Camille A. Brown
Latest News on Camille A. Brown:
HELL'S KITCHEN and The New York Liberty Will Host a Block Party at Barclays Center (Jul 15, 2024)
2025 YoungArts Award Competition Open Now Through October 17 (Jul 11, 2024)
Nikki M. James, Jelani Alladin & More to Perform at The Public Theater Block Party (Jul 10, 2024)
HELL'S KITCHEN and The New York Liberty Will Host a Block Party at Barclays Center (Jul 15, 2024)
2025 YoungArts Award Competition Open Now Through October 17 (Jul 11, 2024)
Nikki M. James, Jelani Alladin & More to Perform at The Public Theater Block Party (Jul 10, 2024)
Camille A. Brown BIO
CAMILLE A. BROWN is a prolific Black female director / choreographer, who has received numerous honors including a Guggenheim Award, Bessie Award, Jacob’s Pillow Dance Award, Doris Duke Artist Award, United States Artists Award, two Audelco Awards, five Princess Grace Awards, and a New York City Center Award. She has received a Tony nomination, three Drama Desk nominations, three Lortel nominations and an Obie award for her work in theater. She is an Emerson Collective fellow, a TED fellow and the recipient of a Ford Foundation Art of Change Fellowship. Brown is the 2021 Distinguished Artist, presented by The International Society for the Performing Arts.
Broadway and off-Broadway credits include: Choir Boy, Once On This Island, Toni Stone, A Streetcar Named Desire, Much Ado About Nothing, for colored girls… Film/Television: Academy Award-winning Ma Rainey’s Black Bottom, Emmy Award-winning “Jesus Christ Superstar Live.” Ms. Brown choreographed the critically acclaimed Porgy and Bess for The Metropolitan Opera and this September became the first Black woman director for the main stage at the MET with Fire Shut Up In My Bones. Brown is the founder and Artistic Director of Camille A. Brown & Dancers.
Camille A. Brown Photos
Members and Creatives of Hell's Kitchen that includes-Susan Oliveras, Lily Ling, Tom Kitt, Camille A. Brown, Michael Greif, Kecia Lewis, Desmond Sean Ellington, Badia Farah, Kristoffer Siaz, Aaron Nicholas Patterson and Oscar Whitney Jr.
Date:
05/14/2024
From: Photos: The New Dramatists Honor Michael Greif at Annual Luncheon
Director Michael Greif, Brandon Victor Dixon, Chris Lee, Kecia Lewis, Shoshana Bean, Composer/Producer Alicia Keys, Maleah Joi Moon, Choreographer Camille A. Brown, Book Writer Kristoffer Diaz and Musical Supervisor Adam Blackstone
Date:
03/06/2024
From: Photos: Alicia Keys & HELLS KITCHEN Company Get Ready for Broadway
Musical Supervisor Adam Blackstone, Choreographer Camille A. Brown and Director Michael Greif, Book Writer Kristoffer Diaz, Composer/Producer Alicia Keys and NY Times Pulitzer Prize Winning Journalist/Moderator Salamishah Tillet
Date:
03/06/2024
From: Photos: Alicia Keys & HELLS KITCHEN Company Get Ready for Broadway
Director Michael Greif, Brandon Victor Dixon, Chris Lee, Kecia Lewis, Shoshana Bean, Composer/Producer Alicia Keys, Maleah Joi Moon, Choreographer Camille A. Brown, Book Writer Kristoffer Diaz and Musical Supervisor Adam Blackstone
Date:
03/06/2024
From: Photos: Alicia Keys & HELLS KITCHEN Company Get Ready for Broadway
Camille A. Brown Productions
[Off-Broadway, 2019]
Choreographer
Camille A. Brown Awards and Nominations
Drama Desk Awards - 2024 - Outstanding Choreography
Camille A. Brown, Hell’s Kitchen
The Lortels - 2024 - Outstanding Choreographer
Camille A. Brown, Hell's Kitchen
Tony Awards - 2024 - Best Choreography
Camille A. Brown, Hell's Kitchen
Drama League Awards - 2022 - Outstanding Direction of a Play
Camille A. Brown, for colored girls who have considered suicide/when the rainbow is enuf
Outer Critics Circle Awards - 2022 - Outstanding Choreography
Camille A. Brown, for colored girls who have considered suicide/when the rainbow is enuf
Outer Critics Circle Awards - 2022 - Outstanding Director of a Play
Camille A. Brown, for colored girls who have considered suicide/when the rainbow is enuf
