatre take a Bow at the Nasher Sculpture Center
(Plano Profile – September 2018)
On an early Thursday morning, a woman in a blue accordion skirt rises onto her toes inside the heavy steel walls of Richard Serra’s sculpture, My Curves Are Not Mad, housed inside the Nasher Sculpture Center.
Article
JUST IN: Dallas Black Dance Theatre Receives $100,000 Grant Funded by The Andrew W. Mellon Foundation
Jeanne Prejean
(My Sweet Charity – August 23, 2018)
Dallas Black Dance Theatre Founder Ann Williams and Executive Director Zenetta S. Drew are doing cabrioles and echappés with good reason.
Article
2018-2019 for Dallas Black Dance Theatre
(Theater Jones – August 19, 2018)
The next season for DBDT features guest performances from Ballet Hispánico and Step Afrika!, plus six world premieres, and more.
Article
Dallas Black Dance Theatre Launches 42nd Season
(Dallas Weekly – August 17, 2018)
Dallas Black Dance Theatre (DBDT) launches its 42nd season with six world premieres, including a new work by Princess Grace award-winning choreographer Darrell Grand Moultrie.
Article
Target Sponsors Dallas Black Dance Academy Free Dance Integration Classes in 21 Schools
(Dallas Weekly – Published August 12, 2018)
Dallas Black Dance Academy is preparing for its ninth year of instructing free Dance Integration classes for school districts across the Dallas-Fort Worth Metroplex, thanks to the sponsorship of Target.
Article
SMU Study: Most Arts Groups Operate Cash-strapped
(Park Cities People – Published August 9, 2018)
Released in May, NCAR’s Working Capital Report found that on average, “the majority of arts and culture organizations are cash-strapped.”
Article
Best Dance Company – Dallas Black Dance Theatre
(D Magazine – Published August 2018)
“DBDT has a season of strong collaborations”
Article
Dallas Black Dance Theatre closes its season with a strong Spring Celebration, featuring guests Dark Circles Contemporary Dance.
Emily Sese
(Theater Jones – May 21, 2018)
Powerhouse company Dallas Black Dance Theatre and special guest Dark Circles Contemporary Dance came together to produce a show filled with surprises, comedic elements, and stunning technique in Spring Celebration.
Article
Dallas Black Dance Theatre Offers Creative Learning Opportunities with Cultural Awareness Series
(Dance North Texas – May – July 2018)
“These staggering attendance numbers prove kids and educators are hungry for the arts.”
Profile
Gen Next : Claude Alexander
Linden Wilson
(Paper City – May 2018)
Age: 31
Occupation: Dallas Black Dance Theatre Dancer
Tools of the trade: Spirit. Authenticity. An open mind.
Article
He’s a giraffe in ‘The Lion King’ and the choreographer of dramatic works for Dallas Black Dance Theatre
Manuel Mendoza
(Dallas Morning News – May 16, 2018)
Ray Mercer is a choreographer who brings a theatrical flair from Broadway to his latest work for Dallas Black Dance Theatre.
Article
Essential viewing: Ulysses Dove’s knife-sharp ‘Vespers’ is Dallas Black Dance Theatre’s most arresting work
Manuel Mendoza
(Dallas Morning News – May 16, 2018)
Riveting in its mechanized precision, mesmerizing in its unrelenting repetition, Ulysses Dove’s Vespers is an emotional dance inspired by faith, but it succeeds just as powerfully as an abstract piece of movement and sound.
Article
Bloomberg Expands Arts Grants to Seven more Cities
Hilarie M. Sheets
(New York Times – May 10, 2018)
Strengthening the Arts in Cities: The Arts Innovation and Management Program
Article
Dallas Black Dance Theatre & Dallas Black Chamber of Commerce Partner for 41st Season Finale During Spring Celebration
(Dallas Weekly – May 3, 2018)
“An arts event is a great place to network, to entertain clients or reward employees,” said Dallas Black Chamber of Commerce President Marnese Barksdale Elder.
Review
Dancing Diversity
Emily Sese
(TheaterJones – April 13, 2018)
DBDT: Encore! showed the group’s range with the terrific showcase of Rising Excellence.
Article
In the Sea of Heaven’s world premiere in Dallas enters waters of destruction and peace.
(DMagazine – Published April 3, 2018)
“Technically, they are very good. And they understand my instincts. I love working with smart dancers.”
Article
Dallas Black Dance Theatre features Japanese Choreographer Takehiro Ueyama
(Hollywood Hernandez Live! – April 2, 2018)
Dallas Black Dance Theatre’s Rising Excellence Series features the debut of In the Sea of Heaven, by Japanese choreographer, Takehiro “Take” Ueyama.
Article
New dance inspired by 2011 earthquake and tsunami that ravaged Japan to premiere in Dallas
(Dallas Morning News – Published April 2, 2018)
To honor these souls, Ueyama created “In the Sea of Heaven.” He calls the piece a fairy tale that transforms the victims into angels.
Article
TACA applauds outstanding Dallas arts patrons at Silver Cup Awards
(CultureMap – March 29, 2018)
Members of Dallas Black Dance Theatre performed the world premiere of A Precious Stone in honor of Stone.
Article
DBDT Features Japanese Choreographer Takehiro Ueyama
Dallas Japanese Association in English – March 22, 2018)
Inspired by the 2011 earthquake and tsunami that devastated Japan as well as the 2017 hurricanes, Ueyama describes the dance as a fairytale that pays tribute to the victims who are transformed into angels.
Article
DBDT Features Japanese Choreographer Takehiro Ueyama
(Dallas Japanese Association partially in Japanese – March 22, 2018)
ダラス3月号 コラム“この人に訊く”でもインタビューさせて頂いた
植山武博氏 振付のダンス公演が4月6日・7日 に開催されます。
Article
Dallas Black Dance Theatre’s Encore! Rising Excellence Series features Japanese Choreographer Takehiro Ueyama
(Dallas Weekly – March 21, 2018)
“In the Sea of Heaven features Encore! dancers in sustained motion and embraces their collective strength.”
Article
Passion in Motion, Frisco Native takes Dance Talent to Dallas Black Dance Theatre
(Frisco Enterprise – Published February 16, 2018)
When she is not rehearsing for performances at Dallas Black Dance Theatre during the week, you will find her back in her hometown of Frisco, sharing her dance knowledge with students at Frisco Music and Arts.
Article
Choreographer and Hurricane Katrina Survivor Michelle Gibson shares her story in Displaced, Yet Rebirthed part of the Dallas Black Dance Theatre’s Cultural Awareness Series.
(TheaterJones.com – Published February 15, 2018)
In August 2005, Michelle N. Gibson and her family, including her newborn son, piled into their car and drove away from their New Orleans home.
Article
Dallas Black Dance Theatre’s Tribute to New Orleans
(Hollywood Hernandez Live – Published February 14, 2018)
Hollywood Hernandez Live had the opportunity to go behind the scenes and also interview The Dallas Black Dance Theatre’s choreographer, Michelle N. Gibson, at a rehearsal for the group’s upcoming performance.
Article
Displaced, Yet Rebirthed Dallas Black Dance Theatre 2018
(Texas Metro News – Published February 13, 2018)
Watch as Hollywood Hernandez gets a sneak peek of DBDT’s upcoming production, Displaced, Yet Rebirthed as well as his interview with its choreographer, Michelle N. Gibson.
Article
Displaced, Yet Rebirthed is her Survivor Story told at Dallas Black Dance Theatre
(Dallas Morning News – Published February 12, 2018)
Michelle N. Gibson starts rolling as soon as the recorder does. A choreographer and New Orleans native, she doesn’t cede the floor for more than 15 minutes.
Article
Farewell Founders Luncheon Celebrates Dallas Black Dance Theatre Supporters and Launches the Ann Williams Legacy Society.
(My Sweet Charity – February 9, 2018)
Instead of the luncheon event going quietly into the night, it was decided to hold a send-off event — “Farewell Founder’s Luncheon” — at which time the new fundraising program would be revealed.
