Recommended by Tom Erb

"Flight Fright" is outstanding in expressing friendship and power of mind. The fellowship represented in the relationships between the characters and mutual support under any circumstances makes it poignant for the audience and expresses everyone's fundamental need for kindness and understanding. The topic of overcoming fears is also present in a veiled form, with a good portion of humor, giving people something to think over. It's a delightful and capturing play that combines humor, sentiment, and life wisdom.

The radio play "90026: Echo Park - Ten Dollars and a Tambourine," authored by Mildred Inez Lewis, offers a distinctive experience by immersing its audience in a rich and complex dialogue between two vivid characters. The narrative centers on Sister Aimee Semple McPherson and the ghost of William J. Seymour, unfolding in the KFSG radio station, overseen by Sister Aimee, a charismatic and stylish Canadian evangelist atop Angelus Temple. As the play commemorates the station's first anniversary, Sister Aimee's character is vividly depicted through dynamic dialogues and descriptions, showcasing her as a vibrant and devoted woman of faith.

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This is a poignant play about a married couple, Jeen and Zannie, navigating the challenges of illness and caregiving. The hospital room setting is a backdrop to the raw and tender moments the characters share. The play explores themes of dependence, communication, and the impact of illness on a relationship. The emotional depth of the space is palpable, making it a powerful and thought-provoking experience for the audience. Ultimately, "Going Home" by Arianne Rose conveys a message of love and resilience amidst loss. Very Touching!

This emotional play explores the dynamics of a family facing tragedy. The numerical concept uniquely explores the changing dynamics and external impacts. Each character adds compelling dialogue while revealing their struggles and how they deal with them. In “Family by Numbers” by Arianne Rose, the simplicity of the set strips away all the outside conflicts and zeros in on the character’s words and struggles. It touches on themes of love, loss, and the enduring bonds of family, making it a compelling story.

On Valentine's Day, two people are in the park looking through a photo album, reminiscing about their well-lived lives. Patricia Wakely Wolf's play "Love in the Ether" captures the loving relationship between a mother and daughter with witty dialogue that adds a comedic tone. The characters are strong, and their dialogue is deliberate. Overall, it is a delightful piece that captures the lasting and loving connection between the two.

Andie Arthur's play "Dinner at the End of the World" is a unique concept that takes a unique approach to the Four Horsemen of the Apocalypse. It is very engaging with its clever and witty dialogue and sprinkling of unexpected plot twists. The inter-thoughts and communication between the Four Horsemen of the Apocalypse are refreshing and a delightful, unconventional approach that challenges our beliefs.

Sheila Cowley's play was inspiring because it shows two sides of the equation. I couldn't help but think that Ripley and Robin are the same people looking in the mirror, seeking inspiration and hoping to be challenged by the norm. Ripley could have been Robin's inner voice calling on her to move on from brown. --- Tom Erb

This play “Down We Go” made me feel like I was on that plane with these two women. Their deepest thoughts and insecurities were laid out for all to hear that history making heroes are just like all of us. The dialogue is riveting and thought provoking. Through their words it was no surprise that these women were true patriots. Danielle Wirsansky’s intereptation of this moment is captivating and insightful. The staging is perfect and plays to the harmony of this production. Great read!

This play “Down We Go” made me feel like I was on that plane with these two women. Their deepest thoughts and insecurities were laid out for all to hear that history making heroes are just like all of us. The dialogue is riveting and thought provoking. Through their words it was no surprise that these women were true patriots. Danielle Wirsansky’s intereptation of this moment is captivating and insightful. The staging is perfect and plays to the harmony of this production. Great read!

Wow! After reading “Conflict on a Bench” I wondered if Marj O’Neill-Butler was the girl on my playground. This short play speaks volumes because it is the formative years that we hold close and her words and characters made me wish I could have the chance to sit on a bench in a playground watching over a grandchild and being reunited with any or all of my bullies and nemesis, which are mostly girls that I wanted to like me. Thanks for the reminder that the past is the past, and we should take every chance to move forward.