An afternoon in Central Park

Tucked at the top of a staircase in University Heights lives a space set aside for imaginative live theatre. Housed in the Diversionary Theatre's Mainstage, Edward Albee's first play ("The Zoo Story") is brought to life by a new group of players under the banner of Backyard Renaissance Theatre Company.

Established just three years ago, this intense group of players has been accepted under the umbrella of La Jolla Playhouse as its Resident Theatre for 2018-2019 season. Quite an accomplishment for a three-year-old troupe.

Like Albee the Backyard Renaissance Theatre Company is dedicated to bringi...