Dontavious Harris

Dontavious D. Harris is an award-winning actor, singer, and performer based in North Carolina. Known for his strong stage presence, vocal versatility, and ability to bring depth and authenticity to every role, he has built a reputation as a dynamic performer in musical theater, drama, and live entertainment. Recent credits include Matt in The Fantasticks, Seaweed J. Stubbs in Hairspray, Harpo and the Preacher in The Color Purple, Malcolm in The Message, and Schroeder in You’re a Good Man, Charlie Brown. His work has earned multiple BroadwayWorld nominations and two BroadwayWorld Awards. In addition to acting, Harris is an accomplished vocalist, music director, and recording artist performing under the name Dondréll. His extensive background in music enhances his storytelling abilities on stage, allowing him to connect deeply with audiences through both spoken word and song. A passionate advocate for arts education, Harris serves as a Performing Arts Teacher in Gaston County, where he develops young performers in acting, music, and stagecraft. Whether performing in a musical, dramatic production, film project, or concert setting, he brings professionalism, heart, and a genuine love for the craft to every opportunity.