Me & My Miami Workshop Reading in Miami Florida...WOW!!! It was so wonderful to hear my words as a playwright & visionary come to life. Kudos to Brevotheatre.org , actors, singers, musician, sound, lights and audience. Hats off to the major producers Zaylin Yates and TM Pride. I am so looking forward to directing and choreographing this piece next year. This show will be fully produced the fall of 2025. Stay tuned to Brevotheatre.org For future information. See you in Miami next year.🌴🙂💜 #ThankYouGod #patdroharris #awardwinningdirector #Broadwaychoreographer #Family #Language #Conflict #Understanding #Celebration #BigFun
The Presidential Lifetime Achievement Award! I am the recipient of the Presidential Lifetime Achievement Award!!! OMG!!! I am humbled, surprised and overjoyed by this gesture!! If our lives have crossed in any capacity... In school, at band rehearsal, in the studio dance or music, on stage, backstage, in front of the camera, behind the scenes, in the audience or simply sitting your couch I shout "Thank You" and know that you are a part of this award. You are welcome to leave a comment and be a part of my life's encyclopedia. 🙏🏽🤲🏽💜🙂🌷 #ThankYouGod #patdroharris #Awardwinningdirector #Broadwaychoreographer #Lifetime #Grateful #God #WOW #💜❤️💜
Happy, Happy Birthday to my old boss and friend Stevie Wonder!! Thank you so much for what you do around the world to make it a better place. I appreciate the lessons learned on the road as we travelled the world .I hope your day is just like you... Super amazing. Much love & much respect Happy Birthday Soul Brother!!!👍🏾🎼🙏🏽💜👊🏾💯 #ThankYouGod #patdroharris #Awardwinningdirector #Broadwaychoreographer # StevieWonder #earthday #Blessings #joy #BigFun
If Mayte Natalio is not on someone’s Dominican Day Parade float this summer, Imma be real mad lol! 2 Time #BroadwayChoreographer in the same season @suffsmusical and @ohiomusical! Choreographer for a Tony Nominated Show for Best Musical #SuffsMusical, a @chitaawards WINNER, and I’m not a historian, BUT I believe possibly the FIRST Lead, Broadway Choreographer of #Dominican descent. Mayte, your whole tribe is beaming with PRIDE. You continue to beautifully represent the ancestors, tu familia y la República Dominicana! You are the perfect example of passion meets hard work. CONGRATULATIONS! Te queremos mucho 😘🇩🇴 #MayteNatalio * * * * #ChitaRiveraAward #howtodanceinohio #Broadway #choreographer #choreography #AfroLatina #AfroDominicana #Orgullo #Queens #NYC
FBF Protect your heart... You keep your valuables there. In nature valuable things are hard to get to i.e. diamonds, tantalum, pearls & so on. Use wisdom when uncovering your heart. Kindness is freely given but trust is earned. Think about your heart as the bank account to your soul. What you have is valuable. If you don't treat it like a treasure no one else will. Be intentional about sharing your heart! 💜 #ThankYouGod #patdroharris #Awardwinningdirector #Broadwaychoreographer #Protect #Wisdom #Patience #Joy #BigFun
Auditions!Auditions!Auditions! This past week for Carmen Jones the Musical at Hattiloo Theatre Memphis Tennessee. WOW the talent!!! I feel very fortunate to direct and choreograph this classic. Thank you to all the artists who shared their time, energy and talent. Last year's summer show (The Color Purple) was sold out before it opened don't miss this one. It opens July 26 2024 for more info go to HattilooTheatre.org #ThankYouGod #patdroharris #AwardwinningDirector #Broadwaychoreographer #CarmenJones #Sexy #Fight #Love #BigFun
Here comes another Tony Awards nomination prediction and this time for Best Choreography. Camille A. Brown for “Hell’s Kitchen” Jesse Robb and Shana Carroll for “Water for Elephants” Justin Peck for “Illinoise” Julia Cheng for “Cabaret” Rick and Jeff Kuperman for “The Outsiders” Who else’s choreography stunned you this Broadway season?! • • • • • • @thetonyawards #thetonyawards #tonyawards #bestchoreography #choreography #choreographyofamusical #dance #tonyawardbestchoreography #tonyawardbestchoreography #tonyawardnominees #tonyawardnominations #tonyawardpredictions #broadway #broadwaychoreography #broadwaychoreographer #bway #bwaychoreography #bwaychoreographer #musical #musicalchoreography #musicalchoreographer #hellskitchenbway #waterforelephants #illinoise #cabaret #theoutsiders
Sometimes we have to kick, fight, scream, cry & shout in searching of PEACE. Can you let go of the fight when you receive PEACE? Are you still only fighting every day? Do you recognize PEACE when it comes your way? What is your practice of letting frustration go and let God come in? A good way to add a little PEACE to your life every day is to slow down to the speed of God. Take a deep breath in and exhale... repeat a few times.. Breath in you're grateful & exhael you're thankful. Now walk in your PEACE! 💜🙏🏽👍🏾 #ThankYouGod #patdroharris #awardwinningdirector #Broadwaychoreographer #Fight #PEACE #Love
