Recommendations of CrossTalk

  • Insha Iqbal: CrossTalk

    This play deals with the idea of being to dependent on technology in such a fun and interesting way! Anthropomorphizing the phone as Cee and letting Julius have an actual conversation with it allows for the play to be really theatrical, and the playwright does a great job of taking a conflict that is usually so cerebral and letting us see it play out in front of us. It is an incredibly funny and relatable play that makes a serious conversation easy to access.

    This play deals with the idea of being to dependent on technology in such a fun and interesting way! Anthropomorphizing the phone as Cee and letting Julius have an actual conversation with it allows for the play to be really theatrical, and the playwright does a great job of taking a conflict that is usually so cerebral and letting us see it play out in front of us. It is an incredibly funny and relatable play that makes a serious conversation easy to access.

  • Kaitlyn Huston: CrossTalk

    A fun and compelling piece that forces us to consider our relationship with technology and the ever-present convenience it provides us.

    A fun and compelling piece that forces us to consider our relationship with technology and the ever-present convenience it provides us.

  • Matthew Linder: CrossTalk

    A fun play with a good premise that resonates well with a modern audience.

    A fun play with a good premise that resonates well with a modern audience.

  • John Busser: CrossTalk

    We really are DEEPLY connected to our devices aren't we? Uncomfortably so, as Eliana Pipes shows to great effect in this charming, yet somewhat alarming look at the relationships we form with them. Cel, a personified cell phone who purports to be an extension of Julius, ever ready to help, is frustrated that he can't see all the good things she brings to the table. Which can be so true in real life relationships as well. A humorous 10 minute piece with some actual bite to it, this would be a great addition to any short works festival.

    We really are DEEPLY connected to our devices aren't we? Uncomfortably so, as Eliana Pipes shows to great effect in this charming, yet somewhat alarming look at the relationships we form with them. Cel, a personified cell phone who purports to be an extension of Julius, ever ready to help, is frustrated that he can't see all the good things she brings to the table. Which can be so true in real life relationships as well. A humorous 10 minute piece with some actual bite to it, this would be a great addition to any short works festival.

  • Emily McClain: CrossTalk

    The personification of the cellular device as a living, breathing human entity makes this comedy extremely funny and dark- you'll think about it every time your "low battery" notification comes up! The exploration of how our addiction to our phones is making our overall existence worse, not better, is relevant to everyone. Wonderful work!

    The personification of the cellular device as a living, breathing human entity makes this comedy extremely funny and dark- you'll think about it every time your "low battery" notification comes up! The exploration of how our addiction to our phones is making our overall existence worse, not better, is relevant to everyone. Wonderful work!

  • Lily Masek: CrossTalk

    Loved this! I enjoyed the dynamic between the characters and how this addresses this issue as a toxic relationship. It really puts a mirror up to the readers and myself.

    Loved this! I enjoyed the dynamic between the characters and how this addresses this issue as a toxic relationship. It really puts a mirror up to the readers and myself.

  • Paul Donnelly: CrossTalk

    A witty personification of the ways a cell phone seductively insinuates itself into every aspect of life and resists one person's effort to wean themself from its pernicious intrusions. The struggle is real!

    A witty personification of the ways a cell phone seductively insinuates itself into every aspect of life and resists one person's effort to wean themself from its pernicious intrusions. The struggle is real!

  • J. Roberson: CrossTalk

    Great look at a topic that drives us all crazy. I enjoy how the play doesn't come off as preachy and maintains a really fun energy throughout! Also really great intro to ten minute plays!

    Great look at a topic that drives us all crazy. I enjoy how the play doesn't come off as preachy and maintains a really fun energy throughout! Also really great intro to ten minute plays!

  • Abigail Thompson: CrossTalk

    An important and relevant topic lightened with witty dialogue. A fun piece that makes you laugh as well as think, and then wonder if you should be plugging in your own phone.

    An important and relevant topic lightened with witty dialogue. A fun piece that makes you laugh as well as think, and then wonder if you should be plugging in your own phone.

  • Viraj Shriwardhankar: CrossTalk

    A great spin on a modern problem talked about to death. It introduces some ideas that you may have not thought of before.

    A great spin on a modern problem talked about to death. It introduces some ideas that you may have not thought of before.