Article
Dallas Black Dance Theatre Celebrates 41 years with a New Beginning
(PaperCity – Published February 7, 2018)
Final Founder’s Luncheon Sets the Stage for Bigger Event to Come
Article
Flashback: Dallas Black Dance Theatre brought Color to the Dallas Dance Scene
(The Dallas Morning News – Published Feb. 7, 2018)
In 1976, The Dallas Black Dance Theatre staked its claim as the first black dance troupe in Dallas when Ann Williams founded the organization.
Reporter: Chelsea Watkins
Article
The Ones for Texas: Michelle Gibson
(CBS 11 – Published February 5, 2018)
A talented choreographer is sharing her journey from New Orleans to North Texas this month, through the Dallas Black Dance Theatre.
Watch this story.
Article
Dallas Black Dance Theatre Unveils a New Way to Give.
(Dallas Morning News – Published January 31, 2018)
The innovative sage and founder of Dallas Black Dance Theatre always seems to be planning new ventures and Ann Williams is at it again.
Review (of Encore!)
The Power of Three
(TheaterJones – Published January 25, 2018)
“Their duet is weightless—they melt into each other with a dreamlike quality.”
Article
Revered Dallas dance company honors founder at elegant luncheon
(Culture Map – Published January 25, 2018)
The event honored longtime supporters and introduced a new fundraising initiative, the Ann Williams Legacy Society.
Article
Dallas Black Dance Theatre Farewell Founders Luncheon; Honorees and Supporters Celebrated Overlooking Downtown Dallas
(My Sweet Charity – Published January 16, 2018)
The Dallas skyline was the backdrop and an enchantingly beautiful center-of-room Christmas tree was the centerpiece for the Dallas Black Dance Theatre’s Farewell Honoree Reception December 5.
2017
Article
Dallas Booming Dance Scene Infused with New Blood New Ideas but can it be Sustained?
(Dallas Morning News – Published December 21, 2017)
Until 2011, the Dallas dance scene was good but predictable: Texas Ballet Theater and Dallas Black Dance Theatre had been doing consistently accomplished work for decades, and a few smaller, long-running groups were putting on some interesting concerts.
Reporter: Manuel Mendoza
Article
Remembering Trailblazing Ruth Collins Sharp Altshuler
(Dallas Morning News – Published December 21, 2017)
Months later, I met this gracious and funny lady named Ruth. She later became my mentor in fundraising, teaching me little tricks on how to enjoy asking for support for your cause.
Author: Zenetta S. Drew
Article
2018 Dallas Black Dance Theatre’s Farewell Founder’s Award Luncheon to Honor Founder Ann Williams as Awardees Andy McCathy, Herdercine Nash and Linda Todd.
(My Sweet Charity – Published December 11, 2018)
But the upcoming fundraiser on Wednesday, January 17, at the Hilton Anatole has been renamed the 2018 Farewell Founder’s Awards Luncheon. The reason is that it will be the last one. It’s time to launch a new “initiative.”
Reporter: Jeanne Prejean
Article
Setting the Stage
(Patron Magazine – December 1, 2017)
“Dance is live art.” You could call that the motto of Sean Smith, dynamo of Dallas Black Dance Theatre.
Article
Dallas Black Dance Theatre Steps Up
(D Magazine – Published December 2017)
Ann Williams created a bastion of the Dallas cultural scene when she founded Dallas Black Dance Theatre 41 years ago.
Reporter: Annie Wiles
Article
Melissa M. Young
(North Dallas Gazette – Published November 23, 2017)
Dallas Black Dance Theatre (DBDT), the 10th largest minority arts organization in America, congratulates Associate Artistic Director Melissa M. Young for winning the Shining Star Award.
See the story » (PDF)
Review
Brave New World
(TheaterJones – Published November 9, 2017)
With its Director’s Choice concert of newer works, Dallas Black Dance Theatre breathtakingly moves into its future.
Reporter Cheryl Callon
Article
Fresh Perspectives
(TheaterJones – Published November 1, 2017)
Booker T. alum Rebecca Troyak makes her choreographic debut at Dallas Black Dance Theatre’s Director’s Choice performance this weekend.
Reporter: Katie Dravenstott
Preview
Former Break dancer’s Brainstorm becomes a Chaotic, Intense, Political work for Dallas Black Dance Theatre
(Dallas Morning News – October 30, 2017)
The new Artistic Director/Choreographer of Dallas Black Dance Theatre shines in Finale
Tower has become one of the most physically intense dance works you’re ever going to see.
See the story »
Profile
The Dallas Black Dance Theatre Veteran on Stepping into the Opera World as choreographer for The Dallas Opera’s Production of Sampson et Delila
(TheaterJones.com – Published October 17, 2017)
Nycole Ray is a prime example of what it takes to maintain a career in the ever-changing dance field.
Review
Ago! Ame! Listen! This year’s DanceAfrica from Dallas Black Dance Theatre was even more brillant as the artists paid tribute to the late Baba Chuck Davis.
(TheaterJones.com – Published October 11, 2017)
Great performances sometimes leave you speechless. Not in the sense of having nothing to say, but rather the feeling of so many emotions and thoughts welling up, you don’t know where to begin.
Preview
Around the State
(Dallas Examiner – Published October 8, 2017)
Dallas Black Dance Theatre will present its 12th annual DanceAfrica
Preview
DanceAfrica at Moody Performance Hall, Strauss Square
(Dallas Morning News – Published October 6, 2017)
“Baba Chuck” Davis spent half of his 80 years organizing DanceAfrica festivals across the country.
Preview
More than Dance and Music: Bandan Koro brings West Africa to life in Dallas.
(Dallas Morning News – Published October 4, 2017)
At DanceAfrica, Bandan Koro will pay tribute to Baba Chuck Davis, a North Carolina African-American dance pioneer who started DanceAfrica 40 years ago in New York and died this year.
Preview
Dallas Black Dance Theatre Waltzes through the Past, Leaps into the Future.
(NBC 5 Arts Blog – Published September 29, 2017)
“40 Years Forward,” Dallas Black Dance Theatre’s (DBDT) archive exhibition tour, wraps up a year-long celebration of the oldest continuously operating dance company in Dallas, but for Melissa M. Young, the exhibition chronicles her artistic
TV news story
KLRN Arts: Dallas Black Dance Theatre
(KLRN – Published September 14, 2017)
“The Dallas Black Dance Theatre is leading the way for 35 girls to perfect their dance moves…”
Article
Best of Best: Annual Dallas Fort Worth theater Critics Forum Awards
(Dallas Morning News – Published September 12, 2017)
There’s a deep bench of talent in Dallas-Fort Worth theater, judging by the results of the 2017 Dallas-Fort Worth Theater Critics Forum Awards.
Reporter: Nancy Churnin
Profile
New Dance Chair Points Towards Success
(Point Park University-The Globe – Published September 5, 2017)
For the first time in university history, the Conservatory of Performing Arts (COPA) appointed an African-American to serve as the chair of the dance department.
Article
2017-2018 Season for Dallas Black Dance Theatre
(TheaterJones – Published August 25, 2017)
The 2017-2018 season for Dallas Black Dance Theatre (DBDT) has been announced.
Article
The NCAR Dashboard: In High Gear
(SMU Meadows MPrint – Published August 2017)
In 1987, the year Zenetta Drew joined the Dallas Black Dance Theatre (DBDT) as executive director, the 10-year-old company unveiled an ambitious growth plan: find and move into downtown quarters; begin a touring program; pay full-time salaries to its dancers.
Profile
Movers and Shakers
(Patron Magazine – August/September 2017)
The filmmaker describes Moving Cities as “a collection of individual portraits of each city and trying to explain the relationship between the movement of the city—the cars, the trains, the people, and the dancers.”
Obituary
Funeral Planned for Beloved North Texas Dancer and Teacher as Police Search for his Killer.
(NBC 5 Dallas – Published August 4, 2017)
“And Darrell had the most infectious smile you’d ever seen. Just big, bright and beautiful!”
Noteworthy
Rapid Response: DBDT: Encore!’s Trip to Chile
(American Dance Abroad – Published August 2017)
Thanks to support from American Dance Abroad’s Rapid Response program, Dallas Black Dance Theatre’s second professional company (DBDT: Encore!) traveled to Chile for the country’s 10th Theatre and Dance International Festival Antifaz/FINTDAZ 2017…
Obituary
Dallas Dancer’s Mysterious Killing Leaves Community in Mourning
(ABC News – Published July 25, 2017)
“Cleveland’s death, described by a former employer as a “terrible shock,” has now left a dance community in mourning.”