Making this little fella proud this week.. #broadwaychoreographer
Sometimes you don't know what you can do unless you try it. We want something to be different in our lives but we don't want to change. The only time you know when something's dead is when it refuses to grow. Don't be afraid to try something new. It may look crazy to everyone else except you. Keep working and 1 day you'll blossom like a peacock. You can do it!!! 💪🏾 #ThankYouGod #patdroharris #awardwinningdirector #Broadwaychoreographer #Yes #Yes #Yes #Breathing #Yessomemo! #Bigfun
Let's just kiss and say goodbye! Closing weekend of Storyville "A New Orleans Jazz Musical" at Black Theater Troupe Phoenix Arizona. Thank you, thank you for all of the hard work and trust.... Cast,Crew, Band ,Designers, Staff & Volunteers a heartfelt appreciation I extend to you all!!! Hopefully you've learned some beautiful things about jazz but most importantly about yourself. Until next time... remember to treat the end just like the beginning... Full of energy, full of excitement & full of You! 👍🏾🎹💜🌷💯 #ThankYouGod #patdroharris #AwardwinningDirector #BroadwayChoreographer #Jazz #Joy #BigFun
Level Up Workshop for artist and entrepreneurs sponsor by Black Theater Troupe Phoenix Arizona was FANTASTIC!! We had some beautiful energy in the room and really talented people. We discussed many things doing the workshop but one primary thing was "Time Management". Why are we always so busy for other people and not the same focus for yourselfs??? Can you dedicate 10 or15 minutes a day to work, discover,create, improve something for yourself? The answer is... Yes You Can!!! Don't delay... Start today. LEVEL UP! 👍🏾🤲🏽💪🏾🙏🏽💜🙂 #ThankYouGod #patdroharris #awardwinningdirector #Broadwaychoreographer #Dream #Work #Everyday #Thankful #Love #BigFun
Can I tell you how special this is? Choreographer Edgar Gordineaux and me, Allison M. Williams. #egoconcepts #choregrapher #jellyslastjam #broadway. #broadwaychoreographer #broadwaydancer #singer #actress
Happy Birthday Tommy Tune 🥰 assisting you were the best years of my life 💜 I absolutely love dancing with you every day! #tommytune #broadwaylegend #tonywinner #broadway #musicaltheatre #musicals #mentor #mentorship #dance #dancer #dancers #dancelegend #danceassistant #danceassociate #dancersofinstagram #nycdirector #nycchoreographer #broadwaydirector #broadwaychoreographer #kimberlyschaferchoreography #citycenter #encores #encorescitycenter #nyccitycenter #tapdance #tapdancer #tapdancers
The Piano Lesson closed this past weekend at Black Theater Troupe Phoenix Arizona. Because of your excellent work art got a chance to meet commerce and we set records at the box office. What a privilege to direct this beautiful cast of people and collaborate with the crew, designers and staff. August Wilson taught us some valuable lessons in this show and we are forever grateful. Until we meet again. 🤲🏽🙂🎹🙏🏽🌳 #ThankYouGod #patdroharris #AwardwinningDirector #Broadwaychoreographer #AugustWilson #Family #Faith #BigFun #💜
#Broadwaychoreographer #bwaygatsby
A Royal Arts Charity Gala at the Fox Theater Atlanta Georgia...WOW!!!! I was blessed and honored to be a part of the creative team and direct this entire evening supporting youth in the arts. Kudos to the band, singers, musical director, dancers, host, designers, models, make up artist, catering, production team, and everyone. 🙏🏽 Thank you executive producers Aduke Aremu & Janice Barnett for trusting me with your vision.🤲🏽🙂💯 ps Look for some great news coming soon.😉💜🌻 #ThankYouGod #patdroharris #AwardwinningDirector #BroadwayChoreographer #Vision #Faith #speaklife
Almost 21! Thanks for all the help from then to now! #ThankYouGod #patdroharris #AwardwinningDirector #BroadwayChoreographer #Peacefulman #Grateful #smile #BigFun
Opening Night of The Piano Lesson at Black Theater Troupe Phoenix Arizona was AMAZING!!! What an honor to direct this August Wilson's play with these wonderful actors, creative designers and outstanding crew. Black culture, American culture mixing with the mystical, the magical and the holy are coming together. So we can learn some valuable life lessons. Running now through February 18th for more information go to www.blacktheatretroup.org #ThankYouGod #patdroharris #awardwinningdirector #Broadwaychoreographer #AugustWilson #Family #Love #Blessings #BigFun
Join us for the #triplethreat Krystal Kiran @houseofkiran - actor, director, choreographer and Broadway performer all the way from Canada! Get ready for a little bit of dance, acting, staging leading up to a stunning Musical Theatre presentation following a 12 week introductory course So, put on those dancing shoes and call us on 8122987826 for more details Register now! #musicaltheatre #dancing #staging #acting #broadway #broadwaymusicals #beginner #dancetechnique #broadwaychoreographer #introductorycourse Design credit: @psyyybaba
