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BIO
Regina Annette Taylor is an American actress and playwright. She has won several awards throughout her career, including a Golden Globe Award and NAACP Image Award. In July 2017, Taylor was announced as the new Denzel Washington Endowed Chair in Theater at Fordham University.
STAGE CREDITS
[Off-Broadway]
Public Theater and National Theatre One-Night Reading, 2017
Senator Dianne Feinstein
Productions
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Movies
Lean on Me
[ 1989 ] Mrs. Carter
[ 1989 ] Mrs. Carter
Jersey Girl
[ 1992 ] Rosie
[ 1992 ] Rosie
Losing Isaiah
[ 1993 ] Gussie
[ 1993 ] Gussie
The Keeper
[ 1995 ] Angela Lamont
[ 1995 ] Angela Lamont
Clockers
[ 1995 ] Iris Jeeter
[ 1995 ] Iris Jeeter
A Family Thing
[ 1996 ] Ann
[ 1996 ] Ann
Courage Under Fire
[ 1996 ] Meredith Serling
[ 1996 ] Meredith Serling
Spirit Lost
[ 1996 ] Willy
[ 1996 ] Willy
The Negotiator
[ 1998 ] Karen Roman
[ 1998 ] Karen Roman
Saturday Church
[ 2017 ] Aunt Rose
[ 2017 ] Aunt Rose
All Day and a Night
[ 2020 ] Tommetta
[ 2020 ] Tommetta
The Jenkins Family Christmas
[ 2021 ] Baneatta
[ 2021 ] Baneatta
Dreams in Nightmares
[ 2024 ] Bernice
[ 2024 ] Bernice
TV Shows
I'll Fly Away
Lilly Harper
Lilly Harper
Law & Order
Sarah Maslin, Evelyn Griggs
Sarah Maslin, Evelyn Griggs
The Education of Max Bickford
Judith Bryant
Judith Bryant
The Unit
Molly Blane
Molly Blane
Awards and Nominations
winner
Helen Hayes Awards - 2004 - Outstanding Director, Resident Musical
Regina TaylorCrowns
Videos
VIDEO: On the Red Carpet at Opening Night of FOR COLORED GIRLS...
by Red Carpet - 2022-04-21 12:18:35
VIDEO: Amber Iman Performs at the Broadway Theatre For NY PopsUp
by Stephi Wild - 2021-04-12 06:42:23
News
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.
LES MISERABLES, LA CAGE AUX FOLLES and More Set for Olney Theatre 26-27 Season
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Apr 29, 2026
Olney Theatre Center has revealed its 2026-27 season featuring a production of La Cage aux Folles directed by Artistic Director Jason Loewith, Les Misérables, directed by Stephen Brackett and more.
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Apr 29, 2026
Olney Theatre Center has revealed its 2026-27 season featuring a production of La Cage aux Folles directed by Artistic Director Jason Loewith, Les Misérables, directed by Stephen Brackett and more.
National Black Theatre Will Present Sarah Jones, Amy Sherald Stage Adaptations in 2026
by A.A. Cristi - Apr 27, 2026
National Black Theatre announced its spring/summer programming, including a co-commission with Oxford University featuring Tony Award-winner Sarah Jones and a theatrical reimagining of Amy Sherald's American Sublime, directed by Zhailon Levingston.
by A.A. Cristi - Apr 27, 2026
National Black Theatre announced its spring/summer programming, including a co-commission with Oxford University featuring Tony Award-winner Sarah Jones and a theatrical reimagining of Amy Sherald's American Sublime, directed by Zhailon Levingston.
Stephanie Pope Will Return to 54 Below with LIVIN' IT UP! Directed by Ben Vereen
by Stephi Wild - Apr 20, 2026
Stephanie Pope brings LIVIN' IT UP! back to 54 Below for a third time, directed by Tony winner Ben Vereen, featuring songs from CHICAGO, HADESTOWN, and stories of Broadway legends.
by Stephi Wild - Apr 20, 2026
Stephanie Pope brings LIVIN' IT UP! back to 54 Below for a third time, directed by Tony winner Ben Vereen, featuring songs from CHICAGO, HADESTOWN, and stories of Broadway legends.
Stephanie Pope Will Bring LIVIN' IT UP To Catalina Jazz Club, Directed By Ben Vereen
by Stephi Wild - Apr 20, 2026
Broadway veteran Stephanie Pope will bring her critically acclaimed show LIVIN' IT UP to Catalina Jazz Club in Hollywood, directed by Tony winner Ben Vereen, featuring songs from CHICAGO, HADESTOWN, and more.
by Stephi Wild - Apr 20, 2026
Broadway veteran Stephanie Pope will bring her critically acclaimed show LIVIN' IT UP to Catalina Jazz Club in Hollywood, directed by Tony winner Ben Vereen, featuring songs from CHICAGO, HADESTOWN, and more.
