UPCOMING….
Lauren is directing, developing, and helping write Chasing Tornadoes, a new musical by Rob Fusari and Robin DiLauri.
Synopsis: Dive into Rob & Robin’s life as they look at all their highs and lows that led them to where they are today, on the journey to find themselves.
First showing, May 18th 2024
Stay tuned for future performances as well.
Tickets: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/chasing-tornadoes-the-journey-tickets-888360880307?aff=oddtdtcreator
Lauren will be the Intimacy Coordinator on Dog Sees God by Bert V. Royal this summer at The Hudson Theatre in L.A. June 7th-23rd 2024.
Directed by Ryan Warren
Synopsis: When CB's dog dies, he begins to question the existence of an afterlife. His best friend is too burnt out to provide any coherent speculation; his sister has gone goth; his ex-girlfriend has recently been institutionalized; and his other friends are too inebriated to give him any sort of solace. But a chance meeting with an artistic kid, the target of this group's torment, offers CB a peace of mind and means to rebel against his predictable, doormat personality.
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Somerton Man, written by Justin Witwick (https://www.justinwitwick.com/)
A new true crime musical will be performed at The Green Room 42, on January 14th at 1PM.
Synopsis: In this true crime musical, Thomas Keane is an American CIA spy, covering as a Ballerina, sent to Australia for reconnaissance on Soviet Agents following WWII. The young and unsuspecting Russian agent, Jestyn is in Australia on her own mission from her husband/superior Aleksei. The two cross paths and a potential romance buds. However, over a confrontation, things escalate and many things remain a mystery, but one thing is clear; Thomas is dead. This is where our local Australian police force comes in. Detective Thompson is trying to keep order in a wiley district while being underfunded, understaffed, and comes face to face with addiction. The two staff on hand, Officer Wilson and Officer Clutterbuck could not be more opposite. Wilson is a fierce young woman trying to make a name for herself while Clutterbuck was grandfathered into the force and can’t seem to do much right. Will the force be able to figure out what happened to Thomas? Did Jestyn and Aleksei play into this death of Thomas? How will these characters navigate their own loss of self while trying to do what’s right? Thomas is the famous Somerton Man who’s story went unsolved for decades.
Lauren has been working on this musical since January, 2023, helping Justin adapt it and edit it as director and the book doctor. Stay tuned for future productions.
Lauren is directing a new play written by Stacie Lents at Fairleigh Dickinson University for it’s first production.
In Flipped, we delve into the intricate dynamics of the father-child relationship, exploring its profound impact on shaping the child's life and illuminating the various coping mechanisms they employ.
The production will take place at Fairleigh Dickinson University.
February 29 at 10:30 AM (Preview)
February 29 at 7:30 PM
March 1, 2 and 4 at 7:30 PM
March 2 at 10:30 PM (Special Late-Night Performance)
March 3 at 2:30 PM
Lauren is currently directing "The Altruists" by Nicky Silver as her master's thesis project at the Actors Studio Drama School, which is part of Pace University.
Cast: Anna Medley, Jacquie Bonnet, Blake Brundy, Justin Schulsohn, and Kelechi Udenkwo.
The production will go up at 80 Greenwich St, New York, NY 10006.
April 3rd 7:30 PM
April 4th 7:30 PM
April 5th 7:30 PM
April 6th 3:00 PM & 7:30 PM
CURRENTLY
Lauren is a current MFA candidate in Directing as a part of The Actors Studio Drama School at Pace University, class of 2024.
Lauren is a Co Producer and founder of 151st Film Productions, with Brant Sennet, Jordan Rubio, and Sawyer Shafer.
At 151st Productions, our mission is to create thought-provoking and emotionally resonant short films that illuminate the universal truths that connect us all. We are committed to embarking on a cinematic journey that delves deep into the intricacies of the human condition, personal relationships, and the kaleidoscope of humanity's diversity across every genre. As filmmakers and artists, we strive to amplify voices from all walks of life, ensuring that the stories we tell reflect the multifaceted nature of the world.
To see our work go to:
Lauren is one of the Co Founders and Artistic Directors of Blank Page Theatre Company.
Blank Page Theatre Co Mission: To raise questions about our social climate to facilitate conversations about the world that we find ourselves living in today.
To check out our work and what is next go to: https://blankpagetheatreco.com/
Lauren has launched her own Audition Repertoire Coaching Company, called Audition Checkup. Her mission is to help every actor find material that fits them perfectly. Audition Checkup is, a review of your uniqueness and a diagnosis of your technical skill, with a remedy of new material that fits you perfectly.
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