Matthew Moore

Matthew Moore is a playwright, poet, and author who has been working steadily in the theater for over twenty years.

Their plays include FALLING ROCKS (Audience Selection at Theatre Southwest), FATHER MICHAEL'S DOING MASS (Actors' Theatre of Santa Cruz), THRIFTY'S FOR THE FUN AND FABULOUS (Published in Stage It: Volume 6), FORGIVENESS COSTS (Produced at Baldwin Wallace University and Published in New Plains Review), WE'LL GET TOGETHER (Published in Fresh Words), A PERFECTLY GOOD SCHOOL (Semi-Finalist in the Juice Box One Act Competition at Lake Shore Center for the Arts), BY THE COVER (Published in Apricity), YOUR FATHER PAINTS AS THE BOMBS FALL DOWN AROUND US (Published in Ponder Review), THE ACCENT (Produced by Truman State University and Published in Stage It: Volume 7), HOLD A PLACE...

Matthew Moore is a playwright, poet, and author who has been working steadily in the theater for over twenty years.

Their plays include FALLING ROCKS (Audience Selection at Theatre Southwest), FATHER MICHAEL'S DOING MASS (Actors' Theatre of Santa Cruz), THRIFTY'S FOR THE FUN AND FABULOUS (Published in Stage It: Volume 6), FORGIVENESS COSTS (Produced at Baldwin Wallace University and Published in New Plains Review), WE'LL GET TOGETHER (Published in Fresh Words), A PERFECTLY GOOD SCHOOL (Semi-Finalist in the Juice Box One Act Competition at Lake Shore Center for the Arts), BY THE COVER (Published in Apricity), YOUR FATHER PAINTS AS THE BOMBS FALL DOWN AROUND US (Published in Ponder Review), THE ACCENT (Produced by Truman State University and Published in Stage It: Volume 7), HOLD A PLACE FOR ME (Produced by Pend Oreille Players), THE DEATH OF TOM SIZEMORE (Published in the Westchester Review), NECTARINE FROSTING (Produced at the Toronto Fringe Festival), DEATH AND THE TIME TRAVELER (Produced at the Boston Theater Marathon and by Port Troupe Players), SNACKS (Finalist in the Durango Arts New Works Festival), THE HIPPO DANCE (Published in Mini Plays Magazine), PORTUGAL (Published in The Coachella Review and a Finalist at the Fresh Fruit Festival), CANDY (Produced by the Chain Theater as part of their New Works Festival and a selection of the William Inge Festival), BEAUTIFUL, BEAUTIFUL CLEOPATRA, WE RIDE AT DAWN, OR WHENEVER, THE FISH AND THE WORM, BEREAVEMENT DAYS, and THE LITTLE MATCHSTICK GIRL ISN'T GOING TO DIE (All Produced by Open Door Playhouse), A LITTLE FAMILY HISTORY (Published in Qu Literary Journal), THE BOROCHI (Published in Fleas on the Dog), THE QUEEN AND HER HIVE (Produced at The Old Library New Works Festival), The FRENCH INVADER (Published in the Hominum Journal and Selected by the NSCTA for Special Recognition), ABOUT THAT RAISE (Produced by Iowa State University), A VERY NICE FIRE (Published in Stonecoast Review), WELCOME TO OUR EXORCISM (Published by Nightshade), LIVE LONG AND--WAIT and THE MUSICAL GENIUS TRAVELS BACK IN TIME TO LET HIS PARENTS KNOW HE'S A GENIUS (Produced by the Paragon Festival), GERTIE (Produced by The Kent School), CHARLIE AND STAN (Produced by The Porthole Players), LET'S TALK UNTIL WE'RE NOT LONELY ANYMORE and BEREAVEMENT DAYS (Produced by Appalachian State University), THE LANDLINE (Produced by Tiger's Heart Players), and GO BACK, GO BACK (Produced by Grosse Pointe Theater).

Scripts

The Horn

by Matthew Moore

Synopsis

Wally is in a rush. When he leans on his horn to get another driver moving, Officer Nance pulls him over.

A ten-minute comedy about small town life and how stressful it can be learning to unwind.

Wally is in a rush. When he leans on his horn to get another driver moving, Officer Nance pulls him over.

A ten-minute comedy about small town life and how stressful it can be learning to unwind.

You Never Saw a Pumpkin

by Matthew Moore

Synopsis

When the Prince-turned-King decides he wants to reshape the narrative about his famous wife, two ugly stepsisters are asked to sign an NDA. A fairy tale comedy about birds, pumpkins, and talking mice.

When the Prince-turned-King decides he wants to reshape the narrative about his famous wife, two ugly stepsisters are asked to sign an NDA. A fairy tale comedy about birds, pumpkins, and talking mice.

What Are You Writing

by Matthew Moore

Synopsis

Liz and Rose are roommates and writers.

They are trying not to write about each other.

They are failing.

A ten-minute play about art, living, and cat ornaments.

Liz and Rose are roommates and writers.

They are trying not to write about each other.

They are failing.

A ten-minute play about art, living, and cat ornaments.

We Don't Follow

by Matthew Moore

Synopsis

Winn and Justin have done something drastic to prevent social media from destroying their marriage.

A ten-minute play about phones, comments, and winky faces.

Winn and Justin have done something drastic to prevent social media from destroying their marriage.

A ten-minute play about phones, comments, and winky faces.

You Can Stay the Night

by Matthew Moore

Synopsis

A play about kindness in the middle of the night.

A play about kindness in the middle of the night.

Sensitivity

by Matthew Moore

Synopsis

Two men meet for a rendezvous in the middle of the night at a hotel.

When strange happenings render one of them blind, they must learn to trust each other despite having only just met.

A play about connection, fear, and kindness.

Two men meet for a rendezvous in the middle of the night at a hotel.

When strange happenings render one of them blind, they must learn to trust each other despite having only just met.

A play about connection, fear, and kindness.

The Caveman Discovers Sleeping

by Matthew Moore

Synopsis

Two cavemen discover the phenomenon of sleeping.

A ten-minute comedy about dreaming, slumber, and pushing men out of trees.

Two cavemen discover the phenomenon of sleeping.