Happy Birthday Chita Rivera!!! Legendary Broadway actor, singer, dancer and just a all around wonderful human being!!! You have certainly given the world something to shout about and I am glad to shout about you!!! 😁 Happy Birthday! I hope your day was just like you... Fabulous!!! 🌷💜🙂 #ThankYouGod #patdroharris #AwardwinningDirector #BroadwayChoreographer #Legendary #beautiful #Bigfun
FBF Let's Go 2024!!!! I'm so excited for what God has in store for You and for me!!! Work for your future but live in the present.🌷 Not the "was" Not the "if" Always the "is"!!! Slow down enough to find the balance, living at God's speed. It takes practice to be concerned and not worried. I learned that from my mother.Focus on where you want to go and speak life everywhere you go!🗣💜🙂 #ThankYouGod #patdroharris #AwardwinningDirector #BroadwayChoreographer #Blessings #Work #Faith #SacrificevsSatisfied #Balance #Bigfun
ATNY gets visit from Broadway's NEWSIES Choreographer Chris Gattelli. Our Kids Loved it!! @actorstechniqueny #actorstechniqueny #broadwaymusicals #broadwaychoreographer
First week of rehearsal for The Piano Lesson at Black Theater Troupe Phoenix Arizona!!! What a great group of wonderful actors, designers and stage management crew. I have the distinct pleasure to sit, beside August Wilson for a show and chat with him afterwards. And now I get a chance to direct his work.. (What a full circle moment.) Want He do it!!!! 🙏🏽🤲🏽🙂 The show will open February 2nd run through the 18th. For more information go to BlackTheaterTroupe.org #ThankYouGod #patdroharris #AwardwinningDirector #BroadwayChoreographer # Thepianolesson # MusicisHealing #God #blessings #speaklife
THANK YOU 2023!!! Guess Who's Coming To Dinner Hilton Head South Carolina, Summer The Donna Summer Musical , Lawrenceville/Atlanta Georgia, Respect The Musical Phoenix Arizona, The ABC''s of Success Miami Florida, The Color Purple Memphis Tennessee, Fucking A Boston Massachusetts.My heart is full with great appreciation to all the theaters, producers, designer's, actors, musical directors, musicians, stage managers, stage crew, and staff of the many theaters and schools. Thank you for some beautiful collaborations!🌷🌻🌾💐🌼 Art merging with Commerce. Thank you God! 🙏🏽🤲🏽💜🙂💯 No work No eat. I am hungry and excited.... Let's go 2024!!!! www.patdroharris.com #ThankYouGod #patdroharris #AwardwinningDirector #BroadwayChoreographer #Work #Love #Thankful #BigFun
@dancemagazine @karlapunogarcia #25towatch #dancemagazine25towatch @justinpicca @lakey.wolff #broadwaychoreographer
Let’s leap into this Holiday Season!! Josh Bergasse @ripleygrierstudios 💥 . . . . . . . #broadway #broadwaychoreographer #dancephotography #dancephotographer #dancephotoshoot #promoshoot #upintheair #photooftheday
A rant. How To Dance In Ohio is open. And I am so full. Many years ago I began to understand the kind of artist I was and wanted to be. I wasn’t really attracted to things that already existed and were already established hits. I wanted new, challenging, experimental and chancy, no matter how big or small (I might be a masochist LOL). I wanted process. I wanted to be in rooms where I would leave smarter and with an increased emotional IQ. I wanted/want to collaborate with people whose work and minds and hearts I was attracted to. I wanted/want to be in rooms where my voice matters and is desired. I want to be kinda “nervous, excited and anxious… but also ALIVE!”😉 • • The fact that I get to work in imaginary worlds while the real world often seems like it’s on fire, is surreal. I think of James Baldwin speaking of how he felt guilt when he was not on the front lines of the civil rights movement like his friends Medgar, Martin and Malcom, but then realized that he was meant to bear witness. I always hold on to that. My job is to bear witness and hopefully tell stories that reflect ALL parts of humanity. It will never be perfect and we’ll get a lot maybe most of it wrong but the parts we get right will make strangers sit together and laugh, cry, gasp, think differently and feel seen. • It took me a while to believe that I actually have a very serious and important job. Dance is important, theatre is important, joy is important and fun is important. I don’t take this responsibility/privilege lightly. I can be quite intense about it actually. And that’s ok. And now here we are. And I really mean WE. I couldn’t do it without my family and chosen family (check the last slide to see the greatest group of crazies that ever were). I couldn’t do it without a beautiful cast and a compassionate and tireless team of collaborators. More on all of them in my next post. But for now, here are some opening night pics of my Broadway Debut in my very serious and important job. @ohiomusical #choreographer #broadwaychoreographer #howtodanceinohiothemusical
