Ngozi Anyanwu
Ngozi Anyanwu is an actor, playwright whose BroadwayWorld credits include Good Grief, War, and The Monsters.
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Chibuba Osuala, Brittany Bradford, ensemble member Jon Michael Hill, Directing Observer Sheila Kwake and Costume Designer Yvonne L. Miranda (center) Playwright Ngozi Anyanwu, (back, l to r) Voice Coach Marie Ramirez Downing, Choreographer and Cultural Consultant Adesola Osakalumi, Director Awoye Timpo, Dialect and Intimacy Consultant Maya Vinice Prentiss, Dramaturg Arminda Thomas, Directing Observer Christopher Michael Richardson, Igbo Consultant Kachi Mozie and understudy Brendan White
Date:
11/07/2024
From: Photos: LEROY AND LUCY Opens At Steppenwolf Theatre Company
STAGE CREDITS
Productions
Writing
Writer
Playwright
Awards and Nominations
Outer Critics Circle Awards - 2026 - Outstanding Direction of a Play
Ngozi Anyanwu, The Monsters
Videos
THE MONSTERS Trailer Released Ahead of La Jolla Playhouse World Premiere
by Robert Diamond - 2026-06-07 11:49:17
Video: Watch a Clip From LEROY AND LUCY at Steppenwolf Theatre Company
by Stephi Wild - 2024-11-05 09:24:33
LEROY AND LUCY World Premiere, NOISES OFF & More Announced For Steppenwolf's 2024/2025 Season
by Joshua Wright - 2024-03-13 13:29:34
VIDEO: SEVEN DEADLY SINS Opens in NYC's Meatpacking District - Show Extension Announced!
by Chloe Rabinowitz - 2021-06-30 11:46:19
News
Onyekachi Iwu Wins 2026-2027 Paula Vogel Playwriting Award
by A.A. Cristi - Oct 14, 2026
Vineyard Theatre named Nigerian American playwright Onyekachi Iwu as the recipient of the 2026-2027 Paula Vogel Playwriting Award, which includes a cash prize and yearlong residency.
by A.A. Cristi - Oct 14, 2026
Vineyard Theatre named Nigerian American playwright Onyekachi Iwu as the recipient of the 2026-2027 Paula Vogel Playwriting Award, which includes a cash prize and yearlong residency.
National Black Theatre Reveals 2026 SOUL Series LAB Residents
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Sep 30, 2026
National Black Theatre has revealed the five artists selected for its 2026 SOUL Series LAB (Liberating Artistic Bravery) cohort, supporting the development of new work and the careers of Black playwrights, directors and producers.
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Sep 30, 2026
National Black Theatre has revealed the five artists selected for its 2026 SOUL Series LAB (Liberating Artistic Bravery) cohort, supporting the development of new work and the careers of Black playwrights, directors and producers.
THE MONSTERS to Make Regional Premiere at Dallas Theater Center
by Stephi Wild - Sep 30, 2026
Dallas Theater Center will present the regional premiere of THE MONSTERS, a play about sibling reconnection in the MMA world, written by Ngozi Anyanwu and directed by Delicia Turner Sonnenberg.
by Stephi Wild - Sep 30, 2026
Dallas Theater Center will present the regional premiere of THE MONSTERS, a play about sibling reconnection in the MMA world, written by Ngozi Anyanwu and directed by Delicia Turner Sonnenberg.
UNDERSIEGE to Present Collective Work of Black Women Voices
by Rachel Stone - Sep 22, 2026
National Black Theatre will present UNDERSIEGE, a staged reading featuring work from over 35 playwrights including Danai Gurira and Suzan-Lori Parks, at the Studio Museum in Harlem as part of the Fall of Freedom initiative.
by Rachel Stone - Sep 22, 2026
National Black Theatre will present UNDERSIEGE, a staged reading featuring work from over 35 playwrights including Danai Gurira and Suzan-Lori Parks, at the Studio Museum in Harlem as part of the Fall of Freedom initiative.
Awoye Timpo, Ngozi Anyanwu and More to Join New York Theatre Workshop WORKS IN PROGRESS Summer Salon
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Jul 16, 2026
New York Theatre Workshop will launch a second summer in residence at Vineyard Arts Project and a “Works In Progress” Summer Salon. NYTW has expanded its summer residency partners to include Vineyard Arts Project on Martha’s Vineyard.
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Jul 16, 2026
New York Theatre Workshop will launch a second summer in residence at Vineyard Arts Project and a “Works In Progress” Summer Salon. NYTW has expanded its summer residency partners to include Vineyard Arts Project on Martha’s Vineyard.
