Michael Lin

Michael Lin is a Boston-based playwright, actor, and Foley artist. Michael frequently alternates his attention between stage plays and audio fiction, primarily dealing in short-form comedic works. He has frequently collaborated with Boston-area theatre companies the Post-Meridian Radio Players, Theatre@First, and Flat Earth Theatre.

His current project is writing English-language audio drama adaptations of the first collection of Arsène Lupin short stories by Maurice Leblanc, seeking to effectively dramatize them within the spirit of the original texts while supplementing with additional detail and texture and improving gender parity.

Michael is a proud member of Boston's Asian American Playwright Collective.

Michael Lin is a Boston-based playwright, actor, and Foley artist. Michael frequently alternates his attention between stage plays and audio fiction, primarily dealing in short-form comedic works. He has frequently collaborated with Boston-area theatre companies the Post-Meridian Radio Players, Theatre@First, and Flat Earth Theatre.

His current project is writing English-language audio drama adaptations of the first collection of Arsène Lupin short stories by Maurice Leblanc, seeking to effectively dramatize them within the spirit of the original texts while supplementing with additional detail and texture and improving gender parity.

Michael is a proud member of Boston's Asian American Playwright Collective.

Scripts

Don't Call Us, We'll Call You

by Michael Lin

Synopsis

An actor who fundamentally doesn't understand romantic attraction makes the questionable decision to audition for a leading role in a period romance.

An actor who fundamentally doesn't understand romantic attraction makes the questionable decision to audition for a leading role in a period romance.

Gyros of Olympus

by Michael Lin

Synopsis

Hera tries to navigate a fraught relationship with her stepson Hercules, assigning him assorted tasks to help keep their Greek restaurant running smoothly. Helen of Troy is trying to fend off a troublesome suitor, a problem her mother Leda is unwittingly dealing with herself.

Hera tries to navigate a fraught relationship with her stepson Hercules, assigning him assorted tasks to help keep their Greek restaurant running smoothly. Helen of Troy is trying to fend off a troublesome suitor, a problem her mother Leda is unwittingly dealing with herself.

Madam Tiffani, the Minor Arcane

by Michael Lin

Synopsis

Tiffani, a grade school tarot reader, weighs in on the fates and fortunes of Andie and Ducky, two friends who are teetering on the edge of being something more.

Tiffani, a grade school tarot reader, weighs in on the fates and fortunes of Andie and Ducky, two friends who are teetering on the edge of being something more.

Landlord Special

by Michael Lin

Synopsis

A frustrated tenant has had enough of their slumlord's negligence and takes extreme measures. A kindly neighbor stumbles into their conflict and experiences a crisis of conscience.

A frustrated tenant has had enough of their slumlord's negligence and takes extreme measures. A kindly neighbor stumbles into their conflict and experiences a crisis of conscience.

Welcome to Sal's

by Michael Lin and Chinyere Obasi

Synopsis

A daughter celebrating her birthday at Sal T. Cheese's is disappointed by both her father and her server.

Originally written for Fresh Ink Theatre's 2025 "Mad Dash" Play Festival

A daughter celebrating her birthday at Sal T. Cheese's is disappointed by both her father and her server.

Originally written for Fresh Ink Theatre's 2025 "Mad Dash" Play Festival

The Right Ingredients

by Michael Lin and Gabriela Tovar-Borghini

Synopsis

A quartet of teenagers attempt a dangerous summoning ritual late at night, at their leader's urging. When the motivation is revealed to be frivolous and the summoned spirit proves less than benign, the bonds between friends are poised to unravel.

Originally written as part of Fresh Ink Theatre's 2024 "Mad Dash" Play Festival

A quartet of teenagers attempt a dangerous summoning ritual late at night, at their leader's urging. When the motivation is revealed to be frivolous and the summoned spirit proves less than benign, the bonds between friends are poised to unravel.

Originally written as part of Fresh Ink Theatre's 2024 "Mad Dash" Play Festival

Peter Pan [AUDIO DRAMA]

by Michael Lin

Synopsis

One spring evening, the Darling children are visited by Peter Pan, the boy who wouldn't grow up. They fly to Neverland on an epic adventure, including the rescue of Tiger Lily from the Mermaid Lagoon and the climactic clash with the deadly Captain James Hook.

A one-hour audio drama adaptation of J.M. Barrie's novel Peter Pan, copyright-legal for performance within the United States. Attempts to address the...

One spring evening, the Darling children are visited by Peter Pan, the boy who wouldn't grow up. They fly to Neverland on an epic adventure, including the rescue of Tiger Lily from the Mermaid Lagoon and the climactic clash with the deadly Captain James Hook.