A ten-minute comedy about dreaming, slumber, and pushing men out of trees.

Can I Have My Phone Back Now?

by Matthew Moore

Synopsis

At an unusual call center, adults act as teens who have had their phones taken from them.

A ten-minute play about what happens when social media meets the drudgery and moral ambiguity of the workplace.

At an unusual call center, adults act as teens who have had their phones taken from them.

A ten-minute play about what happens when social media meets the drudgery and moral ambiguity of the workplace.

The Caroler Murder

by Matthew Moore

Synopsis

Martin is caroling by himself outside Sheila's house. When she comes outside to see what he's on about, the two begin a dangerous dance towards an uncertain holiday.

A ten-minute play about hospitality, loneliness, and fear.

Martin is caroling by himself outside Sheila's house. When she comes outside to see what he's on about, the two begin a dangerous dance towards an uncertain holiday.

A ten-minute play about hospitality, loneliness, and fear.

Closing Statements

by Matthew Moore

Synopsis

An outrageous look at the justice system in the spirit of Kafka and maybe Mel Brooks.

Wow, those are some high expectations.

Let's just call it a romp. How about that?

A romp.

An outrageous look at the justice system in the spirit of Kafka and maybe Mel Brooks.

Wow, those are some high expectations.

Let's just call it a romp. How about that?

A romp.

Better Bread Baskets

by Matthew Moore

Synopsis

Two men are enjoying themselves in the VIP Lounge, but can the air of privilege stay fresh for very long?

A ten-minute comedy about the places where we feel special and how much it costs to stay there.

Two men are enjoying themselves in the VIP Lounge, but can the air of privilege stay fresh for very long?

A ten-minute comedy about the places where we feel special and how much it costs to stay there.

Summer Reading

by Matthew Moore

Synopsis

Selecting books for summer reading is never easy, especially when one of the members of the reading committee is dead author Charles Dickens.

A ten-minute play about literature, gruel, what to read, and when to read it.

Selecting books for summer reading is never easy, especially when one of the members of the reading committee is dead author Charles Dickens.

A ten-minute play about literature, gruel, what to read, and when to read it.

Twas the Wrong Night

by Matthew Moore

Synopsis

When a reindeer shows up the night before Christmas Eve, two parents must try to find a diplomatic way to kick him out of their house.

A ten-minute holiday comedy that arrives just on time.

When a reindeer shows up the night before Christmas Eve, two parents must try to find a diplomatic way to kick him out of their house.

A ten-minute holiday comedy that arrives just on time.

Help Me If You Can

by Matthew Moore

Synopsis

Joseph is yelling at people in Times Square in an attempt to save their soul. When Barbara tries to take him up on the salvation, he realizes he might be in over his head.

A ten-minute comedy about cartoon bunnies, cheap pizza, and redemption.

Joseph is yelling at people in Times Square in an attempt to save their soul. When Barbara tries to take him up on the salvation, he realizes he might be in over his head.

A ten-minute comedy about cartoon bunnies, cheap pizza, and redemption.

Great Minds

by Matthew Moore

Synopsis

Two baristas trade stories about their past as they close up one night.

A ten-minute play about trauma and moving forward.

Two baristas trade stories about their past as they close up one night.

A ten-minute play about trauma and moving forward.

27 Degrees

by Matthew Moore

Synopsis

Two teenagers are trying to survive in a dangerous world.

A play about the near future and the impact of climate change.

Two teenagers are trying to survive in a dangerous world.

A play about the near future and the impact of climate change.

The Bookstore

by Matthew Moore

Synopsis

Laila and Sophia are working at a Christian bookstore when a new customer walks in with an interesting offer.

A ten-minute comedy about religion, Buddha, and Game of Thrones.

Laila and Sophia are working at a Christian bookstore when a new customer walks in with an interesting offer.

A ten-minute comedy about religion, Buddha, and Game of Thrones.

The Treehouse Inspector

by Matthew Moore

Synopsis

Joey's dad built him a treehouse. Kate has arrived to inspect it. When it fails to pass, will Kate stop Joey from enjoying one of childhood's great joys? Or will she find herself changing instead?

A ten-minute play about make believe and whether or not there are trees in Florida.

Joey's dad built him a treehouse. Kate has arrived to inspect it. When it fails to pass, will Kate stop Joey from enjoying one of childhood's great joys? Or will she find herself changing instead?

A ten-minute play about make believe and whether or not there are trees in Florida.

Something Bad Is Going to Happen to the Person Who Hurt You

by Matthew Moore

Synopsis

Cate has hired someone to hurt the man who hurt her.

How is he going to do it?

The person she's hired would rather not say.

A ten-minute play about revenge and balance.

Cate has hired someone to hurt the man who hurt her.

How is he going to do it?

The person she's hired would rather not say.

A ten-minute play about revenge and balance.

The Book Club Reads a Memoir

by Matthew Moore

Synopsis

Helen has been invited to come speak to a book club that's read her memoir. The only trouble is, they keep forgetting that everything in the book actually happened.

A ten-minute play about literature, judgment, and excitement.

Helen has been invited to come speak to a book club that's read her memoir. The only trouble is, they keep forgetting that everything in the book actually happened.

A ten-minute play about literature, judgment, and excitement.

Star Power

by Matthew Moore

Synopsis

Mimi's show isn't selling tickets. Her producers are upset. Could it be that star power isn't what it used to be?

A ten-minute play about show business and, well, no business.

Mimi's show isn't selling tickets. Her producers are upset. Could it be that star power isn't what it used to be?

A ten-minute play about show business and, well, no business.

Margaret, I Haven't Seen the Children in Weeks

by Matthew Moore

Synopsis

After a mysterious tragedy, Alvin has moved into a mostly empty room to sit on a chair. He's been in there for weeks. When his wife Margaret declares that enough is enough, the two must decide how to move forward in the face of fear and grief.

A ten-minute comedy that won't answer all your questions, but will encourage you to learn French.

After a mysterious tragedy, Alvin has moved into a mostly empty room to sit on a chair. He's been in there for weeks. When his wife Margaret declares that enough is enough, the two must decide how to move forward in the face of fear and grief.

A ten-minute comedy that won't answer all your questions, but will encourage you to learn French.

