Megan McDermott
Actress | AEA
Megan is an actress and playwright with a passion for period pieces and heightened text, especially those that center women in the narrative. She has performed on many stages Regionally and Off-Broadway, including the Tony Award-winning Wilma Theater.
A style chameleon, she specializes in combining the visceral and the poetic, and loves a great farce! Think Tennessee Williams, Oscar Wilde, and Ken Ludwig; with Lauren Gunderson, Kate Hamill, and Sarah Ruhl hosting the party!
She brings a playful spirit, open heart, and sense of humor to each project; and values curiosity, compassion, and collaboration.
Her plays Stella for Star, Composing Clara, and Le Boudoir are available on New Play Exchange. Stella for Star was given its first workshop and public performance in 2022 as part of The Philadelphia Women’s Theatre Festival, starring Megan in the title role.
When not performing, she can be found playing pretend with her 4 year old daughter, Scarlett.
She is Tri- State based: NYC/NJ/Philly.
Up Next
PROOF
Megan plays Claire in the Pulitzer Prize-winning play PROOF by David Auburn at Act II Playhouse.
January 27-March 1
Ambler, PA
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VANYA & SONYA & MASHA & SPIKE
Megan returns to Bristol Riverside Theatre in Christopher Durang’s hilarious comedy, directed to BRT co-Artistic Director Ken Kaissar!
September – October 2025
Bristol, PA
Summer One-Act Festival
Megan appeared in the MOVIE MAGIC showcase as part of the Chain Summer One Act Festival.
July 2025
Chain Theatre
312 West 36 Street