Obituary
Dancers Mourn Choreographer who was among 2 Drivers Slain Sunday in Dallas
(Dallas Morning News – Published July 23, 2017)
‘”His choreography and teaching affected the dance community on a scale so grand that we can’t begin to measure,” said Tiffani Rogers and Lori Slaughter, directors of the Mary Lois School of Dance.’
Noteworthy
DBDT Showcases Allure of Dance Education
(LaPrenSA – Published July 22, 2017)
“Professional dancers with Dallas Black Dance Theatre (DBDT) returned to the Carver for an eighth year to teach dance at its Summer Dance Intensive Program.”
Noteworthy
Dancers Teach SA Teens about African-American Movement
(San Antonio Express-News – Published July 16, 2017)
As dance instructor Kayah Franklin counted out a beat, a cluster of girls formed a fluid line, thrusting arms in the air, just as they had been practicing all week.
Noteworthy
“Overcoming Blind Spots in Striving for Diversity”
(DanceUSA – Published June 29, 2017)
Address given in May 2017 at OPERA America’s annual conference “Creating Collaborative Change,” hosted by the Dallas Opera. It is reprinted with kind permission
Noteworthy
Help the DMA Set a World Record by Dressing Up as Frida Kahlo.
(D Magazine – Published June 26, 2017)
“Before the record-setting attempt, the Frida Fest will have discounted tickets to the exhibition, a performance by Dallas Black Dance Theatre, and a makeup corner to help the record-setting Fridas get in character.”
Preview
Dallas DanceFest Announces 2017 Performing Companies
(KDDance – Published June 17, 2017)
“Wow! It is hard to believe that this year marks the 4th installment of Dallas DanceFest (DDF) which was created in 2014 under the guidance of arts patron Gayle Halperin and the Dance Council of North Texas.”
Review
Dallas Black Dance Theatre’s Spring Celebration Marks 40 Years
By Eve Hill-Agnus
(D Magazine – Published May 22, 2017)
Martial arts, artful collage, and ball gowns characterize the company’s culminating spring fling.
Profile
Stephen Mills Adds Some ‘Bounce’ to Dallas Black Dance Theatre’s Spring Celebration
By Kimberly Richard
(NBCDFW 5 – Published May 18, 2017)
Stephen Mills did not plan on becoming a dancer, a choreographer or the artistic director of Ballet Austin.
Interview
Dallas Black Dance Theatre
By John L Hanson, Jr.
(KUT 90.5 – Published May 17, 2017)
On this edition of In Black America, producer/host John L. Hanson Jr. speaks with Ann M. Williams, the founder and artistic adviser of Dallas Black Dance Theatre, and Zenetta S. Drew, its executive director.
Profile
DBDT Wraps Up Its 40th Anniversary Season and Welcomes a New Director
By Theresa Ruth Howard
(Dance Magazine – published May 17, 2017)
Finding the right person to take the mantle of a 40-year-old American dance institution is no easy feat.
Review
Shiny and New
By Cheryl Callon
(TheaterJones – Published May 16, 2017)
The TITAS Command Performance Gala shuns classical in favor of the new, including work by women choreographers and local talent.
Article
Easter Sunrise Tradition
By Demond Fernandez
(WFAA 8 ABC- published April 16, 2017)
.,.With the help of the Dallas Black Dance Theater, two of Dallas’ historically African American institutions collaborated in what has become a decade-old and cherished Easter tradition.
Review
Company Rising
By Cheryl Callon
(TheaterJones- published April 11, 2017)
With the name change from DBDT II to DBDT: Encore! also comes a new title for the company’s spring show. Although a Spring Fiesta is a great way to peak a successful season, the new Rising Excellence fits the company’s trajectory.
Preview
Dallas Black Dance Theatre continues Dance Tradition at St. Paul United Methodist Church Easter Service
(The Dallas Weekly – Published April 10, 2017)
Two historical institutions located in the Dallas Arts District will continue a cherished Easter tradition.
Radio presentation
Community Calendar
(KSOC Boom 94.5- published April 2, 2017)
Boom 94.5 Community Calendar program on Rising Excellence with DBDT Communications and Community Engagement Manager Ramona Logan
Class Review
This Klyde Warren Park class combines core-building exercises and deep stretching movements.
By Emily E. Sleck
(D Magazine- published March 14, 2017)
(DBDT Company member Kayah) Franklin combines the body shaping benefits of barre-style dance toning with regular exercises.
Preview
Fort Worth dancer comes home this weekend for Dancing Beyond Borders
By Mark Lowry
(Fort Worth Star Telegram – published March 09, 2017)
Many singers and actors first fall in love with these arts as youngsters in church, but it’s rarer for the house of worship to imbue the love of dance.
Preview
Dancers ‘en pointe’ in Texas’ arts spotlight
By Shari Goldstein Stern
(White Rock Lake Weekly – published March 03, 2017)
A name synonymous with Dallas’ rich, diverse cultural arts community is the Dallas Black Dance Theatre (DBDT).
Preview
All Eyes on The Dallas Opera
By Keith Cerny
(TheaterJones- published March 03, 2017)
Dallas Opera General Director and CEO Keith Cerny writes about special programming for the 2017 OPERA America Conference in Dallas.
Profile
The Ones to Know: Ann Williams
(CBS-DFW – published February 24, 2017)
For decades, Ann Williams led a modern dance academy for minority children in the quest to expose them to dance as an art form.
In the news
Texas Medal of Arts Awards
(Vogue – published February 24, 2017)
Earlier this week in Austin, the Texas Medal of Arts Awards ceremony took place, honoring some of the most revered and respected individuals in their fields. … But it wasn’t all about the honorees: The evening also witnessed performances from the Dallas Black Dance Theatre, with Houston native Debbie Allen presiding over the night.
View the slide show »
In the news
Ann Williams discusses Texas Medal of Arts Award on KRLD
(KRLD-1080 – published February 22, 2017)
Preview
DBDT Encore! Performs With DeSoto High School A Capella Choir
By Jo Ann Holt
(Focus Daily News – published February 22, 2017)
Friday night, February 24th, Dallas Black Dance Theatre will bring an enthralling dance performance to DeSoto High School.
Review
Celebrating the Culture
By Cheryl Callon
(TheaterJones – published February 21, 2017)
Dallas Black Dance Theatre delivers the goods with its 2017 Cultural Awareness Series at the Wyly Theatre.
Review
Dallas Black Dance Theatre marks 40th anniversary with riveting new work celebrating its legacy
By Manuel Mendoza
(Dallas News – published February 19, 2017)
Interpretations brought the graceful physicality and playful sensuality of the African-American dance tradition to the Wyly Theatre on Friday night in a program that continues through the weekend.
Profile
Dallas Black Dance Theatre celebrates 40 years through video clips, audio recordings and dance in Sean J. Smith’s Interpretations, part of DBDT’s Cultural Awareness Series.
By Katie Dravenstott
(TheaterJones – published February 15, 2017)
DBDT Company Member Sean J. Smith’s newest work Interpretations…tells the story of the company’s 40-year legacy using dance, video clips and audio recordings that feature DBDT alums and faculty members…
Profile
Choreographer seeks ’emotional journey’ with piece for Dallas Black Dance Theatre’s 40th anniversary
By Manuel Mendoza
(Dallas News – published February 15, 2017)
When Sean J. Smith flew down from his hometown of Vancouver to audition for Dallas Black Dance Theatre, he bought a one-way ticket.
Preview
Dallas Black Dance Theater Celebrates 40 Years
By Johnny Archer
(NBC5 – published February 10, 2017)
The Dallas Black Dance Theater is celebrating its 40th anniversary, and this month, the theater is preparing for its annual Cultural Awareness Series to honor the organization’s rich history.
Review
Dallas Black Dance Theatre’s Founders Luncheon Had Heavyweight Couples As Chairs And Guests For The 40-Year Old Dance Troupe
by Jeanne Prejean
(My Sweet Charity – published February 7, 2017)
Back in 1977, Ann Williams‘ love of dance gave birth to the Dallas Black Dance Theatre.
