Biography
Allison Gregory’s work has been produced nationally and internationally for multigenerational audiences by a fusion of professional theatres, academic stages, and nontraditional spaces. She has received commissions and development from the Oregon Shakespeare Festival, the Kennedy Center, South Coast Repertory, Indiana Repertory Theatre, the Playwrights’ Center, the Skirball Foundation, Geva Theatre, Seattle Rep, ACT Theater, Orlando Shakes, the National New Play Network (NNPN), Hedgebrook, the New Harmony Project, and Banff Playwrights Lab. Allison’s spirit of invention takes many forms; plays range from satires centering on underrepresented historical figures to contemporary interpretations of mythology, intimate dramas, and exuberant, innovative theatre for young people. Allison’s plays for young audiences are produced widely across the country and include Go Dog. Go!, adapted from the P.D. Eastman book and co-written with Steven Dietz; Ronia, the Robber’s Daughter, adapted from the Astrid Lindgren novel; Junie B. in Jingle Bells, Batman Smells!; Junie B. is Not A Crook; and Junie B., Toothless Wonder—adapted from the beloved book series by Barbara Park; and a contemporary reimagining of Red Riding Hood. Allison has been recognized by TYA USA as “One of the ten Most Produced TYA Playwrights.” Her plays are published by Dramatic Publishing, Playscripts, Concord Theatricals,Smith & Krauss, and Rain City Press. allisongregoryplays.com
