From its introduction in 2005 to its recent feature in American Theatre magazine, LAUNCH PAD is back at the University of California, Santa Barbara this summer with free readings of three new plays: Power Trio by Melinda Lopez, Strange Birds by E.M. Lewis, and Everybody’s Favorite Mothers by James Still. All three award-winning playwrights collaborate with a team of students to develop and bring to life their new works, and those interested can come watch the process of developing plays.
“Every summer we invite three professional playwrights to UCSB to develop their new works in collaboration with a team of talented students. Each play goes through a highly energetic, evolutionary, four-day workshop culminating in a reading for an audience” from Risa Brainin, LAUNCH PAD Founder and Artistic Director.
Celebrating its 18th year this summer, LAUNCH PAD is something to not be missed, especially for theater lovers.