Rehearsing Red, written by John Logan & directed by J. Scott Lapp - Laguna Playhouse
Previews began June 10, 2026; opening June 13, 2026; closing June 28, 2026
Previews began June 10, 2026; opening June 13, 2026; closing June 28, 2026
Set in 1950s New York, a demanding Mark Rothko struggles with artistic integrity and his legacy while working on a lucrative commission, clashing with his idealistic young assistant, Ken, who challenges the mentor's view of art and life.
Written by John Logan
Directed by J. Scott Lapp
Scenic Designer - Stephen Gifford
Costume Designer - Dianne K. Graebner
Lighting Designer - Jared A. Sayeg
Sound Designer - Ian Scot Williams
Properties Designer - Kevin Williams
Production Stage Manager - Kyrsten Goodrich
Production Manager - Jordan Muller
Production Management Assistant - Devon Rieckhof
CAST
Rob Nagle - Rothko
James Hayden Rodriguez - Ken
Brian Wallace - Rothko (Understudy)
Coby Rogers - Ken (Understudy)
Directed by J. Scott Lapp
Scenic Designer - Stephen Gifford
Costume Designer - Dianne K. Graebner
Lighting Designer - Jared A. Sayeg
Sound Designer - Ian Scot Williams
Properties Designer - Kevin Williams
Production Stage Manager - Kyrsten Goodrich
Production Manager - Jordan Muller
Production Management Assistant - Devon Rieckhof
CAST
Rob Nagle - Rothko
James Hayden Rodriguez - Ken
Brian Wallace - Rothko (Understudy)
Coby Rogers - Ken (Understudy)
REVIEWS
Rothko field trip to MOCA Grand Avenue, Los Angeles
First Day of Rehearsal - Coby Rogers, Kyrsten Goodrich, Rob Nagle, James Hayden Rodriguez, Brian Wallace & J. Scott Lapp
James Hayden Rodriguez
Coby Rogers
Brian Wallace
PRODUCTION PHOTOS
All production photos by Jason Niedle