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David Byrne

Birth Place: Dumbarton, Dunbarstonshire, SCOTLAND

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BIO

Broadway: American Utopia (2019). Byrne works in a variety of mediums. Born in Dumbarton, Scotland, he grew up in North America and was educated at art schools in Maryland and Rhode Island. Since leaving the Talking Heads, the band he co-founded in the 1970s, Byrne has released nine solo albums, most recently American Utopia (2018). Byrne has been honored with an Academy Award, Golden Globe, and Grammy awards, along with Obie, Outer Critics Circle, Drama Desk, Lucille Lortel and the Theatre World awards for Here Lies Love.

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STAGE CREDITS

Life and Trust Life and Trust
[Off-Broadway]
Off-Broadway Production, 2024
Ensemble [Replacement]
David Byrne's American Utopia David Byrne's American Utopia
[Broadway]
Broadway Return Engagement, 2021
Guitar/Vocals

Productions

Hamlet Hail to the Thief
 
[West End, 2026]
Co-Creator
Choreographer
The Shitheads
 
[West End, 2026]
Co-Director
Joan of Arc: Into the FireJoan of Arc: Into the Fire
 
[Off-Broadway, 2017]
Orchestrations and Arrangements

Writing

Here Lies Love
Lyricist
Author
Composer
Joan of Arc: Into the Fire
Book, Music, and Lyrics
American Utopia
Music, Lyrics
The Catherine Wheel
Composer/Lyricist
Composer
Lyricist

TV Shows

Trying Times
Byron
The Simpsons
[ 2003-2012 ] David Byrne
Life & Beth
Dr. B

Awards and Nominations

Tony Awards - 2024 - Best Original Score (Music and/or Lyrics) Written for the Theatre

David Byrne, Here Lies Love


winner
New York Drama Critics Circle Awards - 2020 - Special Citations

David Byrne, American Utopia

Olivier Awards - 2015 - Outstanding Achievement in Music

David ByrneHere Lies Love

Drama Desk Awards - 2013 - Outstanding Music

David Byrne, Here Lies Love


winner
Obie Awards - 2013 - Music And Lyrics

David Byrne, Here Lies Love

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THEATER OF THE MIND to Host Accessible Performances During Disability Pride Month Photo
THEATER OF THE MIND to Host Accessible Performances During Disability Pride Month
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Jul 15, 2026

Goodman Theatre's Theater of the Mind, created by David Byrne and Mala Gaonkar, will offer relaxed, ASL-interpreted, and audio-described performances in Chicago during Disability Pride Month.
Stockard Channing Will Direct KRAPP'S LAST TAPE at Latitude Festival Photo
Stockard Channing Will Direct KRAPP'S LAST TAPE at Latitude Festival
by Stephi Wild - Jul 9, 2026

Stockard Channing makes her directorial debut with Samuel Beckett's KRAPP'S LAST TAPE at Latitude Festival's 20th edition, starring David Westhead, before the production heads to Edinburgh Fringe.
MEMORIAM to Make London Premiere at Southwark Playhouse Starring Beverley Klein Photo
MEMORIAM to Make London Premiere at Southwark Playhouse Starring Beverley Klein
by Stephi Wild - Jul 9, 2026

Tangram Theatre Company will present the London premiere of MEMORIAM, a new play exploring Holocaust memory and AI ethics, starring 2025 Olivier Award nominee Beverley Klein as the world's last living Holocaust survivor.
Video: Watch the Trailer For GIANT Starring John Lithgow in Cinemas Photo
Video: Watch the Trailer For GIANT Starring John Lithgow in Cinemas
by Stephi Wild - Jul 9, 2026

John Lithgow will reprise his Olivier and Tony Award-winning role as Roald Dahl in the cinema release of GIANT, filmed live at the Harold Pinter Theatre and screening in 18 countries. Check out the new trailer in the video here!
Natalie Merchant Sets CABINET OF WONDER Album Collaboration with Chicago Children's T Photo
Natalie Merchant Sets CABINET OF WONDER Album Collaboration with Chicago Children's Theatre
by Josh Sharpe - Jul 8, 2026

