Recommended by Danielle Wirsansky

Dan Taube’s The Coin is a gripping and intense exploration of human disparity and connection, set against a backdrop of ominous tension. Through its stark dialogue and powerful character dynamics, the play offers a chilling yet thought-provoking examination of identity and fate, making it a compelling piece for actors and directors alike.

Toby Malone's Group/Text brilliantly captures the chaos of high school group projects with its inventive blend of real-time and text-based interactions. This sharp, humorous play expertly navigates the trials of teamwork and technology, offering a dynamic and hilarious experience that's sure to resonate with both teen actors and audiences.

Arianna Rose & Shelly Gartner's Get That Mouse! is a riotous, high-energy musical where corporate mascots face off in a comical battle of revenge. With sharp wit and dark humor, this 15-minute romp delivers a hilariously twisted take on a theme park's fast-food feud, guaranteed to leave audiences in stitches.

Jack Levine's Bonds That Never Break is a touching exploration of brotherly connection, grief, and memory. Through heartfelt dialogue and evocative reflections, Levine crafts a poignant narrative that invites the audience to share in the warmth and complexity of familial bonds.

This play is a mesmerizing queer fairytale that effortlessly blends whimsy with profound themes of yearning and self-discovery. Set in a quaint coastal town, this enchanting play captures the magic of folklore and the beauty of human connection, all while showcasing Kantor's gift for evocative storytelling and gentle revelation. Perfect for audiences seeking both charm and depth, it's a heartwarming exploration of belonging and transformation.

This monologue delivers a powerful and emotional portrayal of a mother’s heart-wrenching struggle to convince her traumatized son to return to school after a shooting. Madelyn’s raw, heartfelt words not only captures the immense love and fear of a parent but also provides a poignant reflection on the broader implications of safety and trauma in today’s world.

John Kelly’s “Telling the Bees” is a poignant, ten-minute gem that captures a young girl's journey from grief to growth through the wisdom of an elderly neighbor and the natural world. With authentic dialogue and a touching narrative, it beautifully explores the healing power of connection and the sweet promise of hope.

I thought this plays was very interesting, exploring an oft untalked about topic. I apprecaite that it provides roles for actors that ordinarily do not get this kind of representation.

This play was hysterical all the way through! I really enjoyed it. It's silly and irreverent in all the right ways.

I enjoyed reading SWAN 1. It's very fast paced and takes you through a lot of up and downs that couples go through and discusses the sacrifices one makes for relationships and how we can be blind to the own issues we create.