Five landmark works take the stage November 6-7 at the Dee & Charles Wyly Theatre, with on-demand streaming available through November 9

Supported by Presenting Sponsor Texas Instruments and Choreography Sponsors The Dallas Foundation and the National Endowment for the Arts

Dallas Black Dance Theatre opens its 50th anniversary season with a weekend of performances, live music and a daytime marketplace at Klyde Warren Park

Season opens October 9-10, 2026 with DanceAfrica at Moody Performance Hall; tickets now on sale

With the agreement ratified by both organizations, AGMA has lifted its Do Not Work Order against DBDT

Ahead of its milestone 50th season, nationwide search selects Kristie Patton Foster to lead Dallas’ oldest and largest professional dance company

PRISMATIC, May 15-16, Brings New Works on Grief, Memory, and Legacy to the Dallas Arts District

 April 17-18 at Moody Performance Hall; Featuring works from nationally renowned choreographers Christopher L. Huggins, Harrison McEldowney, Christen Reyes and Kevin Iega Jeff

New Funding, Combined with Recent Texas Instruments Foundation Grant, Brings More Than $1.15 Million in Critical Funding as DBDT Advances Leadership Transition and Modernization Efforts

Investment to Sustain Organizational Infrastructure and Support Leadership Transition at One of the Nation's Largest Black Dance Companies

Free Access Available to Title I Schools Statewide; Reduced-Cost Access for All Other Educational Providers Throughout February

Cultural Awareness Series Returns Valentine's Weekend (February 13-15, 2026) at the Dee & Charles Wyly Theatre; Featuring Powerful Tributes to Nina Simone, Dr. Martin Luther King Jr., and African Heritage

Dallas Black Dance Theatre (DBDT) is continuing its annual virtual arts education accessibility partnership with the Dallas Independent School District (DISD) for a sixth year.

Advised by President Emeritus of John F. Kennedy Center of Performing Arts, Five-Member Committee Includes Recognized Nonprofit Leaders and Board Leadership

Black on Black returns December 5 & 6 at DBDT Studios, followed by the beloved family tradition Espresso Nutcracker December 13 at the Majestic Theatre

Reyes, who has previously danced with DBDT: Encore! and served as the Company’s Artistic Assistant, brings nearly 15 years of exceptional dance, education and leadership experience to the role

Freeman, who has served as Interim Artistic Director for the Company's recently completed 48th season and current 49th season, brings visionary leadership and deep commitment to DBDT's mission

November 7 & 8, 2025; Featuring three world premieres from Krystal Butler, Nycole Ray and Christen Reyes

October 3 & 4, 2025; Featuring special guests, SOLE Defined from Washington, D.C. and the premiere of a commissioned work by T. Ayo Alston (Ayodele Drum & Dance)  

49th Season Features World Premieres and Celebrated Works as Company Approaches Historic 50th Anniversary