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The 1/52 Project Opens Applications For Fifth Year Of Designer Grant Program

by A.A. Cristi — February 2, 2026

The 1/52 Project has opened applications for its 2026 grant cycle supporting early-career theatre designers from historically excluded groups.

Richard A. Freeman, Jr. Named Artistic Director Of Dallas Black Dance Theatre

by Stephi Wild — November 3, 2025

The Board of Directors of Dallas Black Dance Theatre have announced the appointment of Richard A.

The 1/52 Project Hosts 2025 Reception Honoring Grant Recipients

by Chloe Rabinowitz — October 20, 2025

The 1/52 Project, the financial grant program founded by Tony Award-winning set designer Beowulf Borritt, hosted its 2025 reception on October 6 at The Civilian Hotel.

The 1/52 Project Reveals Twelve 2025 Early Career Designer Recipients

by Chloe Rabinowitz — September 8, 2025

The 1/52 Project, the financial grant program founded by Tony Award-winning set designer Beowulf Boritt, revealed the twelve early-career designer recipients selected for the 2025 cycle to benefit from $165,000.

Dallas Black Dance Theatre Launches Historic Statewide Cultural Initiative

by A.A. Cristi — February 6, 2025

Dallas Black Dance Theatre (DBDT) has announcesd the statewide expansion of its celebrated Cultural Awareness virtual student matinee program, a groundbreaking move that marks the largest arts education initiative of its kind in Texas history.

Dallas Black Dance Theatre To Take The Coppell Arts Center Stage On June 22

by A.A. Cristi — June 6, 2024

Dallas Black Dance Theatre will perform at Coppell Arts Center on June 22.

Nominees Announced For 15th Annual ORPHEUM HIGH SCHOOL MUSICAL THEATRE AWARDS

by A.A. Cristi — April 22, 2024

The Orpheum Theatre Group has announced that the annual Orpheum High School Musical Theatre Awards (HSMTA) will take place on Thursday, May 23 at 7pm at the Orpheum Theatre.

Erykah Badu Announced As Honorary Chair For Dallas Black Dance Theatre The BIG Dance

by A.A. Cristi — March 25, 2024

Dallas Black Dance Theatre’s annual fundraiser, The BIG Dance, is back for its fifth consecutive year for a soulful evening of the Motown Sound.

Dallas Black Dance Theatre And The NBA Foundation Empower Youth Of Color Through Dance And Education

by A.A. Cristi — March 1, 2024

Join the Dallas Black Dance Theatre and the NBA Foundation as they empower youth of color through dance and education.

Dallas Black Dance Theatre To Return to New York City at the Joyce Theater

by Chloe Rabinowitz — December 20, 2023

Dallas Black Dance Theatre will begin the new year with performances at The Joyce Theater January 12-13, 2024 at 8pm.

The Joyce Theater Foundation to Present Eight Edition of American Dance Platform

by Chloe Rabinowitz — December 15, 2023

The Joyce Theater Foundation is continuing its mission to bring the best in dance to its New York City stage in the eighth iteration of American Dance Platform.

Dallas Black Dance Theatre And Broadway Dallas Partner With Dallas Independent School District To Continue Annual Arts Education Initiative

by A.A. Cristi — December 14, 2023

Dallas Black Dance Theatre (DBDT) and Broadway Dallas (BD) are continuing their annual arts education accessibility partnership with the Dallas Independent School District (DISD) for a fourth year.

Dallas Black Dance Theatre's Academy to Present ESPRESSO NUTCRACKER

by Chloe Rabinowitz — December 6, 2023

Dallas Black Dance Academy’s Espresso Nutcracker performance returns for its 6th year.

Dallas Black Dance Theatre Announces New Industry-Leading Mental Health Initiative

by Blair Ingenthron — December 2, 2023

Dallas Black Dance Theatre has announced a new industry-leading mental health initiative.

Dallas Black Dance Theatre Hosts Les Twins Highly Anticipated Dance Workshop Ahead Of Beyoncé's Dallas Renaissance Tour Stop

by A.A. Cristi — September 20, 2023

Dallas Black Dance Theatre (DBDT) will host the Dallas stop of the Les Twins dance workshop tour on Wednesday, September 20th at 5:00PM, a day before they perform with Beyoncé at her Dallas performance of the Renaissance World Tour.