Recommended by Ross Tedford Kendall

Definitely a play that should be in any Halloween-themed festival, or any ten-minute play festival. The playwright nails the atmosphere, leaving you constantly wondering what will happen next. You'll have a surefire winner if this play is staged.

The pandemic has changed many things about our way of life, and St. James puts a microscope on three characters cut off from the rest of the world, and how they were affected. The results are stunning, with a raw energy and honesty that few may ever attempt. It draws you in and lets you truly feel the hope and heartache they have. Plus, it has David Bowie.

Consistently spooky and genuinely chilling, this little play is perfect for the Halloween season. The playwright weaves a tale with simple dialogue, and yet it will stick with you for a long time.

Heart wrenching, yet hopeful in the end, Water Child explores a painful yet plausible story of a family coming to terms with a tragedy. The characters each deal with it in their own way, and while we can watch objectively, the playwright invites us in to the emotional journey to see why they make the decisions they do. A very moving, powerful work.

Dean's focus on the past causes him to almost miss what is right in front of him. This play is a very touching love letter to the people in our lives who truly matter.

A play that mixes the mad scientist trope with the modern music scene. A lot of fun to be had when these characters are brought together. And it has a dancing wheel of cheese. What more could you ask for?

A play that really explores the meaning of justice, and how some have confused justice with revenge. The devastation of a heinous crime has many victims, and this play makes it all present.

The playwright has seen more than his share of 10 minute plays, but this is one of the best. The trappings and cliches are upended as each twist and turn shines new light on the old tropes of the form. The perfect way to end any 10 minute play festival.

Even the quiet moments are devastating in this play. With no easy way out, the characters are forced to confront their issue, and yet there is dignity and grace in their approach. A play that will certainly move audiences. Hope to see it staged soon!

Darkly hilarious, the playwright knows how to tease the comedy along. Starting small, increasing the stakes, and ending on the absurd, this is masterful work. Even the normally serious subject matter doesn't slow this play down. A fine job.