UPGRADED: South Coast Repertory won improved marks...

UPGRADED: South Coast Repertory won improved marks this year for community outreach (F1), but the California Arts Council says the theater can do better. Panelists noted that no SCR Mainstage productions have been directed by Latinos. . . . “You’re getting the beans, the rice, the salad, but not the main enchilada”--meaning Latino directors--joked well-known producer Phil Esparza.