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Nick Malakhow

Recommended by Nick Malakhow

  • Black Hollow by Aeneas Sagar Hemphill
    1 Dec. 2019
    “ This is an exquisitely gorgeous theatrical poem! Like a mosaic or quilt, characters, places, and moments weave in and out of focus. The overall effect feels grounded, complete, and very much something more profound than just the sum of its parts. Like RIMERS OF ELDRITCH and LARAMIE PROJECT, BLACK HOLLOW balances individual humanity and nuanced characters with a fully-rendered community. A quiet and poignant treatment of mass shootings and a potent examination of small town alienation. I hope to see this beautifully theatrical work on its feet! ”
  • Goddess Of The Hunt by Doug DeVita
    30 Nov. 2019
    “ This is a funny, witty, and salacious satirical mystery! I appreciate the "queering" of this genre, which makes the story and characters feel fresh and intriguing. The scenes move at a brisk pace, and I found DeVita's dialogue to strike a great balance between hilarity and plot-driving exchanges. The characters, particular the dynamic duo of Diana and Percy, are dynamic and complex. I look forward to seeing this piece's continued journey--it seems as if it would be a blast on its feet. ”
  • The Troll King by Aeneas Sagar Hemphill
    30 Nov. 2019
    “ An epic and fantastical exploration of the conflicting ways we use technology to escape responsibility, exert power for both good and evil, and to live out parts of our identities that we cannot leave in the real world. Hemphill has written a darkly humorous play with a large cast that represents a variety of voices and perspectives. This definitely reads as a highly theatrical ride, and I'd be so very curious to see it on its feet and staged! ”
  • The Wicked One by Lisa Sanaye Dring
    30 Nov. 2019
    “ Wow! This beautiful and haunting piece took my breath away! Melancholy and lyrical narration punctuates impeccably-observed scenes of nuanced naturalism. Lee Kit and Sam's relationship provides a devastating exploration of family, mental illness, trauma, and outsidership. The playwright also provides for us a uniquely theatrical representation of schizophrenia, as well as an overall theatrical world that would be visually rich in production. This play begs to be put on its feet, and I hope to see a production sometime soon! ”
  • Phillie's Trilogy by Doug DeVita
    30 Nov. 2019
    “ A fabulous coming of age story that meanders back and forth through time to great effect. Phillie/Philip is a compelling protagonist, and the supporting cast is a fantastically colorful and well rendered group of personalities. DeVita examines childhood trauma and the lasting impact our families have on our adult selves. There is also a meaty and clever double-casting plot that reinforces those themes beautifully. I'd love to see this highly theatrical piece on its feet. ”
  • Laughs in Spanish by Alexis Scheer
    30 Nov. 2019
    “ I had the privilege of seeing the workshop of this at the BPT. Alexis Scheer has created delightfully specific and nuanced characters who aren't normally centered in lighthearted comic fare. Each character's intentions and actions were well thought out and motivated by potent tensions and conflicts, and it was an absolute pleasure to see the at times surprising story unfold throughout the evening. I hope to see this play continued to be developed and produced! ”
  • Tall Tales by River Timms
    28 Nov. 2019
    “ Using tropes of supernatural horror, Timms explores themes of religion/faith, small town homophobia and prejudice, a search for home and identity, and living as your authentic self. This delightfully theatrical play is populated by intriguing characters and one heck of a monster that would be a movement director's dream to create. I'd love to see this on its feet! ”
  • Primary User by Nate Eppler
    26 Nov. 2019
    “ A gorgeous and poignant piece about grief in the contemporary world. As the play winds back and forth in time, Eppler flashes out several very human and nuanced characters. Using "Ozee" as a device (literal and figurative) to explore Mia, Liz, and Ruthie's competing ownership of memories and the legacy of Oz is brilliant! I'd love to see this highly theatrical piece on its feet. ”
  • AMERIKIN by Chisa Hutchinson
    26 Nov. 2019
    “ A consistently surprising, unsettling, and darkly hilarious exploration of hatred, bigotry, and white nationalism. When the dramatic focus shifts in the second half, the world so disturbingly drawn in act one is complicatedly thrown off balance, and new and essential voices are centered in the story arc. The play works its way steadily up to a disturbing climax that is both satisfying and troubling. I hope to see a production of this soon! ”
  • Stacks by Anthony Toohey
    25 Nov. 2019
    “ There is something inherently theatrical and visually compelling about Mona's hoarded stacks of "junk," making me curious to see this on its feet! In "Stacks," Toohey captures the familiarity mixed with bracing alienation that is characteristic of strained family relationships. Each character is compelling and well developed, and this piece steadily builds to its inevitable yet potent ending. Hope to see this developed and produced! ”

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