Up Next in the Lab

Furies

By Joshua H. Cohen

November 5-8, 2026 at Stage Left Theatre

How far would you go for justice?

Sharp, surprising, and laugh-out-loud funny, Furies explores what happens when doing the right thing isn’t nearly as simple as it seems. Three sisters find themselves confronted with a situation that forces them to reckon with grief, justice, revenge, and the complicated territory in between. Thought-provoking without ever losing its sense of fun, this bold new play invites audiences to laugh, question, and consider just how far they might go when justice is on the line.

Join us at the Stage Left Theatre for this special workshop production and be part of the creative process as Furies continues its journey to the stage. Each performance includes a talkback with the playwright, director, and cast.

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Announcing our 2026 Workshop Series

We are proud to announce the scripts we will be workshopping in our 2026 Workshop season! Be sure to join us for these workshop performances and post-show conversations with the playwrights.

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We’re thrilled to present our 2026 workshop series with a full season of bold, original new scripts. Our commitment to fostering new scripts and developing fresh, compelling stories remains at the heart of everything we do. Join us as we premiere dynamic new works, giving audiences a first look at the next wave of powerful storytelling from Spokane’s own playwrights. Stay tuned for more details, and get ready to experience the next chapter of Spokane’s vibrant storytelling community!

All workshops are brought to you by the generous support of:

Our Mission

Change Lives Through Story.

Spokane Playwrights Laboratory exists to help original stories find their fullest expression. Through an intensive, collaborative process of script development, professional artistic guidance, and meaningful audience engagement, we give playwrights the time, resources, and creative freedom to discover what their work can become.

We believe new plays grow stronger when artists are given room to experiment, take risks, ask difficult questions, and learn from one another. By bringing playwrights, actors, directors, and audiences together, we create an environment where new work can evolve, unexpected discoveries can happen, and original voices can be heard.

We are committed to treating every creative voice with respect and giving each artist a meaningful opportunity to develop their work. We champion stories that challenge perspectives, deepen understanding, and connect us to one another.

Because developing a play isn’t simply about preparing it for the stage. It’s about discovering the story only that playwright can tell, and helping it make its way into the world.

Our Vision

We envision a thriving theatrical landscape where original stories are valued, playwrights are empowered to take creative risks, and audiences are active participants in the creation of new work.

As a nationally engaged new-play development organization rooted in the Inland Northwest, Spokane Playwrights Laboratory seeks to expand opportunities for playwrights, cultivate meaningful artistic partnerships, and strengthen our region’s creative community. We believe that when we invest in the development of new stories, we create opportunities for connection, understanding, and lasting change.

SPL offers a unique, extended workshop experience. We affectionately call it Lab Time. Click the button below to take a peek at how SPL does what it does.

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We’ve partnered with Blue Door Theatre!

We are always excited to welcome new collaborators! If you are a theatre artist, writing enthusiast, volunteer, or friendly face, please fill out the form below. We will contact you directly. See you in the Lab!

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