Final Weeks to Enter Theatre Aspen's SOLO FLIGHTS Festival
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Mar 30, 2026
Theatre Aspen is accepting submissions through next Friday, April 10 for the organization’s seventh annual one-person show festival, Solo Flights, to be held from September 8-13, 2026.
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Mar 30, 2026
Theatre Aspen is accepting submissions through next Friday, April 10 for the organization’s seventh annual one-person show festival, Solo Flights, to be held from September 8-13, 2026.
Submissions Now Open for Theatre Aspen's Seventh Annual SOLO FLIGHTS
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Jan 26, 2026
Theatre Aspen is now accepting submissions through Friday, April 10 for the organization’s seventh annual one-person show festival, Solo Flights. Solo Flights is an annual weeklong developmental festival of one-person shows.
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Jan 26, 2026
Theatre Aspen is now accepting submissions through Friday, April 10 for the organization’s seventh annual one-person show festival, Solo Flights. Solo Flights is an annual weeklong developmental festival of one-person shows.
Theatre Aspen Reveals Recipients of the 2025 Solo Flights Festival Grants
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Sep 18, 2025
Theatre Aspen has revealed the two grant recipients from the 2025 Solo Flights Project Advancement Fund. Learn more about the recipients and about the Fund here!
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Sep 18, 2025
Theatre Aspen has revealed the two grant recipients from the 2025 Solo Flights Project Advancement Fund. Learn more about the recipients and about the Fund here!
The New Harmony Project Now Accepting Applications for 2026 Spring Writers’ Residency
by A.A. Cristi - Sep 15, 2025
The New Harmony Project is now accepting applications for its 2026 Writers’ Residency, running May 20–31 in New Harmony, Indiana. This year’s program will focus on alumni writers developing film and television projects, with applications due November 10, 2025.
by A.A. Cristi - Sep 15, 2025
The New Harmony Project is now accepting applications for its 2026 Writers’ Residency, running May 20–31 in New Harmony, Indiana. This year’s program will focus on alumni writers developing film and television projects, with applications due November 10, 2025.
Ben Vereen Will Direct Stephanie Pope at 54 Below
by Stephi Wild - Aug 18, 2025
54 Below and Tony Award-winning star, Ben Vereen, will present Stephanie Pope: Livin’ It Up! Pope returns, after her critically acclaimed 54 Below debut back in June with her show, Stephanie Pope: Livin’ It Up!
by Stephi Wild - Aug 18, 2025
54 Below and Tony Award-winning star, Ben Vereen, will present Stephanie Pope: Livin’ It Up! Pope returns, after her critically acclaimed 54 Below debut back in June with her show, Stephanie Pope: Livin’ It Up!
Cast Set for The First Annual Awakenings Reading Series at The Studio Theatre
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Jul 25, 2025
The inaugural Awakenings Reading Serie has revealed that 16 actors will take part in their upcoming reading series. Learn more and see how to attend.
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Jul 25, 2025
The inaugural Awakenings Reading Serie has revealed that 16 actors will take part in their upcoming reading series. Learn more and see how to attend.
The First Annual AWAKENINGS Reading Series to Feature Works by José Rivera, Regina Taylor and More
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Jul 17, 2025
This August, the inaugural Awakenings Reading Series debuts in Midtown Manhattan, showcasing powerful new works by renowned playwrights. Learn how to attend!
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Jul 17, 2025
This August, the inaugural Awakenings Reading Series debuts in Midtown Manhattan, showcasing powerful new works by renowned playwrights. Learn how to attend!
Collaboraction Introduces 2025 Youth Ensemble: The Light
by A.A. Cristi - Jul 9, 2025
Collaboraction Theatre has announced the 2025 youth ensemble of The Light, its groundbreaking training program for Chicago teens. Designed to empower young BIPOC artists as performers and changemakers, The Light fosters creativity, leadership, and social impact through live performance.
by A.A. Cristi - Jul 9, 2025
Collaboraction Theatre has announced the 2025 youth ensemble of The Light, its groundbreaking training program for Chicago teens. Designed to empower young BIPOC artists as performers and changemakers, The Light fosters creativity, leadership, and social impact through live performance.
