Recommended by Jack Levine

JOHN BUSSER’s ‘Annnd Scene (Of The Crime)” is a delightful murder mystery in which the police interrogation is in improv. The storyline is unique, interesting, and witty. I can picture this play performed onstage. The audience will be roaring with laughter. Great job!

RACHAEL CARNES’ play, “Brothers”, deeply affected me as I read it and thought about what happened in a place of worship. It is such a sweet remembrance of the people of faith and fellowship, who were slaughtered in a brutal, tragic, bigoted act of violence. These souls were like a family to one another. Why is there such hatred? Why is there resistance to sensible gun legislation? Why? So sad. Thanks to Rachael Carnes for writing such a beautiful tribute!

LISA DELLAGIARINO FERIEND’s short has the kind of ending you suspect, than don’t, then do. Oh, my, will “The Early Flight” reveal something a man suspects, or does he hope for, or is it all in his mind? This is a fun little play with two possible endings, both with a touch of irony.

DANIEL PRILLAMAN’s short play puts a spin on addictive behavior in a very witty way. “The RAKEoning” is a fun look at the trials and tribulations of being neighbors, enjoying alcohol and drugs, and dealing with midlife crises. You will definitely enjoy this piece!

DANIEL PRILLAMAN’s play, “Ashleigh Says Out Loud The Thing She Meant To Say In Her Head”, took me by complete surprise and gave me a wonderful laugh out loud moment. We all have thoughts running through our heads and dare not say them out loud. Audiences will be stunned but will enjoy the moment of - shall we say? - neighbors getting to know each other a little better.

DANIEL PRILLAMAN portrays the essence of what it means to face the probability of imminent death and then suddenly be refreshed with a chance of survival. The amazing thing is all of this is done within one minute, with one character, and no dialogue. “Gratitude 4” is a wonderful short piece from a truly gifted playwright.

REX MCGREGOR has nailed the scenario we have probably all had in one form or another: a neighbor does something annoying to us but refuses to think their actions should be curtailed when asked in the most pleasant manner. “Birds Are Feeding Us” also touches on the emotional bond some people feel with animals, such as birds. I watched this play performed on Zoom and loved it!

KEN PREUSS’s play is a sweet story of Ron and Suzie, who meet at different times in their lives. There is a strong bond, yet circumstances keep them moving in difference directions until the ‘circles of their lives’ find their ‘tangent’, the coming together at their reunion. “Shapes And Stanzas” is poetic, logical, and full of love.

SCOTT SICKLES writes a powerful monologue of the danger of sexual assault, the power and beauty of dance, and physical danger overcome by the strength of movement. This piece will leave you wanting to cheer for a potential victim turned perpetrator. “Rainy Night In A Piazzi Of Stone: A Monologue For A Dancer” is a hit!

JACQUELYN FLOYD-PRISKORN delves into the meaning of ‘happy ever after’ with a fairytale story that will leave you with a view of what actually can make someone happy. Ida, in “Ida Invisible”, is like so many people who are insecure, or ‘invisible’ in their mind, and have given up on finding their own purpose in life. This is such a lovely play with fun characters and a wonderful message of finding yourself. Audiences will love this play!