Video: THE MONSTERS at La Jolla Playhouse First Look
by Joshua Wright - Jun 8, 2026
La Jolla Playhouse has shared a new clip from its current world premiere production of THE MONSTERS, offering a closer look at the sibling drama that opened earlier this month at the Mandell Weiss Forum in La Jolla, California.
by Joshua Wright - Jun 8, 2026
La Jolla Playhouse has shared a new clip from its current world premiere production of THE MONSTERS, offering a closer look at the sibling drama that opened earlier this month at the Mandell Weiss Forum in La Jolla, California.
THE MONSTERS Trailer Released Ahead of La Jolla Playhouse World Premiere
by Robert Diamond - Jun 7, 2026
Playwright Ngozi Anyanwu stars alongside Sullivan Jones in THE MONSTERS, a new play about estranged siblings reunited through the world of mixed martial arts, exploring forgiveness and family at La Jolla Playhouse in 2026.
by Robert Diamond - Jun 7, 2026
Playwright Ngozi Anyanwu stars alongside Sullivan Jones in THE MONSTERS, a new play about estranged siblings reunited through the world of mixed martial arts, exploring forgiveness and family at La Jolla Playhouse in 2026.
Review: THE MONSTERS at La Jolla Playhouse
by ErinMarie Reiter - Jun 6, 2026
“The Monsters” delivers thrilling fight sequences, but its greatest strength lies in the family story at its center. Whether you're an MMA fan or not, the play's emotional punches land with equal force.
by ErinMarie Reiter - Jun 6, 2026
“The Monsters” delivers thrilling fight sequences, but its greatest strength lies in the family story at its center. Whether you're an MMA fan or not, the play's emotional punches land with equal force.
Contest: Win Tickets to THE MONSTERS at La Jolla Playhouse
by Michael Major - Jun 1, 2026
Enter for a chance to win a pair of tickets to The Monsters at La Jolla Playhouse. BroadwayWorld is giving away a pair of tickets to two winners. Submit now to see this acclaimed play.
by Michael Major - Jun 1, 2026
Enter for a chance to win a pair of tickets to The Monsters at La Jolla Playhouse. BroadwayWorld is giving away a pair of tickets to two winners. Submit now to see this acclaimed play.
Spotlight: THE MONSTERS at La Jolla Playhouse
by BWW Special Offer - May 27, 2026
Humorous and Heart-Mending Play About Siblings Begins June 2. Award-winning playwright Ngozi Anyanwu stars alongside Sullivan Jones (HBO’s The Gilded Age) in this humorous, heart-mending and action-packed love letter to family and siblings.
by BWW Special Offer - May 27, 2026
Humorous and Heart-Mending Play About Siblings Begins June 2. Award-winning playwright Ngozi Anyanwu stars alongside Sullivan Jones (HBO’s The Gilded Age) in this humorous, heart-mending and action-packed love letter to family and siblings.
Photos: Inside Manhattan Theatre Club's 2026 Spring Gala
by Bruce Glikas - May 21, 2026
You can now get a look inside Manhattan Theatre Club's 2026 Spring Gala. The event was hosted by Amber Ruffn, and honored the Alfred P. Sloan Foundation.
by Bruce Glikas - May 21, 2026
You can now get a look inside Manhattan Theatre Club's 2026 Spring Gala. The event was hosted by Amber Ruffn, and honored the Alfred P. Sloan Foundation.
Photos: Inside the Manhattan Theatre Club 2025 Spring Gala
by Bruce Glikas - May 21, 2026
Manhattan Theatre Club's 2026 Spring Gala took place on Monday, May 18 at Cipriani 42nd Street, honoring the Alfred P. Sloan Foundation and hosted by Amber Ruffin. Check out photos here!
by Bruce Glikas - May 21, 2026
Manhattan Theatre Club's 2026 Spring Gala took place on Monday, May 18 at Cipriani 42nd Street, honoring the Alfred P. Sloan Foundation and hosted by Amber Ruffin. Check out photos here!
2026 Drama League Awards Winners- Joshua Henry, MEXODUS, LIBERATION Win Big
by Nicole Rosky - May 15, 2026
The best of Broadway and off-Broadway were on hand at the Ziegfeld Ballroom to celebrate 92nd Annual Drama League Awards, hosted by Emmy Award winner Frank DiLella. Check out a full list of winners here.
by Nicole Rosky - May 15, 2026
The best of Broadway and off-Broadway were on hand at the Ziegfeld Ballroom to celebrate 92nd Annual Drama League Awards, hosted by Emmy Award winner Frank DiLella. Check out a full list of winners here.
