Recommended by Duncan Pflaster

A fun and fascinating piece of alternate Shakespearean history, positing that Dr. John Dee created William Shakespeare as an automaton to be a husband for Queen Elizabeth, but when she doesn't find him human enough, hires actors to instruct him in humanity. Clever and well-researched.

A sweet play about the former bond between a gay teacher and gay student; when the teacher dies, the student and his boyfriend crash the funeral, and the ghost of the teacher visits the student. Touching and unusual in its treatment of gay mentor/student relationships.

A sweet and unusual story about the freedom of 90s rave culture and what it can mean to open your mind to new experiences. Funny, touching, and well-observed.

I got to read Rockefeller in a Zoom production of this piece; it was a lot of fun, great opportunities for actors who can handle a punchline.

A complex piece examining notions of heroism and villainy. Reminiscent of Wallace Shawn's interrogations of wealth and moral duty. Heady stuff.

Fun piece for teens to play, a nice introduction to absurdist theatre, and a compelling metaphor of not fitting in, not knowing how to "act" at a new school.

What a treat; a very silly magical situation treated with thought and care. Hilarious and delightful.

A very amusing play about a guy who can't shut up about getting a happy ending and his wife's infidelity during his massage with the straight masseur who usually massages his wife. Goes in quite unexpected directions.

An absolutely charming story of two male lovers following their lives as they face new frontiers in California during the Gold Rush, and after. Based on true historical events, the piece is well-researched while never seeming too bookish. The main characters are noble and making their way in a harsh world as best they can. Even the characters who only appear as voices are well-observed and well-rounded. Highly recommended.

A funny sketch examining Bridesmaids in a bar as if it's a narrated nature documentary. Very cute.