Recommended by Philip Middleton Williams

So what really went on inside the Trojan Horse? All history records is that the Trojans brought it inside the walls and ... well...

Charlie Stowe's take on it is hip and fun. I'd love to see this on stage.

Explaining death and life to a child is never easy, but in this charming and often gently humorous short play, Daniel Guyton does it so well that even a grown-up can understand it.

When Father Time meets his match, there's nothing that can't happen in three seconds. The imagination of this play is so much fun, and John Mabey brings out the hopes and fancies so well. Take the time -- pun intended -- to savor this moment and think about what you'd do with the moment and what you'd become.

The concept of defining our differences in terms that are easily understood is often seen as simplistic or aimed at children. If the intention was to write a "children's play" -- and I don't think it was -- it goes way beyond that. "Weeds" is neither simplistic nor patronizing, and in a wonderful way, it works on every level.

This monologue goes right to the heart and grabs it. It's a loving, caring, and at the end a devastating tour de force. I loved hearing it in a reading through Almost Adults, and it is a great piece for an older actor, blowing away the stereotypes and making you believe in love at all its levels.

So often we hear about the impersonal and mechanical connections that we make in the digital age. But this short and beautiful piece is all about connecting in ways that go beyond the surface, even when you're just asking for a little assistance. It says a lot about the need for human connection and how we cherish it, even if just for a brief moment, and in this moment, John Mabey has restored a lot of faith in the simple act of helping someone, and showing how it goes both ways.

This is a clever and witty interpretation of "The Count of Monte Cristo" with strong roles for young actors. Charlie Stowe not only understands the inspirational material, he finds new ways to bring the tale to the stage. He has a good ear for the dialogue without resorting to stereotypes, and the action moves along smartly. I would love to see this on stage.

Exactly the right notes at exactly the right time. Thank you, Rachael, I needed this.

It only takes a moment... and what a moment. This little play captures the euphoria, the thrill, the anticipation, and yes, the dread of what lies ahead. And I hope this will not be a period piece.

A visually arresting play even if you only read it; the story grips you from the beginning, so just imagine how great it would be to see it. This is a horror story, meant to shock, and yet done in a way that it's not gratuitous. Each element, from the characters and their motives, is clear, concise, and pulls no punches. This is powerful stuff and well-played.