Meet the extraordinary ensemble of MEET ME AT THE OAK, written and directed by Layon Gray . In 1955 Louisiana, tensions arise between a long-standing black family and their new white neighbors over an oak tree steeped in history on the black family's land. This tree, once a site of lynching in the 1800s, holds deep significance for the black family, who gather there every third Sunday to honor their ancestors. Produced by New Horizon Theater and presented by Pittsburgh Publ

The play that unexpectedly garnered multiple Los Angeles Theater awards and launched Layon 's professional playwriting career in 2003 returns!!!  Now, after two decades, we are thrilled to announce that MEET ME AT THE OAK written and directed by Layon Gray  will make its East Coast premiere at Pittsburgh Public Theatre (February 18-March 1, 2026), presented by New Horizon Theater.  Set in 1955, Alexandria Louisiana, the play centers on a family who transforms trauma into

I had an amazing and inspiring evening last night celebrating Black excellence in theatre at the 2025 Audelco Awards in New York City.

Layon's powerful play SEARCHING FOR WILLIE LYNCH has received seven nominations for the New York City Audelco Awards! The awards ceremony will be held on November 17th. Layon Gray  Best Playwright Layon Gray  Director of a Play Thaddeus Daniels , Lead Actor in a Play Raven Jeannette , Lead Actress in a Play Isaiah Joseph  Featured Actor in a Play Sara Jane Beneke  Featured Actress in a Play BEST PLAY Three Black families inhabit the same Louisiana house across three eras: 200

Layon's masterpiece "The Girls of Summer" has critics breathless. This sensational portrayal of the all-Black female 1946 Red Diamonds baseball team is selling out shows at Delaware Theatre Company in Wilmington. Critics are unanimous: Layon's intense storytelling and direction create an unforgettable theatrical experience. "The most powerful production of the season. "A must-see triumph of American theater." Running through November 9th. Read what critics are saying! CLICK

Experience this generation's most powerful historical drama November 14th in Galloway, New Jersey. "Black Angels Over Tuskegee" by Layon...

Tickets are now on sale for Layon Gray's powerful play "The Girls Of Summer," performing at the Delaware Theatre Company October 22 -...

Layon has assembled a POWERHOUSE ensemble for his MUST-SEE  regional production "The Girls Of Summer"! This SENSATIONAL drama illuminates...

Layon has started researching for his upcoming stage play, which he plans to debut in 2026. The play, tentatively titled BOYS OF THE...

Casting has commenced for Layon's impactful play, "The Girls of Summer." The production will be staged at the Delaware Theatre Company...

Layon has completed the final edits on the screenplay adaptation of his acclaimed stage play The Girls Of Summer. He will also take on...

Meet the cast of the Off-Broadway stage play SEARCHING FOR WILLIE LYNCH written and directed by Layon Gray    The play explores the...

Layon's captivating mystical production, "Searching For Willie Lynch," is set to make its Off-Broadway debut in New York City from June...

Layon's impactful play, The Girls Of Summer, which centers on Black women playing baseball in the 1940s, is set for a regional 3 week run...

Check out the interview article below featuring Layon Gray, where he discusses the forthcoming performances of "Black Angels Over...

Layon Gray's pwerful new play... FEED THE BEAST: The Tuskegee Experiment On The Negro Male is a power hit in Pittsburgh! Read one of the...

Layon's Broadway bound play about the Tuskegee Airmen will have a special performance on February 26th in Worcester Mass, at the...

Layon 's new work Feed The Beast: The Tuskegee Experiment On The Negro Male will have its regional debut at the Public Theatre in...

Layon has been selected by the La Napoule Art Foundation Board of Trustees and La Maison Baldwin for a prestigious artist residency in...

Hailed as the "Black Tony Awards", Layon Gray will be honored with an Audelco Outstanding Achievement Award on November 17th for his...