16 Contestant Show Talent by
6 Jul. 2021
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This was so fun. This was so clever. This is what fun theatre is, this is written by a playwright who knows how to utilize his strengths and knows how to enjoy what he does. ”
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Cole Hunter Dzubak
Recommended by Cole Hunter Dzubak
- Diabetes by5 Jul. 2021“ As a diabetic this is a conversation I’ve had on more than one occasion. Rinkel does many things here. On one hand he shows you a caring mother worried about her son, but then again he gives us an overprotective and over barring eye over your shoulder. He gives us a son who can handle his disease on how own, but then again one who is shutting everyone else out and handling it on his own even though he doesn’t have to. A brilliant work with a watchful eye for how things are and can be. ”
- Chewie, Get Us Out of Here by4 Jul. 2021“ This is just fun. While this show makes great use of the references from so many classic Sci-Fi films, this show has great on stage characters that have witty dialogue and great banter. A fantastic ten minutes of theatre. ”
- 2078 Refugee by4 Jul. 2021“ Smartly written and impactful commentary on relevant issues, McCants’s creates a piece that leaves a lasting impression and is absolutely brilliant! ”
- Wendy and the Neckbeards by4 Jul. 2021“ I was recently cast in this show at MSU and wanted to show some love. This show is absolutely brilliant and touches on so many often ignored topics. The characterization of the chorus of neckbeards shines line on how traumatic internet trolls can be to a person, and the storyline with Jess, Bree, and Chad is so terrific. This show also breaks the fourth wall so well, and does so in a way that keeps the audience in the world of the play. I love this show as a playwright, and can’t wait to be in it as actor. ”
- New York Shorts: A Trio of 1-Minute Plays by4 Jul. 2021“ I’m a sucker for a vignette show, and Rinkel certainly makes one hell of a show here! As a performer in many aspects, New York is a place I respect and adore whole heartily. This piece shows us the humorous and stereotypical side of New York, as well as the serious and prideful side of what makes the city so amazing. The conversation about why the city is called the bug apple is so hilarious! And the final vignette is so beautiful. This is a short but impactful play by Rinkel here. ”
- Bicycle to Beijing by4 Jul. 2021“ A beautifully written piece that examines the ups and downs of ones youth. The back and forth between Charlie and Tania is smart and realistic, the introduction of Joe and his story adds so much drama and nuance to the story, and the world that Josephs has created in this story is certainly one that stands out and makes an impact. Brilliant work. ”
- The Prince's Richard by29 Jun. 2021“ A great political comedy that makes me wish I could come up with jokes and stories like this. Corona has such a distinct voice, and you can hear it here more than ever. This is a piece that I am going to come back to when I am looking for inspiration for political commentary as well as wordplay. Brilliant work, can't wait to read more. ”
- The Brightest Light by27 Jun. 2021“ This is such a moving and powerful piece. A story between two friends who were more like sisters, and how despite them drifting apart, there is still love for one another. Lamedman does a fantastic job with the staging and characterizations here, and created such a complex and compelling play. ”
- A CHANCE by27 Jun. 2021“ Smith takes you on a roller coaster with this piece, but it was one that is worth the ride. In just 9 short pages, we see the story of two women end up at the same park bench supposedly by chance. I think the greatest thing about this piece is that fact that I didn't see that ending coming. The characterizations of both women set them apart, and while their dialogue makes you think one thing, once the twist is revealed, then the whole piece makes perfect sense. Fantastic work. ”