Spectrum Dance Theater

Spectrum Dance Theater Spectrum Dance Theater (SDT) was founded in 1982 to bring dance to a diverse audience. Plans for national and international touring continue to grow.
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Under Donald Byrd’s visionary artistic leadership since 2002, the organization has embarked on an exhilarating transformation that has attracted world-class dancers, produced some of the most avant-garde works in contemporary dance, and generated local and national praise. In addition to its Mainstage productions at The Moore Theatre, SDT launched in February 2006 its first STUDIO SERIES at the Madrona Dance Studios.

05/26/2026

Thank you for joining us for The Insidious Trilogy.

To everyone who attended, supported, donated, volunteered, collaborated, and helped bring this production to life—we are deeply grateful. This work would not exist without the many people who believe in the importance of live performance, courageous storytelling, and spaces where artists and audiences can gather together in reflection and dialogue.

Thank you to our extraordinary Company dancers, production team, guest artists, volunteers, donors, and community supporters who gave their time, energy, artistry, and care throughout this process. Bringing together Strange Fruit, Grief, and Targeted as one complete trilogy was years in the making, and it was only possible through our collective work!

Thank you for showing up, engaging with the work, and helping us continue to create and sustain bold, contemporary performance in Seattle.

More soon!

Three works. Over seven years in the making. One final performance.Tomorrow is your last opportunity to experience The I...
05/24/2026

Three works. Over seven years in the making. One final performance.

Tomorrow is your last opportunity to experience The Insidious Trilogy at On the Boards.

For over seven years, Artistic Director Donald Byrd has developed this ambitious body of work confronting the enduring legacy of racial violence, systemic oppression, and historical erasure in America. Bringing together Strange Fruit, Grief, and Targeted, the trilogy stands as the centerpiece of Spectrum Dance Theater’s season and a powerful exploration of storytelling through contemporary performance.

This work asks audiences to lean in and engage.

📅 Final Matinee Performance (Grief & Targeted) — Sunday, May 24th
⏰ 2:00PM
📍 On the Boards | 100 W Roy St. Seattle, WA

🎟️ Tickets available now
https://www.spectrumdance.org/the-insidious-trilogy

Seeing The Insidious Trilogy this weekend? Here’s everything you need to know before you arrive.From parking and ticketi...
05/23/2026

Seeing The Insidious Trilogy this weekend?
Here’s everything you need to know before you arrive.

From parking and ticketing to arrival times and performance details, swipe through for important information to help make your visit smooth and enjoyable.

We’re looking forward to welcoming you to this powerful weekend of performances

📍 On the Boards. 100 W Roy St. Seattle, WA
📅 May 22–24, 2026
🎟️ Limited tickets remain! https://ci.ovationtix.com/36947/production/1247156

Thank you KOMO News Holly Menino for having us! Opening night is here and we’re looking forward to experiencing the Tril...
05/22/2026

Thank you KOMO News Holly Menino for having us! Opening night is here and we’re looking forward to experiencing the Trilogy with everyone this weekend!

Spectrum Dance Theater and Artistic Director Donald Byrd are bringing "The Insidious Trilogy" to the stage with a three-part performance.

Two days until The Insidious Trilogy premieres!After more than seven years of development, Artistic Director Donald Byrd...
05/21/2026

Two days until The Insidious Trilogy premieres!

After more than seven years of development, Artistic Director Donald Byrd brings together Strange Fruit, Grief, and Targeted for the first complete presentation of this powerful trilogy.

This weekend, Spectrum Dance Theater takes the stage with work that confronts memory, racial violence, grief, resistance, and the realities still shaping our present moment.

Three works. One unflinching vision.

📍 On the Boards
📅 May 22–24, 2026
⭐ Full trilogy performance: Saturday, May 23

🎟️ Get your tickets today!
https://www.spectrumdance.org/the-insidious-trilogy

Three works. Over seven years in the making. One unflinching vision.This Friday, The Insidious Trilogy opens at On the B...
05/19/2026

Three works. Over seven years in the making. One unflinching vision.

This Friday, The Insidious Trilogy opens at On the Boards.
Learn more: https://www.spectrumdance.org/the-insidious-trilogy

For over seven years, Artistic Director Donald Byrd has developed The Insidious Trilogy—an ambitious body of work confronting the enduring legacy of racial violence, systemic oppression, and historical erasure in America.

Bringing together Strange Fruit, Grief, and Targeted for the first time as one complete presentation, The Insidious Trilogy stands as the centerpiece of our season and a timely exploration into storytelling through contemporary performance.

The Insidious Trilogy asks audiences to lean in and engage.

📅 May 22–24, 2026
On the Boards | 100 W Roy St. Seattle, WA
⭐ Full trilogy performance: Saturday, May 23

🎟️ Tickets available now https://www.spectrumdance.org/the-insidious-trilogy



1-3: Strange Fruit (2019) by That Davis Girl Photography
4-6: Grief (2024) by Daniel Olbrych
7-9: Targeted (2023) by Nate Watters

6 days until The Insidious Trilogy arrives in Seattle.Over one weekend, Spectrum Dance Theater presents three powerful w...
05/16/2026

6 days until The Insidious Trilogy arrives in Seattle.

Over one weekend, Spectrum Dance Theater presents three powerful works—Strange Fruit, Grief, and Targeted—confronting racial violence, memory, grief, and the lasting impact of historical erasure through contemporary dance and dance/theater.

This is the first time the trilogy will be presented together in Seattle.

📍 On the Boards
📅 May 22–24, 2026
⭐ Saturday features the complete trilogy experience

Join us for a weekend of bold performance and urgent storytelling.

🎟️ Tickets available now https://www.spectrumdance.org/the-insidious-trilogy

Where history and movement collide.The Insidious Trilogy brings together three works—Strange Fruit, Grief, and Targeted—...
05/09/2026

Where history and movement collide.

The Insidious Trilogy brings together three works—Strange Fruit, Grief, and Targeted—that confront racial violence, memory, grief, and the ongoing consequences of historical erasure.

Presented over one weekend only, this trilogy asks audiences not simply to watch, but to engage with the histories and realities still shaping the present moment.

📍 On the Boards
📅 May 22–24
🎟️ Tickets on sale now: https://www.spectrumdance.org/the-insidious-trilogy

This season invites reflection on memory, truth, and resistance.Stay tuned for updates on performances March through May...
01/14/2026

This season invites reflection on memory, truth, and resistance.

Stay tuned for updates on performances March through May as we continue Season 2025/26 at Spectrum Dance Theater.

🎟 Tickets + updates: https://spectrumdance.org/company/

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800 Lake Washington Boulevard
Seattle, WA
98122

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Monday 9am - 9pm
Tuesday 9am - 9pm
Wednesday 9am - 9pm
Thursday 9am - 9pm
Friday 9am - 9pm
Saturday 9am - 5pm
Sunday 9am - 12pm

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