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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.

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[US Tour, 2019]
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[Off-Broadway, 2019]
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[Off-Broadway, 2019] [Replacement]
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[Broadway, 2019]
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[Off-Broadway, 2018]
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[St. Louis, MO (Regional), 2018] [Replacement]
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[Motion Picture, 2018]
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[Broadway, 2017]
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[Off-Broadway, 2017]
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[Off-Broadway, 2016]
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[Off-Broadway, 2014]
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Awards and Nominations

Drama Desk Awards - 2025 - Outstanding Choreography

Camille A. Brown, Gypsy

Tony Awards - 2025 - Best Choreography

Camille A. Brown, Gypsy

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


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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


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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

Videos

News


Kinetic Light's Virtual Reality Experience to Premiere at Jacob's Pillow Dance Festival
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Jun 17, 2025

Kinetic Light's immersive virtual reality headset experience territory will have its world premiere at the celebrated Jacob's Pillow Dance Festival, as part of the Opening Week Celebration of the new Doris Duke Theatre. Learn how to attend!
Photos: Alicia Keys and HELL'S KITCHEN Cast Visits GOOD MORNING AMERICA
by Josh Sharpe - Jun 16, 2025

Last Friday, Alicia Keys and the cast of Broadway's Hell's Kitchen visited Good Morning America on what was the show's final broadcast from the Times Square Studio. Check out photos from their appearance here!
Jessica Vosk to Take Leave of Absence From HELL'S KITCHEN Due to Back Injury
by Michael Major - Jun 13, 2025

Jessica Vosk has announced that she will be out of Hell's Kitchen for three weeks due to a back injury. The medical leave will conclude on July 8, after the Wicked alum has recovered from her surgery. 
Video: Watch HELL'S KITCHEN Perform 'Girl on Fire' & 'No One' on GOOD MORNING AMERICA
by Michael Major - Jun 13, 2025

The cast of Hell's Kitchen appeared on Good Morning America today to perform 'Girl on Fire' and 'No One.' Introduced by Alicia Keys, the video features Jessica Vosk, Phillip Johnson Richardson, Amanda Reid, Christopher Jackson, and more.
Seattle Theatre Group Hosts 27th Annual DANCE This
by Stephi Wild - Jun 12, 2025

DANCE This is STG's signature dance program that brings together youth and adult performers from diverse communities to collaborate and share their culture through the art of dance.
Photos: 2025 Tony Awards Fashion- Bold Glamour, Queer Elegance, and Menswear Redefined
by A.A. Cristi - Jun 10, 2025

Broadway's biggest night is always a celebration of talent, triumph, and tenacity, but on the 2025 Tony Awards red carpet, fashion took center stage with a showstopping display of individuality, artistry, and unapologetic flair. Check out photos of the most unforgettable looks of the night.
Photos: 2025 Tony Awards- Stars Walk the Red Carpet
by Bruce Glikas - Jun 8, 2025

Check out photos of all of the the red carpet looks at Radio City Music Hall for the 78th Annual Tony Awards and check back as we add more throughout the night.
2025 Tony Awards Winners - The Full List
by Nicole Rosky - Jun 8, 2025

The best of Broadway took the stage earlier tonight at Radio City Music Hall for the 78th Annual Tony Awards, hosted by Cynthia Erivo. 
2025 Tony Awards Guide - How to Watch, Who is Nominated & More
by Nicole Rosky - Jun 7, 2025

The best of Broadway will take the stage today at Radio City Music Hall for the 78th Annual Tony Awards, hosted by Cynthia Erivo. Need a refresher on how to watch and when? We've got you covered!
Videos You Missed This Week: Prep for Tonys Weekend
by Sidney Paterra - Jun 6, 2025

It's been a busy week on (and off) Broadway! It's Tony Awards weekend! Catch up on all the latest from the week ending June 6, 2025 with videos from Heathers, Hadestown, and more!
Video: Meet the Tony-Nominated Choreographers of 2025
by Joey Mervis - Jun 3, 2025

Watch in this video as we chat with Tony nominees: Josh Bergasse (Smash), Camille A. Brown (Gypsy), Christopher Gattelli (Death Becomes Her), Jerry Mitchell (Boop! The Musical), and Justin Peck and Patricia Delgado (Buena Vista Social Club).
Photos: On the Red Carpet at the 2025 Drama Desk Awards
by Genevieve Rafter Keddy - Jun 2, 2025

