Recommended by Ross Tedford Kendall

This play not only shows the depths of depression and how people struggle with it, but the impact it has on those around them. It also shows how there isn't an easy answer, either. Rob wants to emphasize with Anna's condition, and clearly loves her, but reality (and depression, brilliantly portrayed by The Form) has other plans. This is a play that leaves you with questions rather than answers, which all great theatre should do.

The title alone caught me. This short but powerful piece serves as a lyrical warning to be aware of the toxic features that can develop early on in a boy's life.

A play that reveals itself slowly, and hits hard at the end. I particularly like the title, and figuring out the ominous meaning behind such a seemingly innocuous phrase. But the characters drive the story, and it's a journey worth taking.

I lost count of all the twists in this play. This really delivers on the idea of representation in a genre, both with the main narrative and where it goes from there. I wish I could write a play like this. Great job!

Taut and potent, this play blends both the supernatural and the very real into a powerful drama. Scars can remain, and it's a reminder that in our world, things have reverberations in our lives as well.

What a unique story, taking advantage of the dog sled conceit and the mystery surrounding Erik's disappearance. I particularly love the poem, reminding me of the lost treasure poems that crop up now and then. The two characters are great foils, and both have virtues and flaws. Nicely done!

Very spooky, and very timely. I particularly like the metaphors being used here, especially those that warn against complacency and not taking said warnings seriously. A great play for a horror festival!

What a great little piece with a spooky twist! I like how the story draws you in before hitting you with the climax. Be careful what you wish for!

I adore 19th century horror literature, and this feels like the perfect homage. Hitting on feelings of terror, horror, and the grotesque, this piece draws you in and doesn't let go. References to Lovecraft, Chambers, and Bierce are always appreciated as well.

Dark, creepy, and yet plays on real world fears. This is what horror does best, and Blevins has created a real winner. Using just sounds, two characters, and a bit of atmosphere, you have a great short play for the spooky season. Would love to read more plays like this!