Recommended by Jack Seamus Conley

I had the true honor of directing the first iteration of this play— it’s a truly moving piece with a beautiful but believable dynamic between the characters. As someone who’s worked on it, I can say it’s a lot to sink your teeth into in the best possible way and I think many an actor or director would be delighted to take it on. As a viewer / reader, this show deserves to be seen far and wide — it’s a masterful take on a topic that’s important, but hard to do well.

Merge is a thoughtfully written, earnest, and touching coming of age story about finding oneself and figuring out one's play in the world. My favorite element of the script is the relationship between the two characters, which is both believably written and heartwarming (we all need a Michy in our lives). This play would work wonderfully for both digital or "live" production, and I highly recommend it.

A great short play that covers a genre I personally don't see enough of in contemporary/new plays: noir. The dialogue in this piece is especially noteworthy, as the banter and exchanges between the characters are engaging without giving too much away up front (read: wonderful opportunity for subtext work for actors!). Excellent take on the noir genre overall, and with just the right dose of comedy to boot.

Earnest, funny, and original all at the same time! Brown offers a refreshing and engaging take on a vampire story, making clever and timely use of Zoom as a medium. Definitely recommend.

Literally anyone can walk into your life and change it, in any way, at any time, and that's exactly what Lee's "blank robbery" explores... and does so in a unique and engaging way. The relationships between the characters-- both old and new-- draw in the attention and make one thing, and I especially enjoyed the banter between Keyanna and Nate. This is a fascinating short piece that would make a great stage production or short film.

With characters you can't help but like and an equal parts honest-but-absurd (in the best way) take on the unique quirks of young love, Hoke has crafted a delightful and engaging short play. It's the kind of piece that inhabits that elusive sweet spot where it's complete on its own but also leaves you wondering what could possibly happen next. Overall a very enjoyable ride!

Love the father-son dynamic in this piece and always appreciate a good "dad joke." Philip Middleton Williams has rendered a believable and engaging family dynamic with this play, and the respect and love between the characters is clear. This piece creates a great opportunity for male-identifying actors to step into roles that center male family relationships without being stereotypical or toxic.

Lovely ode to theater and everything that goes into learning the ins and outs of the trade, particularly for those who spend their time backstage. In this relatable and earnest (but still decidedly funny!) short comedy, Feeny-Williams has touched wonderfully upon the love, care, and understanding that goes along with passing on theatre traditions and knowledge from one "generation" to the next.

An engaging, earnest piece that strikes an excellent balance between being sharply funny and authentic in its use of drama and emotion. Milo and Murphy are both realistic, likable, believable characters and their encounter is both moving and entertaining in a way that makes you want to know more about them. Overall, a wonderful short piece that would give actors a lot to sink their proverbial teeth into.

Laugh-out-loud funny, unapologetically queer, and irreverent in the best of ways. There's a ton to like about this script, but the relatable personalities (as a young queer person I definitely have friends like each of the characters!) and masterful integration of PowerPoint make this a triumph as a Zoom play. The horror element is just a (very welcome) bonus.