The Stan

by Matthew Moore

Synopsis

Cora is the biggest Jake Kissler fan account. When allegations arise about Jake, will she stand by her man? As he appears to her as a hallucination, will the part of her mind that loves Jake be able to convince her to show a dangerous amount of loyalty?

A five-minute play about adoration and desperation.

Cora is the biggest Jake Kissler fan account. When allegations arise about Jake, will she stand by her man? As he appears to her as a hallucination, will the part of her mind that loves Jake be able to convince her to show a dangerous amount of loyalty?

A five-minute play about adoration and desperation.

The Influencer

by Matthew Moore

Synopsis

Taylor is a social media star. Izzy is her agent, and she's having trouble controlling Taylor's career.

A five-minute play about modern celebrity and what lies underneath.

Taylor is a social media star. Izzy is her agent, and she's having trouble controlling Taylor's career.

A five-minute play about modern celebrity and what lies underneath.

In Which Lisa Promotes a Movie She's Not In

by Matthew Moore

Synopsis

Claire is interviewing Lisa about her latest film.

Unfortunately, Lisa hasn't seen it.

A ten-minute comedy about movies and the people who make them and (sometimes) watch them.

Claire is interviewing Lisa about her latest film.

Unfortunately, Lisa hasn't seen it.

A ten-minute comedy about movies and the people who make them and (sometimes) watch them.

Kevin Speaks to a Deer

by Matthew Moore

Synopsis

Kevin is a writer wandering in the woods. When he approaches a deer, he finds that it can speak. The two begin a conversation about nature, privacy, and fear.

Kevin is a writer wandering in the woods. When he approaches a deer, he finds that it can speak. The two begin a conversation about nature, privacy, and fear.

Paul

by Matthew Moore

Synopsis

Sally and Nicole are catching up about Paul. Paul has done something very bad. Sally forgives Paul. Nicole...isn't sure.

A play about redemption and...time.

Sally and Nicole are catching up about Paul. Paul has done something very bad. Sally forgives Paul. Nicole...isn't sure.

A play about redemption and...time.

Botox Now, Botox Tomorrow

by Matthew Moore

Synopsis

Anne is getting Botox. Annie thinks it's a bad idea.

Annie is Anne, but much, much younger.

A play about how we age and continue to look at ourselves.

Anne is getting Botox. Annie thinks it's a bad idea.

Annie is Anne, but much, much younger.

A play about how we age and continue to look at ourselves.

As You Wish

by Matthew Moore

Synopsis

Laura and Daniel are on a date. Daniel is a genie, but Laura doesn't care about that at all.

Not at all.

A ten-minute comedy about dating and wishing.

Laura and Daniel are on a date. Daniel is a genie, but Laura doesn't care about that at all.

Not at all.

A ten-minute comedy about dating and wishing.

Princes

by Matthew Moore

Synopsis

The story of the two young princes from Richard III.

Trapped in a tower, the boys must discover how they got where they are, and whether or not they can escape.

A play about destiny, love, and cows.

The story of the two young princes from Richard III.

Trapped in a tower, the boys must discover how they got where they are, and whether or not they can escape.

A play about destiny, love, and cows.

Jenny Jumper

by Matthew Moore

Synopsis

Olivia is all grown up, but her Jenny Jumper doll refuses to get with the times.

A ten-minute play about dolls, rocking chairs, and ski chalets.

Olivia is all grown up, but her Jenny Jumper doll refuses to get with the times.

A ten-minute play about dolls, rocking chairs, and ski chalets.

Morning

by Matthew Moore

Synopsis

Jay and Jo are in the break room of their office having a conversation. The conversation is short in language, but full of everything else.

A ten-minute play about work, co-workers, connection, and Old Navy.

Jay and Jo are in the break room of their office having a conversation. The conversation is short in language, but full of everything else.

A ten-minute play about work, co-workers, connection, and Old Navy.

Prodigal

by Matthew Moore

Synopsis

Lucy and Liza are sisters at an impasse. Their mother tries to navigate a tricky path between the two of them. A play about family and forgiveness.

Lucy and Liza are sisters at an impasse. Their mother tries to navigate a tricky path between the two of them. A play about family and forgiveness.

And for My Next Trick

by Matthew Moore

Synopsis

Julia is a former magician's assistant trying to make amends with her daughter.

A one-act play about the magic of family and forgiveness.

Julia is a former magician's assistant trying to make amends with her daughter.

A one-act play about the magic of family and forgiveness.

Basically, She Hates You

by Matthew Moore

Synopsis

Ali has hired Chris to find out whether or not all her friends are mad at her.

What he finds out will not surprise her, and that's the problem.

A ten-minute play about social media and insecurity.

Ali has hired Chris to find out whether or not all her friends are mad at her.

What he finds out will not surprise her, and that's the problem.

A ten-minute play about social media and insecurity.

Three Paintings

by Matthew Moore

Synopsis

Wyatt and Taylor are both artists in a marriage where their work is rarely discussed. When one receives a prestigious commission, the subject of the upcoming project will push their relationship to the breaking point.

A play about race, art, and that other thing, "Three Paintings" is a look at the shifting times and what stays on the canvas.

Wyatt and Taylor are both artists in a marriage where their work is rarely discussed. When one receives a prestigious commission, the subject of the upcoming project will push their relationship to the breaking point.

A play about race, art, and that other thing, "Three Paintings" is a look at the shifting times and what stays on the canvas.

Combustion

by Matthew Moore

Synopsis

Three firefighters working an overnight shift begin to tell tales of passion and inflammation. As their stories grow more and more intense, smoke begins to fill the firehouse. A mysterious woman seems to be the only person who can keep the flames at bay. A play about what happens when you add oxygen to desire.

Three firefighters working an overnight shift begin to tell tales of passion and inflammation. As their stories grow more and more intense, smoke begins to fill the firehouse. A mysterious woman seems to be the only person who can keep the flames at bay. A play about what happens when you add oxygen to desire.

We've Reached a Verdict

by Matthew Moore

Synopsis

A jury has reached a verdict. The judge disagrees. What happens next is a comedy of criminal proportions.

A jury has reached a verdict. The judge disagrees. What happens next is a comedy of criminal proportions.

