←Recommendations of The Pee Test

I really enjoyed this short play. The premise is unique but I’m sure many many people have been in this situation. Very clever…and romantic.

I really enjoyed this short play. The premise is unique but I’m sure many many people have been in this situation. Very clever…and romantic.

I was so taken with this charming play: the conversational sparkles, without one false note, moving breezily from beat to beat. I was particularly intrigued and impressed with how Hoke sets things up that build up and pay off (Matt's insistence on no stopping, Darla's devil-may-care-water-drinking) while making the ramp-up look effortless. I have high hopes for Matt and Darla (and their hypothetical grandkids)!

To pee or not to pee, that is the question that looms over this charmingly quirky play that's not without a hint of creepy darkness. The way Hoke keeps turning the tables with small but surprising "shifts" keeps you guessing throughout, and leads to a destination that's both satisfying and open-ended to possibilities.

What seems like small talk of two classmates is really something deep about the nature of love, destiny, and faith in signs and wonders. Both have ridiculous notions of what a sign of compatibility, a whim of a rideshare that seems "crazy" and expecting a human to hold their bladder on a six hour car ride. Charming and delightful.

The sweetness and impulsiveness of youth! When little things are so important and the world is fresh and open. Love these characters and cheer for them. Lovely.

A charming romantic comedy, reminiscent of the opening scenes in “When Harry Met Sally” but with far more engaging and sympathetic characters; these are people you like instantly and want to spend time with. Funny, and lovely.

With characters you can't help but like and an equal parts honest-but-absurd (in the best way) take on the unique quirks of young love, Hoke has crafted a delightful and engaging short play. It's the kind of piece that inhabits that elusive sweet spot where it's complete on its own but also leaves you wondering what could possibly happen next. Overall a very enjoyable ride!

The stakes are high in this play for many reasons. Hoke does a great job in combining the awkwardness of a rideshare with the uncomfortable flirtation of young love. Throw in the potential for an "emergency" and this is a delightful experience!

As car rides go, this is a lot more interesting than the average one tank trip. There's a building of (not-so-high-stakes) suspense over what will pass first, a rest stop or Darla's bladder. A fun ride to take with interesting characters.