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Marj O'Neill-Butler

Recommended by Marj O'Neill-Butler

  • Last Gasp by David Beardsley
    7 Mar. 2020
    “ This short play is close to what may be eerily true about climate change and the end of the world as we know it. A final lifeline, 5000 babies in cryogenic suspension and a looping tape...is this the end of the world? This is an important take on climate change and our future an this planet. ”
  • Paletas de Coco or, The Letter Unspoken or, The Christmas Eve Play by Franky D. Gonzalez
    5 Mar. 2020
    “ I, too, heard Franky's play in the quirky bookstore, Heirloom Books, somewhere in Chicago. In an intimate setting with friends and strangers, we re-lived Franky's life with all its pain and suffering. The most truthful play I've ever heard. I can't stop thinking about it and Franky. Along with the harrowing stories, there was such humor and laughter. This play needs to be heard and seen. ”
  • Who Will Sing for Lena by Janice Liddell
    20 Feb. 2020
    “ This long monologue is enlightening, historical and above all sad. Sad because a woman, especially a black woman, in the 40's had few choices about her life. Liddell brings Lena to life. We see her, we feel for her, we agonize for her. A really special piece. ”
  • Dakota Man Camp by Jo Brisbane
    16 Feb. 2020
    “ Interesting four character play with an enigmatic ending. Four disparate characters, hungry and snowed in,
    face a tense morning. And there is a gun. ”
  • Rabbit Summer by Tracey Conyer Lee
    15 Feb. 2020
    “ This play had me weep unexpectedly. Conyer Lee makes you see all sides of the arguments and stories about being black in this country. A family drama about the things we hide from the people we love and those who love us. A journey of love and hate. Believable dialogue and breath taking confessions. I love this play. ”
  • Being Wendy Wasserstein - A monologue by Karen Fix Curry
    13 Jan. 2020
    “ I could hear Wendy Wasserstein herself in this incredible monologue about her journey as a playwright in the 70's and beyond. Her characters and stories are so important and ring true to this day. A great monologue for 50+ women. ”
  • Ordained (a ten minute play) by Mark Harvey Levine
    5 Jan. 2020
    “ Sharon may be crazy trying to marry two strangers, but you root for Abby and Gary to at least give a relationship a try. A last minute kiss might do it. A really fun short play about the possibility of destiny. ”
  • COASTER by Scott Mullen
    4 Jan. 2020
    “ My adrenalin was pumping reading this funny, compact short play that takes place on a roller coaster. Each page brings new information and Scott has you rooting for both central characters as the play unfolds. Funny and romantic at the same time. ”
  • Karlie's Jitters (MONOLOGUE) by Paul Donnelly
    2 Jan. 2020
    “ Karlie's Jitters is funny, sad, wise and thoughtful. I say, don't invite the mother to the wedding. Why take chances? ”
  • A Moment of Clarity by Philip Middleton Williams
    30 Dec. 2019
    “ This is a concise 10 minute play about a father and son and their history. It is moving and joyful, as the father and son share memories. The love between them is palpable. This piece might be classified as a gay play, but it is so much more. It deals with affection and understanding that we would wish for every family. ”

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