Recommended by Paul Donnelly

Pat the Exterminator is deliciously non-plussed by their encounter with a vampire. The poor archetypal vampire doesn't stand a chance against Pat's sensible, laconic responses. These two well-drawn characters are the source of great fun.

The chipper, bureaucratic tone of the instructions juxtaposes nicely with the extreme exhibit content being described. The non-verbal contributions of the two museum workers will only escalate the already inspired lunacy of the proceedings.

Jayden's embrace of a true Christmas spirit proves to be the best gift he can give his stressed out mother. Accepting his authentic wish is the best gift she can give to him. The build to the exchange of these particular gifts is highly amusing as both characters are well-developed and play off each other authentically. Their interaction leads to a very touching conclusion.

A chance encounter between former neighbors leads to a poignant reflection on the changes two years can bring. This saga of Gerry's renaissance is most heartening.

This is a charming portrait of three old friends attempting to get high off gummies. They decide to let themselves be high despite the questionable provenance of the gummies. These three old friends are vividly drawn and most engaging.

Just a typical late night in a fast food restaurant, right? The annoying customers may be a little bitey, but that's not so far beyond their usual abuse, right? Being a zombie is the best way to survive at a fast food job, right? Or maybe you're about to be recruited into the Zombie Apocalypse. This witty confection mines the conventions of both fast food restaurants and the Zombie Apocalypse for sustained and escalating laughs.

Glenn isn't thrown too far off his game by Stephanie's transition to Al in this warm and witty comedy. It is heartening to see that a caring relationship can morph and endure over time.

A brisk, engaging look at the frustrations and the rewards of the familiarity that characterizes a long-term relationship. Just when you think they're stuck ...

The equine metaphor perfectly encapsulates the ridiculousness of speed-dating. It is to the woman's great credit that she vows never to repeat the experience, despite the pressure from her mother to find a mate.

The frenzied performers horror at being trapped in a Matthew Weaver monologue is perfectly balanced by the absolute delight of reading or seeing a Matthew Weaver monologue. This one in particular as the meta-theatrical goofiness builds to a surprising and witty conclusion.