←Recommendations of Tree

“I think that I shall never see a poem lovely as a tree…” Wait. What tree? Which tree? Maybe the poem is better than the tree… that was never there. Or maybe the poem isn’t written yet.. or maybe the playwright is having too much fun with a character who can’t see the forest for the tree.. or maybe you decide. Engaging, fast, witty and a treat for tree-huggers everywhere.

Jacquies stone circle stories always conjure up magic and make us question ourselves, personally and as humans. Wether there was a tree in the circle or not really isn't the point here, for here we question what we are doing to our planet at an alarming rate. I believe these short plays should be required performances pieces for students.
And as always, the playwright weaves in her subtle and brilliant humour.
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This was such a fun read! Jacquelyn writes a thought provoking piece in 4 pages. This play was unpredictable and made me laugh, and made me think. Such a good one!

Yeah, makes one laugh which is always fun, fleshes out interest with a minimum of words, nice play on silly political thoughts and ideas, a fun read.

Banter! Turnabouts! That button! You're in the hands of a master when you're in Jacquelyn Floyd-Priskorn's Stone Circle. Spend some time under the spell of this TREE. Also, some clever director is going to find the perfect combination of these vignettes, put them in just the right order, and bring their house down. I'll travel to see that production.

Another terrific entry in Jacquie Floyd-Priskorn’s stone circle series. I read the latest two out of order, but what strikes me about this one and others in the series is a recurring theme of someone wanting to be seen. In this case, the tone is comical with an overzealous environmentalist and someone trying to be understanding but who is essentially ignored. Enter a third party to resolve everything, at least until the next play. Lots of laughs, fun, and a bird bath!

Some people want to be problem solvers. Some people just want to be the problem. Or at least WANT there to be a problem. Em is just such a person. I don't think Em is going to want to hear anything from Drew, no matter how well intentioned. Jacquie Floyd wants to entertain, and THAT is at the root of this play. She does that in this charming little play about environmentalism and seeing the forest for the tree that isn't there. As for the last character, Leif? Well, they just want a bird bath, and that can solve anything.

What a charming, efficient little play! Is it about a tree, or is it about the relationship between a less-than-observant person who feels big things and the thoughtful observer who feels big things about the first guy?

Hint: It's not about a tree because... there isn't one! Ha!

I think we've all been in this situation, trying to offer advice or suggestions to someone who seemingly doesn't want any of it. The fantastic button at the end of this play brings it full [stone] circle, and comes with a satisfying dose of visceral relief... for Drew AND the audience! FUN!