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Danai Gurira BIO

She is best known for her starring roles as Michonne on the AMC horror drama series The Walking Dead (2012–2020) and as Okoye in the Marvel Cinematic Universe superhero films Black Panther (2018), Avengers: Infinity War (2018), and Avengers: Endgame (2019).

Gurira is also the playwright of the Broadway play Eclipsed, for which she was nominated for a Tony Award for Best Play. Gurira has also been nominated for a Pulitzer Prize for Drama for her play In The Continuum, which she also co-wrote and starred in.

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Danai Gurira STAGE CREDITS

[Off-Broadway]
Shakespeare in the Park Production, 2022
Richard III

[Broadway]
Lincoln Center Revival, 2009
Martha Pentecost

[Off-Broadway]
2005
Performer

Danai Gurira Productions

 
[Off-Broadway, 2015]
Writer

Writing

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Aisha Jackson, LaChanze & More to Take Part in 2024 TCG Gala: OUR STORIES

Theatre Communications Group has revealed the performers for the 2024 TCG Gala: Our Stories, which will be held on Monday, March 11, 2024, at The Edison Ballroom. See who is taking part and learn how to purchase tickets.

Primary Stages Announces 2024 Fresh Ink Reading Series And Playwriting Cohort

Explore the 2024 Fresh Ink Reading Series and Playwriting Cohort announced by Primary Stages. Discover new talents and upcoming plays in the world of Broadway.

Ang Lee, Corey Stoll and Madison Love to be Honored at NYU Tisch School of the Arts' 2024 Gala

New York University’s Tisch School of the Arts will honor world-renowned film director Ang Lee, critically acclaimed film, television and Broadway actor Corey Stoll, and multi-platinum singer and songwriter Madison Love. Learn more about the honorees and about the gala!

Bear McCreary Unveils 'The Singularity'

On Wednesday, May 8, Image Comics will release the ambitious graphic novel companion to the album, created by McCreary with Mat Groom and produced by Black Market Narrative. The multiformat event begins with the premiere of the first single from the album, “Type III” (feat. Rufus Wainwright), available everywhere now.

Liesl Tommy to be Honored at NYTW 2024 Gala; Shoshanna Bean, Brandon Victor Dixon & More to Appear

New York Theatre Workshop's 2024 Gala will honor theater and film visionary Liesl Tommy. Learn more about the gala and about Tommy!

Lin-Manuel Miranda Resumes 'Movies at the United Palace' Series With ARISTOTLE & DANTE DISCOVER THE SECRETS OF THE UNIVERSE Talkback

Lin-Manuel Miranda is kicking off the 2024 'Movies at the Palace' series with the launch of their 'Movies We Missed' lineup. Miranda will participate in a post-screening conversation for Aristotle and Dante Discover the Secrets of the Universe, a 2023 film he co-produced. Find out more about the event and how to get tickets now!

The Public Theater Sets Traveling Free Shakespeare in the Park Schedule for Summer 2024

The Public Theater will present GO PUBLIC! A Festival of Free Shakespeare in the Park, featuring a suite of free summer programming taking place across all five boroughs. Learn more about The Public's summer 2024 season.

Run Boy Run Productions to Present READING IN BLACK - A STAGE READING SERIES

This reading series celebrates Black Theater, Writers, and Actors. Featuring 'Topdog/Underdog' by Suzan-Lori Parks and 'Eclipsed' by Danai Gurira. Also, 'Mental Prison' by Ra Wilson, Demetrius Ford, Antoine K. Stroman, Henderson Sealy, and Allen Clark.

Video: AMC Debuts THE WALKING DEAD: THE ONES WHO LIVE Trailer

Stars Andrew Lincoln and Danai Gurira return as the beloved TWD characters “Rick Grimes” and “Michonne” in the highly anticipated next series in the Walking Dead Universe. The Walking Dead: The Ones Who Live presents an epic love story of two characters changed by a changed world. Kept apart by distance. By an unstoppable power. Watch the video!

Harry Lennix and Tamara Tunie Join the Cast of Steppenwolf's PURPOSE

Harry Lennix (The Blacklist, The DC Universe) and Tamara Tunie (Law & Order: SVU, I Wanna Dance with Somebody) will join the cast of its world premiere of Steppenwolf Theatre Company's Purpose.

