Recommended by Paul Donnelly

  • Paul Donnelly: A RESERVATION by John Kelly
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    The brisk and energetic wordplay in this delicious comedy build to an amusing conclusion followed by an even funnier kicker. This play would be a welcome addition to any festival of short pieces.

    The brisk and energetic wordplay in this delicious comedy build to an amusing conclusion followed by an even funnier kicker. This play would be a welcome addition to any festival of short pieces.

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  • Paul Donnelly: FATHER JEREMY'S CHRISTMAS JUBILEE by Eliot Byerrum
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    What a joyous seasonal meditation on the meanings of faith and family. Perfect for those looking for fresh, yet traditional holiday fare.

    What a joyous seasonal meditation on the meanings of faith and family. Perfect for those looking for fresh, yet traditional holiday fare.

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  • Paul Donnelly: Ms. Claus by Patrick Gabridge
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    A charming reconsideration of what it really takes to be Santa Claus. Turns out gender is not important at all.

    A charming reconsideration of what it really takes to be Santa Claus. Turns out gender is not important at all.

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  • Paul Donnelly: PASS THE AGGREVATION by Jack Levine
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    A delicious comedy about the family dinner from hell. Self-absorbed parents who ironically think of themselves as great communicators completely ignore their daughter's attempt to share the biggest news of her life. Poor Leah's increasingly desperate efforts to make herself heard are no match for the comical indifference of her frustrating parents.

    A delicious comedy about the family dinner from hell. Self-absorbed parents who ironically think of themselves as great communicators completely ignore their daughter's attempt to share the biggest news of her life. Poor Leah's increasingly desperate efforts to make herself heard are no match for the comical indifference of her frustrating parents.

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  • Paul Donnelly: (SHORT COMEDY:) Every Inch Counts by Irene L. Pynn
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    Jackie gets more kink than she had bargained for in looking for a hookup at a furry convention. The humor builds and builds as the extent of Jeffrey's predilection is revealed. Wonderful opportunities for physical as well as verbal humor abound.

    Jackie gets more kink than she had bargained for in looking for a hookup at a furry convention. The humor builds and builds as the extent of Jeffrey's predilection is revealed. Wonderful opportunities for physical as well as verbal humor abound.

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  • Paul Donnelly: ETERNITY - award winning 10-minute comedy by Elan Garonzik
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    What starts as an amusing take on enduring human vanity blossoms into a sweet take on the enduring nature of love. Eternity deserves continuing presentation and success!

    What starts as an amusing take on enduring human vanity blossoms into a sweet take on the enduring nature of love. Eternity deserves continuing presentation and success!

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  • Paul Donnelly: ADULATION - award winning 10-minute comedy by Elan Garonzik
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    An elegant and engaging battle of wills between two vividly imagined characters.The subtext is rich and fraught, building to a final decisive power shift thanks to a pair of earrings (Harry Winston, no less!).

    An elegant and engaging battle of wills between two vividly imagined characters.The subtext is rich and fraught, building to a final decisive power shift thanks to a pair of earrings (Harry Winston, no less!).

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  • Paul Donnelly: 2 B or Nah: Sexting Hamlet: A 10-Minute Play by Donna Latham
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    A witty premise, wittily rendered. The juxtaposition of contemporary references and Shakespearean text is sublime. The final reversal is the perfect button on this delight-filled comedy.

    A witty premise, wittily rendered. The juxtaposition of contemporary references and Shakespearean text is sublime. The final reversal is the perfect button on this delight-filled comedy.

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  • Paul Donnelly: with the swallows by Ricky J. Martinez
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    A riveting and mystical tale of family healing. Populated with four vivid and complex characters offering very different views of family dynamics. The smart and crackling dialogue keeps the action moving at a brisk clip. The setting in the Idaho woods provides a vivid backdrop and offers its own spiritual dimension. All these elements blend into a compelling theatrical whole.

    A riveting and mystical tale of family healing. Populated with four vivid and complex characters offering very different views of family dynamics. The smart and crackling dialogue keeps the action moving at a brisk clip. The setting in the Idaho woods provides a vivid backdrop and offers its own spiritual dimension. All these elements blend into a compelling theatrical whole.

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  • Paul Donnelly: The Actress - One Act Play by Ryan Kaminski
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    Kaminski takes us on a witty and noirish ride on the Staten Island Ferry. Great fun as a mystery and as a character study.

    Kaminski takes us on a witty and noirish ride on the Staten Island Ferry. Great fun as a mystery and as a character study.

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