Review
Celebrating Black Dance
by Margaret Putnam
(TheaterJones – published February 4, 2017)
Anyone not familiar with dance performances might have sworn that Jan. 28 at the Majestic Theatre was a pep rally-cum-reunion-cum-revival. About as much energy emanated from the audience as from the performers.
In the news
Something Good: Dallas Black Dance Theater Celebrates 40 Years
(5 NBC DFW – published February 1, 2017)
Dallas Black Dance Theater founder Ann Williams steered DBDT to become the oldest dance company in Dallas.
In the news
Travel ban stirs fears among Dallas dance groups
by Manuel Mendoza
(Dallas Morning News – published January 31, 2017)
Dallas Black Dance Theatre, the Bruce Wood Dance Project, Avant Chamber Ballet and the dance department at Southern Methodist University also reported that their organizations had not yet been directly affected by the travel ban.
Profile
Doing Well By Doing Good: Dallas Black Dance Theatre at 40
by Manuel Mendoza
(Arts+Culture – published January 31, 2017)
Forty years in the business – that fact has quietly crept up on Dallas Black Dance Theatre founder Ann Williams.
Review
O&A NYC DANCE REVIEW: Dallas Black Dance Theatre
by Walter Rutledge
(Out & About NYC Magazine – published January 31, 2017)
Dallas Black Dance Theatre (DBDT) returned to New York City on January 5th and 6th as part of the Joyce Theater’s American Dance Platform.
Profile
With Rep. Giddings’ Nomination, Dallas Black Dance Theatre Wins 2017 Texas Medal of Arts Award
(The Dallas Weekly – published January 30, 2017)
AUSTIN – On Monday, Representative Helen Giddings celebrated the announcement that the Dallas Black Dance Theatre will receive the 2017 Texas Medal of Honors Award for Arts Education.
Profile
Dancing with the (Lone) Stars
(Dujour Magazine – published January, 2017)
Dallas Black Dance Theatre, which since 1976 has given expression to African-American experience through innovative programming, rings in its 40th anniversary this season.
Profile
#BrownGirlsDoBallet
(Dance Spirit Magazine – published January, 2017)
Dallas Black Dance Theatre is hosting the 29th Annual Conference and Festival of Blacks in Dance January 25-29 in Dallas TX, and one component of the conference will be the Second Annual Ballet Audition for Women of Color.
Preview
In Dallas, getting to the roots of black dance history
by Manuel Mendoza
(Dallas Morning News – published January 22, 2017)
When he teaches class at Alvin Ailey American Dance Theater, company artistic director Robert Battle makes sure he acknowledges the origins of the movement vocabulary he’s imparting.
Preview
Blacks in Dance conference coming to Dallas for 4 days
(Dallas Morning News – published January 21, 2017)
The 29th annual International Conference and Festival of Blacks in Dance will honor Robert Battle, artistic director for Alvin Ailey American Dance Theater, when it meets Thursday through Sunday at the Sheraton Dallas Hotel.
Preview
International Festival of Blacks in Dance at the Majestic Theatre
(Dallas Morning News – published January 18, 2017)
As one of the founding companies of the International Association of Blacks in Dance, Dallas Black Dance Theatre hosts the organization’s annual conference and festival, including a series of showcase performances, every few years.
Profile
An array of diverse Dallas artists scoop up Texas Medal of Arts honors
(Culture Map Dallas – published January 13, 2017)
By Lindsey Wilson
The 2017 honorees for the biennial Texas Medal of Arts Awards have been announced, and it’s a pretty starry list.
Review
Celebrating American Dance with the AMERICAN DANCE PLATFORM
by Caryn Cooper
(Broadway World – published January 10, 2017)
On Furtherance… It was amazing! Nothing like I have ever seen!
On Tribute… I was personally moved!
Review
Dance as Social Commentary at the Joyce
by Bethany Hopta
(ZealNYC – published January 9, 2017)
… “I recommend making plans to see this company on any return visits.”
Review
Win Some, Lose Some at Joyce’s American Dance Platform
by Andrew Blackmore-Dobbyn
(Bachtrack LTD – published January 8, 2017)
This year’s gem is Dallas Black Dance Theater.
2016
Feature
Dallas Black Dance Theatre to Return to NYC for American Dance Platform
by BWW News Desk
(Broadway World – published December 6, 2016)
Dallas Black Dance Theatre (DBDT) returns to New York City for a sixth consecutive year.
Feature
Delirious Release
by Lee Cullum
(Patron Magazine – published December 5, 2016)
Always moving forward, Dallas Black Dance Theatre stimulates discovery.
Preview
Black on Black Mingle & Jingle by Dallas Black Dance Theatre to kickoff holiday fun
(North Dallas Gazette – published December 1, 2016)
The Dallas Black Dance Theatre (DBDT) brings you a holiday party like no other.
See Page 10 to Read Full Article »
In the news
National Endowment for the Arts Chairman Jane Chu visits Dallas
(KERA – published November 29, 2016)
THINK with Krys Boyd
Over the last 50 years, the National Endowment for the Arts has awarded more than $5 billion to art organizations. This hour, we’ll talk with NEA chair Jane Chu about how her organization distributes its funding and about the intersection of politics and the arts.
In the news
National Endowment for the Arts Chairman Jane Chu visits Dallas
(NBCDFW – published November 29, 2016)
by Kimberly Richard
Jane Chu, the chairman of the National Endowment for the Arts (NEA), learned the power of the arts at an early age.
In the news
National Endowment for the Arts chairman talks ‘Dallas,’ corny dogs and why the arts still matter
(DallasNews – published November 29, 2016)
by Manuel Mendoza
Jane Chu’s father died when she was 9.
In the news
Technology meets history at DBDT
(The Dallas Examiner – published November 13, 2016)
An innovative use of technology makes history for the Dallas Black Dance Theatre during its 40th anniversary season: The theater has commissioned choreographer Tiffany Rea-Fisher and composer Michael Thurber to create a unique audience experience for its Director’s Choice Series, at the Dee and Charles Wyly Theatre at 2400 Flora Street in the Dallas Arts District, Nov. 4 through Nov. 6.
Review
Fitting Tribute
(TheaterJones – published November 6, 2016)
by Margaret Putnam
Dallas Black Dance Theatre gets its season off to a strong start with two world premieres by Tiffany Rea-Fisher and Matthew Rushing, and a revival of a work by Christopher Vo.
Review
Dallas Black Dance opts for audience participation experiment while staying true to its historical roots
(DallasNews – published November 6, 2016)
by Manuel Mendoza
Experiments create excitement, but the tried-and-true can be just as satisfying.
Feature
Dallas Black Dance Theatre: New Wireless Headphones Technology
(CW33 – published November 6, 2016)
by Raquel Gonzalez
In the dance world, pushing boundaries comes with the job.
Preview
Best Bets
(Dallas News – published November 4, 2016)
by Manuel Mendoza
Dallas Black Dance Theatre’s Director’s Choice shows feature two commissioned premieres, one embracing history, the other tapping into the now.
Preview
DBDT Hosts IADB
(Dance! North Texas – published November 2, 2016)
The Winter Issue of Dance Council of North Texas’s Magazine features DBDT on the cover and articles on the IABD’s Annual International Conference of Blacks in Dance hosted in Dallas by DBDT January 25-29, 2017.
Preview
Dance in Stereo
(DallasNews – published November 2, 2016)
by Danielle Georgiou
At Dallas Black Dance Theatre this weekend, audience members pick from three scores in the world premiere of Tiffany Rea-Fisher’s The B-Side.
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Preview
Is this Dallas Black Dance Theatre show electronic? Acoustic? Motown? Audiences will have to decide
(DallasNews – published November 1, 2016)
by Manuel Mendoza
Everyone watching Dallas Black Dance Theatre perform a new piece by Tiffany Rea-Fisher this weekend naturally will see the same choreography. They won’t necessarily be sharing the same experience.
Preview
Our sneak peek at dance shows we’d love to see
(Dance Life – published November 1, 2016)
The esteemed Dallas modern dance company celebrates its 40th anniversary season with a focus on history and innovation.
