Get a rare behind-the-scenes glimpse into the future of American theatre at the 2026 DNA New Work Series from La Jolla Playhouse. Taking place May 30–31, 2026 at the Rao and Padma Makineni Play Development Center, this beloved annual program invites audiences into the earliest stages of new play and musical development through free readings and workshops from some of today’s most exciting theatre artists. Known as an incubator for groundbreaking productions, the DNA Series offers an intimate opportunity to experience bold new stories before they reach stages around the world.