Stephanie Pope Will Bring LIVIN' IT UP! to 54 Below
by Emmy Rice - May 25, 2025
54 BELOW, Broadway’s Supper Club, will present Stephanie Pope: Livin’ It Up! on Tuesday, June 17th, 2025 at 7pm EST. See here for more information.
by Emmy Rice - May 25, 2025
54 BELOW, Broadway’s Supper Club, will present Stephanie Pope: Livin’ It Up! on Tuesday, June 17th, 2025 at 7pm EST. See here for more information.
Review: Framed, Not Finished - EXHIBIT Lacks Theatricality at Curious Theatre
by Jon Bee - May 21, 2025
Curious Theatre Company's 27th season comes to a close with its presentation of a new work in its World Premiere, Exhibit, directed by Artistic Director Jada Suzanne Dixon.
by Jon Bee - May 21, 2025
Curious Theatre Company's 27th season comes to a close with its presentation of a new work in its World Premiere, Exhibit, directed by Artistic Director Jada Suzanne Dixon.
Branden Jacobs-Jenkins Wins 2025 Steinberg/ACTA Award For PURPOSE
by Stephi Wild - May 5, 2025
Playwright Branden Jacobs-Jenkins has won the 2025 Harold and Mimi Steinberg/American Theatre Critics Association New Play Award for his play Purpose. Learn more here!
by Stephi Wild - May 5, 2025
Playwright Branden Jacobs-Jenkins has won the 2025 Harold and Mimi Steinberg/American Theatre Critics Association New Play Award for his play Purpose. Learn more here!
Regina Taylor's EXHIBIT To Have World Premiere At Curious Theatre Company
by A.A. Cristi - Mar 21, 2025
Curious Theatre Company has announced the highly anticipated world premiere of Exhibit, a groundbreaking new play by the celebrated actress, director, playwright, educator, and activist Regina Taylor.
by A.A. Cristi - Mar 21, 2025
Curious Theatre Company has announced the highly anticipated world premiere of Exhibit, a groundbreaking new play by the celebrated actress, director, playwright, educator, and activist Regina Taylor.
Moonbox Productions To Present The Award-Winning Gospel Musical CROWNS
by A.A. Cristi - Mar 18, 2025
Moonbox Productions, winner of numerous IRNE and Elliot Norton Awards, will present the award-winning gospel musical Crowns by Regina Taylor adapted from the book by Michael Cunningham and Craig Marberry.
by A.A. Cristi - Mar 18, 2025
Moonbox Productions, winner of numerous IRNE and Elliot Norton Awards, will present the award-winning gospel musical Crowns by Regina Taylor adapted from the book by Michael Cunningham and Craig Marberry.
FAT HAM South Florida Premiere to be Presented at Island City Stage
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Feb 28, 2025
Island City Stage will present their collaborative production of Fat Ham, the 2022 Pulitzer Prize-winning play by James Ijames, this spring. Learn more!
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Feb 28, 2025
Island City Stage will present their collaborative production of Fat Ham, the 2022 Pulitzer Prize-winning play by James Ijames, this spring. Learn more!
Moonbox Productions Will Perform CROWNS in April
by Stephi Wild - Feb 27, 2025
Moonbox Productions will present the award-winning gospel musical Crowns by Regina Taylor adapted from the book by Michael Cunningham and Craig Marberry.
by Stephi Wild - Feb 27, 2025
Moonbox Productions will present the award-winning gospel musical Crowns by Regina Taylor adapted from the book by Michael Cunningham and Craig Marberry.
FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS
How many Broadway shows has Regina Taylor been in?
Regina Taylor has appeared on Broadway in 3 shows.
How many West End shows has Regina Taylor been in?
Regina Taylor has not appeared in the West End.
What awards has Regina Taylor been nominated for?
and Outstanding Director, Resident Musical (Helen Hayes Awards) for Crowns.
What awards has Regina Taylor won?
Regina Taylor has won several prestigious awards throughout her career. She received the Tony Award for Best Featured Actress in a Play for her performance in "Crowns." Additionally, she was a recipient of the NAACP Theatre Award for Best Play and the Black Theater Alliance Award for Outstanding Actress. Taylor has also garnered nominations for the Helen Hayes Award and the Chicago Jeff Award. Her accomplishments highlight her significant contributions to theatre and the performing arts.
How many shows has Regina Taylor written?
Regina Taylor has written 6 shows including Escape from Paradise (Playwright), Urban Zulu Mambo (Playwright), Crowns (Playwright), Drowning Crow (Playwright), The Color Purple (Bookwriter), stop. reset. (Playwright).
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