Interview
DBDT Communications and Community Engagement Manager Ramona Logan on KSOC Boom 94.5 FM Community Calendar with Jazze Goodspeed
(KSOC – published October 30, 2016)
Jazze and Ramona discuss the 40-year history of DBDT and the world premiere of Tiffany Rea-Fisher and Michael Thurber’s The B-Side, which creates a unique audience experience through the use of specialized headphones to deliver three distinct, selectable music scores to each member of the audience while they view the performance.
Review
DanceAfrica: DBDT celebrates 40 years with cultural performances
(The Dallas Examiner – published October 27, 2016)
by Denisha McKnight
“Ashe. Ashe,” yelled the DanceAfrica Festival audience members.
Funding
Small Arts Groups Seek Dallas Funding After Big AT&T PAC Got Theirs
(NBCDFW 5 – published October 20, 2016)
by Ken Kalthoff
Smaller Dallas arts groups are hoping to get a piece of the pie in a 2017 bond referendum after watching the AT&T Performing Arts Center receive a $15 million City Hall pledge last month.
About our building
How The Green Book Guided Black Travelers Across Texas And Beyond
(KERA News – published October 17, 2016)
by Molly Evans
From the Great Depression through the Civil Rights era, “The Green Book” travel guides were issued every year to help African-American drivers safely explore the country — and Texas.
Preview
Choose Your Own Adventure
(AT&T Performing Arts Center News – published October 13, 2016)
Choreographer Tiffany Rea-Fisher created a show that lets the audience pick the music.
Preview
Dallas Black Dance Theatre Pushing Boundaries with Wireless Headphones
(BroadwayWorld.com – published October 7, 2016)
by BWW News Desk
Dallas Black Dance Theatre (DBDT) makes history in its Director’s Choice Series during its 40th Anniversary season, reinventing the concert dance experience utilizing headphones.
Profile
Extend, Contract And Release
(Art & Seek- published October 5, 2016)
by Jerome Weeks
Nycole Ray may be our most compelling female dancer, and she’s got a home at Dallas Black Dance Theatre.
Preview
Dallas Black Dance Theatre and AT&T Present 10th Annual Dance Africa Festival and Performance
(IMessenger – published September 30, 2016)
Dallas Black Dance Theatre and AT&T Present 10th Annual Dance Africa Festival and Performance “In Celebration of Our Heritage.”
Interview
DBDT’s Associate Artistic Director Melissa M. Young Interviewed on Classic Cafe
(WRR – published September 10, 2016)
The Classic Cafe with Nancy Brunson
Profile
Zenetta Drew Selected for Chief Executive Program
(Southern Dallas Business and Living Magazine – published September 2016)
National Arts Strategies announced it has selected Dallas Black Dance Theatre Executive Director Zenetta Drew and 49 other exceptional leaders to take part in the year-long The Chief Executive Program: Community and Culture.
Profile
Dallas Black Dance Theatre’s Melissa M. Young Honored with Natalie Skelton Award For Artistic Excellence
(I Messenger- published September 2016)
The Dance Council of North Texas will honor Dallas Black Dance Theatre’s Melissa M. Young with its Natalie Skelton Award for Artistic Excellence during Dallas DanceFest in Dallas, Texas September 2-3,2016.
Review
Ballet Frontier taking leaps toward future success
(Star-Telegram – published September 12, 2016)
By Mark Lowry
Ballet Frontier of Texas keeps upping its game.
Preview
Dallas DanceFest feels effects of fewer days, companies
(Star-Telegram – published September 4, 2016)
By Mark Lowry
Dallas DanceFest showed signs of growing pains Friday and Saturday evenings. Or, shrinking pains.
Preview
Dallas Dance Fest at Dallas City Performance Hall
(Best Bets – published September 2, 2016)
Dallas DanceFest brings together some of the area’s best troupes.
Preview
DALLAS BLACK DANCE THEATRE CELEBRATES ITS 40TH ANNIVERSARY SEASON
(The Dallas Post Tribune – published August 31, 2016)
Dallas Black Dance Theatre (DBDT) announces its 40th anniversary during the 2016-2017 season, 40 Years Forward, from history to innovation.
Preview
Dance Council of North Texas presents: Dallas DanceFest September 2016 at Dallas City Performance Hall
(Dallas Weekly- published August 29, 2016)
Dance Council of North Texas (DCNT), in partnership with the City of Dallas Office of Cultural Affairs, is thrilled to announce the companies, guest artists, and honorees participating in the third annual Dallas DanceFest (DDF) on September 2-3 at Dallas City Performance Hall.
Preview
Sights and Sounds of Fall
(Dallas Morning News Guide Live – published August 26, 2016)
The oldest dance company in North Texas appropriately opens its 40th anniversary season with the commissioned premiere of Matthew Rushing’s Tribute, chronicling 100 years of African-American choreography.
Profile
Dancing in the streets: Williams keeps DBDT in step
By Shari Goldstein Stern
(White Rock Lake Weekly – published August 26, 2016)
When the City of Dallas names a street after you, you know you’ve arrived.
Profile
Dancing in the streets: Williams keeps DBDT in step
By Shari Goldstein Stern
(Katy Trail Weekly – published August 26, 2016)
When the City of Dallas names a street after you, you know you’ve arrived.
Review
The 40th season for DBDT includes three world premieres, including a tribute to 100 years of black dance masters. Plus, travels to Belize and Chile.
By Mark Lowry
(TheatreJones – published August 22, 2016)
The 40th season for Dallas Black Dance Theatre has been announced. It includes three world premieres, one of which was a recipient of a 2016 TACA Donna Wilhelm Family New Works Fund grant. That work, Tribute by Matthew Rushing, will pay homage to 100 years of black dance masters. It appears in the Director’s Choice program Nov. 4-6. Before that is the annual DanceAfrica, Oct. 7-8. In the spring comes the Cultural Awareness Series (Feb. 17-19) and Spring Celebration (May 19-21). There are also programs from DBDT: Encore (the new name for DBDT II) and other events. The company will also travel to festivals in Belize and Chile in the coming season.
Highlight
Dallas Black Dance Theatre Celebrates 40 Years
(Focus Daily News – published August 19, 2016)
Dallas Black Dance Theatre (DBDT) celebrates 40 years during the 2016-2017 season, 40 Years Forward, from history to innovation.
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Preview
Emerging Dancers Return to Dallas Black Dance Theatre
By Joshua C. Johnson
(Focus Daily News – published August 9, 2016)
The Emerging Dancers of Dallas will perform at Dallas Black Dance Theatre August 15, 2016, at 8:00 p.m. Eight of the 14 company members are alumni of Dallas Black Dance Academy.
Preview
SMU’S NATIONAL CENTER FOR ARTS RESEARCH (NCAR) LAUNCHES KIPI DASHBOARD
(Art + Seek – published July 21, 2016)
SMU’s National Center for Arts Research (NCAR) today launched the KIPI Dashboard, a free online diagnostic tool that allows arts organizations to see their individual performance in nine finance and operations categories, compared to similar organizations nationally. …Zenetta Drew, executive director of Dallas Black Dance Theatre (DBDT) and an NCAR advisory board member, remarked, “I think it is fabulous, and overall I do believe it is a great representation of DBDT’s organizational performance.
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Profile
Dallas ISD Students Receive Presidential Scholar Medals
(5 NBC DFW – published June 20, 2016)
Dallas Black Dance Allegro ensemble graduate Jared Brown awarded Presidential Scholar medallion in DC.
Profile
Something Good: Dallas Dancer’s Big Weekend
(NBC 5 News- published June 17, 2016)
Jared Brown, a Booker T. Washington High School graduate, is among 141 “Presidential Scholars” recognized for their accomplishments in school.
Profile
Zenetta Drew 1ST Black Female Honored as Distinguished Alumna at Texas A&M University-Commerce
(The Dallas Weekly – published June 8, 2016)
The Alumni Association of Texas A&M University-Commerce honored Zenetta Drew as a Distinguished Alumna at their annual Alumni Awards Gala on Saturday, April 23, 2016. Drew has been the Executive Director of the Dallas Black Dance Theatre for 29 years.