Happy Opening Fucking A at Boston University College of Fine Arts Boston Massachusetts. What an honor to be a visiting professor and direct this Incredible show. It's always a blessing when I get a chance to touch the future... students you all are amazing!!! On the stage and behind the scenes quality work everywhere. Kudos to your professors!!! There is no argument for excellence! Go A-Team!!! 💪🏾🙂 #ThankYouGod 🙏🏽 #patdroharris #AwardwinningDirector #BroadwayChoreographer #highdrama #Blood #Sweat #Tears #Breathe🌻
Creating memories🥹 * * * #dance #love #dupree #upsurgedanceco #growth #improvement #dancesisters #family #lyricaldance #tapdance #hiphop #broadwaychoreographer
Thank You Thank You Thank You... Everyone for the Birthday Love it was deeply appreciated and needed. You all put a smile on my face that came from the joy that was in my heart. 😁 May God bless you richly for being a blessing. Much love, much respect & many thanks! 🙏🏽 💜🙂🌻💯 # ThankYouGod #patdroharris #AwardwinningDirector #BroadwayChoreographer #BostonBirthday #Grateful #BigFun
The Magic City Classic 2023! 75 years of American history. Alabama State University versus Alabama A&M University.What a great time to celebrate football,HBCU marching bands and beautiful black southern culture. Congratulations to Dr Oliver, Staff and the Mighty Marching Hornets of Alabama State! As I've learned at ASU "There's no argument for Excellence!!! Go Hornets!!!💪🏾🖤💛✌🏾💯 #ThankYouGod #patdroharris.com #AwardwinningDirector #BroadwayChoreographer #DrumMajor #MightyMarchingHornets #AmericanHistory #Blessings #BigFun
First week of rehearsal for "Fucking A" at Boston University Boston Massachusetts. What a great bunch of well polished students. Performing artist and designers as well. I get the privilege to direct and choreograph this wonderful show. The faculty and students help to put a smile on Boston's face. They are Amazing!!! It is always a blessing when I get a chance to touch our future.🤲🏽 Thank you Boston University College of Fine Arts for this golden opportunity. 🌼The show runs December 7th-10th. 🌷 BU College of Fine Arts. #ThankYouGod🙏🏽 #patdroharris #AwardwinningDirector #BroadwayChoreographer #Fight #Family #Love #GoA-Team #BigFun
National Dance Day!!! I am so glad to be in a community of movers and shakers. Dance comes in many forms and styles and we celebrate them all!!! Maybe you're not a dancer but the sense of movement you want to have with you for the rest of your life. So keep that body moving. While you still can.😉 Raise your arms ,kick your legs and bend over and shake your tail feather. 🪶🙂💯 #ThankYouGod #patdroharris.com #awardwinningdirector #BroadwayChoreographer #Dance #Sweat #Joy #Beauty #BigFun
Thank You to The Color Purple at Hattiloo Theater Memphis Tennessee!!! What an outstanding run of this show. Congratulations to the cast, crew, band, designers and staff. Kudos to Memphis and surrounding areas for closing out a sold out show. To the cast you guys were amazing to work with. It was a joy to come in every day and see your faces. Keep moving forward and remember your PHD. Go Team Purple... Until next time.💜🤲🏽🙂 #ThankyouGod #patdroharris #Awardwinningdirector #broadwaychoreographer #TheColorPurple #Love #BigFun
Sometimes your biggest fight is with yourself. Life can put a lot of things on your plate.. Just because they're on your plate it does not mean you suppose to eat everything. You can't save the whole world. Even though we hope and wish that we could.😇 Hope is a good thing but we live in reality. Don't allow the same triggers to stop you from moving forward. Tell yourself the truth about yourself. And know that's a starting point & not your final destination. Get out of your own way! Allow yourself to change not only your words but your behavior. You deserve it!!! 🤲🏽💪🏾🙏🏽💚 #ThankyouGod #patdroharris #Awardwinningdirector #BroadwayChoreographer # Breathe #Selfcare #love #changeisgood #BigFun
Happy Birthday Whitney Houston!!! You have absolutely blessed the world with your gifting. What a wonderful talent and a beautiful person. I know the ancestors are singing Happy Birthday to you right now.🙂 "I will always love you." Rest well my sister.🙏🏽 #ThankyouGod #patdroharris #Awardwinningdirector #BroadwayChoreographer #WhitneyHouston #BeautifulMusic #BeautifulYou #Joy #rip
The Audition Workshop was Wonderful!!! Thank you Hattiloo Theatre & the people of Memphis Tennessee. Thank you to everyone who came out!!! 🙏🏽 We got a chance to cover a lot of good information that will hopefully help your careers...ie "Don't allow your emotions to dictate your Behavior" " Research information about the audition that makes you feel more comfortable" " Walk in the audition room with confidence & remain flexible." Your approach to the work can be a game changer!!! Work like hell, Stand in "Your" Power and Speak Life to the World! Until next time...🤲🏽 👍🏾💪🏾💜 #ThankYouGod #patdroharris.com #AwardwinningDirector #BroadwayChoreographer #faith #work #dream #sweatEquity #Joy #BigFun
