Since 1969, the New Playwrights Foundation is a nonprofit foundation working to aid, nurture and develop lesser-known local writers. Tonight the foundation opens its doors to present a reading of “The Gift,” a full length musical adaptation of O. Henry’s famous short story, “The Gift of the Magi.” Visitors are welcome to attend tonight’s free reading. To reserve a spot, e-mail mailto: Or give them a call at (310) 393-3682 for directions and other information. Log onto http://www.NewPlaywrights.org.
Originally published in the Santa Monica Daily Press print edition on July 21, 2006. Read the original PDF.