2026 Outer Critics Circle Awards Winners- RAGTIME and SCHMIGADOON! Lead the Pack
by Nicole Rosky - May 11, 2026
The Outer Critics Circle (OCC), the official organization of writers on New York theatre for out-of-town, national, and digital news publications, has just announced the winners of the 2026 Outer Critics Circle Awards. We have the full list.
by Nicole Rosky - May 11, 2026
The Outer Critics Circle (OCC), the official organization of writers on New York theatre for out-of-town, national, and digital news publications, has just announced the winners of the 2026 Outer Critics Circle Awards. We have the full list.
THE MONSTERS Cast & Creative Team Unveiled at La Jolla Playhouse
by A.A. Cristi - May 7, 2026
La Jolla Playhouse has announced the cast and creative team for THE MONSTERS, a co-production with Berkeley Repertory Theatre. Playwright Ngozi Anyanwu stars alongside Sullivan Jones in the sibling drama set in the world of mixed martial arts.
by A.A. Cristi - May 7, 2026
La Jolla Playhouse has announced the cast and creative team for THE MONSTERS, a co-production with Berkeley Repertory Theatre. Playwright Ngozi Anyanwu stars alongside Sullivan Jones in the sibling drama set in the world of mixed martial arts.
MERRILY WE ROLL ALONG, Laura Benanti and More Set for Signature Theatre 2026-2027 Season
by Chloe Rabinowitz - May 5, 2026
Signature Theatre has revealed its 2026-2027 Season. The 37th season features six musicals and two plays, including a world premiere musical, a regional premiere musical, and a DC premiere play.
by Chloe Rabinowitz - May 5, 2026
Signature Theatre has revealed its 2026-2027 Season. The 37th season features six musicals and two plays, including a world premiere musical, a regional premiere musical, and a DC premiere play.
2026 Lucille Lortel Awards Winners
by Nicole Rosky - May 3, 2026
The 41st Annual Lucille Lortel Awards – the only New York theatre award to exclusively honor Outstanding Achievement Off-Broadway – will be presented at the annual ceremony tonight, May 3, 2026, at NYU Skirball beginning at 7:00pm.
by Nicole Rosky - May 3, 2026
The 41st Annual Lucille Lortel Awards – the only New York theatre award to exclusively honor Outstanding Achievement Off-Broadway – will be presented at the annual ceremony tonight, May 3, 2026, at NYU Skirball beginning at 7:00pm.
The New Harmony Project Unveils Lineup of Artists Supporting 2026 Writers' Residency
by A.A. Cristi - Apr 28, 2026
The New Harmony Project announced collaborators joining its annual Writers' Residency, including Matt Williams, Angelo Pizzo, and Aurin Squire, alongside virtual industry workshops led by writers from The Handmaid's Tale, Maid, and more.
by A.A. Cristi - Apr 28, 2026
The New Harmony Project announced collaborators joining its annual Writers' Residency, including Matt Williams, Angelo Pizzo, and Aurin Squire, alongside virtual industry workshops led by writers from The Handmaid's Tale, Maid, and more.
2026 Outer Critics Circle Awards Nominations- The Full List
by Stephi Wild - Apr 21, 2026
Isa Briones and Sepideh Moafi hosted the live announcement of the 2026 Outer Critics Circle Award Nominations. Check out the full list of nominations here!
by Stephi Wild - Apr 21, 2026
Isa Briones and Sepideh Moafi hosted the live announcement of the 2026 Outer Critics Circle Award Nominations. Check out the full list of nominations here!
2026 Drama League Awards Nominations- The Full List
by Stephi Wild - Apr 20, 2026
The Drama League has announced the 2026 Drama League Awards Nominees, which include Chess, Heathers, Ragtime, The Rocky Horror Show, Cats: The Jellicle Ball, Titanique, Two Strangers (Carry a Cake Across New York), and more. Check out the full list here!
by Stephi Wild - Apr 20, 2026
The Drama League has announced the 2026 Drama League Awards Nominees, which include Chess, Heathers, Ragtime, The Rocky Horror Show, Cats: The Jellicle Ball, Titanique, Two Strangers (Carry a Cake Across New York), and more. Check out the full list here!
FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS
How many shows has Ngozi Anyanwu written?
Ngozi Anyanwu has written 2 shows including The Homecoming Queen (Playwright), The Monsters (Writer).
What awards has Ngozi Anyanwu been nominated for?
and Outstanding Direction of a Play (Outer Critics Circle Awards) for The Monsters.
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