A Definitive Ranking of My Closest Friends

by Jay Stalder

A short comedy about a definitely possibly toxic group of six friends, whose time together always seems to end in hurt feelings. They’re nearly out the door for their annual camping trip when a private note is found on the ground. On this small piece of paper are all of their names, ranked.

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A Definitive Ranking of My Closest Friends

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Shaun Leisher: A Definitive Ranking of My Closest Friends by Jay Stalder

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A really funny and short ensemble play. Loved the dynamic of this group of people. Stalder brilliantly creates conflict among this friend group.

A really funny and short ensemble play. Loved the dynamic of this group of people. Stalder brilliantly creates conflict among this friend group.

”
Arthur M Jolly: A Definitive Ranking of My Closest Friends by Jay Stalder

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Wickedly funny, a true ensemble piece that explores the mutable dynamics of friend groups with laser focus and a satirical eye. The play captures the complexity of the characters's relationships with vivid detail, and unmerciless humor. You won't forget Aaron and his closest friends.

Wickedly funny, a true ensemble piece that explores the mutable dynamics of friend groups with laser focus and a satirical eye. The play captures the complexity of the characters's relationships with vivid detail, and unmerciless humor. You won't forget Aaron and his closest friends.

”

Character Information

FINN

another close friend

Character Age

25

Character Gender Identity

(they/them)
Can be played by:
- Actor Age
  
  20s,
  
  30s
- Actor Gender Identity
  
  Non-binary
AARON

Bridget’s best friend

Character Age

25

Character Gender Identity

(he/him)
Can be played by:
- Actor Age
  
  20s,
  
  30s
- Actor Gender Identity
  
  Male
BRIDGET

Aaron’s best friend

Character Age

25

Character Gender Identity

(she/her)
Can be played by:
- Actor Age
  
  20s,
  
  30s
- Actor Gender Identity
  
  Female
COOPER

dating Drew

Character Age

25

Character Gender Identity

(he/him)
Can be played by:
- Actor Age
  
  20s,
  
  30s
- Actor Gender Identity
  
  Male
DREW

dating Cooper

Character Age

25

Character Gender Identity

(she/her)
Can be played by:
- Actor Age
  
  20s,
  
  30s
- Actor Gender Identity
  
  Female
ELI

another close friend

Character Age

25

Character Gender Identity

(he/him)
Can be played by:
- Actor Age
  
  20s,
  
  30s
- Actor Gender Identity
  
  Male

Production History

Type Fringe, Organization The Hollywood Fringe Festival, Year 2023

Awards

Festival Winner

The 49th Annual Samuel French Off Off Broadway Short Play Festival

Winner

2024