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BIO

PATRICIA McGREGOR has twice been profiled by The New York Times for her direction of world premieres. Her recent credits include co-author and director of the world premier of Lights Out, Nat King Cole (Peoples Light ) Skeleton Crew (Geffen Theater) Grief (Center Theater Group) Parchman Hour (Guthrie Theater), Hamlet (The Public Theater), Ugly Lies the Bone (Roundabout Theatre Company), brownsville song (b-side for tray) (Lincoln Center Theater), the world premiere of Stagger Lee (Dallas Theater Center), and the world premiere of Hurt Village (Signature Theatre Company). Her other credits include A Raisin in the Sun, Winter's Tale, Spunk, Adoration of the Old Woman, Blood Dazzler, Holding It Down, Four Electric Ghosts, Nothing Personal, and The House That Will Not Stand. She served as tour consultant on J. Cole World Tour and will premier a new piece at BAM by composer Ted Hearne and poet Saul Williams. For several years she has directed the 24 Hour Plays on Broadway. She is a Usual Suspect at New York Theatre Workshop, a co-founder of Angela's Pulse with he sister choreographer and organizer Paloma McGregor and was a Paul & Daisy Soros Fellow at Yale School of Drama, where she also served as Artistic Director of the Yale Cabaret.

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[Off-Broadway, 2025]
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[Off-Broadway, 2023]
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[Off-Broadway, 2015]
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[Off-Broadway, 2012]
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[Broadway, 2002]
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New York Theatre Workshop Unveils Additional Details For Inaugural IN THE BRICKS FESTIVAL
by A.A. Cristi - Feb 19, 2026

New York Theatre Workshop will present Kathryn Grody's new play THE UNEXPECTED 3RD at the upcoming IN THE BRICKS Festival, showcasing innovative theatrical works.
Colman Domingo and More to be Honored at New York Theatre Workshop 2026 Gala
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Jan 13, 2026

New York Theatre Workshop's 2026 Gala will honor Academy Award nominee Colman Domingo, Tony Award-winning producer Mara Isaacs, and NAACP Image Award nominee Nicole Ari Parker.
Latest Standings Announced for the 2025 BroadwayWorld Off-Broadway Awards; BEAU Leads Best Musical!
by BWW Awards - Dec 15, 2025

The latest standings have been released for the 2025 BroadwayWorld Off-Broadway Awards! Voting ends on 12/31/2025 at midnight. Don't miss out on making sure that your favorite theatres, stars, and shows get the recognition they deserve!
Latest Standings Announced for the 2025 BroadwayWorld Off-Broadway Awards
by BWW Awards - Dec 8, 2025

The latest standings have been released for the 2025 BroadwayWorld Off-Broadway Awards! Voting ends on 12/31/2025 at midnight. Don't miss out on making sure that your favorite theatres, stars, and shows get the recognition they deserve!
The Billie Holiday Theatre Launches CARIBBEAN CALLING " ROOTS & RESURGENCE Theatre Festival
by A.A. Cristi - Dec 4, 2025

The Billie Holiday Theatre has announced the launch of the  Caribbean Theatre Festival – “Caribbean Calling: Roots & Resurgence,” a landmark celebration of English-speaking Caribbean artistry, storytelling, and cultural legacy.
Spotlight on Plays: December 2025
by Team BWW - Dec 2, 2025

​The Fall 2025 season is in full swing, and with it, comes new plays for theatre lovers of all kinds. Whether you live for intense dramas or would rather escape with zaney comedies, there's something for everyone both on and off-Broadway in December 2025.
2026 New Stages Festival Lineup Revealed at The Goodman
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Dec 1, 2025

New plays will ring in the new year at The Goodman when the popular annual New Stages Festival returns. This year’s line-up features the newest works by some of the country’s hottest playwrights.
Zohran Mamdani Names Arts and Culture Transition Committee
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Nov 26, 2025

New York City mayor-elect Zohran Mamdani has named an arts and culture transition committee. The committee features 28 members, including Kamilah Forbes, Executive Producer of the Apollo Theatre and more.
Photos: Dylan Mulvaney, Micaela Diamond, & More Attend CAA’s Women on Broadway Event
by Josh Sharpe - Oct 16, 2025

