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David Byrne’s American Utopia brings the critically acclaimed Broadway show to HBO in a one-of-a-kind film directed by Oscar and Emmy-winner Spike Lee. Recorded during its run at Broadway’s Hudson Theatre in New York City, David Byrne is joined by an ensemble of 11 musicians, singers, and dancers from around the globe, inviting audiences into a joyous dreamworld where human connection, self-evolution, and social justice are paramount.
Original Release
09/10/2020
US Release
10/17/2020
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Cast
Name | Character |
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Jacqueline Acevedo | Self - Percussion |
Gustavo Di Dalva | Self - Percussion |
Daniel Freedman | Self - Percussion |
Chris Giarmo | Self - Vocals / Dance & Vocal Captain |
Tim Keiper | Self - Percussion |
Tendayi Kuumba | Self - Vocals / Dance |
Karl Mansfield | Self - Keyboard & Band Leader |
Mauro Refosco | Self - Percussion & Drum Section Leader |
Stephane San Juan | Self - Percussion |
Angie Swan | Self - Guitar |
Directors
Writers
Cast
Name | Character |
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Jacqueline Acevedo | Self - Percussion |
Gustavo Di Dalva | Self - Percussion |
Daniel Freedman | Self - Percussion |
Chris Giarmo | Self - Vocals / Dance & Vocal Captain |
Tim Keiper | Self - Percussion |
Tendayi Kuumba | Self - Vocals / Dance |
Karl Mansfield | Self - Keyboard & Band Leader |
Mauro Refosco | Self - Percussion & Drum Section Leader |
Stephane San Juan | Self - Percussion |
Angie Swan | Self - Guitar |
Bobby Wooten Iii | Self - Bass |
David Byrne | Self |
Producers
Name | Role |
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David Byrne | Executive Producer |
Spike Lee | Executive Producer |
Meredith Bennett | Executive Producer |
David Bither | Executive Producer |
Len Blavatnik | Executive Producer |
Kristin Caskey | Executive Producer |
Patrick Catullo | Executive Producer |
Charlie Cohen | Executive Producer |
Kurt Deutsch | Executive Producer |
Mike Isaacson | Executive Producer |
Jon Kamen | Executive Producer |
David Linde | Executive Producer |
Sue Naegle | Executive Producer |
Bill Pohlad | Executive Producer |
Dave Sirulnick | Executive Producer |
Jeff Skoll | Executive Producer |
Diane Weyermann | Executive Producer |
Christa Zofcin Workman | Executive Producer |
Maureen Paglia | Producer |
Justin Realmuto | Producer |
Alec Sash | Producer |
Editors
Trailers
Clips
Behind the Scenes
Year | Type | Category | Won |
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2021 | Emmy | Outstanding Variety Special (Pre-Recorded) | Nominated |
2021 | Emmy | Outstanding Directing for a Variety Special | Nominated |
2021 | Emmy | Outstanding Music Direction | Nominated |
2021 | Emmy | Outstanding Variety Special (Pre-Recorded) | Nominated |
2021 | Emmy | Outstanding Sound Mixing for a Variety Series or Special | Won |
2021 | Emmy | Outstanding Lighting Design/Lighting Direction for a Variety Special | Won |
2021 | Emmy | Outstanding Technical Direction, Camerawork, Video Control for a Special | Nominated |