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John Mabey

Recommended by John Mabey

  • Goodbye, Bobby by Philip Middleton Williams
    21 Oct. 2020
    “ I've often held conversations in my head with characters I've created, wondering where the ideas originated. And when it's done right, they feel as real as myself. In GOODBYE, BOBBY, Philip Middleton Williams offers us a peek into such an encounter, and it's layered with insights and meanings that both characters wrestle with and explore. This is a magical encounter that will stay with me as both a writer and a reader. ”
  • Unburied: A Queer Horror-Comedy by John Bavoso
    21 Oct. 2020
    “ John Bavoso has written a provocative and original meta-examination of the 'bury your gays' trope in UNBURIED. Queerbaiting and the typical untimely demise of queer characters is seen in many genres, but especially thrillers. John takes those themes and examines them in this play through a lens of internalized homophobia as well. A thrilling production I'd be excited to see staged. ”
  • Black Santa by David Beardsley
    21 Oct. 2020
    “ David Beardsley has crafted such a well-written and complex 10-minute play about subtle and overt discrimination and racism. He explores white privilege through dynamic characters and pays careful attention to the ways these characters are understood by each other and by the audience. This play should be a welcome addition at many festivals. ”
  • DO OVER - a 30 minute drama for four characters by Arianna Rose
    20 Oct. 2020
    “ Arianna Rose creates such a fascinating and elegant world in DO OVER that you won't want to leave the 'U Drop Inn.' This is such a beautifully sophisticated play that explores existence and the bonds we create with each other that transcend death. Her skillful writing is filled with a compassion and humanity that elevates this play into a dynamic one-act I'd love to see staged. ”
  • Dolls by Robert Weibezahl
    19 Oct. 2020
    “ Robert Weibezahl has crafted a touching and poignant play about three moms and their struggles for understanding and happiness. Through their insights and intentions for their children, they reveal the most about themselves. His writing deftly explores gender, race, and stereotypes with both comedy and heart. ”
  • Genesisters (Online Version) by Ken Preuss
    15 Oct. 2020
    “ There's been much speculation about how the Earth was created, but none as enjoyable as Genesisters. Each character is unique and a delight for any actress to tackle. This is also a play that succeeds so brilliantly online and explores fantastical themes with immense humor and insight. ”
  • Science Friction; or, The Rapid Deconstruction of a Rational Mind by Ken Preuss
    15 Oct. 2020
    “ Ken Preuss has a special way of giving an enormous amount of depth and heart to any topic, and in this comedy he succeeds with sci-fi bliss. And friction. The couple in this play encounter unexpected romantic twists and plenty of sci-fi references to satisfy fans of either genre. Definitely a play that will delight audiences in festivals. ”
  • SEEDS (audio one-act available) by Donna Hoke
    25 Sep. 2020
    “ This is such a gripping and multilayered play about complex choices, family and decisions surrounding parenthood. Donna Hoke does an exceptional job exploring the motivations of each character while providing surprises about their connections. The audio version is especially successful, too, where the use of sound and music support the script itself while also providing additional context and meaning. This is a play I'd greatly enjoy watching on stage and it was incredibly successful as I listened to the audio version through KDC Theatre. ”
  • A CONSTANT MAN by Martha Patterson
    17 Sep. 2020
    “ Martha Patterson writes with a deep understanding of the internal complexities of her characters. This is an engaging memory play between a mother and son where even the audience might not know whose recollection is correct, but their journey together is rewarding to watch unfold. ”
  • FINDING HELP by Marj O'Neill-Butler
    17 Sep. 2020
    “ This is a remarkable play with so much honesty and empathy. It's never easy to navigate aging and the need for assisted living, but Marj O'Neill-Butler has created 3 unique characters with such distinct and clear points of view. The writing is very strong as she weaves together unexpected alliances with vulnerability and compassion. ”

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