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Raven Petretti-Stamper

Recommended by Raven Petretti-Stamper

  • The Oktavist by Vince Gatton
    5 Jan. 2023
    “ This piece blew me away. The setting, the situation and the reality of what it was all about so much bigger than the beginning would have led the reader, me, to believe. A stunning piece about the cloaks we sometimes don't know we're wearing to hide the truth. The characters are there, the subtext is there, the plot is there. I sure as heck hope this has been performed a thousand times because it deserves it. ”
  • Sugar by Jennifer O'Grady
    5 Jan. 2023
    “ So powerful and suspenseful right from the opening. A stranger in the hallway who may or may not want to get in but for what reason? I'm not a director but I could visualize and hear every word every intention spoken. An important work emphasized by the restraint and brilliance in the writing. Once I had a firm view, this will keep you guessing, each line made me ask will she and hope she would. ”
  • Playing on the Periphery: Monologues and Scenes For and About Queer Kids by Scott Sickles
    2 Nov. 2022
    “ These children are so vivid/real and their shared moments are so honest. Of course children know who they are but I'm reading this from the perspective of someone who didn't grow up in the oh ohs so I feel for their journey. This piece or pieces from it need to be seen. Embracing what/who these characters represent is so important in a time where we're supposed to accept all but many are hesitant. Bravo for putting these beautiful children on paper. I hope it is seen by many. ”
  • Always by Dana Hall
    1 Nov. 2022
    “ I am smiling from ear to ear. What a wonderful piece that captures a 50 year bond perfectly. And I know it's Irving Berlin's music that was featured but I couldn't help but think of the song, It's A Quiet Thing and the lyrics "Happiness comes in on a tip toe" because this piece does that, it tip toes in. The simplicity is striking and really brings this beautiful relationship to life. ”
  • Let Them Eat Cake (from the THE WRINKLE RANCH AND OTHER PLAYS ABOUT GROWING OLD collection) by Debra A. Cole
    13 Jul. 2022
    “ What a beautiful, touching moment in the main character's lives. So nice to see two older characters and have the piece be about dementia without it really being. A splendid job that is def worthy of the stage. ”
  • After Happily Ever After by Rachel Feeny-Williams
    1 Jun. 2022
    “ What spirited little piece! The opposing views are lovely, the nod to women's lib (is there a more modern term for it than that?) fantastic, the fact that in the end another potential partner rolls along so everyone does in fact get their happy ending. A very fun romp that should be required reading for every young girl along with the children's book the Paper Bag Princess. Enjoyed this a lot. ”
  • Hot Blood Sundae by Aly Kantor
    4 Feb. 2022
    “ Aly Kantor’s not afraid to tackle some taboo subjects in this fast paced and terrific one-act. Two friends meet to discuss pending lab results and what results is a raw piece about sexuality and the freedoms men and women don’t share and how sometimes, being an outsider has enormous benefits. Snappy dialogue in a piece that’s honesty would keep an audience on its toes and howling with its characters. ”
  • Coming In by Christopher Plumridge
    14 Jan. 2022
    “ What a delightful tale, especially for today when it's "okay" to be fluid. The parents are deliciously realistic and I believed every reaction. I was sucked in because the characters were so spot on and the dialogue was charming. I think this would be incredible live, especially in a festival about lerv. Well done. ”
  • Joey Age 7 by Joe Swenson
    14 Jan. 2022
    “ I like this moment of peace in this continuation of Joey's story. The relationship between his imaginary friend and himself starts to deepen and I get a real sense of the comfort Joey needed to deal with his surroundings. The dialogue says just enough (is wonderful) and the imagery of this child carving out his own space to get away from his reality makes me want to tear up. I look forward to reading more. ”
  • Joey Age 6 by Joe Swenson
    14 Jan. 2022
    “ This is a heartbreaking piece about a boy who found himself in an unspeakable situation with a horrible man. The violence is palpable but the way Mr. Swenson weaves the imaginary friend into the story gives solace and a sense of hope for the young boy. This is an important read because of the writing, because it's based on a true story, because this should never happen to anyone. ”

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