Discover and Enjoy ITC
“Since its inception, Interact Theatre Company has become known as one of the most exciting theatrical hamlets in the urban forest.”
– F. Kathleen Foley, Los Angeles Times
“A company of hard-hitting professionals with a rare and undeniable combination of heart and expertise”
- NoHo News
The ITC Ensemble consists of professional actors, directors, writers, and designers who are passionate about bringing great stories to life.
We believe in the transcendent power of live theatre and its ability to have a positive impact on people’s lives.
We invite you to join us and enjoy a wide variety of exciting programs and productions that we offer to the public, most of which are either low-cost or free.
Prepare to embark on an enthralling journey through some of the greatest plays of our recent past as INTERACT THEATRE COMPANY, in partnership with the LOS ANGELES PUBLIC LIBRARY, proudly presents staged readings of five plays that won the Pulitzer Prize for Drama. This exceptional series, free to the public, is produced by Barry Heins and Kristen Egermeier and is presented in collaboration with Los Angeles Public Library's esteemed LA MADE cultural enrichment program, with generous support from the City of Los Angeles Department of Cultural Affairs. Performances begin in January 2024 and happen on the second Saturday of each month through May 2024 at 2 pm at the Studio City Branch Library, 12511 Moorpark Street, Studio City, CA. Admission is free, and reservations are not required.
The Pulitzer Prize Winners
7 LOS ANGELES DRAMA CRITICS CIRCLE NOMINATIONS!
• PRODUCTION
• ENSEMBLE
• ADAPTATION (Aaron Posner)
• FEATURED ACTRESS (Olivia Castanho)
• FEATURED ACTRESS (Erin Pineda)
• SET DESIGN (Evan A. Bartoletti, USA Local 829)
• LIGHTING DESIGN (Carol Doehring)
***WINNER!***
ENSEMBLE
ADAPTATION
Productions
LIFE SUCKS.
by Aaron Posner
Los Angeles Premiere
September 22nd – October 29th, 2023
The Broadwater Main Stage, Hollywood CA
”Brought to life by a delectably
versatile ensemble.”
– Charles McNulty, Los Angeles Times
Seven 2023 LOS ANGELES DRAMA CRITICS CIRCLE Nominations!
PRODUCTION (Barry Heins and Kristen Egermeier, Producers)
ENSEMBLE (John Ross Bowie, Olivia Castanho, Marc Valera, Anne Gee Byrd, Steve Vinovich, Erin Pineda, Lily Rains (Andrew Hill Newman, Stand-by; Dylan Gorenberg & Madison Leinster, Musicians)
WRITING - ADAPTATION (Aaron Posner)
FEATURED PERFORMANCES (Olivia Castanho and Erin Pineda)
SCENIC DESIGN (Evan A. Bartoletti, USA Local 829)
LIGHTING DESIGN (Carol Doehring)
Hailed on these “Best of 2023” lists!
CHARLES MCNULTY
LOS ANGELES TIMES
“TOP 9 OF 2023”
DON SHIRLEY
ANGELES STAGE
“TOP 15 OF 2023”
TERRY MORGAN
ARTSBEATLA
“10 BEST OF 2023”
TRAVIS MICHAEL HOLDER
TICKETHOLDERSLA.COM
32nd Annual Ticketholder Awards 2023
TOP TEN OF 2023 (#3)
“BEST ENSEMBLE CAST IN A PLAY”
John Ross Bowie, Anne Gee Byrd, Olivia Castanho, Erin Pineda, Lily Rains, Marc Valera, Steve Vinovich
Stand-by: Andrew Hill Newman
“BEST ADAPTATION” (Aaron Posner)
“SPECIAL COMMENDATION”
(Eric Babb, Prop Master)
Runners-up:
“BEST DIRECTION OF A PLAY” (Barry Heins)
“BEST SET DESIGN” (Evan A. Bartoletti)
”BEST COSTUME DESIGN” (Michael Mullen)
YouTube compilation video:
Rave reviews for LIFE SUCKS.!
”INVIGORATING”…
“THE ENSEMBLE IS FIRST-RATE”…
“WINNING COMEDY”… “EXHILARATING”
Los Angeles Times 10/24/2023
Read Charles McNulty's full theater review here!
Programs
INTERPLAY
Our annual summer theatre workshop offers kids 7 - 17 an opportunity to explore live theatre through games, storytelling, music, acting, art, writing, singing, dancing, and improvisation. This year, we were honored to partner with the City of Los Angeles Department of Cultural Affairs to present a four-week day camp at Lankershim Arts Center, June 12 - July 8.
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ITC FILMS
During the pandemic, we took our talents from the stage to the small screen, producing virtual theatrical performances and original short films — and, in the process, we found new paths forward for artistic discovery and re-connection with our audience. Watch our Telly Award-winning shorts here at no charge.
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PLAY READINGS
Readings of classic, contemporary and original plays and screenplays presented for the public free of charge. Play Readings and the ITC Play Lab take place every other Wednesday evening at Lankershim Arts Center from September 1st through May 31st. Free an open to the public.
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PLAY LAB
Lab Director Anita Khanzadian moderates discussion following readings of new plays and screenplays performed by the Ensemble. The Lab and Play Readings take place every other Wednesday evening at Lankershim Arts Center from September 1st through May 31st. Free and open to the public.
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L.A. PUBLIC LIBRARY
Join us for ”The Pulitzer Prize Winners,” our third season of presenting rehearsed readings of the most celebrated plays in modern American history for LA MADE – January though May 2024 at the Studio City Branch Library!
“The Tony Award® Winners” (2022) and “The Pulitzer Prize Winners: 10 Plays from 10 Decades” (2019/2020) were two staged readings series presented in partnership with Los Angeles Public Library’s LA MADE cultural enrichment program. Presented during the pandemic, “The Tony Award® Winners” could be enjoyed worldwide at no charge on BroadwayOnDemand.com.
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UCLA
Interact has been bringing staged readings of the world’s greatest plays to UCLA School of Law for 23 years. Free and open to the public.
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