Recommended by Jacquelyn Floyd-Priskorn

This play reminds me that a lot of the emptiness and loneliness we feel inside is maybe because we aren't listening to the person who is right there with us. At first, the characters all speak, but never listen to one another. They are in completely isolated spots of the same location. But at the end, two of them see each other, really see each other, they listen...and then there is a reason to come together and dance. A lovely noir feeling story.

Yes! THANK YOU! There was no lesson learned in Beauty and the Beast! I always felt that way! And this play had me laughing out loud through every page! I realize I am using a LOT of exclamation marks, but I just feel strongly about this. The banter throughout this piece is so funny and spot-on. I would love to see this or be in this piece.

This is a Twilight Zone/horror play for pre-teen/teen performers! A creepy story about a crocheted golem made to protect a young girl from her bullies. It also touches on the mental anguish a child can feel from isolation and constant harassment from their peers. A fun show to design and for student performers to really go all out with!

I was wiping tears at the end of this play. A beautiful two-hander but each performer holds their own spotlight through the piece. I love this story. And what actor wouldn't want to play a cat with an Eastern European accent?

I'm so glad Joe made all of his short Joey pieces available as a full length. This has the potential to open a lot of eyes to children who may be hiding deep hurt. This is a brave script. I am glad I was given the opportunity to witness it's growth.

This piece is so important to the Joey experience. We get to see what an eloquent person Joey has become. He is NOT unscathed. He is not a poster child. He is a human being and one we can all relate to. This piece also gives the audience a mirror on to themselves. Do we want to be here, or do we need to be here. It's an important question. And no matter your answer, it's important you are aware what your answer is. Joey is going to change lives. I am glad I met him through this series.

Wow. This is such a heart-breaking separation for Joey and his "father"/abuser. It's clear that Willis loved Joey, in a terrifying way. But that's exactly why, even when Joey gets away from Willis, he is not free of Willis. I hope these plays are a little bit of freedom for young Joey. He deserves it.

I can really see how online dating has been hacked by bots and those looking for cash before connection through this hilarious, sometimes uncomfortable play about the gay hook-up scene. Seth is our everyman guiding us through these ridiculous swipes. Will he ever escape the bots? Or does he even want to?

I think this Joey was the scariest one of all. Because Willis seems so remorseful and...kind? And that is terrifying because we know his dangerous side is always right under the surface. The kindness and hugs from Willis...though a moment of reprieve...leave us all full of tension and wishing for Joey's freedom.

Joey is becoming more and more numb and methodical with his life. It's hard to watch, but I believe the Imaginary Friend is actually grown Joey and it gives me peace to see he grew up, not only surviving but thriving with strength to face and analyze his terrifying past as we relive it along with him.