Samples from The Lab@SCR
South Coast Repertory is thrilled to launch Samples from The Lab@SCR, which replaces SCR’s NewSCRipts program and provides more robust opportunities for artists and audiences to engage with new work in fresh, informal and intimate ways.
About Samples from The Lab@SCR
Samples from The Lab offers SCR audiences an exclusive sneak peek at the work being developed in The Lab@SCR, with several pop-up readings throughout the season. All Samples from The Lab readings will be casual, process-focused presentations that are free and open to the public.
Samples from The Lab@SCR events may include:
- Developmental Readings of new plays commissioned or otherwise currently in process at SCR.
- First Draft Readings of brand-new plays never before read aloud.
- Happy Hour Readings, at which guests may enjoy light refreshments before a late-afternoon presentation.
- New Musical Excerpts from composers under commission at SCR.
- And More!
Most Samples from The Lab readings will be onsite at SCR in the 94-seat Nicholas Studio—although SCR will continue to partner with local universities to present occasional in-school readings.
Samples from The Lab readings will be scheduled and announced at various points throughout the season. Patrons interested in attending are encouraged to use this link to sign up for notifications of upcoming events.
First Up…
The Born Identity
created, written, and performed by the Sklar Brothers
co-created and directed by Evan Shapiro
Tuesday, October 7, at 7:30 p.m.
Nicholas Studio
Free and open to the public
Randy and Jason Sklar have been a comedy duo for over 30 years. They have been identical twins for over 50 years. But here's the thing: When they were babies, they accidentally got switched... maybe... they think. Now adults with families of their own, they embark on an epic and hilarious exploration of childhood, parenthood, twinhood and more in a quest to find their TRUE born identities.
The Sklar Brothers are known for their stand-up, “What We Do in the Shadows,” “Better Call Saul,” “Entourage,” “It’s Always Sunny in Philadelphia,” “Glow,” Wild Hogs, “Cheap Seats” on ESPN, a lot of stuff on Netflix, Starz, Comedy Central and more.
Evan Shapiro is one of the media industry's most provocative and widely followed voices. He is also an Emmy and Peabody winning producer and creator, having produced the iconic TV series “Portlandia” as well as countless series, films and podcasts.
Photo: The cast of the 2024 Pacific Playwrights Festival reading of Fremont Ave. by Reggie D. White. Photo by Jenny Graham.