Recommended by Steven Hayet

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    I was lucky enough to see Mynderse Academy’s production of "Something Profound," and it was an absolute delight. Hageman perfectly captures the whirlwind enthusiasm of a playwright during the time from “getting the idea” to finally sitting down to write. The play is fun, silly, absurd, and surprisingly heartfelt. The PLAYWRIGHT is an especially great role for a young actress to shine.

    I was lucky enough to see Mynderse Academy’s production of "Something Profound," and it was an absolute delight. Hageman perfectly captures the whirlwind enthusiasm of a playwright during the time from “getting the idea” to finally sitting down to write. The play is fun, silly, absurd, and surprisingly heartfelt. The PLAYWRIGHT is an especially great role for a young actress to shine.

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    Berryman has written a smart, heartfelt gem of a play that tackles family, love, and the future of our planet. The three roles are beautifully written and offer exciting opportunities for actors. Intimate and thought-provoking, Walden is an incredibly moving story that sticks with you.

    Berryman has written a smart, heartfelt gem of a play that tackles family, love, and the future of our planet. The three roles are beautifully written and offer exciting opportunities for actors. Intimate and thought-provoking, Walden is an incredibly moving story that sticks with you.

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    I was lucky to see a production at Chatham Playhouse's Jersey Voices Festival and this play is cuckoo (literally). A funny and heartfelt piece that hits the beats of a relationship (like clockwork?) but with a very unique and original spin. The two roles are perfect for any actors looking for play for their showcase or a short play fest.

    I was lucky to see a production at Chatham Playhouse's Jersey Voices Festival and this play is cuckoo (literally). A funny and heartfelt piece that hits the beats of a relationship (like clockwork?) but with a very unique and original spin. The two roles are perfect for any actors looking for play for their showcase or a short play fest.

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    I was lucky to see a reading of this play at Repertorio Español and it was an education: Not just about Hippos’ intense mating rituals or their 360 degree dung spreading techniques, but about humanity and our desire to pursue happiness.

    Equally poignant and vulgar, absurd and heartfelt. Just a wonderful piece. Escobar’s Hippo would be a blast to stage and you’ll have a very happy cast as every role has their moments to shine. Query!! When is this play going to get its first production?

    I was lucky to see a reading of this play at Repertorio Español and it was an education: Not just about Hippos’ intense mating rituals or their 360 degree dung spreading techniques, but about humanity and our desire to pursue happiness.

    Equally poignant and vulgar, absurd and heartfelt. Just a wonderful piece. Escobar’s Hippo would be a blast to stage and you’ll have a very happy cast as every role has their moments to shine. Query!! When is this play going to get its first production?

  • Steven Hayet: Six Men Dressed Like Joseph Stalin by Dianne Nora
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    Dianne Nora has written an absolute gem, a dream for actors and theatres of any size and shape. I was so so lucky to catch a reading of this play by Ground Up Productions in NYC. Nora packs a ton of heart and humor - with a dose of history- into a fast paced 90 minutes, taking audiences on the journey of these two actors preparing for the (potentially last) role of their lives. This play is a perfect fit for any theatre’s season & stage - proscenium, black box, in the round, let’s go! Produce this play!

    Dianne Nora has written an absolute gem, a dream for actors and theatres of any size and shape. I was so so lucky to catch a reading of this play by Ground Up Productions in NYC. Nora packs a ton of heart and humor - with a dose of history- into a fast paced 90 minutes, taking audiences on the journey of these two actors preparing for the (potentially last) role of their lives. This play is a perfect fit for any theatre’s season & stage - proscenium, black box, in the round, let’s go! Produce this play!

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  • Steven Hayet: Heart Stop or, The Obesity Play by Franky D. Gonzalez
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    I was so lucky to see Franky Gonzalez perform his latest solo piece at The Workshop Theater. Franky has written another gut-wrenching and beautiful autobiographical piece that is so incredibly vulnerable, honest, and raw...like human flesh. In this piece, Franky shares openly his struggles with food and self-worth. The disparity between the wonderful Franky the audience sees and the Franky he sees in the mirror couldn't be more extreme and makes you root for him even harder. The ending had the entire audience in tears. Thank you, Franky, for sharing your space with us.

    I was so lucky to see Franky Gonzalez perform his latest solo piece at The Workshop Theater. Franky has written another gut-wrenching and beautiful autobiographical piece that is so incredibly vulnerable, honest, and raw...like human flesh. In this piece, Franky shares openly his struggles with food and self-worth. The disparity between the wonderful Franky the audience sees and the Franky he sees in the mirror couldn't be more extreme and makes you root for him even harder. The ending had the entire audience in tears. Thank you, Franky, for sharing your space with us.

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  • Steven Hayet: BETWEEN CLASSES: A One-Minute Play by Giselle Muise
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    A fun one-minute short. I read it several times and each time I imagined different choices the actors could make. Would be great for a college theatre or scene study class.

    A fun one-minute short. I read it several times and each time I imagined different choices the actors could make. Would be great for a college theatre or scene study class.

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  • Steven Hayet: Glamour by Dan Caffrey
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    Caffrey has written a truly beautiful sci-fi piece about love and grief. I was so lucky to see a production of Glamour at the Atlantic Acting School’s One Act Festival. The two roles are perfect for any actors looking to do a play for a showcase or short play fest. Seriously. Produce this play.

    Caffrey has written a truly beautiful sci-fi piece about love and grief. I was so lucky to see a production of Glamour at the Atlantic Acting School’s One Act Festival. The two roles are perfect for any actors looking to do a play for a showcase or short play fest. Seriously. Produce this play.

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  • Steven Hayet: Fridge by Jennifer O'Grady
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    O'Grady has written a delightful play about the human/appliance relationship that will have audiences saying "scream." Is it better to settle for something old and broken, or to try to find something new hoping it'll be a perfect fit? As a new homeowner, the two repairmen hit very close to home. Scream. Well done!

    O'Grady has written a delightful play about the human/appliance relationship that will have audiences saying "scream." Is it better to settle for something old and broken, or to try to find something new hoping it'll be a perfect fit? As a new homeowner, the two repairmen hit very close to home. Scream. Well done!

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