Tony Awards - 2022 - Best Choreography
Camille A. Brown, for colored girls who have considered suicide / when the rainbow is enuf
Tony Awards - 2022 - Best Direction of a Play
Camille A. Brown, for colored girls who have considered suicide / when the rainbow is enuf
Drama Desk Awards - 2020 - Outstanding Choreography
Camille A. Brown, for colored girls who have considered suicide/when the rainbow is enuf
winner
Obie Awards - 2020 - Choreography Award
Camille A. Brown
Drama Desk Awards - 2019 - Outstanding Choreography
Camille A. Brown, Choir Boy
Tony Awards - 2019 - Best Choreography
Camille A. Brown, Choir Boy
winner
BroadwayWorld Awards - 2018 - Best Choreography
Camille A. Brown, Once on this Island
Drama Desk Awards - 2018 - The LaDuca Award for Outstanding Choreography
Camille A. Brown, Once on this Island
Outer Critics Circle Awards - 2018 - Outstanding Choreographer
Camille A. Brown, Once on this Island
The Lortels - 2018 - Outstanding Choreographer
Camille A. Brown, Bella: An American Tall Tale
The Lortels - 2015 - Outstanding Choreographer
Camille A. Brown, The Fortress of Solitude
Camille A. Brown Videos
Video: Shoshana Bean Sings 'Pawn It All' from HELL'S KITCHEN at the Spring Road Conference
by Blair Ingenthron - Jun 15, 2024
Video: Kecia Lewis Performs 'Authors Of Forever' From HELL'S KITCHEN at the Spring Road Conference
by Stephi Wild - Jun 14, 2024
Video: How Camille A. Brown Brought Her Movement Language to HELL'S KITCHEN
by Joey Mervis - Jun 1, 2024
Video: Shoshana Bean and Maleah Joi Moon in the Official Music Video For 'No One' From HELL'S KITCHEN
by Stephi Wild - May 31, 2024
Audra McDonald Will Return to Broadway This Fall in GYPSY; Watch New Trailer
by Nicole Rosky - May 29, 2024
Video: HELL'S KITCHEN Cast and Crew Celebrates Mother's Day with Tribute Video
by Blair Ingenthron - May 12, 2024
Video: Get A First Look At The Return of FIRE SHUT UP IN MY BONES at The Met Opera
by Joshua Wright - Apr 8, 2024
Video: Go Inside Dance Rehearsals For FIRE SHUT UP IN MY BONES at The Met
by Joshua Wright - Mar 25, 2024
Video: Justin Austin Sings 'What Makes a Man a Man' From CHAMPION at Lyric Opera of Chicago
by Blair Ingenthron - Feb 3, 2024
Video: Get A First Look At Lyric Opera of Chicago's Production of Blanchard's CHAMPION
by Joshua Wright - Jan 29, 2024
Video: Associate Choreographer Christopher Jackson Explores The Dance in Lyric Opera's CHAMPION
by Alan Henry - Jan 22, 2024
Video: Go Inside Opening Night of Alicia Keys' New Musical, HELL'S KITCHEN
by Nicole Rosky - Nov 21, 2023
Video: Watch Alicia Keys Talk HELL'S KITCHEN on CBS SUNDAY MORNING
by Blair Ingenthron - Nov 12, 2023
Video: Shoshana Bean and Brandon Victor Dixon Perform 'Not Even The King' From Alicia Keys' HELL'S KITCHEN
by Stephi Wild - Oct 24, 2023
VIDEO: Go Inside Rehearsal for X: THE LIFE AND TIMES OF MALCOLM X at the Metropolitan Opera
by Blair Ingenthron - Oct 22, 2023
Video: Watch Rehearsal Footage of HELL'S KITCHEN at The Public Theater
by Blair Ingenthron - Oct 7, 2023
Camille A. Brown News
HELL'S KITCHEN and The New York Liberty Will Host a Block Party at Barclays Center
The new musical HELL’S KITCHEN will team up with the New York Liberty to host a free open-to-the-public Block Party for fans on Tuesday, July 16 from 3:00-6:00 p.m. on the Ticketmaster Plaza at Barclays Center.
The new musical HELL’S KITCHEN will team up with the New York Liberty to host a free open-to-the-public Block Party for fans on Tuesday, July 16 from 3:00-6:00 p.m. on the Ticketmaster Plaza at Barclays Center.
2025 YoungArts Award Competition Open Now Through October 17
Applications for YoungArts 2025 are now open, inviting young artists across various disciplines to apply for recognition, mentorship, and support.
Applications for YoungArts 2025 are now open, inviting young artists across various disciplines to apply for recognition, mentorship, and support.
