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Christopher Plumridge

Recommended by Christopher Plumridge

  • Showers by Rachel Feeny-Williams
    25 Mar. 2022
    “ I'm a stickler for a spooky story, but what the author does is take you one uncomfortable level further in this atmospheric and tragic two hander. It's suggested an adult or child could play Joy, but for real impact a child will be best to portray young Joy.
    The rain sound effects set behind the seemingly comfort of her mothers couch add to the tension running through this piece. I'm often left wanting more from this prolific authors work, but here she neatly ties it up in this heartbreaking short piece. It needs to be staged. ”
  • Dance like no one can see you by Rachel Feeny-Williams
    25 Mar. 2022
    “ We all remember our 20's, which Rachel sums up brilliantly in this short monologue where she recounts heady nightclub sessions. I admire how Lydia commands the ambiance, she's able to change the mood by simply clicking her fingers. I didn't go clubbing much in my 20's, least of all in short skirts and heels, but boy if Madness - House of Fun comes on I'm up on the dance floor in a flash to display my best Dad-Dance moves! ”
  • Dmitri and the Witch present How To Live Forever by Ruby Lee Lowenstein
    25 Mar. 2022
    “ Drawn in by the very first line of the synopsis of this play, I was led into world of clay, witches and time, the like I've never seen before. This is a truly beautiful, poetic, madly insane tour de force which will surely give it's actors a wonderful challenge to bring to life. What I enjoy most about plays like this is that the audience can take any meaning they wish from it, such is the diversity.
    But for me the Witch in her bath is a wonderful notion, or do I mean potion! Wonderful, loving, heartfelt madness! ”
  • The Men by Ruby Lee Lowenstein
    25 Mar. 2022
    “ What a fun little play this is! In my mind I imagined Meat Man sat in a gym, lecturing other like minded muscle builders in the values of a meat only diet. Then along comes Sweet Man (I confess to begin with I thought he would be on a diet of only sweets haha!) who dares to interrupt Meat man in full flow. Read for yourself what happens next... Love it! ”
  • Birthright by David Lipschutz
    23 Mar. 2022
    “ This is such a wonderfully dark and funny radio play, which, with some clever blocking could also be a great stage play. It's inspired how the play switches back and forth from the 70's Hammer Horror film to reality, then later the two merge as one for a surprising and gruesome ending. Great fun! ”
  • Wish Me Luck Monologue by Laurie Tanner
    22 Mar. 2022
    “ I'm always in awe of playwrights who can say so much in such a short play and this monologue by Tanner is a fine example of that. Her character draws you in instantly, leaving you routing for her, wondering how on earth she was handed such a long sentence. Or is she lying? Brilliant! ”
  • Love Locks Bridge (a 10 minute play) by D. Lee Miller
    22 Mar. 2022
    “ Every now and then two strangers meet and have a full blown argument on a bridge in Paris, what a great premise! Miller sets the scene perfectly, using letters to describe their surroundings and you soon feel part of it, the warm Parisian sun on your face. Then the realisation of the bond that brings them together comes to light. Love it! ”
  • Joey Adult (Optional Series Ending) by Joe Swenson
    22 Mar. 2022
    “ When someone opens their heart in such a way, you see clearly as if a window were in their soul. I commend Joe for this series, it has to be told. If it was staged I think it would be fitting for a video of Joe reading this last piece to the audience will truly bring it home.
    I also admire Joes' clear, concise and interesting contrasts of 'want' and 'need' which came to me in a lonely 4 years of my life where I had everything I wanted except the one thing I needed.
    Thank you so much Joe. ”
  • Joey Age 12 by Joe Swenson
    22 Mar. 2022
    “ Having read all previous plays in this incredible Joey series, the way Willis begs for his sons love made my skin crawl. Then the startling revelation (to poor young Joey anyway) is revealed you can't help feel for Joey in his shock and confusion. His Imaginary Friend (who I am now clear of his identity) brings us up to date at the end of this finale and shows that no matter how hideous a crime was, some brave souls out there still manage to forgive. This is a truly incredible series of shorts which will make a brilliant full length. ”
  • Does it Bring You Joy? (A Monologue) by Nora Louise Syran
    21 Mar. 2022
    “ I'm instantly taken in by Edith and her clothing predicament which I'm sure she's found herself in so many times before that maybe she's lost count. This monologue is very clever, on the outside you see a lady struggle with the mundanities of life yet underneath you see a sadness which plucks at your heart. Lots here for an actor to work with in a short, striking monologue. ”

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