Recommended by Paul Donnelly

These are four vividly drawn, deeply flawed, and ultimately compelling men engaged in the difficult rituals of preserving a long-term friendship. Their banter, their casual misogyny, their faltering attempts at real connection are all affected by the persistent undertow of a suicide. They are only able to reaffirm their bond by coming to accept themselves and each other. This is an extremely well-crafted and thought-provoking piece.

This could be the beginning of a beautiful friendship or a total train wreck. These two people find themselves working the Customer Service desk as the result of difficult life circumstances. Both are credible and to a degree sympathetic. And yet their connection doesn't feel quite right. This is a richly textured and nuanced piece.

This play is so disturbing because it feels so true to life. Luke is clueless and narcissistic and capable of great unintended harm. Chloe is manipulative but too young to be involved with Luke. The power dynamic between them veers wildly, but ultimately leads to a disheartening equilibrium. But in the journey there every beat rings true.

A chilling and utterly compelling portrait of the lies and self-loathing undergirding most toxic masculinity. These two young men are clearly drawn and the shifting dynamic between them is riveting. The final moments are harrowing and depressing and ring regrettably true. This is a powerful and important work.

A darkly comic gem. In the best noir tradition, betrayal piles on betrayal until the cynical, yet satisfying payoff. The real life lesson is don't mess with Morgan.

A highly imaginative look at the return of alcohol to humanity after 3000 years. Needless to say when a roomful of amateurs get their hands on the reconstituted liquid chaos (and hilarity) ensues. Amidst all the humor, this play offers a thought-provoking exploration of the unintended consequences of scientific advances.

A highly imaginative look at the return of alcohol to humanity after 3000 years. Needless to say when a roomful of amateurs get their hands on the reconstituted liquid chaos (and hilarity) ensues. Amidst all the humor, this play offers a thought-provoking exploration of the unintended consequences of scientific advances.

A fascinating premise, well realized. Read it to see why Heaven's stodginess is so frustrating. This play also has scads of great roles for actors.

With brilliant economy, this play charts a tentative romantic encounter with great feeling and wit.

Chillingly funny and riddled with weird truths, this play gets at the real ways people think about and react to competition and illness and identity. It is very funny and very chilling. It would be wonderful to see it staged.