Nikki M. James, Jelani Alladin & More to Perform at The Public Theater Block Party
The Public Theater will host a block party at their home on Astor Place on Sunday, July 28, from 12:00 – 4:00 p.m. Learn how to attend!
The Public Theater will host a block party at their home on Astor Place on Sunday, July 28, from 12:00 – 4:00 p.m. Learn how to attend!
Hubbard Street Dance Chicago Welcomes Six New Dancers for 2024/25 Season
Hubbard Street Dance Chicago will welcome the addition of six new dancers for the 2024/25 season, including three official company members, two seasonal guest artists, and one swing. Learn more about the new company members!
Hubbard Street Dance Chicago will welcome the addition of six new dancers for the 2024/25 season, including three official company members, two seasonal guest artists, and one swing. Learn more about the new company members!
Chilina Kennedy to Step in as Myrtle in THE GREAT GATSBY This Summer
Chilina Kennedy (Beautiful, Paradise Square) will play the role of Myrtle beginning July 15 in the Broadway musical adaptation of F. Scott Fitzgerald’s landmark novel The Great Gatsby. Learn more about the show and see how to purchase tickets.
Chilina Kennedy (Beautiful, Paradise Square) will play the role of Myrtle beginning July 15 in the Broadway musical adaptation of F. Scott Fitzgerald’s landmark novel The Great Gatsby. Learn more about the show and see how to purchase tickets.
Jacob's Pillow Dance Festival Presents Camille A. Brown & Dancers in the World Premiere of I AM
Jacob's Pillow Dance Festival's Week 6 features Tony-nominated choreographer Camille A. Brown, showcasing innovative dance performances and engaging community events.
Jacob's Pillow Dance Festival's Week 6 features Tony-nominated choreographer Camille A. Brown, showcasing innovative dance performances and engaging community events.
Up on the Marquee: GYPSY, Starring Audra McDonald
Check out pics of the new Majestic Theatre marquee for Gypsy, starring Audra McDonald.
Check out pics of the new Majestic Theatre marquee for Gypsy, starring Audra McDonald.
Public Works Presents LET'S HEAR IT FOR NEW YORK! An Unforgettable Dance Experience
Public Works will present LET'S HEAR IT FOR NEW YORK!, a dynamic dance experience celebrating the spirit and diversity of New York City.
Public Works will present LET'S HEAR IT FOR NEW YORK!, a dynamic dance experience celebrating the spirit and diversity of New York City.
Public Works to Present Participatory Dance Piece Set to 'Empire State of Mind'
The Public Theater has revealed that as a part of Public Pops Up this summer, Public Works will be hosting a participatory dance piece set to Alicia Keys’ seminal classic “Empire State of Mind” from Hell's Kitchen. Learn more!
The Public Theater has revealed that as a part of Public Pops Up this summer, Public Works will be hosting a participatory dance piece set to Alicia Keys’ seminal classic “Empire State of Mind” from Hell's Kitchen. Learn more!
HIPPEST TRIP- THE SOUL TRAIN MUSICAL Producer Wendell Pierce Says Show Is Coming to Broadway
Tony Award- winner Wendell Pierce has announced that he has joined the producing team of the Broadway-aimed Hippest Trip- the Soul Train Musical!
Tony Award- winner Wendell Pierce has announced that he has joined the producing team of the Broadway-aimed Hippest Trip- the Soul Train Musical!
Photos: Go Inside HELL'S KITCHEN's Tony Awards After Party
Check out photos from Hell's Kitchen's Tony Awards after party.
Check out photos from Hell's Kitchen's Tony Awards after party.
HELL'S KITCHEN Releases New Block of Tickets Through May 2025
Hell's Kitchen has released a new block of tickets. Learn more and see how to purchase!
Hell's Kitchen has released a new block of tickets. Learn more and see how to purchase!
Video: Maleah Joi Moon Accepts Tony Award For HELL'S KITCHEN
Maleah Joi Moon won the 2024 Tony Award for Best Performance by an Actress in a Leading Role in a Musical for HELL'S KITCHEN. Watch Moon's acceptance speech in the video here!
Maleah Joi Moon won the 2024 Tony Award for Best Performance by an Actress in a Leading Role in a Musical for HELL'S KITCHEN. Watch Moon's acceptance speech in the video here!
Video: Kecia Lewis Accepts Tony Award For HELL'S KITCHEN
Tonight, Kecia Lewis won the 2024 Tony Award for Best Performance by an Actress in a Featured Role in a Musical for HELL'S KITCHEN. Watch her acceptance speech in the video here!
