Recommended by Donna Gordon

Poignant and timely, this captivates what's it's like to be a teen. Bringing in texting is an original touch but one a teen audience would love. Kudos to Haas for creating roles for young adults.

It's so important to look at Virginia Woolf as an observer of WWII in England. This story really needs to be seen and, with its special effects, would be most effective in live theater. Brewer-Wallin provides continuity in a complex script through Virginia's walks along the river and her lecture notes on feminism. Madness is conveyed as part and parcel of creativity, a difficult theme to present. I doubt whether a more "present with" character depiction could be found. Those special effects are personal and enhance our sense of "being there".

This is a very well-written expose of the exploitation of foreign workers. What this woman from Cameroon goes through is vividly depicted in unforgettable images. Though I would call the style realistic: it rings true on every page. How Barclay came up with this valuable information I'm sure would be a remarkable story in itself. I have enjoyed Barclay's work before and I highly recommend this for production. This betrayal is so well depicted that justice cries out.

This strikes at the heart of what two sisters are all about. The conversation is so typical of siblings. Also, Lang gets to a theme that is important and deals with the passage of time. This is philosophy clad in familial
terms - nice!

Alice in Wonderful - really? Freud, you have overstepped your authority. Lermond seems to do okay with Freudian theory and point out that its applicability, in all cases, needs to be questioned. That's the obvious theme, but like many obvious themes it can easily be taken to extremes. And that's what makes it humorous. And very satirical, a method not often tackled.

You bring the Victorian to America as well as Henry James did. Adapting a novel requires special skills such as attention to details and thoroughness. Stewart does a great job of bringing this classic to the stage, a feat that is admirable. An audience that might not necessarily read a novel can have the opportunity to experience James' subtle and charming style. Stewart builds her plot well and I anticipate the next Act with enthusiasm.

Captivating. Lee Krasner becomes the quintessential artistic woman. No career asks more than art, and marriage becomes a curse and a blessing. The relationship of two artists is told in great detail, and what could be more interesting? Frank covers the territory with a stunningly competent hand. A biography covering two artists is an accomplishment of research and writing. The story is told using the various perspectives of their many friends. The beauty of their creativity is contrasted with the reality of their struggles, a dilemma Frank intimately describes. I would love to see this staged - soon.

A very effective piece on the subject of bullying. One person can inflict immeasurable pain on another without a physical attack. Call it psychological terror. The perpetrator is tortured himself, that's the complexity of this syndrome. Hageman tells this tale in a dynamic dialogue.

Gregory tells a gripping and powerful story so well. Her language is appropriate to the times. This villain is shown to have his side of the story. Every detail is interesting and the suspense, of the love affair and betrayal is palpable. History needs to be told so it won't repeat itself. And if its told in such an entertaining way, I'm sure any audience would appreciate it. It's difficult to sketch characters from a distant era, but Gregory is up to the task.

This play was a pleasure to read - meaning, it stands on its own literary merits and doesn't need certain actors or stagey effects. It's just good writing. The style flows to each high point effortlessly, and has enough surprises for any audience. Bravo for the roles for older actors. Yet the contrast between Miss Keller and her nephew Jackson was vivid. The turn of events was unexpected but Hiett manages to prepare her audience without unpleasantly jolting them.