Debra Messing and Tituss Burgess hosted the 69th Annual Drama Desk Awards at 7:30pm ET at NYU Skirball. See photos from the red carpet here! Learn more about the awards here!
DEATH BECOMES HER vs. MINCEMEAT Battle For Best Ensemble In The BWW Awards; Last Chance To Vote!
by BWW Awards - Jun 2, 2025

This is the final chance to vote for BroadwayWorld's 22nd Annual Theater Fans' Choice Awards. The Theater Fans' Choice Awards honor and celebrate the best of New York Theater. There's just one week left to vote!
2025 Drama Desk Awards Winners- The Full List
by Nicole Rosky - Jun 1, 2025

Debra Messing and Tituss Burgess hosted the 69th Annual Drama Desk Awards at NYU Skirball. Check out the full list of winners from the big night here!
The Best Tony Awards Fashions of the 2020s
by A.A. Cristi - May 30, 2025

Let’s take a look back at some of the most unforgettable looks that turned the Tony Awards into a true fashion spectacle. Check out photos of all of our favorite Tony Awards fashions of the 2020s!
Watch the Tony-Nominated Choreography of 2025
by Nicole Rosky - May 30, 2025

This season, six choreographers receive recognition for their outstanding work on Broadway. Meet the Tony-nominated choreographers of 2025 and check out their work onstage in these videos.
Christopher Jackson Joins the Cast of HELL'S KITCHEN
by Stephi Wild - May 28, 2025

Tony Award nominee, Grammy Award & Emmy Award winner Christopher Jackson will return to Broadway in Hell's Kitchen in the role of Davis, beginning next week.
Photos: REDWOOD Duo Idina Menzel and Tina Landau Honored At New Dramatists Luncheon
by Genevieve Rafter Keddy - May 28, 2025

New Dramatists honored Tina Landau, an award-winning playwright, lyricist, and director (Redwood, Floyd Collins, SpongeBob SquarePants), and Tony Award winner Idina Menzel (Redwood, Wicked, Rent) at its recent spring gala! Check out photos from the event!
1 Week Left for the BWW Awards; MAYBE HAPPY ENDING Leading Over MINCEMEAT & DEATH BECOMES HER
by BWW Awards - May 27, 2025

The latest standings have been released for BroadwayWorld's 22nd Annual Theater Fans' Choice Awards. The Theater Fans' Choice Awards honor and celebrate the best of New York Theater. There's just one week left to vote!
Montego Glover encabezará GYPSY durante una semana mientras Audra McDonald está de vacaciones
by Team BWW - May 27, 2025

La nominada al Tony, Montego Glover, protagonizará como “Rose” la reposición de Gypsy en Broadway durante una semana este verano, durante las vacaciones de Audra McDonald. ¡Más información aquí!

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

What awards has Camille A. Brown been nominated for?

Outstanding Choreography (Drama Desk Awards) for Gypsy, Best Choreography (Tony Awards) for Gypsy, Outstanding Choreography (Drama Desk Awards) for Hell’s Kitchen, Outstanding Choreographer (The Lortels) for Hell's Kitchen, Best Choreography (Tony Awards) for Hell's Kitchen, Outstanding Direction of a Play (Drama League Awards) for for colored girls who have considered suicide/when the rainbow is enuf, Outstanding Choreography (Outer Critics Circle Awards) for for colored girls who have considered suicide/when the rainbow is enuf, Outstanding Director of a Play (Outer Critics Circle Awards) for for colored girls who have considered suicide/when the rainbow is enuf, Best Choreography (Tony Awards) for for colored girls who have considered suicide / when the rainbow is enuf, Best Direction of a Play (Tony Awards) for for colored girls who have considered suicide / when the rainbow is enuf, Outstanding Choreography (Drama Desk Awards) for for colored girls who have considered suicide/when the rainbow is enuf, Choreography Award (Obie Awards), Outstanding Choreography (Drama Desk Awards) for Choir Boy, Best Choreography (Tony Awards) for Choir Boy, Best Choreography (BroadwayWorld Awards) for Once on this Island, The LaDuca Award for Outstanding Choreography (Drama Desk Awards) for Once on this Island, Outstanding Choreographer (Outer Critics Circle Awards) for Once on this Island, Outstanding Choreographer (The Lortels) for Bella: An American Tall Tale and Outstanding Choreographer (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 Best Choreography at the BroadwayWorld Awards for Once on This Island.

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