Recommended by Arianna Rose

SURPRISE had me at the line "I've lost my lesbians"! Mark Harvey Levine has written a banger of a comedy - not only does every single joke land, its lands on both the verbal and visual levels. As someone who has long studied metaphysics, I found the subject matter particularly compelling. To say any more would be to give too much away, other than to say Mark Harvey Levine is a master at the craft of short-play writing, and one should always choose the waffles. Part slapstick, part spiritual, and all a joy. Can't wait to see the next production.

A thoroughly original take on baguettes and discrimination by dramatist Ren Bloom. I can see this working so beautifully as a radio play, screenplay, or immersive site-specific play, as the world of Pierre and Romesh is filled with an abundance of sound, aroma, and minute little details. I love plays that seem to be about one thing but are really about something much bigger, and Ren Bloom accomplishes that in 10 short pages. Plus you'll really want some Parisian bread after reading this!

What a beautiful Love Story - about marriage, mistakes, and stones. In nine pages we go on a journey with TJ and Kendra that moves, delights, saddens, and enraptures us. I'm rooting for them, and you will be too by the end of Backyard Stonehenge, a sentiment that may not be shared by Mrs. Ferria. Playwright Jacquelyn Floyd-Priskorn writes with great craft and empathy for her characters. Read, produce, and don't drink and drive.

"Walls are diaries and rooms have desires". Playwright John Mabey had me at the synopsis. Getting to read any Mabey play is a treat, and "Remembered" rightfully deserves all the accolades and publishing it's received. Doris and Peter, and this house of memories will stay with you a long time after reading. An expertly crafted piece of the moments between us that make us human - and humane. A poetic, dreamy, image-laden play that has as many layers as the mud room.

A tension-filled monologue that will have you rooting for Wendy. To sip or not to sip is the question; a potentially deadly decision when you are a recovering alcoholic. Playwright Charles Scott Jones expertly keeps us on the edge of our casino stools as we internally scream at Wendy to put the drink down. The craft in this monologue will make it a joy for anyone to perform or direct.

I am remarkably invested in the ice cream in the car.
Playwright Charles Scott Jones crafts an absurdist comedy that twists and turns while staying in line. Wonderfully inventive, filled with well-defined characters who would be a blast to portray. All hail the Monkey King and Charles Scott Jones!
Seriously, was there ice cream in the car?

You had me at the name Spatsy Klotz. I marvel at playwright Charles Scott Jones' imagination and craft. This monologue will take you on a wild ride. Authentic dialogue, painful recognition, and - Moo. Read and perform or produce! A master class in monologue writing.

As someone who strives every day to be one of the kind, caring people, I absolutely adored SECOND TIERS. I love backstories for literary characters and Playwright Glenn Alterman has knocked it out of the park with Jimmy and Robin. I particularly adored the reveal for Lois Lane! As a South Floridian I appreciate the Key West setting; as a human, I appreciate Glenn's deft dialogue, and beautiful message. Read and produce! No big secret why this was a published as Best 10-minute play of 2012!

it's those moments of connection with another human being that bring humanity to humans. Playwright Debra Cole does a beautiful job with that in her short play Connection. Two very relatable characters on a walk. In one short minute they bring up many hot button issues around a single topic. I particularly loved the sharing of an artist's work - furthering those connections we make with others. This is such a rich piece for actors.

I love love love when inanimate objects come to life (well, except for scary dolls and clowns) and I love love love Jennifer O'Grady's body of work, so this is a match made in my own personal nirvana. So imaginative and clever. A simple concept that reinforces that we are all connected...and trying to communicate, with varying results. i'll have to start talking to the words in "Connections" at the NYT. Maybe that will help. Can't hurt, and neither can reading this fantastic play!