Recommended by Paul Donnelly

I had the great pleasure of hearing this scathing satire of the hypocrisy of the "pro-life" movement on the Theatrical Shenanigans podcast. The witty premise of the play offers a dark look at the potential repercussions of forced birth with deep anger underlying the humor. The chilling conclusion really packs a wallop.

What a dark and richly comic look at two soon to be reformed resurrectionists. The dialogue is a riot and the characters are as thoroughly entertaining as they are thoroughly reprehensible. It's fun to see their alternate plan begin to come to fruition at the end.

Sexy, funny, and occasionally moving, this play takes the concept of the PDA to dizzying heights. And what a work-out for an intimacy coordinator! I would love to see this staged.

The old school map isn't all that's revealed to be not quite what it seems in this loopy farce. Every escalation in the absurdity brought new waves of laughter. That Mary ultimately takes charge is the perfect button.

Part homage, part deconstruction, this always compelling take renders Gatsby eminently theatrical. The mix of jazz-age spectacle and repressed gender identity make for a kaleidoscopic experience. We see Nick struggle with who he himself is as much has he struggles to learn who Gatsby is. Kantor is to be congratulated on this thrilling achievement.

Beneath it's jovially spooky veneer, this is a heartwarming story of true friendship. It's also full of witty film jokes and even a Wizard of Oz homage. The final kicker puts exactly the right button on the whole proceedings.

Quirky and absurd humor propel this cautionary tale for the greedy. Much comic gold can be spun by the actor playing all the varied subsidiary characters. It would be great fun to see this piece on its feet.

Although her hurt and frustration are real, I don't think Ellie was ever a real danger to the swans. The re-emergence of the bond between Ellie and Violet is tenderly wrought. And maybe swans are good role models after all.

What a wistful and compelling reminder of the enduring pull of lost love. The bench offers a concrete reminder of the good times that may be past, but are never lost.

Regina and Maria seem to have differing views of Chekov until ... gasp ... his gun is introduced. It is amazing how many laughs can be wrung from a simple premise in so short a time.