Charles Busch, Judy Kaye, Jen Cody & More to Star in IBSEN'S GHOST at George Street Playhouse

George Street Playhouse in association with Primary Stages has revealed the complete cast for IBSEN’S GHOST: An Irresponsible Biographical Fantasy, a new play written by and starring Tony Award nominee Charles Busch.

David Rockwell, Brian Anthony Moreland & More to be Honored at Theatre Communications Group Gala

Theatre Communications Group's 2024 TCG Gala: Our Stories will honor ​architect and designer David Rockwell, Broadway producer Brian Anthony Moreland, director Schele Williams, and The Shubert Foundation.

Gabby Beans, Samuel Henry Levine & More to Star in JONAH at Roundabout Theatre Company

Roundabout Theatre Company has revealed the complete cast for the world premiere of Jonah by Rachel Bonds, directed by Danya Taymor.

Plays & Players Theatre to Present WORLDS APART: A READING SERIES This Month

Plays & Players Theatre will present WORLDS APART: A Reading Series, featuring a diverse lineup of plays that spotlight the construct of distance in Philadelphia, PA. Get all the details here!

Theresa Rebeck's DIG Extended For Two Weeks at Primary Stages

Dig, a new play written and directed by Pulitzer Prize finalist Theresa Rebeck (Bernhardt/Hamlet, Downstairs at Primary Stages), has been extended for two weeks. Learn how to purchase tickets!

Photos: Taraji P. Henson, Noah Centineo & More Arrive on the Red Carpet for JAJA's AFRICAN HAIR BRAIDING

Check out photos from the opening night red carpet of Jaja’s African Hair Braiding, written by Jocelyn Bioh.

Photos: JAJA's AFRICAN HAIR BRAIDING Cast Celebrates Opening Night

It's been a big week at the Samuel J. Friedman Theatre, where MTC just celebrated opening night of Jaja’s African Hair Braiding. Check out photos from the after party here!

Andy Karl, Orfeh, Javier Muñoz & More to Join Primary Stages 39th Anniversary Gala

Get all the details about the upcoming Primary Stages 39th Anniversary Gala, where Kate Hamill and Beth Blickers will be honored. Find out when and where this star-studded event will take place. Plus, catch performances by Judy Gold, Andy Karl, and Orfeh.

Photos: Inside A BRIEF INTERMISSION, Celebrating the Delacorte Theater

The Public Theater's special, one-night-only event, A BRIEF INTERMISSION, was held on Wednesday, September 6 at The Delacorte Theater in Central Park. BroadwayWorld was there and you can check out photos here!

Stand Up to Cancer Celebrates More Than $795 Million Pledged Over 15 Years of Impact

Celebrities lending their support for this year’s fundraising special included Elizabeth Banks, Jessica Biel, Don Cheadle, Katie Couric, Danai Gurira, Tony Hale, Ken Jeong, Queen Latifah, Maria Menounos, Julianne Moore, Tig Notaro, Jimmy Smits, Eric Stonestreet and Justin Timberlake. In the U.S., SU2C is still gratefully accepting donations.

Danai Gurira FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

Danai Gurira has appeared on Broadway in 1 shows.

Danai Gurira has not appeared in the West End.

Danai Gurira has been nominated for several awards, including the Sam Norkin Award at the Drama Desk Awards, Outstanding Production of a Broadway or Off-Broadway Play at the Drama League Awards for "Eclipsed," Outstanding New Broadway Play at the Outer Critics Circle Awards for "Eclipsed," Outstanding New Off-Broadway Play at the Outer Critics Circle Awards for "Familiar," Best Play at the Tony Awards for "Eclipsed," The Charles MacArthur Award for Outstanding New Play or Musical at the Helen Hayes Awards for "Eclipsed," Outstanding Lead Actress, Non-Resident Production at the Helen Hayes Awards for "In the Continuum," and the John Gassner Playwriting Award at the Outer Critics Circle Awards for "In the Continuum."

Danai Gurira has won several awards, including the Sam Norkin Award at the Drama Desk Awards, The Charles MacArthur Award for Outstanding New Play or Musical at the Helen Hayes Awards for "Eclipsed," Outstanding Lead Actress, Non-Resident Production at the Helen Hayes Awards for "In the Continuum," and the John Gassner Playwriting Award at the Outer Critics Circle Awards for "In the Continuum."

Danai Gurira has written 2 shows including In the Continuum (Author), The Convert (Playwright).

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