Calling all Platinum Competition dancers grades 4 and up! Next week, the extremely talented @giuseppebausilio will be teaching a workshop onsite. Giuseppe is an actor, dancer, and singer who has performed on Broadway and for Chicago theater. He has also toured nationally for both Billy Elliot and Hamilton. If you are a Competition dancer who is interested in attending this workshop, please email [email protected] for more information and to register ⭐️ #platinumdance #minneapolisdance #competitiondance #weareplatinum #edina #danceworkshop #broadwaydance #broadwaychoreographer #choreography
Opening Night of The Color Purple @ Hattiloo Theatre Memphis Tennessee was AMAZING !!! Congratulations to the Cast,Crew,Band, Designers, & Staff. Go Team Purple 💜 The entire run is SOLD OUT thanks to the city of Memphis, surrounding areas and the many supporters of the arts. Beautiful Art made with Beautiful People!!! What a JOY it was coming to work to direct and choreograph this show every day! Thank you God for another opportunity to tell a Beautiful Black American Story. Running now through August 20th.2023 HattilooTheatre.org #ThankYouGod #patdroharris.com #awardwinningdirector #BroadwayChoreographer #Joy # Beautiful #Excellent #Love #BigFun
Thank You HattilooTheatre.org for this wonderful opportunity to meet & speak with the people of Memphis Tennessee. I will share with them and they will share with me. They will get some inside information about directing and choreographing this iconic SOLD OUT musical. The wonderful Cast and Crew are Amazing!!! Come and learn some Industry secrets. 🙂 Hopefully I'll see you there Monday July 10th 2023 at 5 PM @ 37 Cooper St. Memphis Tennessee. Go Team Purple!💜 www.patdroharris.com #ThankyouGod #patdroharris #Awardwinningdirector #broadwaychoreographer #TheColorPurple # PushtheButton #Thankful #BigFun
Don't be afraid of your destiny! Life comes with a lot of twist and turns. If it's not a blessing, it's a lesson... Learn what you are supposed to learn the first time and Keep Moving Forward!!! Be selective about what & who you give your energy to. State the problem one time and state the solution 10 times.( Live in the solution) Every day we breathe helps us to be who we are. Speak life to your situation and Yourself!!! Thank you God for what seems to be the good, the bad and the awesome!!! Look for the good because it is looking for You! 👀 🙂🤲🏽🙏🏽💪🏾💚 #ThankYouGod #www.patdroharris.com #awardwinningdirector #BroadwayChoreographer #vision #focus #Faith #smile #sharethelove❤️
1st rehearsal for The Color Purple at Hattiloo Theater Memphis Tennessee. WOW.... What an amazing start to this iconic show. It is my privilege and honor to direct and choreograph this powerful show. Kudos to the cast, crew, designers and staff on an excellent start. Did I mention the 1st 2 days of rehearsal and this show is SOLD OUT!!!!! 🙏🏽There may be additional shows added and there is a waiting list please check with the Box Office for updated information HattilooTheatre.org. Thank you Memphis!!! 💜 #ThankYouGod #patdroharris #Awardwinningdirector #BroadwayChoreographer # TheColorPurple #WeAreHere #Beautiful #Bigfun
Great Workshops @ Brevotheatre.org in Miami, Fort Lauderdale and surrounding areas. Kudos to all participants ....you did an outstanding job!!! I hope all that sweat was worthwhile...lol. Many thanks to TM Pride and Zaylin Yates for allowing me to touch the future. Many blessings on a successful summer!! #ThankyouGod #patdroharris #Awardwinningdirector #BroadwayChoreographer #PHD! #BigFun
The A*B*C of SUCCESS!!" Sunday June 11th in Fort Lauderdale Florida. Come and elevate Your Art, Your Brand & Your Company...A one day exclusive workshop with Patdro Harris. How does your art, talent, passion, & skill increase your income? Are your feelings dictating the behavior of your career? Are you ambitions bigger than your location? Come to this workshop I got some great strategy planned for you. Advice is never to tell you what to do but to show you more opportunities... that you can choose from. For more information go to Brevotheatre.org * An attitude of gratitude builds the bridge to the next blessing. Let me be a bridge for you. 🤲🏽 www.patdroharris.com #ThankyouGod #patdroharris #award-winningdirector #broadwaychoreographer #Blessings # Honestwork #Love #BigFun
TBT Someday's life is so Beautiful & some days it's hard to put all the pieces together. Some are too high ,some are too far, & some just hurt too much. Thank God for a reason to hurt and a reason to Care. That's a great reminder that you are a good human being. 🙂 Don't isolate yourself and think that you are the only one. Find a community of people or a person that you can share and trust your heart with. Greater is the spirit of God in you than what's in the world. Smile from the inside out. Don't let that thing dim your light. Let your light Shine!!!! 💥💜🤲🏽 #ThankyouGod #patdroharris #awardwinningdirector #BroadwayChoreographer # AreasontoSmile #BeautifulYou
