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BIO

Stage credits include Broadway productions of Sarah Ruhl’s 'In the Next Room or the Vibrator Play' and Lisa Kron’s 'Well'; Off-Broadway productions of 'Be the Death of Me' and 'In the Footprint' with The Civilians where she is an Associate Artist, 'The Wii Plays' at Ars Nova, 'Shipwrecked! An Entertainment' at Primary Stages and 'A Long and Happy Life' at New York Stage and Film and The Vineyard Arts Project. Regionally she has been seen in 'Veils' at Portland Stage Company, 'Twelfth Night' at Westport Country Playhouse (Broadway World Award Nominee.), 'Ruined' at Arena Stage (Helen Hayes Award Nominee.), 'No Child… 'at Hartford Theaterworks (2 Connecticut Critics Circle Awards) 'Joe Tuner’s Come and Gone' at Baltimore Centerstage, 'Well' at Huntington Theatre and Arena Stage, 'A Raisin in the Sun' and 'The Royal Family' at Oregon Shakespeare Festival and 'Twelfth Nigh't with LA Women’s Shakespeare Company. Her film credits include 'Wild Canaries', 'The English Teacher' and 'The Wrestler.' On television Donnetta has had recurring roles on AMC’s 'Rubicon' and NBC’s 'Mercy' and 'L&O: SVU' and guest starring roles on 'Blue Bloods', 'The Blacklist', 'A Gifted Man', 'Law and Order', 'L&O:CI' and 'The Sopranos.' As a playwright, she is the inaugural recipient of the Doric Wilson Independent Playwright Award, is a terraNova Collective Groundbreakers Playwright alum and her play The Review or How to Eat Your Opposition is a 2013 Eugene O’Neill Theater Center National Playwrights Conference Finalist. www.donnettagrays.com

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STAGE CREDITS

[Broadway]
Lincoln Center Broadway Revival Production, 2022
Fitzpatrick

Ensemble

[Off-Broadway]
Mobile Unit Production, 2017
Feste

[Off-Broadway]
Playwrights Horizons Off-Broadway Production, 2016
Performer

[Off-Broadway]
World Premiere, 2013
Performer

Performer

[Broadway]
Original Broadway Production, 2006
Others (Understudy)

and others (Understudy)

Kay (Understudy)


Awards and Nominations

Drama League Awards - 2020 - Distinguished Performance Award

Donnetta Lavinia GraysWhere We Stand

Helen Hayes Awards - 2012 - Outstanding Supporting Actress, Resident Play

Donnetta Lavinia GraysRuined

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Ojai Playwrights Conference Announces Actors, Directors, And Dramaturgs For 2024 New Works Festival

Ojai Playwrights Conference has announced the full roster of artists for its 27th Annual New Works Festival to be held August 1 - 4 in Ojai, CA.
2024 New York Independent Theater Honorary Award Recipients Announced!

The League of Independent Theater has announced the 2024 New York Independent Theater Award recipients, highlighting exceptional leadership, service, and artistry in the indie and off-off Broadway community.
The South Carolina New Play Festival Reveals Cast For Upcoming Lineup

The South Carolina New Play Festival has announced casting for several upcoming productions. Learn more about the lineup here!
Alabama Shakespeare Festival Unveils Seven Productions for 2024-25 Season

Alabama Shakespeare Festival reveals its 2024-25 season lineup, featuring a diverse mix of classic and contemporary plays, musicals, and family-friendly performances. Learn how to purchase tickets.
Joshua Henry, Caissie Levy, Kara Lindsay & More to Join 2024 WP Theater Gala

WP Theater has revealed the presenters and performers for its 2024 Annual Gala. See who is taking part and learn how to purchase tickets.
SC New Play Festival to Present Works From Gwon, Grays, Cabaret from Boykin, and More

The South Carolina New Play Festival has announced the 3rd annual festival. It will take place over four days, starting on Thursday, August 8, and will feature a wide range of musicals, plays, town halls, an outdoor variety stage, and will culminate in a Cabaret featuring Tony-nominee Phillip Boykin (Hadestown) on August 11.  
WHERE WE STAND Comes to Boston Next Month

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Rick Dildine Named Next Artistic Director of Children's Theatre Company

Children’s Theatre Company (CTC) has named Rick Dildine to be their new Artistic Director. Dildine will assume the post on July 1, 2024.
Rick Dildine Named Next Artistic Director of Children's Theatre Company

Children’s Theatre Company (CTC) has named Rick Dildine to be their new Artistic Director. Dildine will assume the post on July 1, 2024. He replaces Peter C. Brosius, who will depart CTC on June 30, 2024 after 27 years leading the organization.
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The New Harmony Project Now Accepting Applications For 2024 Conference

The New Harmony Project announced that it is now accepting applications for the 37th annual conference to be held May 22-June 2, 2024.
Alabama Shakespeare Festival Reveals First New Southern Canon Commissions

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Photos: Audible Celebrates Pride with Alison Bechdel's DYKES TO WATCH OUT FOR

Just last week in celebration of Pride Week, Audible presented a special one-night-only event, “Alison Bechdel’s Dykes to Watch Out For - One Night Stand,” at Minetta Lane Theatre. Check out photos from inside the big night!
Photos: Inside Opening Night of LAST NIGHT AND THE NIGHT BEFORE at Steppenwolf Theater

 Steppenwolf Theatre Company continues its 47th season with the Chicago premiere of Donnetta Lavinia Grays’ Last Night and the Night Before, a moving exploration of love – Black, queer, familial – and what must be sacrificed to raise a child. Check out photos from opening night here!
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Video: Get a First Look at LAST NIGHT AND THE NIGHT BEFORE at Steppenwolf Theatre

Get a first look at footage of Donnetta Lavinia Grays’ Last Night and the Night Before at Steppenwolf Theatre Company.
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Photos: Go Inside Rehearsals for LAST NIGHT AND THE NIGHT BEFORE at Steppenwolf

Check out rehearsal photos for Steppenwolf Theatre Company's Last Night and the Night Before.
LAST NIGHT AND THE NIGHT BEFORE Chicago Premiere to be Presented at Steppenwolf This Spring

Steppenwolf Theatre Company is continuing its 47th season with the Chicago premiere of Donnetta Lavinia Grays’ Last Night and the Night Before, a moving exploration of love – Black, queer, familial – and what must be sacrificed to raise a child.

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

How many Broadway shows has Donnetta Lavinia Grays been in?

Donnetta Lavinia Grays has appeared on Broadway in 2 shows.

How many West End shows has Donnetta Lavinia Grays been in?

Donnetta Lavinia Grays has not appeared in the West End.

What awards has Donnetta Lavinia Grays been nominated for?

Donnetta Lavinia Grays has been nominated for the Distinguished Performance Award at the Drama League Awards for her work in Where We Stand. She has also received a nomination for Outstanding Supporting Actress in a Resident Play at the Helen Hayes Awards for her performance in Ruined.

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