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22 May. 2018
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A doomsday/meet-cute comedy has never been so much fun! Never a dull moment. ”
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Asher Wyndham
Recommended by Asher Wyndham
- Addressing the Nation (10 min) by22 May. 2018“ In utopia or, at least, a country that respects trans, this play wouldn't be necessary. Sadly, it's needed. It's a political play that records and testifies to the marginalization of trans in the Age of Trump -- and it reminds us that the best response to inequality/discrimination/injustice/fear is to NOT wait for things to slowly change, but step foward boldly without shame and be your true self -- and put on that dress. That dress of identity and courage. Highly recommended for political-themed and LGBTQI/Pride-themed festivals. ”
- Talos by21 May. 2018“ The anti-terrorist agents Vinnie and Ekram in Nelson's short are a bit like the Robert Langdon/Vittoria Vetra duo from Dan Brown and Don Adams and Barbara Feldon from Get Short. What they are up to on top of a glass prism is a one-of-a-kind idea. I would love to see these two in a longer piece. ”
- The Red Truck, a monologue by18 May. 2018“ The ending of 'The Red Truck' hits you - like a truck. What happens after the last line - an emotional reaction for both character and audience - is not - intentionally - suggested or stated. This perfectly executed monologue makes an intimate connection - without closure even after curtain falls or blackout - between audience and the character on stage. She's speaking to us - not the theatre audience - the stage audience; we are in her world, her disgusting America - a country where men traumatize and assault women from girlhood to adulthood. Produce it. Audition it. ”
- Blue, a monologue by18 May. 2018“ 'Since November I’ve seen more swastikas than I’ve seen in my whole life.' Unfortunately, that statement in Bublitz's monologue is one that Jewish-Americans have said (in a little different way) since the 2016 election. If you enjoy the writerly ease and specificity of Donald Margulies' monologues - esp. 'Lola' or 'I Don't Know What I'm Doing' - you'll love the monologue 'Blue.' Stellar -- it's active without physical action, but active in how this woman articulates her discomfort, her recognition of entitlement, and fear in the Age of Trump. If I was a producer, I'd choose this! ”
- IN TRAINING by17 May. 2018“ A comedy in darkness - about workplace dynamics - about communication, collaboration, trust (or blind trust), ridiculous standard work practices. Everyone who's had a sucky job can relate. Another stellar addition to a growing body of work that demands attention by theatremakers nationwide. ”
- The Kitty Bomb (ten minute comedy) by17 May. 2018“ I had the pleasure of hearing this funny play at the 2018 William Inge Festival. You may at first not relate to the crazy brother revealing his latest idea to make money, even though his charm and energy wins you over immediately. At the end, you may feel an affinity with this loser. Great title, realistic dialog, distinct characters, and plenty of laughs. ”
- Rank by17 May. 2018“ I heard a reading of this play at the 2018 Willian Inge Festival in Kasnas. It was one of the best structured plays at the festival -- I think it was flawless in how it progressed to its disturbing ending. The characters -- Nova, Fogle, and Andy - had distinct voices and personalities. Its theme on survival - the fittest survive, the others are discarded - is satire for what's going on today, but it's also a warning for the future. Highly recommended for a sci-fi festival. ”
- Crashing Through Kauai by17 May. 2018“ I was fortunate to hear a reading of this beautiful play at the 2018 William Inge Festival in Kansas. The evocative setting in Hawaii expressed through language, the mythology and ritual in this setting, the characters thoughts on love make for a powerful, poetic play. A scenic designer would love to tackle this play. ”
- Pussy Sludge by15 May. 2018“ This play. This play will leave a sludge-smudge on your sub-conscious. An electric shock to your system just like the electric shock the titular character experiences in the swamp land setting. You'll get that shock several times in the reading This play makes 99.99% of plays safe and conservative in comparison. It's a difficult challenge - and that is a good thing - for all designers. You may have never encountered such an evocative, twisted, erotic, disturbing, provoking, poignant play like this before. Check it out now. ”