Earlier this week, Creative Artists Agency hosted a Women on Broadway cocktail celebration in New York City. The event celebrated the ongoing contributions of women who are making Broadway and New York theater a success. Check out photos from the event here.
Samuel J. Friedman Health Center Exam Room Donated to Tovah Feldshuh Fund
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Sep 19, 2025

Earlier this week, in recognition of Ovarian Cancer Awareness Month, the Entertainment Community Fund dedicated a room at The Samuel J. Freidman Health Center for the Performing Arts to the Feldshuh Fund for Women’s Health.
New York Theatre Workshop to Host Celebration of Photographer Alex Harsley
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Jul 14, 2025

New York Theatre Workshop will host a celebration of local legend and photographer Alex Harsley of 4th Street Photo Gallery. Learn more!
The Old Globe Names Keiko Green, Lawrence E. Moten III, and Eddie Torres as New Resident Artists
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Jul 1, 2025

The Old Globe has appointed three Resident Artists to join the Globe’s artistic staff for a two-year residency for BIPOC artists. Learn more about the program here!
Photos: The 14th Annual Off-Broadway Alliance Awards
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Jul 1, 2025

You can now check out photos from the 14th Annual Off-Broadway Alliance Awards. Learn more about the awards, hosted by an organization of Off-Broadway producers, theaters, general managers, press agents, and marketing professionals.
Photos: DUKE & ROYA Opening Night Red Carpet
by Jennifer Broski - Jun 25, 2025

Duke & Roya, written by Charles Randolph-Wright  and directed by Warren Adams, is officially open at the Lucille Lortel Theatre! BroadwayWorld was there for the big night and you can check out photos from the red carpet arrivals here.
Stage Director Dennis Whitehead Darling Has Passed Away
by Chloe Rabinowitz - May 29, 2025

Opera, theatre, and film/video stage director Dennis Whitehead Darling passed away in New York on May 17, 2025, following a tragic transportation accident. He was 59.
Photos: LIGHTS OUT: NAT "KING" COLE Opens At New York Theatre Workshop
by A.A. Cristi - May 22, 2025

New York Theatre Workshop is now presenting Lights Out: Nat “King” Cole, written by Tony and Academy Award nominee Colman Domingo and NYTW Artistic Director and Usual Suspect Patricia McGregor, and directed by McGregor. Check out photos from opening night.
Review Roundup: LIGHTS OUT: NAT 'KING' COLE at New York Theatre Workshop
by Nicole Rosky - May 21, 2025

New York Theatre Workshop is now presenting Lights Out: Nat “King” Cole, written by Tony and Academy Award nominee Colman Domingo and NYTW Artistic Director and Usual Suspect Patricia McGregor, and directed by McGregor. Lights Out: Nat “King” Cole runs through June 29, 2025. Let's see what the critics are saying about the new play...
New Musical From Rachel Chavkin & The Bengsons, and More Joins New York Theatre Workshop 2025/26 Season
by Stephi Wild - May 7, 2025

New York Theatre Workshop has announced its 2025/26 Season featuring three world premiere productions and a fourth offering for Spring 2026 that has yet to be announced.
New York Theatre Workshop Announces Two-Week Extension For LIGHTS OUT: NAT 'KING' COLE
by A.A. Cristi - May 1, 2025

New York Theatre Workshop has announced that due to popular demand, Lights Out: Nat “King” Cole has extended its run for an additional two weeks.
Video: Dulé Hill Shares What Drew Him to off-Broadway's LIGHTS OUT: NAT 'KING' COLE
by Josh Sharpe - Apr 23, 2025

On a recent visit to The Kelly Clarkson Show, Broadway alum Dulé Hill sat down with the host to discuss some of his latest projects, among them the off-Broadway play Lights Out: Nat “King” Cole. Watch the interview!

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

How many shows has Patricia McGregor written?

Patricia McGregor has written 1 shows including Lights Out: Nat 'King' Cole (Co-Writer).

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