"A blockbuster, a buoyant cure for what ails you. A solid, entertaining evening."-The Deseret News
"A truly spectacular dance show, you will be tapping your feet along with some of the best tap dancing to be found."-Americantowns.com
Elton John's AIDA
Directed by Tim Threlfall
Choreographed by Deanna Dys
"Like Father, Like Son", an extravagant production number with its dinstinctly angular choreography will be many an audience's favorite number."-Salt Lake Tribune
"A one of a kind experience"- The Spectrum
"One particular highlight to the show was "My Strongest Suit" by Deanna Dys. It was incredible.- Daily News
DISNEY'S NEW STAGE MUSICAL ALADDIN
PRE-BROADWAY REGIONAL PREMIERE
Directed by Scott Anderson
Choreographed by Deanna Dys
"The fantastic choreography by Deanna Dys made Arabian Nights my favorite opening to any Disney Musical, and that level of quality carried all through the show, from the big show stopping numbers to the emotional ballads." -Aladdinmusicalblogspot.com
Great choreography, this theatre production is world class in every way."-Aladdinblogspot.com
A dazzling treat for the eyes."-TripAdvisor.com
A dazzling magic carpet ride."- Salt Lake Tribune
THE GOLDEN LAND
OFF BROADWAY REVIVAL
AWARD WINNING NATIONAL YIDDISH THEATRE
Drama Desk Nomination for Best Musical Revival
Directed by Bryan Wasserman
Choreographed by Deanna Dys
CRITICS PICK- New York Post
"Will leave you twirling in the streets>" The New York Times
"Stirring and charm-filled show." Simplyshowbiz.com
PINE CONE MOMENT
World Premier Off Broadway
Written by Alan Zweibel
Directed by Fred Berner
Choreographed by Deanna Dys
"A goofy, romantic, sometime joyously antic confection, dancing up a storm to "The Lonely Goatherd" from "The Sound of Music." If polka be the food of comedy, play on. - The New York Times
"Not only is there a sensitive director (Fred Berner) but a choreographer (Deanna Dys) who put the cast through their paces with empathy as well as joy. Perhaps it is not giving away too much to point out that dancing goes on in both the Howe and Zweibel one-acts, making the joint observation that often life, no matter how complicated it gets, serves up much to dance about. - The Huffington Post
"By turns touching and amusing, "Pine Cone Moment" may be the only work to use "The Lonely Goatherd" from "The Sound of Music" in a deeply romantic way. - The New York Post
THE FULL MONTY
Denver Post Nomination for BEST CHOREOGRAPHY
Colorado Theatre Guild Henry Award Nomination for BEST CHOREOGRAPHY
Denver Post Ovation Award
Denver Post Nomination for Outstanding Musical
"Inspired Choreography" -The Daily Camera
"Deanna L. Dys shapes the choreography to the heights of elegance".-Colorado Backstage
"The choreography is a challenge and Deanna Dys meets the test. It was the most fun I have had at the Arvada Center". Westword
CRAZY FOR YOU
National Tour
(produced by Kevin McCollum and Jeffrey Seller)
Canadian Tour
(produced by Fourquest)
International Tours in Germany and Switzerland
(produced by Bosch Concerts)
Atlantic City, Sands Casino
Numerous Regional Productions
Directed and Choreographed by Deanna Dys
"The choreography is the heart and soul of the production"- Atlantic City Star Ledger
"Deanna Dys stages the production with a Ziegfeld like architecture"- Syracuse News
"A glorious tap extravaganza"- Sacramento Bee
"What makes the show shine is Deanna Dys'
inventive Direction and choreography thanks to high energy,
fast paced jazz and tap ensemble numbers."- Salt Lake Tribune
"The choreography is exhilarating to behold."- Riverfront Times
"Exceptional choreographic work and so thrilling
that it steals the show". Effervescent production."- Brevard Culture
STATE FAIR
Dallas Theatre League Nomination for BEST CHOREOGRAPHY
Dallas Column Award Nomination for BEST CHOREOGRPHY
Directed by Tom Briggs
Choreographed by Deanna Dys
"One of the strongest elements of this production is Deanna Dys' exquisite choreography."- TalkinBroadway.com
"The entire cast bursts at the seams with high energy and eye-popping talent as they expertly execute Dys' hand and knee slapping choreography with rousing success." -John Garcia, The Column
THEATRE REVIEWS
ANNIE
Directed by Scott Anderson
Choreographed by Deanna Dys
"Sassy choreography. There is enough energy generated onstage to inspire the young girls in the audience, and even this reviewer, to want to sing "Tomorrow, Tomorrow", all the way home.- Salt Lake Tribune
"Energetic Choreography"- Deseret News
PIRATES OF PENZANCE
Palm Beach Opera
Directed by Alan Paul
Choreographed by Deanna Dys
"The staging is musically and theatrically first rate. Deanna Dys' fast paced choreography put the singers through their paces. There was not a dull moment in this high gloss production. Great entertainment, a lively reinvention of a classic filled with joy and wit".---South Florida Classical Review
"Choreographer Deanna Dys did a good job of letting the energy inhabit her steps. Both director Alan Paul and Dys gave the look of the performance bustle without mania which worked admirably well.---Palm Beach Arts Paper
THE MUSIC MAN
St. Petersburg Opera Company
THEATRE TAMPA BAY AWARD FOR OUTSTANDING DIRECTOR
THEATRE TAMPA BAY NOMINATION FOR OUTSTANDING CHOREOGRAPHY
Directed and Choreographed by Deanna Dys
"Outstanding performances. A spirited, skillful, dance ensemble."
"Exhuberent, Lavish, and Enjoyable Show"- THE TAMPA BAY TIMES
"Full out, lively production"
"Deanna Dys does an inventive job, and the storytelling is clear and concise.I am looking in on a living, breathing community.""
-BROADWAY ALL THAT CHAT
"Marvelous group numbers. The dance ensemble is the show stealer"
"A strong, well paced production".
BROADWAYWORLD.COM
"The show is so accomplished and so much fun. It's a gamble attempting to breathe new life into something so well-worn but director-choreographer Deanna Dys has pulled it off and then some".
"Impeccably choreographed and danced with happy abandon"