Auditions for The Color Purple Hattiloo Theatre Memphis Tennessee. WOW... It is my extreme pleasure to direct and choreograph this iconic musical. Thank you to all the artists who came out and shared their talent, energy, time, effort & wonderful spirit. I am so blessed to be invited around the country just to give people jobs. Thank you Hattiloo Theatre for this amazing opportunity. The show opens July 28th of 2023. Go to hattilootheatre.org for more information. GoTeam Purple 💜 #ThankyouGod #patdroharris.com #Awardwinningdirector #broadwaychoreographer #TheColorPurple #Work #Grateful #BigFun
Wishing a very happy birthday to our dear friend and faculty member, Otis Sallid! 🥳 🎂 🎉 Thank you for your dedication to arts education and for sharing so much love and wisdom in every class you teach. Otis is directing our Los Angeles program this summer, don’t miss your chance to work with this legend! ⭐️⭐️⭐️ #otissallid #blackhistory #choreographer #broadwaychoreographer #choreography #broadwaydreams #losangeles #dance #dancelegend #dancer
Did you know that we are back at WAKE FOREST UNIVERSITY for our summer programming? We are so excited to be back and hope to see you all there! ✨ We are accepting digital submissions now until all spots are filled. Click the audition link in our bio to learn more! Questions? Email us at [email protected] OR send us a DM! #theperformingartsproject #mistakemakingfactory #wakeforestuniversity #digitalauditions #summerprogram #theperformingartsproject #wicked #choreographer #broadwaychoreographer #tpap #auditiontechniques #wickedonbroadway #howtoaudition #explore #openauditions #allegianceonbroadway #auditionseason #actingtips #actinghowto #dancinghowto #singinghowto #auditions #dowhatyoulove #liveintentionally
Happy Closing Weekend for RESPECT in Phoenix Arizona and THE DONNA SUMMER MUSICAL in Lawrenceville Georgia. Thank you Cast, Crew, Band and Staff of Aurora Theater and Black Theater Troupe. What an honor and a privilege to direct and choreographed these 2 wonderful musicals. I am so thankful to God that my dreams are walking around in broad daylight.Thank you everyone 🙏🏽 Until we meet again good people.always remember... "There's no argument for excellence!!" #ThankYouGod #patdroharris #Awardwinningdirector #BroadwayChoreographer #ThankYou #💜
Thank you God!!! The 1st quarter of 2023 I was blessed to direct 3 shows & choreograph 2. Guess Who's Coming to Dinner in South Carolina... Summer The Donna Summer Musical in Georgia ... Respect The Musical in Arizona. Kudos to everyone involved from the largest task to the smallest!!! 🙏🏽 Yes, it was crazy good work, some complicated situations & a lot of different personalities. Holding on to my inner peace was key and walk in a attitude of gratitude. Whatever profession you're in...the people who solve problems will always have a job.$ Sometimes you may find yourself in some uncharted waters stay focused on the task. Always do your best, just never stop there... Keep working until the task is completed! 👍🏾💯💜. #ThankyouGod #patdroharris #Awardwinningdirector #broadwaychoreographer #Work #Sleep #Goodattitude #Water #Blessings #Bigfun
THIS WEEK ON BROADWAY NATION! My guest this week is Sunny Stalter-Pace whose wonderful new book is titled: IMITATION ARTIST — GERTRUDE HOFFMANN'S LIFE IN VAUDEVILLE AND DANCE. And I am happy to say that the book covers her life on BROADWAY as well. As you will hear, Gertrude Hoffmann is another of those dynamic women who played key roles in the invention of the Broadway Musical but unfortunately have mostly fallen out of the history books, and are nearly forgotten today. Not only was she a scandalous and transgressive Broadway dancing star, she was also a producer, writer, director, and the first woman to choreograph a Broadway show — or at least the first to be credited for doing so. Her world-famous troop of Gertrude Hoffman Girls established a template for Broadway dance ensembles that is still very much with us today. Beyond Broadway her influence and innovations extend into the worlds of Ballet, Night Clubs, Vaudeville, and Modern Dance. In this episode Sunny shares with us how Gertrude Hoffmann grew up in the vibrant theatrical world of late 19th CenturySan Francisco, and became a noted performer there while still in her teens. Soon after, she joined a traveling show that takes her to NYC, and meets her soon to be husband — music director and composer, Max Hoffman, who goes on to compose music for 12 Broadway shows. Gertrude Hoffmann was a trusted colleague and key collaborator with almost all the legendary figures of early Broadway including Florenz Ziegfeld, Oscar Hammerstein I, the Shubert Brothers, and George M. Cohan. She also mentored, collaborated with and/or feuded with many of the biggest stars of the era including The Dolly Sisters, George White, Charlotte Greenwood, Eva Tanguay, and Anna Held. Sunny Stalter-Pace is an Associate Professor of American Literature at Auburn University. It is my great pleasure to join with her to give some long overdue recognition to this important figure in the development of early 20th century show business. Easts are found inclu@broadwaypodcastnetwork! @stalterpace @sunnystalterpace #broadway #musicals #musicaltheatre #dance #choreographer #broadwaychoreographer #vaudeville #theatre