A one-hour audio drama adaptation of J.M. Barrie's novel Peter Pan, copyright-legal for performance within the United States. Attempts to address the racially problematic elements of the source material.

The Arrest of Arsène Lupin [AUDIO DRAMA]

by Michael Lin

Synopsis

THE AUDIO ADVENTURES OF ARSÈNE LUPIN

Shortly into a transatlantic crossing, steamship "La Provence" receives a fragmented telegram with a revelation - the notorious gentleman thief known as Arsène Lupin is onboard! With nowhere to run, can Lupin evade the amateur sleuthing of his fellow passengers? And can it be that he's met his match in Miss Nelly Underdown, canny French-American heiress?

THE AUDIO ADVENTURES OF ARSÈNE LUPIN

Shortly into a transatlantic crossing, steamship "La Provence" receives a fragmented telegram with a revelation - the notorious gentleman thief known as Arsène Lupin is onboard! With nowhere to run, can Lupin evade the amateur sleuthing of his fellow passengers? And can it be that he's met his match in Miss Nelly Underdown, canny French-American heiress?

Arsène Lupin in Prison [AUDIO DRAMA]

by Michael Lin

Synopsis

THE EXTRAORDINARY AUDIO ADVENTURES OF ARSÈNE LUPIN, PART TWO

While Arsène Lupin, the notorious gentleman-thief, sits in his prison cell, Baron Cahorn receives a letter at his castle declaring that his home will be burgled by Lupin himself in a few days' time. Desperate to prove the letter a liar, he seeks the help of the decorated police detective that captured Lupin in the first place, Inspector Ganimard. Can...

THE EXTRAORDINARY AUDIO ADVENTURES OF ARSÈNE LUPIN, PART TWO

While Arsène Lupin, the notorious gentleman-thief, sits in his prison cell, Baron Cahorn receives a letter at his castle declaring that his home will be burgled by Lupin himself in a few days' time. Desperate to prove the letter a liar, he seeks the help of the decorated police detective that captured Lupin in the first place, Inspector Ganimard. Can the tenacious inspector prevent Lupin from carrying out a seemingly impossible crime from his bed of straw?

The Escape of Arsène Lupin [AUDIO DRAMA]

by Michael Lin

Synopsis

THE EXTRAORDINARY AUDIO ADVENTURES OF ARSÈNE LUPIN, PART THREE

Arsène Lupin, the notorious gentleman-thief, has declared that he will not be appearing as his trial. But the odds appear to shift when the prison guards intercept a series of messages to a mysterious correspondent. Will Lupin be able to escape from the oppressive and watchful eyes of the French police and keep his promise?

THE EXTRAORDINARY AUDIO ADVENTURES OF ARSÈNE LUPIN, PART THREE

Arsène Lupin, the notorious gentleman-thief, has declared that he will not be appearing as his trial. But the odds appear to shift when the prison guards intercept a series of messages to a mysterious correspondent. Will Lupin be able to escape from the oppressive and watchful eyes of the French police and keep his promise?

The Mysterious Traveler: An Arsène Lupin Adventure [AUDIO DRAMA]

by Michael Lin

Synopsis

THE EXTRAORDINARY AUDIO ADVENTURES OF ARSÈNE LUPIN, PART FOUR

Aboard the train from Paris to Rouen, a vicious criminal robs the kindly Guillaume Berlat and the bold Madame Renaud. Inside Berlat's briefcase are compromising documents that would reveal him to be the gentleman-thief himself, Arsène Lupin! The robber makes his escape and is seemingly impossible to track down, but authorities are throwing everything...

THE EXTRAORDINARY AUDIO ADVENTURES OF ARSÈNE LUPIN, PART FOUR

Aboard the train from Paris to Rouen, a vicious criminal robs the kindly Guillaume Berlat and the bold Madame Renaud. Inside Berlat's briefcase are compromising documents that would reveal him to be the gentleman-thief himself, Arsène Lupin! The robber makes his escape and is seemingly impossible to track down, but authorities are throwing everything at capturing who they believe to be Lupin. Will the real Lupin be able to recover them while assuaging the suspicions of Mme. Renaud and the local police service?

The Queen's Necklace: An Arsène Lupin Adventure [AUDIO DRAMA]

by Michael Lin

Synopsis

THE EXTRAORDINARY AUDIO ADVENTURES OF ARSÈNE LUPIN, PART FIVE

A famous historical necklace commissioned for Marie Antoinette herself, burgled from the home of the Count and Countess Dreux-Soubise. The prime suspect is their housemaid, Henriette, but the crime appears to be impossible. Perhaps her young son, Raoul, knows more than he's letting on?