Tic Tic Tac Tac

by Matthew Moore

Synopsis

Two androids are playing tic tac toe when something...goes wrong.

A play about artificial intelligence, humanity, x's, and oh's.

Two androids are playing tic tac toe when something...goes wrong.

A play about artificial intelligence, humanity, x's, and oh's.

The Button

by Matthew Moore

Synopsis

Chris is interviewing Jesse for a job. Everything is going well until Chris points out that one of Jesse's buttons is undone. When Jesse refuses to button it, the two get into a nonsensical argument that might cost Jesse the job.

A ten-minute play about professionalism, fashion, and dress codes.

Chris is interviewing Jesse for a job. Everything is going well until Chris points out that one of Jesse's buttons is undone. When Jesse refuses to button it, the two get into a nonsensical argument that might cost Jesse the job.

A ten-minute play about professionalism, fashion, and dress codes.

College Boys

by Matthew Moore

Synopsis

Armand and Isaac are two arts students at a prestigious university. Isaac is an actor. Armand is a writer. Over the course of four years, their dynamic shifts from tense to volatile. Told through moments chosen out of time, "College Boys" is a look at the beginnings of modern masculinity in the most unlikely of places.

Armand and Isaac are two arts students at a prestigious university. Isaac is an actor. Armand is a writer. Over the course of four years, their dynamic shifts from tense to volatile. Told through moments chosen out of time, "College Boys" is a look at the beginnings of modern masculinity in the most unlikely of places.

A Summer Ghost

by Matthew Moore

Synopsis

Two women volunteer to watch an old New England mansion at night. Their exact purpose is mysterious, but when one of them takes her position a little too seriously, the other must make a difficult choice.

A ten-minute play about haunted houses and haunted lives.

Two women volunteer to watch an old New England mansion at night. Their exact purpose is mysterious, but when one of them takes her position a little too seriously, the other must make a difficult choice.

A ten-minute play about haunted houses and haunted lives.

How Much for the Haunted Doll?

by Matthew Moore

Synopsis

Stephen wants to buy Brie's haunted doll. She's not interested in selling. Stephen's wife doesn't want him to buy the doll at all.

A ten-minute comedy about possession and ownership.

Stephen wants to buy Brie's haunted doll. She's not interested in selling. Stephen's wife doesn't want him to buy the doll at all.

A ten-minute comedy about possession and ownership.

The Honeymoon Suite

by Matthew Moore

Synopsis

It's the 1980's, and Miranda and Alex have just gotten married. They're attempting to enjoy their honeymoon when they begin to learn some unsettling things about one another.

A ten-minute comedy about marriage, mice, and light switches.

It's the 1980's, and Miranda and Alex have just gotten married. They're attempting to enjoy their honeymoon when they begin to learn some unsettling things about one another.

A ten-minute comedy about marriage, mice, and light switches.

Very Happy, Extremely Happy

by Matthew Moore

Synopsis

Charles and Rory are dancing around the taboo subject of a happy ending. Soon, the discussion becomes heated when one of them suggests something even more unconventional.

A ten-minute play about massages, tension, and happier beginnings.

Charles and Rory are dancing around the taboo subject of a happy ending. Soon, the discussion becomes heated when one of them suggests something even more unconventional.

A ten-minute play about massages, tension, and happier beginnings.

Friday Night Lamps

by Matthew Moore

Synopsis

Carly and Rory are two friends in their twenties spending their Friday night looking for a lamp at a furniture store. When one of them begs the other to leave so they can go out and have fun, deep wounds are revealed and the conditions of their friendship are made clear.

A ten-minute play about comfort, discomfort, and illumination.

Carly and Rory are two friends in their twenties spending their Friday night looking for a lamp at a furniture store. When one of them begs the other to leave so they can go out and have fun, deep wounds are revealed and the conditions of their friendship are made clear.

A ten-minute play about comfort, discomfort, and illumination.

Who Killed the Haberdasher?

by Matthew Moore

Synopsis

Just as a mystery movie is about to wrap up filming, the lead actress notices a problem--

One of the victims was killed by someone other than the movie's killer.

Who could it be?

A ten-minute comedy about making movies, plot holes, and Oscar speeches.

Just as a mystery movie is about to wrap up filming, the lead actress notices a problem--

One of the victims was killed by someone other than the movie's killer.

Who could it be?

A ten-minute comedy about making movies, plot holes, and Oscar speeches.

The Scuba Divers Go to Lunch

by Matthew Moore

Synopsis

In a not-too-distance future, humans have begun spending more time in the air and underwater as the land falls apart. Bebe and Alison are two friends who find themselves below the waves more and more frequently. When one of them reveals a personal crisis, the question becomes--how far can one run from their problems?

A ten-minute play about friendship, marriage, and starfish.

In a not-too-distance future, humans have begun spending more time in the air and underwater as the land falls apart. Bebe and Alison are two friends who find themselves below the waves more and more frequently. When one of them reveals a personal crisis, the question becomes--how far can one run from their problems?

A ten-minute play about friendship, marriage, and starfish.

The Fans

by Matthew Moore

Synopsis

Brit and Addison are big fans of a certain musician.

But he's betrayed them by dating another celebrity.

Can they get over their infatuation? Or will their fixation break them?

A ten-minute play about fans and parasocial relationships.

Brit and Addison are big fans of a certain musician.

But he's betrayed them by dating another celebrity.

Can they get over their infatuation? Or will their fixation break them?

A ten-minute play about fans and parasocial relationships.

The Point

by Matthew Moore

Synopsis

Abby is a first-year teacher who has just failed a student by a single point. When Fran, a more experienced teacher, comes to the student's defense, the two face off in a heated argument that might determine both their futures.

A one-act play about education, subjectivity, and math.

Abby is a first-year teacher who has just failed a student by a single point. When Fran, a more experienced teacher, comes to the student's defense, the two face off in a heated argument that might determine both their futures.

A one-act play about education, subjectivity, and math.

Landscaping

by Matthew Moore

Synopsis

Tim has a great set-up working from home. Then, a landscaper begins to make his life a lot more difficult.

A one act play about WFH and WTF.

Tim has a great set-up working from home. Then, a landscaper begins to make his life a lot more difficult.

