Original works ready to be performed.
Interested in licensing one of Lauren’s works, or commissioning a piece specific to your group? Email Lauren directly (lauren@carnfamily.com) or use the contact form here.
All scripts are currently unpublished, but available for licensing through Lauren directly.
University (T)Wits
University (T)Wits is a quick-witted and campy musical following William Shakespeare’s journey to become the writer we know and love. Determined to make it into the College Writing Troupe, The University Wits, he faces off with frat boy Christopher Marlowe, meets his love Anne Hathaway, and struggles for his father’s approval. With the support of a mysterious scholarship and the encouragement of his imaginary friends Hamlet, Romeo, and Juliet, William realizes you may not always need a troupe to become one of the greats.
Consolation Prize
Julia, a college-aged student, reluctantly revisits not-so-pleasant memories of the past. Erin, her therapist, helps Julia heal from growing up in a household where Bipolar disorder took hold of her Father, and remember the women in her life who helped protect a young Julia. In an exploration of mental health and its impact on families, Consolation Prize offers a new perspective for how we think and feel about our loved ones influence’s on our lives.
Winner of the Future Promising Young Playwright Scholarship through the University of Utah .
Victim of the Beast 666
An exploration of iconic Salt Lake City lore, Victim of the Beast 666 follows Lily as she falls for the stereotypical bad boy, Elmer. It is only after they run away together that Lily learns they are being followed by “the beast.” Is it a paranormal spirit? A secret government agency? A bondman eager to be paid? Is the beast even real? As Elmer and Lily make their way through Utah, they realize whatever nefarious being is after them is only getting closer.
Developed through the University of Utah’s New Play Workshop.
Other Works
Belly of the Beast – An original work developed for and alongside middle school actors.
After a threatening storm, a group of sailors find themselves inside the belly of the legendary Kraken. But they soon realize, they are not alone.
Mafia in the Outfield – A short play developed for and alongside middle school actors.
It is your typical baseball game on your typical summer day. Or is it? When the mafia show up at America’s favorite past time, chaos ensues!
Ollie Does NOT Love Science
Ollie loves to perform. He loves to sing with his choir, dance with his sister, and act with his friends. But, Ollie does NOT love science. When Ollie is nervous for his upcoming science fair, he uses skills he has learned from his performance classes to grow his confidence. He learns that the science fair really isn’t that different than performing.
An original children’s book, now available on Amazon.
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