←Recommendations of Helping Hand

John Busser's "Helping Hand" is everything one could hope for in a satisfying tale of science fiction: an engaging, multilayered tale of worlds beyond that touches on myth and parable. All in 15 minutes. The character of the senator, in my opinion, propelled the story effortlessly and was highly believable. Beautifully done, Mr. Busser!

While the play is about a human interacting with an alien being of some kind, it's really about two people learning to communicate, to trust based on faith, and not being afraid to help each other. It's a lesson we need to see played out more on stage and elsewhere, to remind ourselves that we matter to others, and they matter to us. We're not alone and shouldn't be in it just for ourselves. Well done, I loved reading this and would love to see it staged. Its simple message is one that's needed.

On April 8, 1938; two mysterious and remarkable beings plummeted to earth from the sky. One of them became the most famed superhero of our time. The second was locked away in a high-security location, seemingly inert and left to wait…for something. This is a story about the second of this beings.. A story of hope and faith and restoration. A downright remarkable story and incredibly well told. The wait is over and I am glad I was there to witness it.

The Visitor is an enthralling and captivating creature, even through decades of abuse and misunderstanding. We are left intrigued at why they should reveal themselves at this time and to the
Senator. They are released from the expulsion from their home as they relieve the Senator of her burden. The mystery of what higher purpose the Senator will serve lingers long after her exit.

Helping Hand by John Busser offers some really strong opportunities from an acting standpoint, especially in the central exchange between the Senator and the Visitor. The roles give actors room to explore both emotional vulnerability and controlled intensity, all within a contained, high-stakes setting. The Visitor, in particular, is a unique challenge in presence and delivery, while the Senator carries a clear and satisfying arc.

This is a fascinating short play, with a story sure to inspire audience discussion. Science, mystery, and mythology combine to create a memorable encounter with the unknown that results not in dread but in hope. Lovely work.

A rather fascinating sci fi script here, open to many interpretations, which you always see in the best of the genre. There's a lot to ponder and absorb from the telling of this tale. Hoping that audiences will get to ponder and process it many times in the future.

Empathy and the desire to do good for others glow in this one-act drama. Figuratively, alongside the literal glow and other wondrous visuals John Busser incorporates into this story that touches themes of faith, friendship, and servant leadership. Beautiful script.

Perhaps there is still hope for our world, even if it comes from out of this world. John Busser has given us a beautiful story of empathy and healing that is desperately needed. It is so easy to visualize this on stage and the emotional impact it will have on audiences. Someone please make it happen.

Visit this play! It's a phenomenal short, aglow with wonder, hope, and terrific opportunities for creative, out-of-this-world stagecraft!