A one act play about WFH and WTF.

Wednesday's Child

by Matthew Moore

Synopsis

Julie and Eric are about to have their baby. The problem is, Julie is convinced the baby should wait a few more days. Can their doctor convince them that it's now or never?

A ten-minute comedy about astrology, bees, and childbirth.

Julie and Eric are about to have their baby. The problem is, Julie is convinced the baby should wait a few more days. Can their doctor convince them that it's now or never?

A ten-minute comedy about astrology, bees, and childbirth.

Turning Left

by Matthew Moore

Synopsis

Ali is sitting at a stoplight. Mark pulls up alongside her. He wants to know why she isn't moving. Ali doesn't have an answer for him. Can the two move along or are they going to be left on red?

A ten-minute comedy about driving, strangers, and right of way.

Ali is sitting at a stoplight. Mark pulls up alongside her. He wants to know why she isn't moving. Ali doesn't have an answer for him. Can the two move along or are they going to be left on red?

A ten-minute comedy about driving, strangers, and right of way.

Customs

by Matthew Moore

Synopsis

The customs office at the airport is a little hectic due to a plant, a service animal, and two very angry passengers.

A ten-minute comedy about all the things that keep us grounded.

The customs office at the airport is a little hectic due to a plant, a service animal, and two very angry passengers.

A ten-minute comedy about all the things that keep us grounded.

For A Walk

by Matthew Moore

Synopsis

Jill likes going for walks. Her husband, Evan, is worried about how often she disappears. One day, when she comes home, the two begin to have a conversation about how to fix the situation they find themselves in.

A ten-minute play about how to repair something when you don't know why it's broken.

Jill likes going for walks. Her husband, Evan, is worried about how often she disappears. One day, when she comes home, the two begin to have a conversation about how to fix the situation they find themselves in.

A ten-minute play about how to repair something when you don't know why it's broken.

Every Vote Counts

by Matthew Moore

Synopsis

It's Election Day, and the voters are out with some...hot takes.

A ten-minute play about democracy, why we vote the way we vote, and whether or not we should be.

It's Election Day, and the voters are out with some...hot takes.

A ten-minute play about democracy, why we vote the way we vote, and whether or not we should be.

The Death of Tom Sizemore

by Matthew Moore

Synopsis

Isaac and Josh are on a train heading to see a friend when one of them finds out that Tom Sizemore has died.

A ten-minute play about what you don't know, and what you're better off not knowing.

Isaac and Josh are on a train heading to see a friend when one of them finds out that Tom Sizemore has died.

A ten-minute play about what you don't know, and what you're better off not knowing.

Almond

by Matthew Moore

Synopsis

Bess is out of work. She spends everyday at a coffee shop staring at a woman working on her laptop. Soon, Bess invents a life for this woman in her head. A glamorous life that she now wants for herself.

A play that tries to put the fun in fun-employment, and kind of succeeds, I guess?

Bess is out of work. She spends everyday at a coffee shop staring at a woman working on her laptop. Soon, Bess invents a life for this woman in her head. A glamorous life that she now wants for herself.

A play that tries to put the fun in fun-employment, and kind of succeeds, I guess?

You're Joey's Kid

by Matthew Moore

Synopsis

A young man is confronted by a mysterious woman in a play within a memory that looks at small and startling moments that stay with us long after the lights come down.

A young man is confronted by a mysterious woman in a play within a memory that looks at small and startling moments that stay with us long after the lights come down.

The Doctor's House

by Matthew Moore

Synopsis

J has just gone home with Z. When they get back to Z's place, it's a mess. J's concern is only heightened when they find out that Z is a doctor. A surgeon. Living in squalor.

A ten-minute comedy about dating and rogue raccoons.

J has just gone home with Z. When they get back to Z's place, it's a mess. J's concern is only heightened when they find out that Z is a doctor. A surgeon. Living in squalor.

A ten-minute comedy about dating and rogue raccoons.

Judy and the GPS

by Matthew Moore

Synopsis

Judy is trying to get to her sister's house, but she doesn't have enough time. Her GPS won't show her a faster route. The two soon get into an argument about Judy's moral failings and her frustration with not being the only person on the road. A ten-minute comedy about technology, traffic, and premium upgrades.

Judy is trying to get to her sister's house, but she doesn't have enough time. Her GPS won't show her a faster route. The two soon get into an argument about Judy's moral failings and her frustration with not being the only person on the road. A ten-minute comedy about technology, traffic, and premium upgrades.

The Cap

by Matthew Moore

Synopsis

After a one-night stand, Julie finds herself stuck with the baseball cap her lover has left behind. The two get to talking, and Julie learns there might be a reason the guy who just left forgot his prized possession. A ten-minute play about dating, sex, and the 1970's.

After a one-night stand, Julie finds herself stuck with the baseball cap her lover has left behind. The two get to talking, and Julie learns there might be a reason the guy who just left forgot his prized possession. A ten-minute play about dating, sex, and the 1970's.

Hemlock

by Matthew Moore

Synopsis

Socrates has been sentenced to death by drinking hemlock. He's guzzled a few goblets, but still seems to be fine. His student Basil is perplex. How is the old man still kicking? A historically inaccurate comedy about philosophy and food allergies.

Socrates has been sentenced to death by drinking hemlock. He's guzzled a few goblets, but still seems to be fine. His student Basil is perplex. How is the old man still kicking? A historically inaccurate comedy about philosophy and food allergies.

Something Shocking

by Matthew Moore

Synopsis

One summer in Newport, Rhode Island in the 1930's, Cole Porter finds himself stuck while attempting to write a new musical. When a runaway bride confesses her dream of becoming a writer to him, she ends up inspiring him even more than he's inspired her.

One summer in Newport, Rhode Island in the 1930's, Cole Porter finds himself stuck while attempting to write a new musical. When a runaway bride confesses her dream of becoming a writer to him, she ends up inspiring him even more than he's inspired her.

Louise

by Matthew Moore

Synopsis

Louise has come to the cemetery to tell her husband that she's selling their house and moving on with her life. She manages to keep her grief intact until another visitor shows up with a much different predicament. A ten minute play about next chapters and ocean views.