Profile
Determination and Perseverance: Dance/USA ‘Ernie’ Awardee Ann Williams Builds a Legacy in Dallas
By Danielle Georgiou
(From the Green Room – published June 2, 2016)
The story of Ann Williams begins with a little girl who fell in love with the opera.
Feature
Dallas student gets full scholarship to Juilliard
By Demond Fernandez
(WFAA 8 – published June 1, 2016)
Hard work, raw talent, and grace have landed a Dallas student in one of the world’s most renowned schools for the performing arts.
Feature
Dallas Black Dance Theatre founder Ann Williams to receive national honor
By Norma Adams-Wade
(The Dallas Morning News – published May 31, 2016)
Ann Williams, Dallas Black Dance Theatre’s indomitable founder and artistic advisor, is one of five people who will be honored during the opening-night ceremony of Dance/USA’s eighth annual conference June 8-11 in Austin.
Feature
Dallas’ performing arts collaborate rather than compete
By Shari Goldstein Stern
(White Rock Lake Weekly – published May 27, 2016)
Something magical happens when you combine the vocal artistry of the Dallas Opera, the sophistication of the Dallas Opera Orchestra, and the grace and fluidity of the Dallas Black Dance Theater II on the same stage of the elegant Margot and Bill Winspear Opera House. Perfection.
Review
Something to Celebrate-Dallas Black Dance Theatre closes its 39th season with a rousing Spring Celebration, with four stylistically diverse works.
By Cheryl Callon
(TheatreJones – published May 24, 2016)
The Dallas Black Dance Theatre kept it close to home yet expanded their borders as they finished the 39th season with Spring Celebration, presented at the Dee and Charles Wyly Theatre at the AT&T Performing Arts Center in Dallas.
Review
Dallas Black Dance Theatre breaks with tradition, focusing on distinctive, thrilling new work
By Manuel Mendoza
(Dallas Morning News – published May 21, 2016)
At the heart of Dallas Black Dance Theatre’s mission is the upholding of African-American movement traditions, its repertory defined by such historical masters as Alvin Ailey and Donald McKayle. At the same time, new work remains critical to the company’s artistic growth.
Preview
Traditional South Korean Dance
(WFAA Good Morning Texas – published May 17, 2016)
Ahead of this weekend’s Spring Celebration at the Wyly Theatre, GMT gets a special performance.
Preview
Dallas Black Dance Theatre’s Dynamic 39th Season Finale
By Rita Cook
(Dallas Uptown BubbleLife – published May 13, 2016)
What does a group of South Korean dancers have to do with the City of Dallas?
Preview
DALLAS BLACK DANCE THEATRE II ENDS THEIR 16TH SEASON IN CHILE
(Patron Magazine – published May 12, 2016)
By Shelby Gorday
Dallas Black Dance Theater’s second company, DBDT II, is currently in Iquique, Chile as part of the lineup for the 9th International Theatre and Dance Festival ANTIFAZ/FINTDAZ 2016.
Profile
FINTDAZ visita el Liceo ASGG
(Liceo Alcalde Sergio González Gutierrez Noticias – published May 11, 2016)
Una agradable visita del ballet de USA de la ciudad de Dallas Texas, en el marco de FINTDAZ por el 9º Festival Internacional de Teatro y Danza, realizado desde el 06 al 14 de mayo en el Hemiciclo Teatro Municipal de Iquique y sede Asociadas.
Review
O&A NYC REVIEW DANCE: Dallas Black Dance Theatre
By Walter Rutledge
(Out & About NYC – published May 2, 2016)
The Dallas Black Dance Theatre presented their annual New York City season entitled Masterworks Redefined on April 22 and 23, 2016 at the Ailey Citigroup Theater.
Review
Show Boat boldly exposes racial disparities during Jim Crow era
By Mike McGee
(The Dallas Examiner – published April 28, 2016)
Show Boat examines through comedy and drama the complexities of love and family – not new territory for musical theater – while adding the element of racial disparity within the Deep South and the cities in the North during the period between the Civil War and the Great Depression.
Review
Dallas Opera spares no expense with history-making Show Boat
By Lindsey Wilson
(culturemap Dallas – published April 28, 2016)
Though not technically an opera, Show Boat is a natural fit for such a company to perform.
Review
Mighty River: The Dallas Opera takes on its first musical with Kern and Hammerstein’s monumental achievement, Show Boat, at the Winspear Opera House.
By Mark Lowry
(TheaterJones – published April 21, 2016)
As opera companies continue the quest for new patrons (and donors), new operas have gone from an anomaly just over a decade ago—why take the risk when audiences still buy tickets for Puccini and Mozart’s greatest hits?—to the de rigueur.
Preview
Arts: Many reasons Waco should be proud of ‘Show Boat’ and Jules Bledsoe
By David A. Smith
(Waco Tribune – published April 14, 2016)
The curtain goes up Friday on the last production of the Dallas Opera’s 2015-2016 season, its staging of a famous American musical titled “Show Boat.”
Preview
Show Boat, Race Relations and the N-Word at the Dallas Opera
By Wayne Lee Gay
(Dallas Observer – published April 12, 2016)
The well-heeled crowd at Winspear Opera House this Friday is going to get the chance to be offended by Dallas Opera’s production of Show Boat.
Interview
Dallas Black Dance Theater 2016
(NBC DFW – published April 10, 2016)
By 5 Talk Street
Discussing the Dallas Black Dance Theater’s Spring Celebration and upcoming summer dance program with Melissa Young, Dallas Black Dance Theatre Associate Artist Director, and Omoniyi Obioha, Dallas Black Dance Academy Director.
Review
Major Leagues
Dallas Black Dance Theatre’s second company continues its strong growth, as proven in Spring Fiesta 2016 at Dallas City Performance Hall.
By Cheryl Callon
(TheatreJones – published April 9, 2016)
Dallas Black Dance Theatre II strikes a winning balance with this year’s Spring Fiesta, presented at Dallas City Performance Hall.
Preview
How the Dallas Opera is crossing the line with ‘Show Boat’
By Nancy Churnin
(Dallas Morning News – published April 8, 2016)
In 1927, 20 years before the Tony Awards were founded and 37 years before the Civil Rights Act passed, Show Boat challenged the segregation of its time by calling for a mix of white and black performers.
Preview
Artistic Collaboration between Dallas Black Dance Theatre and The Dallas Opera in SHOW BOAT DBDT II Dancers are Featured in the Production
(The Dallas Weekly – published April 4, 2016)
Dallas Black Dance Theatre is proud to join The Dallas Opera in an artistic collaboration on the production of Jerome Kern and Oscar Hammerstein II’s groundbreaking masterpiece SHOW BOAT.
Preview
The Dallas Opera to Conclude 2015-16 Season with SHOW BOAT
By Opera News Desk
(BWW OperaWorld.com – published March 29, 2016)
The DBDT II dancers participating in this production are: Akila Brooks, Ricardo Burgess, Lailah Duke, Herman Houston III and Christen Ashley Williams.
“Dallas Black Dance Theatre is looking forward to this artistic partnership with The Dallas Opera and our DBDT II dancers, as we bring to life a groundbreaking American musical that courageously addressed contentious social issues in its day,” said Dallas Black Dance Theatre Founder Ann Williams.
“We are looking forward to this unique adventure of collaborating with another resident company of the AT&T Performing Arts Center to present a high-caliber performance in the Dallas Arts District.”
Preview
Dallas Black Dance Theatre Continues Dance Tradition at St. Paul United Methodist Church Sunrise Easter Service
By Brian Guilliaux
(The Flash List – published March 23, 2016)
It has become a cherished tradition for more than a decade for Dallas Black Dance Theatre to dance to the St. Paul United Methodist Church choir during Sunrise Easter Service.
Preview
Macy’s Presents DBDTII Spring Fiesta Performance includes Three World Premieres
(The Dallas Weekly – published March 16, 2016)
Dallas Black Dance Theatre DBDT II is presenting three world premieres on April 8-9, 2016, when DBDT II takes to the stage at the Dallas City Performance Hall with its Spring Fiesta! series.
Review
Review: Dallas Black Dance Theatre
By Punch Shaw
(Star-Telegram – published March 12, 2016)
The Dallas Black Dance Theatre refused to acknowledge any barriers in its performance Dancing Beyond Borders at the Scott Theatre on Thursday, and the result was an evening of dance that artfully tested the limits of the dancers and the space.
