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BIO

Taibi Magar (Directing) is an Egyptian-American director based in New York, and a graduate of the Brown/Trinity MFA program. Most recently she directed a new musical We Live in Cairo (A.R.T.). Other NY credits: Blue Ridge starring Marin Ireland and The Great Leap starring BD Wong (Atlantic Theatre Company); Is God Is (Soho Rep, 2018 Obie Award;) Master (The Foundry, NYT Critics Pick); Underground Railroad Game (Ars Nova, NYT Critics Pick). Regional: A.R.T., Woolly Mammoth Theatre, Alley Theatre, The Guthrie Theater, and Seattle Repertory Theatre, among others. International: Hamburg Festival, Edinburgh Festival, Malthouse Theatre (Melbourne), and Soho Theatre (London). Other: She is the recipient of a Stephen Sondheim Fellowship, Oregon Shakespeare Festival Fellowship, Public Theater Shakespeare Fellowship, and TFANA Actors and Director Project Fellowship. Taibi is an alumni of the Lincoln Center Directors Lab and a NYTW Usual Suspect. Upcoming:; The Christians (Chautauqua Theater Company); Spring Awakening, (TUTS), Twilight: Los Angeles 1992 (Signature Theatre).

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[Off-Broadway, 2024]
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[Off-Broadway, 2023]
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[Off-Broadway, 2022]
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[Off-Broadway, 2021]
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[Off-Broadway, 2019]
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[Off-Broadway, 2018]
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[Off-Broadway, 2016]
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Awards and Nominations

Drama Desk Awards - 2022 - Outstanding Director of a Play

Taibi Magar, Twilight: Los Angeles, 1992


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Obie Awards - 2018 - Directing Award

Taibi MagarIs God Is

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News


Review: American Repertory Theater's NIGHT SIDE SONGS Shows Power of Community and Music
by R. Scott Reedy - Apr 7, 2025

What did our critic think of NIGHT SIDE SONGS at American Repertory Theater?
Photos: Mary Testa, Jordan Dobson and More in NIGHT SIDE SONGS
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Mar 31, 2025

The American Repertory Theater/Philadelphia Theatre Company’s world-premiere production of Night Side Songs is running at two venues in A.R.T.’s community. See photos here!
Broadway in Worcester Will Host Night Side Songs in April
by Stephi Wild - Mar 31, 2025

Broadway in Worcester will present Night Side Songs, a musical by Daniel and Patrick Lazour and directed by Taibi Magar, for one night only. Learn more here!
Video: Jordan Dobson Performs 'Santa Cruz' from NIGHT SIDE SONGS at A.R.T.
by Josh Sharpe - Mar 27, 2025

Watch a new music video of Broadway alum Jordan Dobson perform 'Santa Cruz' from the musical theater experience Night Side Songs at The American Repertory Theater.
Photos: MACBETH IN STRIDE at Harvey Theater at the BAM Strong
by A.A. Cristi - Feb 13, 2025

BAM in association with Philadelphia Theatre Company, Shakespeare Theatre Company and Yale Repertory Theatre will present Macbeth in Stride, written and performed by Whitney White and directed by Tyler Dobrowsky and Taibi Magar. See photos from the production.
Ars Nova To Honor Founding Artistic Director Jason Eagan At NOVA BALL In April
by A.A. Cristi - Feb 6, 2025

Ars Nova will honor Founding Artistic Director Jason Eagan at Nova Ball, Ars Nova's annual benefit-turned-party of the season. As recently announced, following over two decades of leadership, Eagan will step down from his role as Artistic Director on June 30, 2025.
BWW Q&A: Jordan Dobson on NIGHT SIDE SONGS at Philadelphia Theatre Company
by Joshua Wright - Feb 5, 2025

A ground-breaking ninety-minute new musical, Night Side Songs explores the intimacy of illness, mortality, and the incredible dignity of caregivers through the story of Yasmine Holly, a fictional character informed by interviews with real doctors, hospital staff, and patients, many from right here in Philadelphia.
NIGHT SIDE SONGS Comes to Philadelphia Theatre Company
by Stephi Wild - Jan 15, 2025

Philadelphia Theatre Company will present the world premiere of Night Side Songs, a new musical from acclaimed musical theatre duo Daniel and Patrick Lazour and directed by PTC Co-Artistic Director and Obie-winner Taibi Magar.
Video: Inside Rehearsals of Philadelphia Theatre Company's NIGHT SIDE SONGS
by Joshua Wright - Jan 6, 2025