Nonesuch Records is set to release Natalie Merchant’s Cabinet of Wonder, a digital collection of seventeen songs and accompanying videos from the singer-songwriter’s collaboration with the Chicago Symphony Orchestra (CSO) and Chicago Children’s Theatre (CCT).
Angélique Kidjo to Perform at SummerStage in Central Park with World Music Institute Photo
Angélique Kidjo to Perform at SummerStage in Central Park with World Music Institute
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Jul 6, 2026

Five-time Grammy Award winner Angélique Kidjo will perform at Rumsey Playfield in Central Park as part of SummerStage's 40th Anniversary Season, presented in association with World Music Institute.
Photos: Lea Salonga Opens Broadway and Vine 2026 Season Photo
Photos: Lea Salonga Opens Broadway and Vine 2026 Season
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Jul 2, 2026

Broadway and Vine kicked off its 2026 season with a sunset concert by Tony and Olivier Award Winner Lea Salonga on Carneros Resort’s Vineyard Lawn in Napa Valley. See photos~
TSDCA Annual Meeting to Bring Theatre Sound Design Workshops to Chicago and Online Photo
TSDCA Annual Meeting to Bring Theatre Sound Design Workshops to Chicago and Online
by Stephi Wild - Jul 2, 2026

The Theatrical Sound Designers and Composers Association will host its annual meeting at Steppenwolf Theatre in Chicago, featuring seminars and workshops for theatre artists, with online streaming also available. All events are open to the public.
KLEZMER BY CANDLELIGHT to Launch Berkshire Theatre Group's New Concert Series Photo
KLEZMER BY CANDLELIGHT to Launch Berkshire Theatre Group's New Concert Series
by Stephi Wild - Jul 1, 2026

Berkshire Theatre Group announced a new Colonial Candlelight Concert Series at Pittsfield's historic Colonial Theatre, opening with Grammy winner Frank London and Eleanor Reissa performing klezmer music by candlelight.
World Music Institute to Launch Fall-Winter 2026-2027 Season With NYC Debuts and Glob Photo
World Music Institute to Launch Fall-Winter 2026-2027 Season With NYC Debuts and Global Stars
by A.A. Cristi - Jun 25, 2026

World Music Institute announced its upcoming Fall-Winter season, featuring NYC debuts from Japan's Minyo Crusaders, South Korea's Leenalchi, and others, alongside returning favorites like Angélique Kidjo and a new NEXT GEN series.
THE LIZARD Y EL SOL Tour and More Set for The Goodman Summer Programming Photo
THE LIZARD Y EL SOL Tour and More Set for The Goodman Summer Programming
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Jun 23, 2026

Goodman's Centennial 25/26 Season will conclude with programming for all ages, interests and neighborhoods. The theater has unveiled its 4th annual partnership with Chicago Park District’s “Night Out in the Parks” to present The Lizard y El Sol.
Andrew Rannells, Santino Fontana and More Join BROADWAY AND VINE IN 2026 Photo
Andrew Rannells, Santino Fontana and More Join BROADWAY AND VINE IN 2026
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Jun 23, 2026

Broadway and Vine will launch its 2026 season with appearances by Broadway favorites including Andrew Rannells, Nikki M. James, Santino Fontana, and more.
SCHOOL OF ROCK's Ava Della Pietra and More Among Nominees at 17th Annual New Media Fi Photo
SCHOOL OF ROCK's Ava Della Pietra and More Among Nominees at 17th Annual New Media Film Festival
by Stephi Wild - Jun 16, 2026

Ava Della Pietra, known for her role in SCHOOL OF ROCK, won the Music/Song Award at the 17th Annual New Media Film Festival in Los Angeles for her musical short 2 Can Play, directed by Azzie Scott. Learn more here.
Interview: Mark Ball on Harry Styles and MELTDOWN at Southbank Centre Photo
Interview: Mark Ball on Harry Styles and MELTDOWN at Southbank Centre
by Kat Mokrynski - Jun 14, 2026