Summer...The Donna Summer Musical at Aurora Theater Lawrenceville Georgia is "Hot Stuff!!!! A lot of amazing people involved in this exciting production. 3 of those people attended Alabama State University, Desir'e Gaston,Ajia Northern & Patdro Harris . Go ASU!!! I am so fortunate and blessed to direct and choreograph this absolutely splendid show. It's running now through April 9th. See you there!!!For more information go to www.auroratheatre.com. #ThankYouGod #patdroharris #AwardwinningDirector #BroadwayChoreographer #DonnaSummer #Love #BigFun
Opening Weekend of the Musical RESPECT at the Black Theater Troupe Phoenix, Arizona was Powerful!!!! What a pleasure to direct and choreograph this wonderful piece of art. Thanks to all the Designers, Cast, Crew Music Director, Band, staff & a special shout out to Associate Director and Choreographer Karen Davis Jones.. I couldn't have done it without you!! 💜 What would be the soundtrack of your life? Outstanding music with a powerful message... you don't want to miss it. Running now through April 9th 2023 for more information go to www.blacktheatrettoupe.org Happy Woman's Month 🙏🏽💪🏾👍🏾 #ThankyouGod #patdroharris #AwardwinningDirector #BroadwayChoreographer #Respect #Women #Powerful #BeautifulMusic #BigFun
Opening Night for Summer the Donna Summer Musical at Aurora Theater Lawrenceville Georgia was outstanding!!!! It was an absolute pleasure for me to direct and choreograph this wonderful piece of art. Congratulations to the designer's ,production team, the Cast ,the Crew ,the band and the staff. You don't want to miss this " HOT STUFF "running now through April 9th. For more information go to www.auroratheatre.com #ThankyouGod #patdroharris #awardwinningdirector #BroadwayChoreographer #HotStuff #Grateful #Faith #Joy
Hell yeah! Look at her go! @jenniferriascannon I love you! I have a front row seat to the meteoric rise of an incredibly talented artist. Big dreams coming true! #broadwaychoreographer #bigdreams #broadway #broadwaymama
Keep Moving Forward Wonderful People!!! We will meet each other on Victory Road. I will look and see you and smile and I hope you smile back. Much love and much respect ,💪🏾👍🏾🙏🏽💜💯 #ThankYouGod #patdroharris #AwardwinningDirector #BroadwayChoreographer #Win #Fight #beleiveinyourself #Faith #Joy #BigFun
Happy Opening to this amazing woman!!! @adollshousebway opens tonight. Choreography by @jenniferriascannon . #broadwayopeningnight #adollshouse #broadwaychoreographer #followyourdreams
Summer the Donna Summer Musical at Aurora Theater Lawrenceville,Georgia. Man, you talking about beautiful energy galore on our 1st day of rehearsal with this amazing cast and crew... WOW! I'm so excited to be directing and choreographing this magical funky musical. Donna Summer the Queen of Disco dance, dance, dance!!! If you're looking for some "HOT STUFF" get tickets to see this show!!! March 16th through April 9th www.auroratheater.com #ThankYouGod #patdroharris.com #AwardwinningDirector #BroadwayChoreographer #DonnaSummer #Dance #Disco #BigFun
Opening Night for Guess Who's Coming to Dinner at the Art Center of Coastal Carolina Hilton Head Island ,South Carolina was FANTASTIC!!!! Thank you so much Cast, Crew Designers, Staff and my friend Todd Kreidler the playwright. It was an honor and a privilege to direct your words. What lovely people to work with, while creating beautiful art. What do you do with uninticipated love? The show runs from now until February 19th 2023. For more information go to. www.artshhi.com #ThankYouGod #patdroharris #awardwinningdirector #broadwaychoreographer #Love #Choice #Beautiful #BigFun
FBF Sometimes you have to put your effort and concentration on You!!! Making the world a better place start with You! Oftentimes life can be like a refrigerator.... You have to stop, cleaning it out replenish it, Put good healthy stuff in it. So you'll have something to share with others. Store some Joy in the freezer so you can pull it out at the right time. Love, Joy and Success starts from the inside out. You got this!💪🏾🙏🏽💜 #ThankYouGod #patdroharris #awardwinningdirector #broadwaychoreographer #faith #Work #Better #Joy #Bigfun
