Recommended by Ken Love

As a hyper-fan of the noir/crime genre, "Jacquie Floyd Sent Me" had me hooked from start to finish. Rachel Feeny-Williams put everything that needed to be heard and seen in this short piece, her best accomplishment being characters so vividly drawn in the plays brief running time. Well done!

I could definitely see this as the preface, if you will, of a bigger play. Or a film. Or . . . how about if we let this short, incisive work stand on its own. As it is. And just leave the audience wanting more. And guessing what in the hell happened next. Obsessing over it, even. The power of this piece is clearly in what isn't said or shown. Nicely done!

Now, it's my turn to join the many who have recommended this short play, a detailed snapshot of two people - one a legendary movie star, the other a vet, a common man with modest aspirations. The dialogue and characterization are never trite or condescending. The piece is warm and embracing, yet never mawkish or sentimental. It's world is black-and-white and melodramatic. And worth every minute of one's time. Highly recommended.

There is no doubt in my mind that this piece would be as difficult to see performed as it has been to read. Nothing is quiant. There is no bitterness. Not one hint of artifice anywhere. I would use the word "bittersweet", yet - in my opinion - it fails to serve as even an adequate description. For those who can handle 'end of life' themes, it is highly recommended.

Ah! The contentious Ayn Rand is surely turning in her grave. And rightfully so! An engaging set up with an acidic punch line at the end. All that's missing is a live performance!

Dame Maggie Smith? . . . Dame Judy Dench? . . . Where are you? Robert LeBlanc has written a juicy and spitefully humorous piece for only the most seasoned and gifted of actresses. Whoever performs this, please - save me a front row seat!

A lovely, absorbing end of days parable that deals head on with the well-worn theme of good verses evil in a fresh, engaging way. And I am amazed that Mr. Alles was able to endow each of the "robots" (if you will) with such nuanced character. As well as with humor. And ablomb. Nicely done!

A contemporary parable on the perils of technology. I wonder how many will lend an ear to this heartfelt cry from a desperate place?

I've said it once and I'll continue to say it: whether it is the novel, film or a play - the foundation of all literature is character. It's what's remembered when that novel is finished, or that film or play has been seen. Jennifer O'Grady's "Ellery", for me - from a mere reading - is a fine example of this. And was akin to having consumed a feast. Magic realism, drama and "the afterlife" - well-worn themes which are given fresh and exuburent life in this deeply effective play. I enjoyed it from start to finish!

"my brother's keeper" is a dark comedic parable that has to be seen to be believed. A mere reading does not do it justice. A work that teeters on the edge of the abyss. Nice work, Mr. Donley!