THE EXTRAORDINARY AUDIO ADVENTURES OF ARSÈNE LUPIN, PART FIVE

A famous historical necklace commissioned for Marie Antoinette herself, burgled from the home of the Count and Countess Dreux-Soubise. The prime suspect is their housemaid, Henriette, but the crime appears to be impossible. Perhaps her young son, Raoul, knows more than he's letting on?

The Seven of Hearts: An Arsène Lupin Adventure [AUDIO DRAMA]

by Michael Lin

Synopsis

THE EXTRAORDINARY AUDIO ADVENTURES OF ARSÈNE LUPIN, PART SIX

A mysterious intruder. A stranger's suicide. A skeleton buried in a vacant lot. And binding them all together, a playing card, the seven of hearts, seemingly ordinary except for holes punched at the tip of each heart. What will Pauline Savari do when she finds it on her library floor, and where does Arsène Lupin fit into all of it?

THE EXTRAORDINARY AUDIO ADVENTURES OF ARSÈNE LUPIN, PART SIX

A mysterious intruder. A stranger's suicide. A skeleton buried in a vacant lot. And binding them all together, a playing card, the seven of hearts, seemingly ordinary except for holes punched at the tip of each heart. What will Pauline Savari do when she finds it on her library floor, and where does Arsène Lupin fit into all of it?

Madame Imbert's Safe: An Arsène Lupin Adventure [AUDIO DRAMA]

by Michael Lin

Synopsis

THE EXTRAORDINARY AUDIO ADVENTURES OF ARSÈNE LUPIN, PART SEVEN

In his first outing under his chosen name, Arsène Lupin has his sights set on the Imbert millions, a fortune in bearer bonds locked away, just waiting for someone to lay claim to them, or so it's said. Lupin still has much to learn about lies, crime, and thievery, and none of these lessons will come cheaply.

THE EXTRAORDINARY AUDIO ADVENTURES OF ARSÈNE LUPIN, PART SEVEN

In his first outing under his chosen name, Arsène Lupin has his sights set on the Imbert millions, a fortune in bearer bonds locked away, just waiting for someone to lay claim to them, or so it's said. Lupin still has much to learn about lies, crime, and thievery, and none of these lessons will come cheaply.

The Black Pearl: An Arsène Lupin Adventure [AUDIO DRAMA]

by Michael Lin

Synopsis

THE EXTRAORDINARY AUDIO ADVENTURES OF ARSÈNE LUPIN, PART EIGHT

When Arsène Lupin finds his latest burglary gone off the rails with the sought-after pearl missing and the Countess d'Andillot murdered, he has a choice to make: escape before he's discovered and the police arrive, or solve the murder himself and mete out his own form of justice?

THE EXTRAORDINARY AUDIO ADVENTURES OF ARSÈNE LUPIN, PART EIGHT

When Arsène Lupin finds his latest burglary gone off the rails with the sought-after pearl missing and the Countess d'Andillot murdered, he has a choice to make: escape before he's discovered and the police arrive, or solve the murder himself and mete out his own form of justice?

Sherlock Holmes Arrives Too Late: An Arsène Lupin Adventure [AUDIO DRAMA]

by Michael Lin

Synopsis

THE EXTRAORDINARY AUDIO ADVENTURES OF ARSÈNE LUPIN, PART NINE

The theft of a book from M. Devanne's personal library hints at an impending burglary by notorious gentleman-thief Arsène Lupin. In preparation, Devanne has invited the great English detective Sherlock Holmes to assist with the case. When titans collide, who will emerge victorious?

THE EXTRAORDINARY AUDIO ADVENTURES OF ARSÈNE LUPIN, PART NINE

The theft of a book from M. Devanne's personal library hints at an impending burglary by notorious gentleman-thief Arsène Lupin. In preparation, Devanne has invited the great English detective Sherlock Holmes to assist with the case. When titans collide, who will emerge victorious?

The Wedding Ring: An Arsène Lupin Adventure [AUDIO DRAMA]

by Michael Lin

Synopsis

THE AUDIO ADVENTURES OF ARSÈNE LUPIN
Confessions, Part 2

Yvonne d'Origny is in peril. Betrayed by her best friend, her son kidnapped by her abusive husband, she faces divorce and ruin. Her only hope is a calling card, left by a man who loved her long ago and swore that if she ever called on him, "no matter the hour, no matter the obstacle, I will save you."