Tonight, Kecia Lewis won the 2024 Tony Award for Best Performance by an Actress in a Featured Role in a Musical for HELL'S KITCHEN. Watch her acceptance speech in the video here!
2024 Tony Awards Fashions- The Best Looks from Broadway's Biggest Night
The 2024 Tony Awards have come and gone and as usual, Broadway's biggest stars turned up and turned it out in honor of the big night! From classic glamour to avant garde eleganza, check out our photos below to find out which 'fits were it at this year's celebration!
The 2024 Tony Awards have come and gone and as usual, Broadway's biggest stars turned up and turned it out in honor of the big night! From classic glamour to avant garde eleganza, check out our photos below to find out which 'fits were it at this year's celebration!
Video: Shoshana Bean Sings 'Pawn It All' from HELL'S KITCHEN at the Spring Road Conference
Shoshana Bean performed 'Pawn It All' from Hell's Kitchen at the Broadway League's Spring Road Conference just last month. Check out the video of her performance here!
Shoshana Bean performed 'Pawn It All' from Hell's Kitchen at the Broadway League's Spring Road Conference just last month. Check out the video of her performance here!
Video: Meet the Tony-Nominated Choreographers of 2024
Watch as we chat with: Camille A. Brown (Hell's Kitchen), Shana Carroll and Jesse Robb (Water for Elephants), Rick Kuperman and Jeff Kuperman (The Outsiders), and Justin Peck (Illinoise).
Watch as we chat with: Camille A. Brown (Hell's Kitchen), Shana Carroll and Jesse Robb (Water for Elephants), Rick Kuperman and Jeff Kuperman (The Outsiders), and Justin Peck (Illinoise).
Video: Kecia Lewis Performs 'Authors Of Forever' From HELL'S KITCHEN at the Spring Road Conference
Kecia Lewis took the stage to perform 'Authors of Forever' from Hell's Kitchen at the Broadway League's Spring Road Conference just last month. Check out the video of her performance here!
Kecia Lewis took the stage to perform 'Authors of Forever' from Hell's Kitchen at the Broadway League's Spring Road Conference just last month. Check out the video of her performance here!
How/When/Where to Watch the 2024 Tony Awards
On June 16, The 77th Annual Tony Awards made their debut at Lincoln Center at the David H. Koch Theatre to celebrate the best of Broadway for the 2023/24 theatre season.
On June 16, The 77th Annual Tony Awards made their debut at Lincoln Center at the David H. Koch Theatre to celebrate the best of Broadway for the 2023/24 theatre season.
Recap the 2024 Tony Awards Acceptance Speeches
The 77th Annual Tony Awards have officially begun! As winners take the stage this evening, stay tuned to BroadwayWorld as we bring you full text of all of the acceptance speeches; from the emotional to the humorous, and everything in between.
The 77th Annual Tony Awards have officially begun! As winners take the stage this evening, stay tuned to BroadwayWorld as we bring you full text of all of the acceptance speeches; from the emotional to the humorous, and everything in between.
Camille A. Brown FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS
What awards has Camille A. Brown been nominated for?
Camille A. Brown has been nominated for several awards throughout her career. These include Outstanding Choreography at the Drama Desk Awards for "Hell’s Kitchen," Outstanding Choreographer at The Lortels for "Hell's Kitchen," and Best Choreography at the Tony Awards for "Hell's Kitchen." She has also received nominations for Outstanding Direction of a Play at the Drama League Awards for "for colored girls who have considered suicide/when the rainbow is enuf," Outstanding Choreography at the Outer Critics Circle Awards for the same production, and Outstanding Director of a Play at the Outer Critics Circle Awards for "for colored girls who have considered suicide/when the rainbow is enuf." Additionally, she has been nominated for Best Choreography at the Tony Awards and Best Direction of a Play at the Tony Awards for "for colored girls who have considered suicide / when the rainbow is enuf." Other nominations include the Choreography Award at the Obie Awards, Outstanding Choreography at the Drama Desk Awards for "Choir Boy," Best Choreography at the Tony Awards for "Choir Boy," and Best Choreography at the BroadwayWorld Awards for "Once on this Island." She has also been recognized with The LaDuca Award for Outstanding Choreography at the Drama Desk Awards for "Once on this Island," Outstanding Choreographer at the Outer Critics Circle Awards for "Once on this Island," Outstanding Choreographer at The Lortels for "Bella: An American Tall Tale," and Outstanding Choreographer at The Lortels for "The Fortress of Solitude."
What awards has Camille A. Brown won?
Camille A. Brown has won the Choreography Award at the Obie Awards and the Best Choreography award at the BroadwayWorld Awards for Once on this Island.
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