Donald McKayle
Donald McKayle is an actor, conceiver whose BroadwayWorld credits include Copper and Brass, Bless You All, and It Ain't Nothin' But the Blues. Awards include Outer Critics Circle Awards for Sophisticated Ladies (1981).
Also Credited As: Don McKayle
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Awards and Nominations
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Outer Critics Circle Awards - 1981 - Best Choreography
Donald McKayle, Sophisticated Ladies
Tony Awards - 1981 - Best Choreography
Donald McKayle, Sophisticated Ladies
Tony Awards - 1974 - Best Choreography
Donald McKayle, Raisin
Tony Awards - 1974 - Best Direction of a Musical
Donald McKayle, Raisin
Tony Awards - 1965 - Best Choreography
Donald McKayle, Golden Boy
News
Hubbard Street Dance Chicago to Close Jacob's Pillow Festival Season
by A.A. Cristi - Aug 13, 2026
Hubbard Street Dance Chicago will return to Jacob's Pillow to close out the summer season with a mixed repertoire program featuring works by Nacho Duato, Aszure Barton, Gwen Verdon and Bob Fosse.
by A.A. Cristi - Aug 13, 2026
Hubbard Street Dance Chicago will return to Jacob's Pillow to close out the summer season with a mixed repertoire program featuring works by Nacho Duato, Aszure Barton, Gwen Verdon and Bob Fosse.
Martha Graham Dance Company to Present 2026-27 Season and Global Tour
by A.A. Cristi - Aug 12, 2026
Martha Graham Dance Company will present masterworks, new commissions, and Lamentation Variations while touring the US, Canada, England, Spain, Mexico, and China.
by A.A. Cristi - Aug 12, 2026
Martha Graham Dance Company will present masterworks, new commissions, and Lamentation Variations while touring the US, Canada, England, Spain, Mexico, and China.
DANCE THIS to Celebrate World Cultures at The Moore Theatre in Seattle
by A.A. Cristi - Jun 25, 2026
Seattle Theatre Group will present the 28th annual DANCE THIS at The Moore Theatre, featuring guest commissions from THE OUTSIDERS, José Limón, and choreographer Mike Song, alongside local dance groups.
by A.A. Cristi - Jun 25, 2026
Seattle Theatre Group will present the 28th annual DANCE THIS at The Moore Theatre, featuring guest commissions from THE OUTSIDERS, José Limón, and choreographer Mike Song, alongside local dance groups.
Dancer and Actor Carmen de Lavallade Dies at 94
by Stephi Wild - Jan 2, 2026
BroadwayWorld is saddened to report that actress, choreographer, and dancer Carmen de Lavallade has died at age 94. Learn more about her and read the full obituary here.
by Stephi Wild - Jan 2, 2026
BroadwayWorld is saddened to report that actress, choreographer, and dancer Carmen de Lavallade has died at age 94. Learn more about her and read the full obituary here.
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.
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.
Ohio Contemporary Ballet to Return to Playhouse Square with ECHOES AND INNOVATIONS
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Jan 17, 2025
Ohio Contemporary Ballet, formerly known as Verb Ballets, has revealed its return to Playhouse Square with Echoes and Innovations. Learn more about the program and see how to purchase tickets.
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Jan 17, 2025
Ohio Contemporary Ballet, formerly known as Verb Ballets, has revealed its return to Playhouse Square with Echoes and Innovations. Learn more about the program and see how to purchase tickets.
Repertory Dance Theatre Will Embark on East Coast Tour, Culminating at The Whitney
by Stephi Wild - Oct 23, 2024
Repertory Dance Theatre will head to the East Coast for a three-week tour, including stops in Massachusetts, Connecticut, and New York City.
by Stephi Wild - Oct 23, 2024
Repertory Dance Theatre will head to the East Coast for a three-week tour, including stops in Massachusetts, Connecticut, and New York City.
Jacob's Pillow to Present Roderick George With The Men Dancers Award This Month
by Blair Ingenthron - Aug 4, 2024
Jacob's Pillow will present American dancer and choreographer Roderick George with the Jacob's Pillow Men Dancers Award. George will accept the award at the outdoor performance by his New York City-based company, kNonAme Artist, on Thursday, August 15, as part of this summer's Jacob's Pillow Dance Festival.
by Blair Ingenthron - Aug 4, 2024
Jacob's Pillow will present American dancer and choreographer Roderick George with the Jacob's Pillow Men Dancers Award. George will accept the award at the outdoor performance by his New York City-based company, kNonAme Artist, on Thursday, August 15, as part of this summer's Jacob's Pillow Dance Festival.
Martha Graham Dance Company Announces Second Season Of GRAHAM100
by A.A. Cristi - Jul 15, 2024
Martha Graham Dance Company reveals its 2024-2025 season, featuring the second year of GRAHAM100, celebrating the legacy and innovative works of Martha Graham.
by A.A. Cristi - Jul 15, 2024
Martha Graham Dance Company reveals its 2024-2025 season, featuring the second year of GRAHAM100, celebrating the legacy and innovative works of Martha Graham.
Jacob's Pillow Dance Festival Announces Week 7 Programming, Featuring Parsons Dance and More
by Blair Ingenthron - Jul 14, 2024
Jacob's Pillow Dance Festival will welcomes the internationally-touring modern dance company Parsons Dance back to the Ted Shawn Theatre, 25 years after their last engagement with the festival in 1999.
by Blair Ingenthron - Jul 14, 2024
Jacob's Pillow Dance Festival will welcomes the internationally-touring modern dance company Parsons Dance back to the Ted Shawn Theatre, 25 years after their last engagement with the festival in 1999.
