Recommended by Donna Latham

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    An absurdist, existential, and unapologetic indictment of late-stage capitalism. I laughed aloud at the quirky characters and sharp wit. The language is delicious, and I'd love to watch actor sink their teeth into these meaty roles. Bravo, Ian!

    An absurdist, existential, and unapologetic indictment of late-stage capitalism. I laughed aloud at the quirky characters and sharp wit. The language is delicious, and I'd love to watch actor sink their teeth into these meaty roles. Bravo, Ian!

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    "Double-double, late-stage trouble, modern life has burst our bubble." Girls, same.
    This laugh-out-loud rhyming witch session lampoons the complexities of the grind: Side hustles, no dental insurance, and a scofflaw client, Macbeth. So much fun! I'l love to see a production.

    "Double-double, late-stage trouble, modern life has burst our bubble." Girls, same.
    This laugh-out-loud rhyming witch session lampoons the complexities of the grind: Side hustles, no dental insurance, and a scofflaw client, Macbeth. So much fun! I'l love to see a production.

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    I'd love to see a production of this delightfully clever play! Leap into a basement conspiracy theorist's insistence that Sasquatch is the hairy genius behind Shakespeare's plays. I laughed out loud at unhinged characters, hilarious dialogue, and bizarro "evidence." A wild, theatrical ride for actors to sink their teeth into and loads of fun for an audience.

    I'd love to see a production of this delightfully clever play! Leap into a basement conspiracy theorist's insistence that Sasquatch is the hairy genius behind Shakespeare's plays. I laughed out loud at unhinged characters, hilarious dialogue, and bizarro "evidence." A wild, theatrical ride for actors to sink their teeth into and loads of fun for an audience.

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    A gripping play that grabbed me from the start and never let go. The stakes are high, and the staging possibilities are thrilling.

    A gripping play that grabbed me from the start and never let go. The stakes are high, and the staging possibilities are thrilling.

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    A rich, poetic, theatrical sequel and response to Shakespeare's "Merchant" and its troublesome anti-Semitism and character dynamics. World-building is remarkable, and I especially love the the commedia elements. I recently had the pleasure of being in the audience for a reading of this piece, and it was an absolute delight to experience actors sinking their choppers into juicy roles. Bravo, Ian Thal!

    A rich, poetic, theatrical sequel and response to Shakespeare's "Merchant" and its troublesome anti-Semitism and character dynamics. World-building is remarkable, and I especially love the the commedia elements. I recently had the pleasure of being in the audience for a reading of this piece, and it was an absolute delight to experience actors sinking their choppers into juicy roles. Bravo, Ian Thal!

  • Donna Latham: Karlie's Jitters (Monologue) by Paul Donnelly
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    A dark, haunting, and compelling portrayal of intergenerational trauma. For Karlie, it's not complicated: She won't forgive her mother's past abuse and neglect. Her fiancé and his own mom, red flags flapping, press Karlie to forgive and invite Mother to the upcoming wedding. Girl, run! This powerful and complex monologue, with emotions burbling above and below the surface, will make an incredible audition piece.

    A dark, haunting, and compelling portrayal of intergenerational trauma. For Karlie, it's not complicated: She won't forgive her mother's past abuse and neglect. Her fiancé and his own mom, red flags flapping, press Karlie to forgive and invite Mother to the upcoming wedding. Girl, run! This powerful and complex monologue, with emotions burbling above and below the surface, will make an incredible audition piece.

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  • Donna Latham: Just Desserts (one minute play) by Marilyn Ollett
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    Haunting and powerful. With a scant 30 words, Marilyn Ollett crafts a gripping, heart-wrenching piece that gave me shivers. This brilliant piece leaps off the page, and I’d love to see it staged.

    Haunting and powerful. With a scant 30 words, Marilyn Ollett crafts a gripping, heart-wrenching piece that gave me shivers. This brilliant piece leaps off the page, and I’d love to see it staged.

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  • Donna Latham: Hello? by Jacquelyn Floyd-Priskorn
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    I love this shivery little play’s twists! From a squeaking floorboard in the opening, it grabbed me and kept me on the edge of my seat. Perfect for a line-up of spooky shorts.

    I love this shivery little play’s twists! From a squeaking floorboard in the opening, it grabbed me and kept me on the edge of my seat. Perfect for a line-up of spooky shorts.

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  • Donna Latham: To Love Alone by Andrew Martineau
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    Sweet and salty! A witty love note to meet cutes that’ll be a delightful addition to festivals. When strangers Jill and Curt cringe over cheesy Valentine’s Day cards in a store, the two grounded but isolated souls make a hopeful connection. TO LOVE ALONE left me cheering them on and wanting more.

    Sweet and salty! A witty love note to meet cutes that’ll be a delightful addition to festivals. When strangers Jill and Curt cringe over cheesy Valentine’s Day cards in a store, the two grounded but isolated souls make a hopeful connection. TO LOVE ALONE left me cheering them on and wanting more.

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  • Donna Latham: Dolls by Robert Weibezahl
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    I love this! On one level, it’s a confrontation launched by a privileged, harried mom over the last remaining princess doll. On deeper levels, it explores entitlement, racial tensions, gender norming, and even its sibling, toxic masculinity. Surprises, twists, and meaty roles for women build a powerful play.

    I love this! On one level, it’s a confrontation launched by a privileged, harried mom over the last remaining princess doll. On deeper levels, it explores entitlement, racial tensions, gender norming, and even its sibling, toxic masculinity. Surprises, twists, and meaty roles for women build a powerful play.

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