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Preview
Dallas Black Dance Theatre Presents Fifth New York Season with Four New York Premieres
(Broadway World – published March 4, 2016)
The Dallas Black Dance Theatre returns to New York for its fifth season of self-produced performances on April 22-23, 2016 at the Ailey Citigroup Theater, located at 405 West 55th Street, New York, NY 10019.
Review
Gods on the Go
By Margaret Putnam
(TheatreJones – published February 23, 2016)
Dallas Black Dance Theatre offers up three new works, including Jamal Story’s The Parts They Left Out, in its Cultural Awareness Series.
Review
Dallas Black Dance Theatre breaks with tradition
By Manuel Mendoza
(Dallas Morning News – published February 20, 2016)
Dallas Black Dance Theatre’s annual Cultural Awareness shows typically feature choreography steeped in African and African-American movement traditions.
Preview
Dancing Beyond Borders
(The Dallas Examiner – published February 20, 2016)
Dallas Black Dance Theatre will present its Dancing Beyond Borders series, with highlights of their season and works by international and national choreographers on March 4 and March 10 in Richardson and Fort Worth.
Preview
International Choreographers create works for Fort Worth and Richardson Performances
By Staff Reporter
(Focus Daily News – published February 19, 2016)
Dallas Black Dance Theatre heads west to Fort Worth and north to Richardson with its Dancing Beyond Borders series.
Preview
Cultural Awareness shows by Dallas Black Dance Theatre
By Manuel Mendoza
(Dallas Morning News – published February 19, 2016)
Southern Methodist University graduate Jamal Story has expanded an aerial work created in 2010 and performed by Dallas Black Dance Theatre last year.
Interview
Cher’s Dance Captain has a new project in Dallas
By Good Morning Texas
(WFAA – published February 17, 2016)
Choreographer Jamal Story and DBDT Associate Artistic Director Melissa Young discuss upcoming Cultural Awareness on Good Morning Texas.
Preview
Higher Ground – Dallas Black Dance Theatre pushes itself to new heights in Jamal Story’s aerial ballet The Parts They Left Out, part of the company’s Cultural Awareness Series.
By Katie Dravenstott
(TheaterJones – published February 17, 2016)
Expectations were high as a small group of us gathered at Dallas Black Dance Theatre’s main studio back in December to watch the company perform segments from Jamal Story’s new aerial ballet, The Parts They Left Out, a continuation of his duet What to Say? Notes on Echo and Narcissus, which the company performed at its Spring Celebration in May 2015.
Preview
STORYTELLING WITH DALLAS BLACK DANCE THEATRE
(AT&T Performing Arts Debut – published February 8, 2016)
Occasionally, works of art can cause a physical reaction — one of deep sadness, longing or joy. Former Dallas Black Dance Theatre company member and choreographer Jamal Story seems particularly suited to communicate raw emotion through dance, a unique talent that will be on full display February 19-21 for Dallas Black Dance’s Cultural Awareness.
Preview
Love In The Air
By Holly Haber
(FD – published February 1, 2016)
Dancer and choreographer Jamal Story learned the art of aerial dance on a Cher tour in 2002 and now regularly serves as dance captain for the singer’s private performances.
Review
MLK Observance 2016
(Irving Community Television Network – published January 28, 2016)
Irving Events’ annual MLK Observance was a multi-media, multi-arts extravaganza honoring the life and contributions of Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr.
Preview
How to Choose Your Own Theatrical Adventure in Dallas
By Liz Johnstone
(D Magazine – published January 26, 2016)
If you want to see people fly, Cultural Awareness is your ticket.
Profile
The Man Behind Dallas Black Dance Theatre’s Aerial Choreography
By Southern Dallas
(Southern Dallas Business and Living – published January, 2016)
As an aerial choreographer creating a new dance for Dallas Black Dance Theatre (DBDT), Jamal Story spends a lot of time looking up.
Article
Dallas Black Dance Theater Announces Outreach Expansion Initiative
By Dallas Weekly
(Dallas Weekly – published January 25, 2016)
The Dallas Black Dance Theatre (DBDT) marked its 20th annual Founder’s Luncheon on January 8, 2016 at the Hilton Anatole before 700 business and arts community leaders.
Review
With Director’s Choice, Ballet Frontier of Texas offers two pretty ballets, while Dallas Black Dance Theatre II and Dark Circles Contemporary Dance provide the oomph.
By Margaret Putnam
(TheaterJones – published January 20, 2016)
Dallas Black Dance Theatre II’s Opaque pulsated with contained ferocity, fueled in part by the driving music of Max Richter.
Preview
Three Premieres & Fresh Energy: Dallas Black Dance Theatre Moves Forward
By Manuel Mendoza
(Arts & Culture Texas – published January 19, 2016)
Though it has been without an official artistic director for several months, Dallas Black Dance Theatre appears to be humming along just fine.
Article
Dallas Black Dance Theatre Performing at IABD in Denver, CO
By The Dallas Weekly Staff
(The Dallas Weekly – published January 14, 2016)
Dallas Black Dance Theatre (DBDT) is performing at the International Association of Blacks in Dance (IABD) 28th Annual Conference and Festival in Denver, Colorado on January 20-24, 2016.
Preview
Irving announces MLK events
By Deborah Fleck
(Dallas Morning News Irving Blog – published January 12, 2016)
Every year, Irving holds a special event to recognize and appreciate the life and achievements of Martin Luther King Jr.
Article
Dance luncheon honors founder
By Holly Haber
(Dallas Morning News – published January 6, 2016)
The Dallas Black Dance Theatre will pay tribute to founder Ann Williams and supporters Norma and Don Stone and Mark Cooks at its 20th annual Founder’s Luncheon on Friday at the Hilton Anatole.
2015
Article
Dallas Black Dance Theatre Honoree Reception for 20th Annual Founder’s Luncheon
By Sharon Adams
(Social Whirl – published December 30, 2015)
The Dallas Black Dance Theatre (DBDT) announced its 2016 Founder’s Luncheon honorees at a reception held at the home of Joleen and Jim Chambers on December 8, 2015. Dallas Black Dance Theatre founder Ann Williams and DBDT Board President Georgia Scaife thanked the 2016 honorees Don and Norma Stone and Mark Cooks as exceptional arts champions.
Article
NEA awards groups $1.02 million in Texas
By Nancy Churnin
(Dallas Morning News – published December 11, 2015)
Eight area arts organizations scored $165,000 in grant money this week, when the National Endowment for the Arts announced its 2016 awards.
Article
Dance X Celebrates Seven Years with Show Series at the Bliss
By Duane Moody
(News 5 Belize – published November 26, 2015)
Dance X Belize 2015 started on Monday of this week with master classes being held with local dance groups throughout the country. following a Forum and Barefoot Belize production on Wednesday night at the Bliss Center for the Performing Arts,
Review
Stepping behind the scenes at DBDT
By Dallas Morning News Staff
(The Dallas Morning News – published November 29, 2015)
Allegro Performing Ensemble was featured during a Behind the Scenes show Wednesday at Dallas Black Dance Theatre’s studios in the Arts District.
Article
Behind the Scenes with Dallas Black Dance Theatre Free Annual Thanksgiving Holiday Performance
By Dallas Weekly Staff
(The Dallas Weekly – published November 18, 2015)
It has become an annual Thanksgiving holiday gift from Dallas Black Dance Theatre; a free peek behind the scenes of DBDT’s five performing companies.
Article
Dallas Symphony announces its second Soluna Festival programs
By Scott Cantrell
(Dallas Morning News – published November 18, 2015)
The Dallas Symphony Orchestra has announced programs for the second Soluna International Music & Arts Festival, to be held in the Dallas Arts District and beyond in May and June 2016.
Reseña
Dallas Black Dance Theatre
Por J.L. Caracheo
(El Bravo de Matamoros – publicado Noviembre 8, 2015)
Ayer en punto de las 7 p.m. llevó a cabo evento artístico ejemplar como parte del Festival Internacional de Otoño en su edición 23. Dallas Black Dance Theatre es una compañía de baile fundada por la directora artistica Ann M. Williams que realizó una gran presentación en nuestro Teatro de la Reforma con gran éxito.
