←Recommendations of A Ruby in a Sky of Diamonds

The gorgeous leisurely flow Christopher Plumridge creates in this 10-minute beauty perfectly mirrors the summer solstice, taking us right into the mood of the evening. His reference of well-known songs further sets the tone as we are swept away into April's world, grieving with her as she longs for love and finds that it was smiling upon her all along. The meaningful reveal takes this piece to another level, leaving me with the very same commingling of emotions that I get when stargazing on a summer's night. Magnificent!

Christopher Plumridge demonstrates his mastery of crafting emotionally resonant characters and dialogue in "A Ruby in a Sky of Diamonds." Through the exchange between April and Summer, Plumridge develops a deep, real connection between mother and daughter that transcends the boundaries of life and death. The playwright's ability to bring the conversation to a perfect balance of humor, vulnerability, and love and his keen understanding of human relationships. The dialogue flows naturally, revealing the character's deep feelings and desires while propelling the story forward.

A beautiful sonnet to a love that overcomes grief and touches the heart string as so many wish. April and Summer are a pair that bring out the best in each other. A tender, beautiful play.

What a beautiful story. Well written characters and a sweet tender moment between April and Summer brought the biggest smile to my face. A gorgeous play that I would happily see performed.

A very tender piece that touches on the themes of grief and hoping to become who everyone around you thinks you should be. This hits all the right notes.

There is a night sky of stars. A meeting of minds about love and all its possibilities. And ultimately a connection to love everlasting in all its poignancy and possibilities. Plumridge has fashioned an ode to love that you will carry in your heart. Always. He shows you that love is always. It’s what we all wish.

A beautiful piece about love and how the loss of a loved one can affect us on the most fundamental level. As someone who has lost a parent, this play is very resonating. Christopher has masterfully given us all what we secretly wish. Just one more moment. Rich with symbolism and texture, A Ruby In A Sky Of Diamonds is a great addition to any festival or collection.

A sweet allegory that has a delightful sense of rhythm that reads like a dance. This short play explores a touching relationship between two characters while asking the audience to reflect on a bigger picture within the symbolism and wonder about the patterns and cyclical nature of life.

Simple. Clean. Sweet. Touching. Complicated - a moment between two women and the night sky. I had the pleasure of hearing this read at Literary Discourse Society's Sunday ZOOM. CHRISTOPHER PLUMRIDGE skillfully writes for two humans... naturally connecting in a busy world. The surprise is the best part. Beautiful.

What begins as an enticing and serene scene beneath the stars turns into something completely unexpected, and deeply poignant. Plumridge's short is a meditation on life, grief, and moving forward with both. Just a lovely and touching little play, with the perfect spice of surrealism hidden inside.