Recently, we had the chance to speak with Mark Ball, the Artistic Director of the Southbank Centre. We discussed how he first got started in the arts industry and what led him to the Centre, the history of the Meltdown music festival and what it has been like working with Harry Styles as the artist curator this year.
Best Free Outdoor Summer Concerts June 15-21 – Juneteenth, Pride Celebrations & Mor Photo
Best Free Outdoor Summer Concerts June 15-21 – Juneteenth, Pride Celebrations & More
by Rebecca Kaplan - Jun 13, 2026

See some of the top outdoor concerts across NYC's five boroughs next week with Pride celebrations, plenty of festive Juneteenth celebrations and more!
HAMLET HAIL TO THE THIEF to Make London Premiere at the Barbican Theatre Photo
HAMLET HAIL TO THE THIEF to Make London Premiere at the Barbican Theatre
by Stephi Wild - Jun 11, 2026

The RSC and Factory International production blending Shakespeare's Hamlet with Radiohead's album, co-created by Thom Yorke, Steven Hoggett, and Christine Jones, will run at the Barbican Theatre following sold-out runs.
Heath Schwartz & Michelle Farabaugh Acquire Boneau/Bryan-Brown; Will Rebrand as Apert Photo
Heath Schwartz & Michelle Farabaugh Acquire Boneau/Bryan-Brown; Will Rebrand as Aperture Public Relations
by Nicole Rosky - May 21, 2026

Veteran theatrical press agents Heath Schwartz and Michelle Farabaugh have acquired principal ownership of Boneau/Bryan-Brown, Inc., a publicity firm with over three decades of experience serving the theater industry, rebranding the company effective June 1, 2026 as Aperture Public Relations.
JOHN PROCTOR IS THE VILLAIN, AMERICAN IDIOT and More Set for Goodman Theatre 26/27 Se Photo
JOHN PROCTOR IS THE VILLAIN, AMERICAN IDIOT and More Set for Goodman Theatre 26/27 Season
by Chloe Rabinowitz - May 20, 2026

Goodman Theatre Artistic Director Susan V. Booth and Executive Director John Collins have revealed the 2026/2027 Season line-up, beginning this fall. With 12 productions—five world or Chicago premieres, a reinvestigated classic and more.
TALKING DREADS, IMPROV ASYLUM, and BEARLY DEAD Will Come to Spire Center For Performi Photo
TALKING DREADS, IMPROV ASYLUM, and BEARLY DEAD Will Come to Spire Center For Performing Arts
by Stephi Wild - May 18, 2026

Two popular tribute bands and a Boston comedy institution will be performing at Plymouth's Spire Center in the coming months. Learn more about the shows here!
Stephen Colbert Sets Final Talent for THE LATE SHOW: David Byrne, Steven Spielberg, & Photo
Stephen Colbert Sets Final Talent for THE LATE SHOW: David Byrne, Steven Spielberg, & More
by Josh Sharpe - May 15, 2026

Next week, The Late Show is coming to an end. Thursday, May 21, will mark the final episode of the Stephen Colbert-hosted late-night talk show, and the official talent lineup will include Jon Stewart, Steven Spielberg, David Byrne, and more.
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FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

How many Broadway shows has David Byrne been in?

David Byrne has appeared on Broadway in 2 shows.

How many West End shows has David Byrne been in?

David Byrne has not appeared in the West End.

What awards has David Byrne been nominated for?

Best Original Score (Music and/or Lyrics) Written for the Theatre (Tony Awards) for Here Lies Love, Special Citations (New York Drama Critics Circle Awards) for American Utopia, Outstanding Achievement in Music (Olivier Awards) for Here Lies Love, Outstanding Music (Drama Desk Awards) for Here Lies Love and Music And Lyrics (Obie Awards) for Here Lies Love.

What awards has David Byrne won?

David Byrne has received Special Citations from the New York Drama Critics Circle Awards for American Utopia. He has also won an Academy Award for Best Original Song for "This Must Be the Place (Naive Melody)," a Grammy Award for Best World Music Album for "A Call to Arms," and a Tony Award for Best Musical for his work on American Utopia.

How many shows has David Byrne written?

David Byrne has written 4 shows including The Catherine Wheel (Composer/Lyricist), Here Lies Love (Lyricist), Joan of Arc: Into the Fire (Book, Music, and Lyrics), American Utopia (Music, Lyrics).

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