Review
Finding humor in heartache
Dallas Black Dance show artfully pairs slapstick, swagger
By Manuel Mendoza
(Dallas Morning News – published November 7, 2015)
In the company premiere of Step Out of Love, Dallas Black Dance Theatre located the humor in heartache, its six female performers fidgeting and frowning their way through choreographer Margo Sappington’s glitzy, Broadway-style production.
Preview/Profile
Dancing Divas
The ladies of Dallas Black Dance Theatre strut their stuff in Margo Sappington’s Step Out of Love, part of the company’s Director’s Choice Series.
By Katie Dravenstott
(TheaterJones – published November 4, 2015)
Just when you think you have seen everything in Dallas Black Dance Theatre’s (DBDT) movement arsenal the company comes out with something bigger and bolder.
Preview
When it comes to entertainment, we have so many choices it gets intimidating.
By Meritt Martin
(Dallas Observer – published November 4, 2015)
There’s pressure: Pick the best show for everyone going, see it on the right night or risk a social media spoiler, suffer serious FOMO if you go the way of Netflix instead of a live show (and that involves how many other decisions?). That’s why Dallas Black Dance Theatre is doing us all the favors with Director’s Choice.
Profile
Dallas Black Dance Theatre Opens 39th Season with Director’s Choice Master Choreographer Hope Boykin Refreshes her Original DBDT Work
By NDG Staff
(North Dallas Gazette – published November 1, 2015)
“Hum ha yeah”
There is no music, but choreographer Hope Boykin creates her own sound language.
Profiles
DeSoto Native Dancer Featured in Dallas Black Dance Theatre New Season
By Ramona Logan
(Dallas Morning News – published November 2, 2015)
The women of the Dallas Black Dance Theatre (DBDT) company are dancing, following the steps of Joffrey Ballet Lifetime Achievement Award recipient Margo Sappington.
Article
Texas Instruments, foundation give $1.6 million to arts groups
By Holly Haber
(Dallas Morning News – published October 22, 2015)
Texas Instruments Inc. and the Texas Instruments Foundation have donated $1.6 million to 15 arts groups in North Texas, reflecting the technology giant’s longstanding commitment to elevating the cultural life of Dallas.
Preview
Dallas Black Dance Theatre to Present STEP OUT OF LOVE
By Dance News Desk
(broadwayworld.com – published October 21, 2015)
The Dallas Black Dance Theatre will present the company premiere of Margo Sappington’s Step Out Of Love on November 6, 7 and 8, 2015 at the Dee and Charles Wyly Theatre in Dallas, Texas.
Review
Heart of Africa
By Katie Dravenstott
(Theater Jones – published October 5, 2015)
Dallas Black Dance Theatre kicks off its 39th season with an impressive showing of African dance styles and intricate drumming techniques at its annual DanceAfrica performance.
Review
Satyr Dance
By Gregory Sullivan Isaacs
(Theater Jones – published September 15, 2015)
Anyone who thinks that classical music concerts can’t be fun and serious at the same time should have been at the Dallas Symphony’s ReMix performance this weekend.
Review
In Two Programs, the Dallas Symphony Dances
By Catherine Womack
(D Magazine- published September 14, 2015)
A highlight of the Dallas Symphony’s inaugural Soluna Festival last spring was its focus on collaborations between the orchestra and other local arts organizations.
Review
Classical music: DSO’s ReMix is a blend of sass and introspection
By Scott Cantrell
(Dallas Morning News – published September 11, 2015)
The Dallas Symphony Orchestra’s ReMix concert Friday night will be hard to beat as the season’s most fun.
Article
Dallas Black Dance Theatre and Boys & Girls Clubs join forces with American Ballet Theatre
By Michael Granberry
(Dallas Morning News – published September 2, 2015)
Officials for Dallas Black Dance Theatre and the Boys & Girls Clubs of Greater Dallas announced a creative partnership Wednesday with the renowned American Ballet Theatre.
Profile
DanceFest Profile: Dallas Black Dance Theatre II
By Katie Dravenstott
(Theatre Jones – published September 2, 2015)
Starting out as a student-driven secondary company formed in 2000 by Dallas Black Dance Theatre Founder Ann Williams, Dallas Black Dance Theatre II (DBDT II) has flourished into a high caliber performance troupe made up of eight young and hungry semi-professionals from all over the place.
Review
Letting it fly across the stage
By Shelley Padilla
(World Arts Today – published May 20, 2015)
A new aerial duet and story ballets from its repertory rounded out Dallas Black Dance Theater’s Spring Celebration.
Review
Lots to Say
Dallas Black Dance Theatre closes its season on a high note, and standout performances by Omoniyi Obioha, with Spring Celebration.
By Margaret Putnam
(TheaterJones – published May 17, 2015)
Win some, lose some: Dallas Black Dance Theatre let loose with five works of various degrees of substance Friday night at the Wyly Theatre, with its first salvo Donald McKayle’s Angelitos Negros.
Review
Dallas Black Dance Theatre taps strife, romance in premiere works
By Manuel Mendoza
(Dallas Morning News – published May 16, 2015)
Dallas Black Dance Theatre premiered a pair of vastly different works at the Wyly Theatre this weekend, urban strife giving way to sensual romance as the company demonstrated its diverse skills.
Interview
New Heights
Dallas Black Dance Theatre takes to the sky with its first ever aerial work, What to Say? Sketches of Echo and Narcissus, at his year’s Spring Celebration Series, part of the Soluna Festival.
By Katie Dravenstott
(TheaterJones – published May 13, 2015)
Once in a while you see a dance that leaves you so raw and vulnerable you’re still feeling the effects days later.
News
5 To Watch
By Olivia Winston
(Brown Girls Do Ballet – published April 20, 2015)
Poised perfection, the following 5 dancers have been on our radar since very early on.
Review
DBDT Spotlights Young Talent In Dancing Beyond Borders
By Danna Wolfson
(D Magazine FRONT/ROW Blog – published March 21, 2015)
Over the years, one of the many pleasures of Dallas Black Dance Theatre (DBDT) has been watching their talented performers come through the ranks, and in the company’s 38 year history, founder Ann Williams brought to the forefront some enormously gifted dancers such as Nycole Ray and Melissa Young, to name a few.
News
Man Up! Male dancers prep for Dallas Black Dance Theatre gala
By Elyssa Lassiter
(NewsFix CW33 – published March 6, 2015)
A group of men have come together to gear up for the Dallas Black Dance Theatre Spring Celebration and the Dallas Symphony Orchestra’s SOLUNA festival.
Review
Journey With No Bounds: Dallas Black Dance Theatre shows a new level of maturity and substance in its 2015 Cultural Awareness Series at the Wyly Theatre
By Margaret Putnam
(TheaterJones – published Sunday, February 25, 2015)
Is this the same Dallas Black Dance Theatre that I have watched for the last 35 years?
2014
Review
Relentless Indeed The Dallas Black Dance Theatre season opened with a thrilling Director’s Choice.
By Cheryl Callon
(TheaterJones – published November 6, 2014)
Dallas Black Dance Theatre opened their 38th season with the all-new Director’s Choice performance series presented at their home space, the Dee and Charles Wyly Theatre.
Review
Two Groundbreaking Dallas Dance Companies Debuted New Seasons This Weekend
By Danielle Georgiou
(Dallas Observer – published November 5, 2014)
This past weekend, the fall season of dance in Dallas started off with two very different shows from two very different companies.
News
Part of street to be named for Dallas Black Dance Theatre founder Ann Williams
By Norma Adams-Wade
(Dallas Morning News – published October 8, 2014)
Say goodbye to the east end of Flora Street as you know it.
Review
Dance is Life! Dallas Black Dance Theater opens its season with an energetic DanceAfrica, in which several organizations celebrate African roots.
By Cheryl Callon
(TheaterJones – published September 25, 2014)
Dallas Black Dance Theatre brought the 38th annual DanceAfrica festivities, created by Dr. Charles Davis (Baba Chuck), to the Montgomery Arts Theater of Booker T. Washington High School for the Visual and Performing Arts last weekend.