Archive · 15 Aug 2025
Patricia White, Champion of Black Theatre, Dies at 77
Patricia White, a key person in New York's Black Theatre scene, has passed away.
She was a director, mentor, and manager, helping many actors and plays succeed.
Starting her career at a young age, she worked with famous playwrights and managed the New Federal Theatre for many years.
She was known for her knowledge of theatre and helped many people.
A memorial service will be held to remember her life and contributions to the theatre world.
Patricia White, a prominent figure in New York's Black Theatre community, has died at 77.
She was the long-time company manager of Woodie King, Jr.'s New Federal Theatre.
White worked as a director, mentor, producer, and administrator throughout her career.
Her career began at 17 with an internship at The American Place Theatre.
A memorial service is scheduled for August 18 at SGI-USA in New York City.
- Who
- Patricia White
- What
- Patricia White, a figure in New York’s Black Theatre community, died.
- When
- August 10, 2024
- Where
- University Rehab Facility in the Bronx, NY
- Why
- Due to a brief illness.
- Age
- 77
- Occupation
- Company Manager/Director
- Organization
- New Federal Theatre
- Cause of Death
- Brief Illness
- Education
- B.A. in French Literature
- Memorial Service
- August 18, SGI-USA, New York, NY