Moving into our 3rd week with Guess Who's Coming to Dinner at the Art Center of Coastal Carolina Hilton Head Island South Carolina. How are you dealing with surprises? When things go wrong just know that "You" don't have to go with it. If your goal is to keep moving forward this year make that more important than any smaller issue that comes up to temporarily block your path. Say "quack quack" and allow it to roll off your back. And keep Moving Forward.🙏🏽 See you at the show for more information go to www.artshhi.com. #ThankYouGod #patdroharris.com #award-winningDirector #BroadwayChoreographer #Quackquack #focus #Joy #work #smile #BigFun
Rest in Peace Peggy Hickey @thepeggyhickey #restinpeace #peggyhickey #directorchoreographer #choreographers #broadwaychoreographer #gentlemansguidetoloveandmurder #anastasia #astaireawardnominee #dramadesknominee #becknewpollution #mtvmusicaward #bradybunchmovie #danceeducators #hectorguerrero #hectorguerrerodance
I recently had the pleasure to work along side Andy Blankenbuehler helping to set his piece Remember Our Song on @grapidsballet! This is the second time setting the piece but the first to be working in the studio with him and a cast. It was a masterclass in style, direction and artistry to say the least. Thank you to @jimsofranko for your hospitality and trust, and to @ddryjablack for all your kindness, encouragement and laughs. Also to the beautiful cast of dancers, thank you for your hard work and dedication. Most of all thank you Blank for allowing me to grow with this piece and trusting me with your vision…again. #dancer #GrandRapidsBallet #ballet #balletmeetsbroadway #jazz #swing #Broadwaychoreographer #backinthemidwest
Be Ready, Be Ready, Be Ready! You just never know when opportunity is going to come knocking on your door. Get dressed up, put your best foot forward, and hold your head up high. How is your attitude? Don't compete, don't compare, and don't complain. Stay centered in your peace. God has a blessing with your name on it.🤲🏽🙏🏽💚 #ThankYouGod #patdroharris #awardwinningdirector #broadwaychoreographer #keepgoing #faith #breathe #loveyourself #Bigfun
Guess Who's Coming to Dinner at the Art Center of Costa Carolina Hilton Head Island South Carolina We are into our 1st week and rolling along. I feel so fortunate to work with this amazing Cast,Crew ,Designers. WOW , I get to direct this landmark piece of art. God is good!!!! Make sure you feed your body, mind & soul something good. Don't let your circumstances dictate your attitude. Keep looking for the good because it is looking for You!!!The show opens February 3rd 2023 for more information go to www.artshhi.com. #ThankYouGod #patdroharris.com #awardwinningdirector #broadwaychoreographer #beleiveinyourself #trust God #smile #Joy #BigFun
Aim high in the New Year!!! I hope you and yours are doing well. Be prepared to step out of your comfort zone this year. If you want a new, fresh and different result in your life...you have to do something different. You can do it!! This may sound odd but you may have to switch your focus... From trying to be successful to always being consistent. You may be pleasantly surprised with the results! Don't despise your humble beginnings, celebrate every step. Do a little something towards your goal every day. 💪🏾 #ThankYouGod #patdroharris.com #awardwinningdirector #broadwaychoreographer #Everyday #Celebrate #BigorSmall #Speaklife #Bigfun
My amazing wife @jenniferriascannon continues to amaze me!!! Congratulations babe! #Broadwaychoreographer #Broadway #Dreambig #Cannoncrew142
Happy Closing Night for A Gift of Love with Adam L Mcknight at the Alliance Theater Atlanta Georgia. What a beautiful affirmation of life... this wonderful show!!! Kudos to all involved.. band, vocalist, musical director, guest artist, designer's, crew and staff. Thank you Adam L Mcknight for opening up the your life of music and storytelling to the world. I appreciate and respect the trust; you gave me to direct and put my creative juices into your show. 🙏🏽 I hope during and after the holidays we all can remember this one line from "A Gift of Love"... We all share the same skin, human! Have a beautiful and safe holiday. ❤🤍💚 #ThankYouGod #patdroharris #awardwinningdirector #BroadwayChoreographer #AGiftofLove #Joy #Faith #Family #trust #Love #Bigfun
Happy Winter time from Minnesota!!! Saint Paul Minnesota Very cold city but beautifully warm people. Wherever you are I hope you adding some good "hot love" to your situation.😜 #ThankYouGod #patdroharris #awardwinningdirector #BroadwayChoreographer #The Cold #BringHeat # Beautifulpeople #BigFun
Opening Night for A Gift of Love with Adam L Mcknight at the Alliance Theater Atlanta Georgia... was Outstanding!!! Congratulations to the vocalist ,band, guest artist, crew and of course you "the audience." What a supreme pleasure to direct this wonderful musical journey. Come see the show it's a great date night, Date with yourself, a date with friends or with that special someone. Come join us ...at alliancetheater.org for more information. Now through December 23rd 2022 #ThankYouGod #patdroharris #awardwinningdirector #BroadwayChoreographer #OpeningNight #AGiftofLove #Joy #Faith #Speaklife #BigFun