2015 IAF Winner, Allen Brown Davidson III
By: Grace Robinson –
Individual Artist Fellowship, Music/Theater
Memphis native, Allen “Beau” Davidson is an internationally known recording artist, songwriter and actor. Since becoming involved in music at a young age, Davidson has worked to use his talents for a positive influence. In addition to recognition for numerous roles onstage and appearances and performances on TV and radio, he earned a regional EMMY nomination for his music video, “Blessed.” He incorporates his melodic voice and southern tenacity to support numerous nonprofit organizations and movements which he plans to continue to do with the IAF award.
Davidson attended Northwester University where he earned his BFA from the School of Music in Chicago in vocal performance/opera, as well as a political science degree. His most recent project is “Tear Down All The Walls,” a collaborative effort with Think Kindness nonprofit to promote the removal of interpersonal barriers.
The Individual Artist Fellowship awards professional artists who have exhibited excellence in their discipline of choice. For more information, click here.