Get a first look inside rehearsals of Philadelphia Theatre Company's NIGHT SIDE SONGS, which runs February 21, 2025 through March 9th, 2025. A ground-breaking ninety-minute new musical, Night Side Songs explores the intimacy of illness, mortality, and the incredible dignity of caregivers through the story of Yasmine Holly, a fictional character informed by interviews with real doctors, hospital staff, and patients, many from right here in Philadelphia.
Mary Testa, Jordan Dobson, Taylor Trensch & More to Star In NIGHT SIDE SONGS at Under the Radar
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Dec 19, 2024

The cast has been revealed for the Under the Radar presentation of Lazours’ Night Side Songs. The A.R.T./PTC co-production will be presented at Lincoln Center as part of UTR’s Under Construction series. See who is starring and learn how to purchase tickets.
Photos/Video: MACBETH IN STRIDE At Yale Repertory Company
by A.A. Cristi - Dec 11, 2024

Yale Repertory Theatre has released first look photos of the Philadelphia Theatre Company, Shakespeare Theatre Company, and Brooklyn Academy of Music production of Macbeth in Stride.
Broadway Buying Guide: November 18, 2024- MAYBE HAPPY ENDING Arrives on Broadway
by Team BWW - Nov 18, 2024

Looking for the best deals on Broadway shows? Welcome to our new weekly guide to the most popular shows listed on BroadwayWorld. Check out which shows are selling this week, November 18, 2024.
WE LIVE IN CAIRO Extends at New York Theatre Workshop
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Nov 15, 2024

New York Theatre Workshop will present additional performances for We Live in Cairo, featuring a book, music & lyrics by Jonathan Larson Grant winners and NYTW Usual Suspects The Lazours. Learn how to purchase tickets.
Paul Mescal in STREETCAR, Whitney White's MACBETH IN STRIDE & More Play BAM
by Blair Ingenthron - Nov 11, 2024

BAM has revealed its 2025 Winter Spring Season, featuring Paul Mescal in A Streetcar Named Desire, Whitney White's Macbeth in Stride, and more. Learn more about the full lineup here!
Broadway Buying Guide: November 11, 2024- Audra McDonald returns in GYPSY
by Team BWW - Nov 11, 2024

Looking for the best deals on Broadway shows? Welcome to our new weekly guide to the most popular shows listed on BroadwayWorld. Check out which shows are selling this week, November 11, 2024.
Broadway Buying Guide: November 4, 2024- SWEPT AWAY Arrives on Broadway
by Team BWW - Nov 4, 2024

Looking for the best deals on Broadway shows? Welcome to our new weekly guide to the most popular shows listed on BroadwayWorld. Check out which shows are selling this week, November 4, 2024.
Review Roundup: WE LIVE IN CAIRO at New York Theatre Workshop
by Nicole Rosky - Oct 29, 2024

Running at New York Theatre Workshop is We Live in Cairo, featuring a book, music & lyrics by Jonathan Larson Grant winners and NYTW Usual Suspects The Lazours. Let's see what the critics are saying about the new show...
Photos: WE LIVE IN CAIRO Opening Night at New York Theatre Workshop
by Jennifer Broski - Oct 28, 2024

Next up at New York Theatre Workshop is We Live in Cairo, which just celebrated its opening night. Check out photos from the special event here!
Under the Radar 20th Anniversary Festival Unveils Full Programming
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Oct 17, 2024

Under the Radar has revealed the lineup of productions for the 20th Anniversary festival, reimagined for the second year as a citywide event, and the largest edition of the festival to date. See full programming and learn how to attend.
What's Opening Off-Broadway in Fall 2024
by Sidney Paterra - Oct 2, 2024

Check out a full list of what's opening Off-Broadway this fall! Productions will star big names including Neil Patrick Harris, Jane Krakowski, and many more! See what Off-Broadway has to offer and check out BroadwayWorld's complete list.

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

What awards has Taibi Magar been nominated for?

Outstanding Director of a Play (Drama Desk Awards) for Twilight: Los Angeles, 1992 and Directing Award (Obie Awards) for Is God Is.

What awards has Taibi Magar won?

Taibi Magar won the Directing Award at the Obie Awards for Is God Is.

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