To enrich the community, share thought provoking narratives, and create nurturing environments through the arts.
Cultivating an artistically conscious community, through innovative and accessible performances that celebrate humanity and the power of storytelling.
Brévo Theatre, a dynamic 501(c)(3) organization founded by Zaylin Yates and Terrence Pride at Florida A&M University, is dedicated to amplifying diverse voices in theatre. Known for captivating audiences with thought-provoking performances, Brévo has quickly become a driving force in South Florida’s artistic landscape. With productions that delve into pressing social issues and celebrate the richness of Black narratives, Brévo is more than a theatre company—it’s a movement.
The theatre has brought to life powerful works like Tarell Alvin McCraney’s The Brothers Size, in collaboration with Island City Stage, and closed their inaugural season in 2022 with Funnyhouse of a Negro by Adrienne Kennedy. Amidst the challenges of the COVID-19 pandemic, Brévo responded with Protest Art, a compelling virtual dance series highlighting racial injustice. The series included Hope For Tomorrow, commissioned by the prestigious Adrienne Arsht Center, illustrating Brévo’s innovative approach to storytelling and their dedication to impactful, accessible art.
In addition to these productions, Brévo has taken bold steps to spark important conversations. Their staging of American Son by Christopher Demos-Brown featured an engaging talkback titled 2 Shades of Black: An Exploration of Biracial Identity, with the playwright himself. This dedication to sparking dialogue and reflection is woven into every Brévo production.
Supported by generous sponsors like the Warten Foundation, Miami Dade County Department of Cultural Affairs, The OurFund Foundation, The Miami Foundation, Broward Cultural Division, Community Foundation of Broward, and the Florida Department of State, Brévo Theatre continues to provide a vital platform for emerging playwrights, actors, dancers, and directors. Each season offers audiences a diverse, inclusive experience that challenges perceptions and champions the transformative power of the arts.
Whether you’re a theatre enthusiast, a supporter of the arts, or simply curious about the stories shaping today’s world, Brévo Theatre invites you to join in. Be part of an unforgettable journey that celebrates diversity, explores identity, and ignites conversation through exceptional storytelling and performances.
Founding Managing Director / CEO
Zaylin Yates is the Founding Managing Director of Brévo Theatre, an incorporated 501(c)(3) nonprofit committed to amplifying the voices of young Black artists and providing a platform to the unheard by highlighting up-and-coming playwrights, actors, dancers and directors, by offering a diverse entertainment experience through color-blind casting. In his current role, Zaylin works as the Manager of Community Engagement at the Adrienne Arsht Center for Performing Arts of Miami Dade County, where he creates meaningful community-building experiences for the citizens of Miami-Dade County and South Florida through active learning and live theatrical experiences. Zaylin also serves on the Heritage Committee at the Arsht Center, a program dedicated to celebrating black artists in the South Florida community.
Zaylin is a proud alumnus of Florida A&M University where he obtained his M.B.A, B.S. in Business Administration, and B.A. in Theatre Performance. Over the past 10 years, Zaylin has both produced, directed, and performed, in various productions throughout the Southeast including “Detroit ’67”, “The Colored Museum”, and “Legally Blonde: The Musical”. Zaylin thrives in bringing out the best in all artists by presenting honest characters and truthful stories. Zaylin is the recipient of the Joel A. Crane Golden Spirit Award, as well as, a member of Progressive Black Men Inc., and Phi Mu Alpha Sinfonia Fraternity of America. Zaylin is proud to be a South Florida Legacy 40 Under 40 and ICABA, Salute to Men Who Lead, Honoree. Additionally, Zaylin received the “Community Trailblazer” award presented by Lead With Your Art.
“If you want to go fast, go alone. If you want to go far, go together”. – African Proverb
Producing Artistic Director
Terrence “TM” Pride is a native of Quincy, Florida, and a graduate of Florida A&M University in theater performance and dance. He received his Master of Education in Urban Education from Florida International University in 2022. He has choreographed over 60 pieces of work, including musicals and dance recitals. A man of many talents; director, choreographer, dancer, costume designer, and teacher. Terrence can be seen on the stage or behind the camera; Rialto Theatre’s American Black Princess, HBO’s Love Craft Country are two of his most recent productions. He completed his third year as a principal dancer with Peter London Global Dance Company in 2022.
His career as a professional teaching artist began in 2012, as the director of the arts program for 21st Century Fun2Learn Camp for four years in Gadsden County. He continued his work in arts administration at the Joan Kroc Atlanta Theater Camp, Florida Studio Theatre in Sarasota, FL, Apalachee Tapestry School of the Arts in Tallahassee, FL, Ailey Camp Miami at the Adrienne Arsht Center, and lastly Dillard Center for the Arts in Fort Lauderdale. Terrence curated Definitive Arts: Arts Integrated Education, lessons for the classroom teacher infuse common core with fun and energetic elements of drama and dance! As a scholar and advocate for cultural and arts education, he aspires to create safe and nurturing spaces for arts and cultural exploration and representation through theater and dance.
Through his involvement with local and state grant committees, The E.A.T.N. Project, which connects communities and schools, and the South Florida Afro Pride organization which promotes health and wellness amongst the black LGBTQAI+ community, Terrence is actively engaged in community and collaboration. Recently, T.M. Pride received the Sara Spencer Child Drama Award from the Southeastern Theatre Conference for his dynamic and engaging work for young people.
For more visit: TerrencePride.com.
Zaylin Yates
President / Treasurer
Terrence Pride
Vice President
Lakeisha Frith
Member
Austin Gaskin
Member
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