Recommended by Julie Zaffarano

  • Thrive, Or What You Will [an epic]
    12 Apr. 2020
    An epic scope, but so beautifully personal, engaging with musical dialogue. L Feldman’s “Thrive , Or What You Will” is a wind-tossed journey of of desires and conflicts. A story for today, against a historic background. Brilliant.
  • A Tree Grows in Longmont
    12 Apr. 2020
    Oh, my heart. Philip Middleton Williams’ “A Tree Grows in Longmont” is a beautiful story of love and regret. An honest telling that does not over-analyze, but leaves the audience knowing that love may not be perfect, but it is forever.
  • AN ABUNDANCE OF CAUTION, A Play for Videoconference
    7 Apr. 2020
    "An Abundance of Caution" is gem in the face of quarantine and lack oh physical and social closeness. The characters are dealing with more than they can handle, which causes them to be unable to connect. Zoom is not the "next best thing to being there." This playwright is rightfully known for her snappy dialogue and humorous imagery. Perfect addition to any short play festival, especially in the current time.
  • Discovery
    7 Apr. 2020
    An ethical vs legal dilemma that probably happens more than we know. Marjorie Bicknell give us a glimpse of drama with no smooth answers or easy decision. Well done.
  • Siren
    6 Apr. 2020
    A beautiful and haunting play. Lisa VilliaMil provides a glimpse into the souls of her characters -- what they long for. Heartbreaking and lovely with a dialogue as rhythmic as the sea, "Siren" takes us through a journey of loss, guilt, and forgiveness. Beautifully written,
  • Child of Lions
    3 Apr. 2020
    In a “Child of Lions,” a reporter seeks to find the truth about a fantastical story. He discovers he reasons for searching the truth have more to do with what he himself has lost. Well done.
  • A Rising Tide Lifts All Boats: A Climate Change Comedy
    2 Apr. 2020
    Robynne Graffam's play "A Rising Tide (Lifts All Boats)" depicts a world where climate change effects have become an immediate problem. As we witness each character deal with the problem in their own way, we see how we all deal with our issues -- ignoring, planning, and, perhaps, taking a leap of faith. Well done.
  • A SCAR
    29 Mar. 2020
    Anne Marie Cammarato’s “A Scar” is a devastating story of two families trapped in a cycle of pain from a private and public trauma. Cammarato weaves this “one step forward, two steps back” play through gripping and heartfelt dialogue, as each character reveals their pain, anger, and helplessness. Brilliant and, as stated above, devastating.
  • Pontiff Blues, or, the Smoke Break
    27 Mar. 2020
    Jared Delaney’s engaging dialogue and wit shine through in “Pontiff Blues or, the Smoke Break.” A well constructed play with surprising twists. I laughed out loud. This play would be a great addition to a short play festival.
  • GRANNY LOLA: A MONOLOGUE
    27 Mar. 2020
    Once again, Asher Wyndham creates an authentic dialogue that grabs us by the middle of the first phase and holds us to the last word. Granny Lola is real — we have seen her in stores, restaurants, and in our own homes. Great monologue with teeth.

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