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Begins December 6!

Accept no substitutes! Our holiday tradition now in its 14th year! December 6 - 23

Based on the performance edition by Charles Dickens, adapted by ISC
Performed by David Melville, with Kalean Ung
Directed by Melissa Chalsma

“Overflows with poetry and drama ... it simply must not be missed.” On Stage Los Angeles

“Some of the best laughs to be found on stage.” Broadway World

This December, join us as the ISC Studio transforms into a cozy Victorian drawing room and we welcome Mr. Dickens himself to our stage. David Melville plays the author and gives a virtuoso performance as nearly all the characters in the story. It is truly A Christmas Carol like no other!

Recommended for ages 8 and up.

Thursday and Friday performances will be followed by flaming punch.

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One night only:

Dr. Pinch’s Holiday Spectacular
December 15 at 7:30 (bar opens at 7:00)
18 and over only

Our annual holiday vaudeville extraordinaire returns! Dr. Pinch and the Pinchtones welcome special guests for an evening of inappropriate comedy, swinging music, and a rousing round of hide the pickle. Kick up you heels, drown your sorrows, and get festive with us.

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Playing now in the Studio:

World Premiere!
October 26 - November 18

Written & Performed by Kalean Ung
Music by Chinary Ung
Directed by Marina McClure

“This is art we desperately need.” Theatre Ghost

Developed in the ISC Studio, Kalean Ung’s multimedia solo show weaves together her Cambodian family’s refugee story, the story of her own journey as a first-generation immigrant, and Shakespeare’s iconic female characters. It’s a unique evening at the theater by one of ISC’s ensemble members.

Dates and information on post-show discussions.

