Long before the humble bragging and image curating that has become ubiquitous on social media there were Christmas letters, the annual missives we love to hate. Debra Cole has written a lovely short play that taps into all that is both silly and endearing about those letters ... adding a poignant twist at the end that evokes the tender emotions we cherish during the holidays. I listened to the beautifully-produced podcast version done by Theatrical Shenanigans. You should, too!

I've recommended this play once before, as a reader but recently I had the great honour of producing it as an audio play for Theatrical Shenanigans. Its a wonderful piece that brought a smile to my face as I thought of this woman trying to create the perfect newsletter. The characters of Stella and Dan are so real and the quick witted back and forth won't fail to put a smile on your face. Its a Deb specialty, wonderfully presented and offers emotions in spades!

Christmas letters. Love em’ or hate ‘em, they do serve a purpose. But what if this was going to be the last one you ever wrote? How much to include (or not) takes on a new level of importance. A humorous critique of Stella’s annual letter with a poignant twist and a reminder of what’s really important: “…gratitude for love, family, and every precious moment together…” A wonderful holiday play to see with family and friends.