Argentina-Based Social Tango Project Makes Jacob's Pillow Debut In Week 4 of Summer Dance Festival
by Blair Ingenthron - Jun 23, 2024
Jacob's Pillow Dance Festival will bring the acclaimed Social Tango Project—an innovative dance company founded and based in Buenos Aires, Argentina— for an immersive week-long engagement during Week 4 of the Festival.
by Blair Ingenthron - Jun 23, 2024
Jacob's Pillow Dance Festival will bring the acclaimed Social Tango Project—an innovative dance company founded and based in Buenos Aires, Argentina— for an immersive week-long engagement during Week 4 of the Festival.
Seattle Theatre Group's 26th Annual DANCE This Continues to Connect Community-Focused Dance with National Talent
by Stephi Wild - Jun 18, 2024
Seattle Theatre Group will present the 26th annual DANCE This on Friday, July 12 at The Moore Theatre.
by Stephi Wild - Jun 18, 2024
Seattle Theatre Group will present the 26th annual DANCE This on Friday, July 12 at The Moore Theatre.
Eliot Feld Places His Ballets In The Public Domain; Feld And Ballet Tech Donate Archive To NYPL
by Chloe Rabinowitz - May 28, 2024
Eliot Feld and Ballet Tech donate their ballet archive to the New York Public Library, placing Feld's works in the public domain to ensure wider access and preservation.
by Chloe Rabinowitz - May 28, 2024
Eliot Feld and Ballet Tech donate their ballet archive to the New York Public Library, placing Feld's works in the public domain to ensure wider access and preservation.
New York City Ballet Unveils 2024-25 Season Featuring 58 Ballets
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Apr 15, 2024
New York City Ballet has revealed its 2024-25 season. See the productions and learn how to purchase tickets!
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Apr 15, 2024
New York City Ballet has revealed its 2024-25 season. See the productions and learn how to purchase tickets!
CLYMOVE DANCE GALA To Honors Sarita Allen This Week
by A.A. Cristi - Apr 1, 2024
CLYMOVE DANCE GALA honors Sarita Allen, will present two World Premieres, and a performance of Elisa Monte's 'Pigs and Fishes' on Tuesday, April 2, 2024 at 7:00 PM at Ailey Citigroup Theater.
by A.A. Cristi - Apr 1, 2024
CLYMOVE DANCE GALA honors Sarita Allen, will present two World Premieres, and a performance of Elisa Monte's 'Pigs and Fishes' on Tuesday, April 2, 2024 at 7:00 PM at Ailey Citigroup Theater.
Ballet Tech to Present 30th Anniversary Kids Dance at the Joyce
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Feb 26, 2024
Ballet Tech will return to The Joyce Theater for the 30th anniversary of its Kids Dance student performance troupe, May 30–June 2. Learn how to purchase tickets!
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Feb 26, 2024
Ballet Tech will return to The Joyce Theater for the 30th anniversary of its Kids Dance student performance troupe, May 30–June 2. Learn how to purchase tickets!
Jim May, Sokolow Theatre/Dance Ensemble's Founder, Receives Lifetime Achievement Award From The Martha Hill Dance Fund
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Feb 21, 2024
Jim May, Sokolow Theatre/Dance Ensemble’s founder, is being honored with a Lifetime Achievement Award from The Martha Hill Dance Fund.
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Feb 21, 2024
Jim May, Sokolow Theatre/Dance Ensemble’s founder, is being honored with a Lifetime Achievement Award from The Martha Hill Dance Fund.
ZviDance to Present The World Premiere Of Zvi Gotheiner's THE FIELD
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Feb 15, 2024
ZviDance will present THE FIELD, an original dance piece from acclaimed choreographer and artistic director, Zvi Gotheiner.
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Feb 15, 2024
ZviDance will present THE FIELD, an original dance piece from acclaimed choreographer and artistic director, Zvi Gotheiner.
Philadanco Returns to Manhattan's Joyce Theater in February
by Stephi Wild - Jan 31, 2024
Philadanco will return to Manhattan’s Joyce Theater for the 32nd time, and first since 2018, with “InTangible,” a program of New York premieres by four emerging choreographers, from February 6 through February 10, 2024.
by Stephi Wild - Jan 31, 2024
Philadanco will return to Manhattan’s Joyce Theater for the 32nd time, and first since 2018, with “InTangible,” a program of New York premieres by four emerging choreographers, from February 6 through February 10, 2024.
Martha Graham Dance Company To Present Spring 2024 New York Season At City Center, April 17-20
by A.A. Cristi - Jan 11, 2024
The Martha Graham Dance Company presents their Spring 2024 New York Season, featuring Graham masterworks, a new 'Rodeo,' and a New York premiere by Jamar Roberts. Don't miss this celebration of American legacies at New York City Center from April 17-20, 2024.
by A.A. Cristi - Jan 11, 2024
The Martha Graham Dance Company presents their Spring 2024 New York Season, featuring Graham masterworks, a new 'Rodeo,' and a New York premiere by Jamar Roberts. Don't miss this celebration of American legacies at New York City Center from April 17-20, 2024.
FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS
How many Broadway shows has Donald McKayle been in?
Donald McKayle has appeared on Broadway in 2 shows.
How many West End shows has Donald McKayle been in?
Donald McKayle has not appeared in the West End.
What awards has Donald McKayle been nominated for?
Best Choreography (Outer Critics Circle Awards) for Sophisticated Ladies, Best Choreography (Tony Awards) for Sophisticated Ladies, Best Choreography (Tony Awards) for Raisin, Best Direction of a Musical (Tony Awards) for Raisin and Best Choreography (Tony Awards) for Golden Boy.
What awards has Donald McKayle won?
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How many shows has Donald McKayle written?
Donald McKayle has written 1 shows including Sophisticated Ladies (Conceiver).