Louise has come to the cemetery to tell her husband that she's selling their house and moving on with her life. She manages to keep her grief intact until another visitor shows up with a much different predicament. A ten minute play about next chapters and ocean views.

Cereal

by Matthew Moore

Synopsis

Three marketing professionals are attempting to come up with a new kind of cereal. Things do not go well.

Three marketing professionals are attempting to come up with a new kind of cereal. Things do not go well.

Forget Me Not

by Matthew Moore

Synopsis

Liza and Erin are sisters whose mother passed away from a mysterious illness that causes amnesia. The sickness is particularly cruel, because it can be contagious, and Erin worries that Liza may have caught it. "Forget Me Not" looks at how we treat those who are sick, especially when our own health is at risk.

Liza and Erin are sisters whose mother passed away from a mysterious illness that causes amnesia. The sickness is particularly cruel, because it can be contagious, and Erin worries that Liza may have caught it. "Forget Me Not" looks at how we treat those who are sick, especially when our own health is at risk.

The Vines

by Matthew Moore

Synopsis

An older woman is showing a younger woman around her garden. Soon, what appears on the surface seems to be hiding something deep underneath all the beautiful aromas.

An older woman is showing a younger woman around her garden. Soon, what appears on the surface seems to be hiding something deep underneath all the beautiful aromas.

The Little Match Girl Isn’t Going to Die

by Matthew Moore

Synopsis

When the Little Match Girl learns from the Narrator of her story that she's going to die, she decides to take matters into her own hands.

When the Little Match Girl learns from the Narrator of her story that she's going to die, she decides to take matters into her own hands.

The Hippos on Their Honeymoon

by Matthew Moore

Synopsis

Two hippos on their honeymoon debate eating someone after one of them is called "cute."

A ten-minute play about marriage, animals, and pirates.

Two hippos on their honeymoon debate eating someone after one of them is called "cute."

A ten-minute play about marriage, animals, and pirates.

Hibernation

by Matthew Moore

Synopsis

A married couple wakes up from hibernation to find themselves faced with a difficult choice.

A ten-minute fantasy about what would happen if humans could sleep their way through life.

A married couple wakes up from hibernation to find themselves faced with a difficult choice.

A ten-minute fantasy about what would happen if humans could sleep their way through life.

The Cherry Boys

by Matthew Moore

Synopsis

Three actors are about to retire from the adult film industry. They're being replaced by robots. As they talk about the ups and downs of their careers, they begin to suspect there may be a traitor in their midst.

A one-act play about the last thing robots can't do--until they can.

Three actors are about to retire from the adult film industry. They're being replaced by robots. As they talk about the ups and downs of their careers, they begin to suspect there may be a traitor in their midst.

A one-act play about the last thing robots can't do--until they can.

The Kinkade

by Matthew Moore

Synopsis

Three siblings are about to peacefully divide up their father's inheritance when they find out he owned...a Kinkade.

A ten-minute comedy about art, death, and pickleball.

Three siblings are about to peacefully divide up their father's inheritance when they find out he owned...a Kinkade.

A ten-minute comedy about art, death, and pickleball.

Go Back, Go Back

by Matthew Moore

Synopsis

Lila is helping her mother Ruth move out of her house. As the two argue over whether to keep various items, Ruth is secretly manipulating time by using her dead husband's rocking horse. A ten-minute comedy about buying time and then giving it back.

Lila is helping her mother Ruth move out of her house. As the two argue over whether to keep various items, Ruth is secretly manipulating time by using her dead husband's rocking horse. A ten-minute comedy about buying time and then giving it back.

The Centipede and The Shoe Salesman

by Matthew Moore

Synopsis

Garva is a centipede looking to buy some shoes. Nicky is the unlucky salesman in charge of helping her.

A ten-minute comedy about retail and all its bugs.

Garva is a centipede looking to buy some shoes. Nicky is the unlucky salesman in charge of helping her.

A ten-minute comedy about retail and all its bugs.

21, Forever

by Matthew Moore

Synopsis

Two retail workers discuss the course of history. It turns out, they're forever stuck at the age of twenty-one.

A comedic and heartfelt look at immortality and folding jeans.

Two retail workers discuss the course of history. It turns out, they're forever stuck at the age of twenty-one.

A comedic and heartfelt look at immortality and folding jeans.

Misty's Gifts

by Matthew Moore

Synopsis

Misty has received dozens of mysterious gifts, and she refuses to unwrap them until she knows who they're from. Her friend Parker tries to convince her that it would be easier to open the gifts and then figure out who the sender is. Misty opens the first box, and things begin to get...weird.

A ten-minute surreal comedy about presents and friendship (maybe).

Misty has received dozens of mysterious gifts, and she refuses to unwrap them until she knows who they're from. Her friend Parker tries to convince her that it would be easier to open the gifts and then figure out who the sender is. Misty opens the first box, and things begin to get...weird.

A ten-minute surreal comedy about presents and friendship (maybe).

A Little Blue

by Matthew Moore

Synopsis

Two friends are having coffee when one begins to complain that her exes always say she repeats stories. Her friend insists that she doesn't. Then, things start getting...colorful.

A ten-minute comedy about friends and storytelling.

Two friends are having coffee when one begins to complain that her exes always say she repeats stories. Her friend insists that she doesn't. Then, things start getting...colorful.

A ten-minute comedy about friends and storytelling.

The Standing Ovation

by Matthew Moore

Synopsis

Cora noticed Lucy not giving a standing ovation after a performance.

She confronts her, and the two have a frank conversation about art, applause, and apathy.

Cora noticed Lucy not giving a standing ovation after a performance.

She confronts her, and the two have a frank conversation about art, applause, and apathy.

Do Better, Home Depot

by Matthew Moore

Synopsis

Diane and Sami are striking outside a Home Depot. They compare the tragedies of modern life and wonder when they'll get to go back to work. A ten-minute comedy about labor, unions, and the struggles you have to laugh at to keep from crying.

Diane and Sami are striking outside a Home Depot. They compare the tragedies of modern life and wonder when they'll get to go back to work. A ten-minute comedy about labor, unions, and the struggles you have to laugh at to keep from crying.

