Scripted
Outside In is dedicated to uplifting theatrical stories that reflect the world we come from, we currently live in and we aspire to create in the future. We support new plays by diverse artists that enlighten our existence and connect us to our communities. Through development we bring the seed of an idea to bloom into a production. We are interested in the process and strive to build brave spaces with resources that will nurture artists to take risks and reach farther than they ever have. We know that we are a step in the journey of a play, a launching pad to the next stop as we give these stories to Los Angeles and the world.
Current Productions
Suburban Black Girl
Created & Performed by Zakiya Urbi Young
Directed by Jacole Kitchen
Outside In Theatre continues its development and presentation of premiere solo theatrical performances in our ArtBox studio space with this limited run of Zakiya Urbi Young’s SUBURBAN BLACK GIRL.
In Community
Outside In Theatre thrives on collaboration and shared inspiration. Beyond our in-house productions, we hold space and celebrate a diverse community of artists—students, teachers, actors, improvisers, directors, designers, producers, and filmmakers—who enrich and strengthen our artistic ecosystem.
Cambodian Rock Band
Presented by East West Players in community with Outside In Theatre
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Part-play, part-rock concert, the Los Angeles Premiere of Lauren Yee’s CAMBODIAN ROCK BAND, directed by Chay Yew and featuring music by Dengue Fever, explores the story of a Khmer Rouge survivor as he returns to Cambodia after 30 long years.
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Defining Courage
Presented in community with Japan American National Museum and Outside In Theatre
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A journey into the legacy of the Nisei Soldier, Americans of Japanese ancestry who served in the segregated military units of the 100th IB, 442nd RCT, MIS, and 522nd FAB. Considered the greatest fighting units in American military history, most have never heard their extraordinary stories.
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Upcoming
Past productions
