Back in the early days of television (the 1990s), writers hoping to break in would write episodes of existing shows; these "spec" scripts were never meant to be produced, only to serve as samples for the aspiring writer. Spec scripts have gone out of fashion, but, in addition to being a great way to learn the craft, they were a lot of fun! You got to see the stamp individual writers put on your favorite shows.
In Retrospecs, we dig those old scripts by established writers out of their drawers and expose them to the warm light of the Elysian stage. Starring actors you know and love from TV, film, comedy, and the stage. From Girls to Gilmore Girls, from the Big Bang Theory to Buffy, get NEW EPISODES of your favorite shows, written by writers who never wrote for those shows! Only from Retrospecs.
Produced and presented by Ben Blacker (Thrilling Adventure Hour; Dead Pilots Society)
Associate produced by Will Choi (Asian AF)
The May 19 show benefits Green Envelope Grocery Aid! Featuring:
Succession written by the notorious parody account creator Fake Carol Lombardini.
Seinfeld by David Iserson (New Girl; The Spy Who Dumped Me)
Green Envelope Grocery Aid is a grassroots effort to provide mutual aid to all entertainment industry members in need during difficult times. Launched during the 2023 strikes, Green Envelope raised $264,000 and provided aid to 2,698 industry workers. Apply for a grant or donate here.
Doors at 1:30 PM, Show starts at 2:00 PM
Seating begins 15 minutes before showtime, there is NO LATE SEATING. Seats are assigned on a first come first served basis, from the front of the theatre to the back. If you want to sit closer, be sure to arrive earlier.
Shows start no later than 10 MINUTES after the scheduled show time.