James Harkness

James Harkness

Biography

James Harkness was born in El Paso, Texas, and has been on a diverse journey from dancer to choreographer to director to singer/songwriter, and everything in between. His career has taken him from the west coast to the east, as well as to several continents. From non-paying jobs to the bright starry lights of the Broadway stage, in addition to film and television, he is happy to be a working artist. Broadway credits include Ain’t Too Proud, for which he received a Grammy Award nomination, Aida, and The Color Purple. Film credits include North and The Mend. Television credits include Blue Bloods, Law & Order, and Le James Café. He received a best director nomination for The Color Purple. Instagramr: @ijamesharkness. YouTube: James Harkness.