The Studio Collaborative: LOVE, SEX AND THE I.R.S.
Company: In the Moment Productions
Dates: Jan. 26, 27 @ 8pm, Jan. 28 @ 2pm, 2024
Tickets: $20
All Collaborative Shows do not have assigned seating, so it is first come, first serve.
PLEASE NOTE: The Studio Theater is on the 2nd Floor. It is only accessible by stairs; there is no elevator.
Description:
A WILD farce. Jon Trachtman and Leslie Arthur are out of work musicians who room together. To save money, Jon has filed tax returns listing them as married. The day of reckoning comes when the IRS informs the ” couple” they’re going to be investigated by Mr. Spinner. Leslie masquerades as a housewife, aided by Jon’s fiancee, Kate. Complicating matters further Leslie and Kate are having an affair. Jon’s mother drops in unexpectedly to meet her son’s fiancee, and Leslie’s ex-girlfriend shows up demanding to know why Leslie has changed and won’t see her anymore.
Company Statement:
We are a company formed just before the pandemic. Our main goal is to help people laugh throughout these tough times we are enduring as we hope to put a smile on people’s faces again.
The LBP Studio Collaborative Season offers outside, local theatre companies and performing arts organizations the opportunity to produce their own shows in our Studio Theater.
January 26, 2024
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January 28, 2024
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5:00 pm
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The Studio Collaborative: THAT ONE PUPPET SHOW
Company: Geneviève Flati, Producer
Dates: Jan. 19, 20 @ 8pm, Jan. 21 @ 2pm, 2024
Tickets: $20
All Collaborative Shows do not have assigned seating, so it is first come, first serve.
PLEASE NOTE: The Studio Theater is on the 2nd Floor. It is only accessible by stairs; there is no elevator.
Description:
Have you ever wondered what goes on under the camera on the set of The Muppets? “That One Puppet Show” is a musical comedy variety show featuring puppeteers from Hollywood and Broadway. Combined, the cast’s credits include: The Muppets, Sesame Street, The Jim Henson Company, Disney, Nickelodeon, HBO, Netflix, Showtime, and more! This live show has everything from our favorite original sketches to full blown musical numbers. Come out for a night that promises a riotous blend of nostalgia, innovation, raffles, guest appearances, music, and comedy performances by some of the most famous people you’ve never heard of. A portion of the ticket sales of this production will be donated to a 501(c)(3) non-profit organization. Ages 16+
Company Statement:
“That One Puppet Show” was created by Genevieve Flati, Danny Montooth, and Art Vega in 2015 while they were puppeteers together at Disneyland for “Disney Junior Live on Stage!” They created this show to make each other laugh, hang out and create something together, and showcase newer and under-represented performers with fresh ideas and approaches to what puppeteering can be.
The LBP Studio Collaborative Season offers outside, local theatre companies and performing arts organizations the opportunity to produce their own shows in our Studio Theater.
January 19, 2024
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January 21, 2024
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5:00 pm
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The Studio Collaborative: BECOMING AUSTIN NATION: From Crack to PhD: A Drag Queen’s Story
Company: Austin Nation, Producer
Dates: Jan. 12, 13 @ 8pm, Jan. 14 @ 2pm, 2024
Tickets: $15
All Collaborative Shows do not have assigned seating, so it is first come, first serve.
PLEASE NOTE: The Studio Theater is on the 2nd Floor. It is only accessible by stairs; there is no elevator.
Description:
Diagnosed with HIV/AIDS at the age of 26, this is the story of a person facing his own mortality until the release of the life extending drug AZT. At 40, Austin beat back his demons and is living his best life as a drag performer and a professor at Cal State Fullerton. It’s a story you don’t want to miss!
Nominated by BROADWAYWORLD LOS ANGELES for Best Cabaret/Concert/Solo Performance and recently performing Off – off-Broadway in NYC, Austin Nation will share his entertaining and humorous autobiographical piece, From Crack to PhD: A Drag Queen’s Story.
Gold Sponsors for BECOMING AUSTIN NATION are:

Bronze Sponsors for BECOMING AUSTIN NATION are:
Ron Frederick at RonFrederickMusic.com
Jessica and Jaqueline Ellis
Rita White
The LBP Studio Collaborative Season offers outside, local theatre companies and performing arts organizations the opportunity to produce their own shows in our Studio Theater.
January 12, 2024
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8:00 pm
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January 14, 2024
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10:00 pm
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The Studio Collaborative: MISSED CONNECTIONS: Dramatic Readings of Postings from Craigslist
Company: Jill Johnson, Producer
Dates: Jan. 6 @ 8pm, 2024
Tickets: $15
All Collaborative Shows do not have assigned seating, so it is first come, first serve.
PLEASE NOTE: The Studio Theater is on the 2nd Floor. It is only accessible by stairs, there is no elevator.
Description:
Missed Connections is dramatic readings of actual postings from Craigslist performed by some of Orange County’s most talented actors. Taken straight from the internet, this show was conceived and produced by Jill Johnson, who has spent way too much time reading through all of debauchery on Craigslist for your entertainment. Each show is unique and is brought to life by the incredibly dedicated actors who perform each piece. This is something you don’t want to miss!
The LBP Studio Collaborative Season offers outside, local theatre companies and performing arts organizations the opportunity to produce their own shows in our Studio Theater.
January 6, 2024
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8:00 pm
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10:00 pm
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