Ralph Gets a Shot and the World (Nearly) Ends

by Matthew Moore

Synopsis

Ralph's mother brings him to the doctor to get a shot. She doesn't tell Ralph, because she doesn't want to make him nervous. That decision might be the reason the world ends.

A ten-minute comedy about our greatest childhood fears and their unlikely consequences.

Ralph's mother brings him to the doctor to get a shot. She doesn't tell Ralph, because she doesn't want to make him nervous. That decision might be the reason the world ends.

A ten-minute comedy about our greatest childhood fears and their unlikely consequences.

Ordinary Helen

by Matthew Moore

Synopsis

Nikos and Paris are sitting on a beach discussing how to break things off with the most beautiful woman in history.

A ten-minute historical comedy about relationships, dating, and giant wooden horses.

Nikos and Paris are sitting on a beach discussing how to break things off with the most beautiful woman in history.

A ten-minute historical comedy about relationships, dating, and giant wooden horses.

The Divorce Statement, As Written By Two Personal Assistants

by Matthew Moore

Synopsis

Gerrick and Jorgi are the personal assistants to a celebrity couple that's about to divorce. As they try to write a statement on behalf of the couple, they bemoan their careers and try to forge a friendship in the face of their proxy responsibilities.

Gerrick and Jorgi are the personal assistants to a celebrity couple that's about to divorce. As they try to write a statement on behalf of the couple, they bemoan their careers and try to forge a friendship in the face of their proxy responsibilities.

The Fish and The Worm

by Matthew Moore

Synopsis

A worm tries to convince a fish to eat something else so that they don't end up becoming a fisherman's meal.

A worm tries to convince a fish to eat something else so that they don't end up becoming a fisherman's meal.

The Flat

by Matthew Moore

Synopsis

Rich has a flat tire. Micaela is a tow truck driver with a philosophy degree and a lot of good advice. Can she help a man who's going nowhere fast?

A ten minute comedy about life's smallest (and biggest) setbacks.

Rich has a flat tire. Micaela is a tow truck driver with a philosophy degree and a lot of good advice. Can she help a man who's going nowhere fast?

A ten minute comedy about life's smallest (and biggest) setbacks.

Bereavement Days

by Matthew Moore

Synopsis

Tara has recently lost her husband. Her boss, Beth, has stopped by to offer her condolences.

And to see when Tara is coming back to work.

A ten-minute comedy about life, death, and PTO.

Tara has recently lost her husband. Her boss, Beth, has stopped by to offer her condolences.

And to see when Tara is coming back to work.

A ten-minute comedy about life, death, and PTO.

Portugal

by Matthew Moore

Synopsis

Alex and Rowan are at an office party talking about their next trip to Portugal. Soon, a pleasant conversation about travel becomes a reflective spiral into marriage and isolation.

A domestic comedy right on the edge of marital madness.

Alex and Rowan are at an office party talking about their next trip to Portugal. Soon, a pleasant conversation about travel becomes a reflective spiral into marriage and isolation.

A domestic comedy right on the edge of marital madness.

Bigfoot's Sneakers

by Matthew Moore

Synopsis

Bigfoot is coming out with a sneaker line.

There are just a few design issues.

Bigfoot is coming out with a sneaker line.

There are just a few design issues.

The Surfer Buys the Perfect Wave

by Matthew Moore

Synopsis

A Surfer attempts to buy the perfect wave from Pip, a deity in charge of wave management. Unfortunately, the surfer doesn't have a lot of money and perfect waves don't come cheap.

A ten-minute play about getting what you want even if it means you end up eating seaweed.

A Surfer attempts to buy the perfect wave from Pip, a deity in charge of wave management. Unfortunately, the surfer doesn't have a lot of money and perfect waves don't come cheap.

A ten-minute play about getting what you want even if it means you end up eating seaweed.

The Bunker Break-Up

by Matthew Moore

Synopsis

Renee has decided to break up with Sam.

The problem is, they're both living in a bunker.

...For the next three years.

A comedy about needing space and having one to spare.

Renee has decided to break up with Sam.

The problem is, they're both living in a bunker.

...For the next three years.

A comedy about needing space and having one to spare.

They're Smiling

by Matthew Moore

Synopsis

Bailey and Lena are trying to survive a zombie Apocalypse, but they've run into a small problem.

The zombies are...smiling.

A ten-minute play about struggles you didn't expect and the people you need to help solve them.

Bailey and Lena are trying to survive a zombie Apocalypse, but they've run into a small problem.

The zombies are...smiling.

A ten-minute play about struggles you didn't expect and the people you need to help solve them.

A Cat Visits a Fortune Teller

by Matthew Moore

Synopsis

Doug is a cat. He needs to know if he's going to catch a mouse. He visits Gabby, a fortune teller.

A ten minute comedy about predicting what comes next--and whether or not what comes next is a lynx.

Doug is a cat. He needs to know if he's going to catch a mouse. He visits Gabby, a fortune teller.

A ten minute comedy about predicting what comes next--and whether or not what comes next is a lynx.

A Very Nice Fire

by Matthew Moore

Synopsis

Three sisters are back at their childhood home to discuss splitting the money when they sell it. Meanwhile, outside, a wildfire rages.

A one-act play about family tragedy and global catastrophe.

Three sisters are back at their childhood home to discuss splitting the money when they sell it. Meanwhile, outside, a wildfire rages.

A one-act play about family tragedy and global catastrophe.

The Caveman Meets His Descendant

by Matthew Moore

Synopsis

Krorg has been unfrozen and he's meeting his descendant Becca.

They discuss modern life and decide that it might not be for either of them.

A ten-minute comedy that's still a little bit cold.

Krorg has been unfrozen and he's meeting his descendant Becca.

They discuss modern life and decide that it might not be for either of them.

A ten-minute comedy that's still a little bit cold.

Love in a Mosh Pit

by Matthew Moore

Synopsis

EJ and Hess are in a mosh pit. The two friends are discussing music and skipping family vacations when they realize they might be falling in love.

A ten-minute comedy about love showing up in the strangest of places.

EJ and Hess are in a mosh pit. The two friends are discussing music and skipping family vacations when they realize they might be falling in love.

A ten-minute comedy about love showing up in the strangest of places.