Join us on Instagram @indyshakes

"This is a tale of the unveiling of love. Love long hidden, because loved ones’ sufferings are too painful to recall. Love that spares nothing in reaching for the other, love that affirms and reweaves a shattered family, and a nearly lost culture. Love that makes life worth living." (THEATRE GHOST) 💓 Join us for the final performances of LETTERS FROM HOME this weekend (11/16-11/18) 📷: @grettelcortesphotography
"This is a tale of the unveiling of love. Love long hidden, because loved ones’ sufferings are too painful to recall. Love that spares nothing in reaching for the other, love that affirms and reweaves a shattered family, and a nearly lost culture. Love that makes life worth living." (THEATRE GHOST) 💓 Join us for the final performances of LETTERS FROM HOME this weekend (11/16-11/18) 📷: @grettelcortesphotography
Audiences are raving about LETTERS FROM HOME: "Beautifully crafted and deeply moving, at once personal and universal...everything works so well together, from the striking, painterly panels that comprise the set to the wonderful music, which manages to surpass expectations! The writing and performance are simply perfect. Bravo." – audience members Lois and Mark. Final performances of #LettersFromHomeShow by @cambocombo are this weekend! 📷: @grettelcortesphotography
Audiences are raving about LETTERS FROM HOME: "Beautifully crafted and deeply moving, at once personal and universal...everything works so well together, from the striking, painterly panels that comprise the set to the wonderful music, which manages to surpass expectations! The writing and performance are simply perfect. Bravo." – audience members Lois and Mark. Final performances of #LettersFromHomeShow by @cambocombo are this weekend! 📷: @grettelcortesphotography
Don't miss the final performances of LETTERS FROM HOME this weekend! "This is art we desperately need, art that makes the life and suffering of an immigrant community real for us — not by lecturing, but by letting us share a voyage of astonishing discovery." – Theatre Ghost 📷: @grettelcortesphotography
Don't miss the final performances of LETTERS FROM HOME this weekend! "This is art we desperately need, art that makes the life and suffering of an immigrant community real for us — not by lecturing, but by letting us share a voyage of astonishing discovery." – Theatre Ghost 📷: @grettelcortesphotography
LETTERS FROM HOME is "thought-provoking...told with words, music, singing, projections, old pictures, and artistic panels on the stage that seem to find life of their own" (The Fume of Sighs). ONLY 3 MORE PERFORMANCES! 📷: @grettelcortesphotography
LETTERS FROM HOME is "thought-provoking...told with words, music, singing, projections, old pictures, and artistic panels on the stage that seem to find life of their own" (The Fume of Sighs). ONLY 3 MORE PERFORMANCES! 📷: @grettelcortesphotography
Showmag.com says "Kalean Ung has unique stories to tell...[stories] that demand discussion." Final weekend of performances of #LetterFromHomeShow this Friday through Sunday! Saturday's performance will be followed by a special post-show discussion with Dr. Sophal Ear. 🎟️: iscla.org 📷: @grettelcortesphotography
Showmag.com says "Kalean Ung has unique stories to tell...[stories] that demand discussion." Final weekend of performances of #LetterFromHomeShow this Friday through Sunday! Saturday's performance will be followed by a special post-show discussion with Dr. Sophal Ear. 🎟️: iscla.org 📷: @grettelcortesphotography
This Saturday (11/17), join us after LETTERS FROM HOME for a discussion with Dr. Sophal Ear, Professor of Diplomacy & World Affairs at @occidentalcollege and writer/narrator of the award-winning doc "The End/Beginning: Cambodia."
This Saturday (11/17), join us after LETTERS FROM HOME for a discussion with Dr. Sophal Ear, Professor of Diplomacy & World Affairs at @occidentalcollege and writer/narrator of the award-winning doc "The End/Beginning: Cambodia."
LETTERS FROM HOME is "a magnificent production of a truly remarkable piece of writing" (Theater Ghost). Don't miss it this weekend! Tickets at the link in our bio. 📷: @grettelcortesphotography
LETTERS FROM HOME is "a magnificent production of a truly remarkable piece of writing" (Theater Ghost). Don't miss it this weekend! Tickets at the link in our bio. 📷: @grettelcortesphotography
ONLY 6 MORE PERFORMANCES! Do not miss #LettersFromHomeShow by @cambocombo at the #ISCStudio Tickets at http://iscla.org 📷: @grettelcortesphotography
ONLY 6 MORE PERFORMANCES! Do not miss #LettersFromHomeShow by @cambocombo at the #ISCStudio Tickets at http://iscla.org 📷: @grettelcortesphotography
We are pleased to have community advocate Chan Hopson at the ISC Studio! Dedicated to connecting Khmer families to health education resources and the recipient of numerous humanitarian awards, Chan is also the Founder and Executive Director of The Khmer Parent Association in Long Beach and her Annual Southeast Asian Scholarship Program is aimed at addressing the education gap. She will join Kalean for a discussion about LETTERS FROM HOME and the importance of of Kalean's work in telling her family story.
We are pleased to have community advocate Chan Hopson at the ISC Studio! Dedicated to connecting Khmer families to health education resources and the recipient of numerous humanitarian awards, Chan is also the Founder and Executive Director of The Khmer Parent Association in Long Beach and her Annual Southeast Asian Scholarship Program is aimed at addressing the education gap. She will join Kalean for a discussion about LETTERS FROM HOME and the importance of of Kalean's work in telling her family story.
Join us in the #ISCstudio for this staged reading of a new musical, ESSIE JONES. In the early 1900's, Essie, a poor Jewish girl in Philadelphia, has to substitute her dreams of education for life on the streets. With the help of a society lady who believes in her, she starts her own business but it is soon destroyed by Philadelphia’s patriarchy. Back on the street again, Essie finds herself saving a desperate young prostitute and discovers her real purpose.
Join us in the #ISCstudio for this staged reading of a new musical, ESSIE JONES. In the early 1900's, Essie, a poor Jewish girl in Philadelphia, has to substitute her dreams of education for life on the streets. With the help of a society lady who believes in her, she starts her own business but it is soon destroyed by Philadelphia’s patriarchy. Back on the street again, Essie finds herself saving a desperate young prostitute and discovers her real purpose.
"This is a tale of the unveiling of love. Love long hidden, because loved ones’ sufferings are too painful to recall. Love that spares nothing in reaching for the other, love that affirms and reweaves a shattered family, and a nearly lost culture. Love that makes life worth living." (THEATRE GHOST) 💓 Join us for the final performances of LETTERS FROM HOME this weekend (11/16-11/18) 📷: @grettelcortesphotography Audiences are raving about LETTERS FROM HOME: "Beautifully crafted and deeply moving, at once personal and universal...everything works so well together, from the striking, painterly panels that comprise the set to the wonderful music, which manages to surpass expectations! The writing and performance are simply perfect. Bravo." – audience members Lois and Mark. Final performances of #LettersFromHomeShow by @cambocombo are this weekend! 📷: @grettelcortesphotography Don't miss the final performances of LETTERS FROM HOME this weekend! "This is art we desperately need, art that makes the life and suffering of an immigrant community real for us — not by lecturing, but by letting us share a voyage of astonishing discovery." – Theatre Ghost 📷: @grettelcortesphotography LETTERS FROM HOME is "thought-provoking...told with words, music, singing, projections, old pictures, and artistic panels on the stage that seem to find life of their own" (The Fume of Sighs). ONLY 3 MORE PERFORMANCES! 📷: @grettelcortesphotography Showmag.com says "Kalean Ung has unique stories to tell...[stories] that demand discussion." Final weekend of performances of #LetterFromHomeShow this Friday through Sunday! Saturday's performance will be followed by a special post-show discussion with Dr. Sophal Ear. 🎟️: iscla.org 📷: @grettelcortesphotography This Saturday (11/17), join us after LETTERS FROM HOME for a discussion with Dr. Sophal Ear, Professor of Diplomacy & World Affairs at @occidentalcollege and writer/narrator of the award-winning doc "The End/Beginning: Cambodia." LETTERS FROM HOME is "a magnificent production of a truly remarkable piece of writing" (Theater Ghost). Don't miss it this weekend! Tickets at the link in our bio. 📷: @grettelcortesphotography ONLY 6 MORE PERFORMANCES! Do not miss #LettersFromHomeShow by @cambocombo at the #ISCStudio Tickets at http://iscla.org 📷: @grettelcortesphotography We are pleased to have community advocate Chan Hopson at the ISC Studio! Dedicated to connecting Khmer families to health education resources and the recipient of numerous humanitarian awards, Chan is also the Founder and Executive Director of The Khmer Parent Association in Long Beach and her Annual Southeast Asian Scholarship Program is aimed at addressing the education gap. She will join Kalean for a discussion about LETTERS FROM HOME and the importance of of Kalean's work in telling her family story. Join us in the #ISCstudio for this staged reading of a new musical, ESSIE JONES. In the early 1900's, Essie, a poor Jewish girl in Philadelphia, has to substitute her dreams of education for life on the streets. With the help of a society lady who believes in her, she starts her own business but it is soon destroyed by Philadelphia’s patriarchy. Back on the street again, Essie finds herself saving a desperate young prostitute and discovers her real purpose.