Dahlak Brathwaite has received the inaugural Micki Grant Artist Residency at Off-Broadway's York Theatre. The program supports early career theatremakers from communities that are historically underrepresented in the American theatre.

Said York's Interim Associate Artistic Director Debra Walton, “This is a milestone moment for The York Theatre and for the Micki Grant Artist-in-Residence Program. It is an absolute honor to launch this initiative and to select our very first resident artist. Micki Grant’s groundbreaking contributions to theatre continue to inspire generations, and this program strives to be a testament to her enduring impact. We are beyond excited to provide a platform for an artist whose work reflects the innovation, passion, and excellence that Micki embodied. We were deeply moved by the incredible talent, passion, and vision shared by every artist who applied. Their work and dedication to the craft is inspiring, and we are so grateful for their participation. This program is just beginning, and we look forward to continuing to celebrate and support artists who are pushing the boundaries of theatre!" 

Brathwaite is an award-winning playwright, composer, director, filmmaker, and performer. His work has been presented at BAM, The Kennedy Center, The Apollo, The Wallis, REDCAT, and on HBO’s last two seasons of Russell Simmons Presents Def Poetry. His musical adaptation of Jason Reynolds’ Long Way Down premiered at Olney Theater Center, breaking box-office records. His latest work COMMERCIAL has been developed and presented at the Public Theater. Brathwaite is a Princess Grace Award winner, and he has received awards and support from NEFA, Creative Capital, the Doris Duke Foundation, the U.S. State Department, and MAP Fund. He is a graduate of NYU’s Graduate Musical Theatre Writing Program, where he was awarded the Dean’s full-tuition fellowship, and served as the assistant director for the national tour of the Tony-winning revival of Oklahoma!

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