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This monologue punched me in the gut. It was beautiful, it was tragic, and it made waterfalls pour out my eyes. Such a concise, well-written piece. It is only a page of dialogue, and it can stand on its own. That’s a testament to Carnes and her ability to maximize the minimal. This is world-class writing. Amazing work, Rachael.

What a touching piece! A recollection of the memories the protagonist shared with his soulmate. Williams focuses heavy on the power of memory, and how we can keep the deceased alive in our subconscious. This piece is didactic, as it taught me that life is temporary, and experiences are forever. Once again, Philip displays writing excellence with “Allen’s Big Adventure.”

Philip Williams always knows how to make an laugh. The comedy in this script is strong, it’s witty, and it also shows a slight desperation some have in finding work, willing to do, or be asked anything that is desired, no matter the circumstances or level of comfort some find themselves in. An endearing and charming ten-minute that I’d attend if performed live.

This monologue ripped my heart out of my chest. A premise that’s relatable paired with Wyndham’s powerful writing makes “Emergency” a tear-jerker. A great monologue for actors who’d like a challenge, or for one to read. Excellent work, Asher.

This monologue ripped my heart out of my chest. A premise that’s relatable paired with Wyndham’s powerful writing makes “Emergency” a tear-jerker. A great monologue for actors who’d like a challenge, or for one to read. Excellent work, Asher.

Wow, I love this monologue. As someone who’s struggled with their weight in the past, this piece truly hit home for me. Ethan is believable as he is powerful. Deray passionately displays the struggles one goes through on their weight loss journey. This would be excellent for a one-minute play festival!

“Partner Of” is a beautifully composed piece! The characters are deep, the plot is jarring, and the message is powerful. The opening monologue accentuates a poetic eloquence that Carnes carries throughout the piece. The shift between time periods were flawless, which is very difficult to do. Overall, a stunning and strong 10-minute piece. This play also has fantastic roles for women of colour. Fabulous work, Rachael!

“Moonlight over L.A” is a special piece. The subject matter is accentuated by the Noir theme, and the dialogue flows like a river. Ken Love has put every ounce of passion possible into the story, a gem of a play. Great work, Ken!

I don't have enough praise for Gonzalez's "Even Flowers Bloom in Hell, Sometimes." Crafted with absolute care, it has one of the most unique structures I've seen in a script, along with an eclectic blend of art-forms. Gonzalez's didactic piece shows you the lives of these well-rounded characters, and how a little light can encourage one's growth. I am in awe by your writing, Franky. I can't wait to check out more of your work!

Don't be fooled by the amount of comedy DeVita employs in this piece. "The Fierce Urgency of Now" has valuable, well-thought out characters, with a very interesting dynamic between Kyle and Dodo, along with displaying the harsh realities of a totalitarian workplace. Well-researched and well-written, this piece is a surefire attention grabber! Keep up the fantastic work, Doug!