Brian Hostenske, Justin Figueroa, Erika Whalen, Jennifer Chang, Justin Michael Duval and Jennifer Parsons Photo

From: Photo Flash: The Brand New Kid At South Coast Repertory, Runs 5/29 - 6/14

South Coast Repertory will present The Brand New Kid, a musical lesson in tolerance and acceptance, adapted from Emmy Award-winning author Katie Couric's book, as part of its Theatre for Young Audience (TYA) series. Directed by Shelley Butler, with book by Melanie Marnich, music by Michael Friedman and lyrics by both, The Brand New Kid will run May 29 through June 14 on the Julianne Argyros Stage. Low-priced previews are available May 29 - June 5. Opening day is June 6. Press performance is May 31 at 2:00 p.m. All children who attend the 11:00 a.m. Target Family Performance on Saturday, June 6 will receive a free gift. Tickets to The Brand New Kid may be purchased online at www.scr.org, by phone at (714) 708-5555 or in person at the SCR box office.