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Daniel Prillaman

Recommended by Daniel Prillaman

  • The Story of Jimmy Kaplingus by Max Kennel
    30 Nov. 2023
    “ To say that "The Story of Jimmy Kaplingus" contains multitudes is the understatement of the year. There's musing on voyeurism, the relationships between watcher and watched (audience and actors), as well as the sheer, existential terror of being alive and/or being a crab. There's also a plethora of highly curated and cared for Bro puns. Everything you're looking for in a play is here. Absolute fun and incredibly theatrical, with ample opportunity for the entire production team to do something they haven't before. And isn't that what theatre is all about? Or life?

    Or maybe watching is better... ”
  • The Adventures of Pat the Exterminator: Pests by Christopher Soucy
    25 Nov. 2023
    “ Every once in a while, we encounter a character who leaps off the pages and immediately into our hearts. It's hard to describe the majesty and charisma of a man like Pat the Exterminator. What drives a man with so many learned skill sets to choose the profession of humble pest control? What leads a man to act with such kindness and gentleness? Is it the parenting? Is it something hereditary? Something just naturally there?

    Another hilarious adventure of Pat's "day?" job. I wish he was running for president. Bravo, Soucy. ”
  • Midnight Nibble by Scott Sickles
    20 Nov. 2023
    “ Sometimes you want a snack. Thankfully, when you come to Scott Sickles' work for one, he always provides. This short spooky terror is a delicious snack indeed. A perfect scene that knows exactly what buttons to hit, and when to push them. I am most full.

    And ironically, still hungry. ;) ”
  • Panic by Christopher Soucy
    12 Nov. 2023
    “ Look, all great tasting meat substitutes come with a price. What Soucy's penned here is probably not that bad a trade in the grand scheme of things. A gut-busting little romp with some of the best character names I've seen in some time. ”
  • Conlangified by Lainie Vansant
    11 Nov. 2023
    “ Who knew that there was such a detailed hierarchical system to be found in nerdom? Vansant's play is a delightful, wholesome, and above all, fun dive into languages and the spoken word. How they change, how they are made, and how to make one for a new episode of your nerdy sci-fi show in order to please your boss. Nerds are brutal. It's gotta be perfect. They've torn less to shreds, you know. Great fun and theatricality for all ages. ”
  • What You Wish For (short) by David Hilder
    5 Nov. 2023
    “ Women have always been (and still are) subjected to abuse and harassment in the workplace, even if they don't want to move up the ladder. Hilder's tale is not only a blistering, raucous reminder of this, but a breakneck and brilliant update of the classic fairy tale for today's society, filled with so much debauchery it's actually uncomfortable. At least the career advancement is worth it. Right? Right? Right? Beans! ”
  • Once Removed; a ten-minute play by Jami Brandli
    4 Nov. 2023
    “ Brandli depicts an intimate desperation between a couple trying to overcome the impossible. It's incredibly tight writing, and you feel the yearning of the characters practically leaping off the pages. The central, perpetual, and haunting imagery is the cherry on top. A great scene and short play for two actors to really dive in and stretch themselves. ”
  • The Adventures of Pat the Exterminator: The Laboratory by Christopher Soucy
    4 Nov. 2023
    “ The best duos are often the most unlikely pairings. In the titular laboratory, an innocent mistake (or several) in locale leads to a surprisingly wholesome and educational meeting between mad scientist and exterminator. Turns out, reanimation is a less limited skill set than you might think! Guffaw-inducing and with endlessly delicious wordplay, if you're looking for a new comedic and spooky short, this is it. ”
  • Postpartum by Jillian Blevins
    30 Oct. 2023
    “ Don't have kids, y'all.

    In actual seriousness, goddamn, this is a terrifying short play. Absolutely chilling. Blevins takes a baby monitor and a rooftop and drops us into a pure whirlpool of dread. And while both roles are amazing for actors to chew on, the real star and masterful craft of this play is the use of sound, expertly suggesting fear that our imaginations take and run with. Sometimes, it's scarier when you can't see it. Sometimes, it's scarier when it's in your head. Because what if it's not real? What if it's just you?

    Or what if you're right? ”
  • Carry On by Jennie Webb
    30 Oct. 2023
    “ A sweet and moving exploration of grief, loss, and moving forward when our loved ones can't. While they may be gone, their memories aren't, and neither is what they put into the world. A powerful monologue perfect for any short festival, especially right now. ”

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