THE AUDIO ADVENTURES OF ARSÈNE LUPIN
Confessions, Part 2

Yvonne d'Origny is in peril. Betrayed by her best friend, her son kidnapped by her abusive husband, she faces divorce and ruin. Her only hope is a calling card, left by a man who loved her long ago and swore that if she ever called on him, "no matter the hour, no matter the obstacle, I will save you."

Women Behind the Curtain [AUDIO DRAMA]

by Michael Lin

Synopsis

In Cold War Moscow, the minister of propaganda lies dead in the street. In his apartment above are two figures -- Aleksandra, his horrified secretary, and Renee, a French spy. With a critical dossier in hand and the stubborn Aleks in tow, Renee must navigate unexpected allies and a dogged agent of the KGB to find her way out from behind the Iron Curtain.

In Cold War Moscow, the minister of propaganda lies dead in the street. In his apartment above are two figures -- Aleksandra, his horrified secretary, and Renee, a French spy. With a critical dossier in hand and the stubborn Aleks in tow, Renee must navigate unexpected allies and a dogged agent of the KGB to find her way out from behind the Iron Curtain.

Like Candy From a Baby [AUDIO DRAMA]

by Michael Lin

Synopsis

River and Sidney are planning what they believe will be the heist of the century. River and Sidney are toddlers.

River and Sidney are planning what they believe will be the heist of the century. River and Sidney are toddlers.

Be Our Guests [AUDIO DRAMA]

by Michael Lin

Synopsis

Emma and Olivia are on a road trip when bad weather forces them to take shelter in a secluded cabin, where elderly Bill and Lenny play the hesitant hosts. The tea and hospitality are warm, but the friendship simply cannot last.

Inspired by the urban legend of the disappearing hosts.

Emma and Olivia are on a road trip when bad weather forces them to take shelter in a secluded cabin, where elderly Bill and Lenny play the hesitant hosts. The tea and hospitality are warm, but the friendship simply cannot last.

Inspired by the urban legend of the disappearing hosts.

Playing Chopsticks

by Michael Lin

Synopsis

Audrey, an Asian-American MBA graduate, tries to navigate a job interview where the only qualification that the interviewer seems to care about is her ethnicity.

Audrey, an Asian-American MBA graduate, tries to navigate a job interview where the only qualification that the interviewer seems to care about is her ethnicity.

A Dish Best Unserved

by Michael Lin

Synopsis

Home meal kits are nice and all, but what happens when you avoid the brand name and get sent a fugu (pufferfish) kit to assemble at home?

Home meal kits are nice and all, but what happens when you avoid the brand name and get sent a fugu (pufferfish) kit to assemble at home?

The Hunchback of Boston Common

by Michael Lin

Synopsis

In the wasteland of post-apocalyptic Boston, a trio of Red Sox-loving scavengers are trying to fix up a Duck Boat to take back to their settlement. They encounter the mutant known as the Hunchback of Boston Common, trading stories about how they came to survive the falling of the bombs. The hunchback offers to help them out with their mechanical problem, but unknown to them, Quasimodo's allegiance lies elsewhere...

In the wasteland of post-apocalyptic Boston, a trio of Red Sox-loving scavengers are trying to fix up a Duck Boat to take back to their settlement. They encounter the mutant known as the Hunchback of Boston Common, trading stories about how they came to survive the falling of the bombs. The hunchback offers to help them out with their mechanical problem, but unknown to them, Quasimodo's allegiance lies elsewhere.

A Beeping at the Airlock Door

by Michael Lin

Synopsis

The rescue craft Athena has landed on a planetary colony that's gone silent, investigating a communications failure. On the other side of the airlock door, a colonist pleads to be let in, which quarantine procedures forbid. In times of crisis, how does one balance compassion and safety?

(Originally commissioned as the Green Room in Flat Earth Theatre's "7 Rooms: The Masque of the Red Death" New Works project)

The rescue craft Athena has landed on a planetary colony that's gone silent, investigating a communications failure. On the other side of the airlock door, a colonist pleads to be let in, which quarantine procedures forbid. In times of crisis, how does one balance compassion and safety?

(Originally commissioned as the Green Room in Flat Earth Theatre's "7 Rooms: The Masque of the Red Death" New Works project)

Rhyme of the Ancient Rock Stars

by Michael Lin

Synopsis

A patient and her doctor discuss the circumstances that brought her to the hospital with the third broken leg of her life.

Written in verse as a feghoot (https://tvtropes.org/pmwiki/pmwiki.php/Main/Feghoot).

A patient and her doctor discuss the circumstances that brought her to the hospital with the third broken leg of her life.

Written in verse as a feghoot (https://tvtropes.org/pmwiki/pmwiki.php/Main/Feghoot).