Compassionate Consumerism

by Matthew Moore

Synopsis

Three friends sit at a restaurant that might be closed and argue about conscientious spending.

Three friends sit at a restaurant that might be closed and argue about conscientious spending.

Friendly Unemployment

by Matthew Moore

Synopsis

Erin and Tom are having dinner with their friends Matt and Lisa when the talk of jobs and money comes up. That's when Matt and Lisa make a startling revelation that will lead to big questions about what we know about our friends and what we...shouldn't know.

"Friendly Employment" is a ten-minute comedy about the have's and the how-do-they-that's.

Erin and Tom are having dinner with their friends Matt and Lisa when the talk of jobs and money comes up. That's when Matt and Lisa make a startling revelation that will lead to big questions about what we know about our friends and what we...shouldn't know.

"Friendly Employment" is a ten-minute comedy about the have's and the how-do-they-that's.

Content

by Matthew Moore

Synopsis

Inspired by 80's teen comedies, this fourth-wall smashing riot explores what happens when a high school boy turns his house into a content farm to get himself out of trouble.

Inspired by 80's teen comedies, this fourth-wall smashing riot explores what happens when a high school boy turns his house into a content farm to get himself out of trouble.

The Journey

by Matthew Moore

Synopsis

Judy and June are talk show hosts talking about love and relationships.

When they begin talking about "the journey" as opposed to "the destination," they begin to veer off into more...suggestive territory.

A ten-minute comedy about getting where you want to go.

Judy and June are talk show hosts talking about love and relationships.

When they begin talking about "the journey" as opposed to "the destination," they begin to veer off into more...suggestive territory.

A ten-minute comedy about getting where you want to go.

Death and The Time Traveler

by Matthew Moore

Synopsis

Niso is a time traveler who has managed to avoid death for years.

Then, Death meets Niso at a train station, and the two come to an agreement.

A ten minute play about life and how long it can go on.

Niso is a time traveler who has managed to avoid death for years.

Then, Death meets Niso at a train station, and the two come to an agreement.

A ten minute play about life and how long it can go on.

Worldgirl vs. The Cartels

by Matthew Moore

Synopsis

Worldgirl is a superhero clocking in for an average day of work.

Monica, an agent, has a big job to give her.

What happens when a superhero is given a problem that isn't so...comical?

Worldgirl is a superhero clocking in for an average day of work.

Monica, an agent, has a big job to give her.

What happens when a superhero is given a problem that isn't so...comical?

Directions

by Matthew Moore

Synopsis

An astronaut gives another astronaut directions to a space station.

A one-minute comedy about how to get where you're boldly going.

An astronaut gives another astronaut directions to a space station.

A one-minute comedy about how to get where you're boldly going.

The FBI Gift Shop

by Matthew Moore

Synopsis

Trina and Maxi work in the gift shop at the FBI headquarters.

The job is beginning to make one of them ask questions.

Oh, and they're out of J. Edgar Hoover dolls.

A ten minute comedy about what happens when a job stops being just a job.

Trina and Maxi work in the gift shop at the FBI headquarters.

The job is beginning to make one of them ask questions.

Oh, and they're out of J. Edgar Hoover dolls.

A ten minute comedy about what happens when a job stops being just a job.

Moving Pictures

by Matthew Moore

Synopsis

What happens when your favorite movie is invaded by problems of the present?

"Moving Pictures" is a one-act play about modern consequences and old movies.

What happens when your favorite movie is invaded by problems of the present?

"Moving Pictures" is a one-act play about modern consequences and old movies.

Nothing to Work Out

by Matthew Moore

Synopsis

A group of friends are working out when one makes a startling announcement that makes them question whether or not they're really friends at all.

A ten-minute comedy about the gym, the people who go to it, and the ones who decide they've had enough.

A group of friends are working out when one makes a startling announcement that makes them question whether or not they're really friends at all.

A ten-minute comedy about the gym, the people who go to it, and the ones who decide they've had enough.

The French Invader

by Matthew Moore

Synopsis

Henri has showed up to invade England.

The trouble is, he seems to be all alone.

A ten minute historical comedy with a lot of comedy and very little history.

Henri has showed up to invade England.

The trouble is, he seems to be all alone.

A ten minute historical comedy with a lot of comedy and very little history.

The Landline

by Matthew Moore

Synopsis

Alex and Morgan are sitting at home when their landline rings.

They didn't even know they still had a landline.

Should they answer it?

A ten-minute play about old technology and everlasting anxiety.

Alex and Morgan are sitting at home when their landline rings.

They didn't even know they still had a landline.

Should they answer it?

A ten-minute play about old technology and everlasting anxiety.

Freshman Democracy

by Matthew Moore

Synopsis

Leah is running a campaign for Freshman Class President. New dirt has just come up on the opponent. Does she use what she's learned? Or will her moral-driven associate convince her to do the right thing?

A ten-minute comedy about politics, teenagers, and a whole lot of misinformation.

Leah is running a campaign for Freshman Class President. New dirt has just come up on the opponent. Does she use what she's learned? Or will her moral-driven associate convince her to do the right thing?

A ten-minute comedy about politics, teenagers, and a whole lot of misinformation.

How the Orcas Play

by Matthew Moore

Synopsis

Moby and Willy are both orcas who are trying to figure out how to have fun now that one of them has had an existential crisis.

A ten-minute play about growing up and swimming far, far away.

Moby and Willy are both orcas who are trying to figure out how to have fun now that one of them has had an existential crisis.

A ten-minute play about growing up and swimming far, far away.

A Good Problem to Have

by Matthew Moore

Synopsis

Myra runs a coffee shop in a small seaside town. Vicky comes in for some coffee and conversation. The two talk about the ups and downs of living life during the off season.

A ten-minute play about friendship and what happened to all the serial killers.

Myra runs a coffee shop in a small seaside town. Vicky comes in for some coffee and conversation. The two talk about the ups and downs of living life during the off season.

A ten-minute play about friendship and what happened to all the serial killers.

Gatsby's Free

by Matthew Moore

Synopsis

Play and Time meet to discuss how best to take advantage of Gatsby being in the public domain.

A ten-minute, surreal comedy about a novel that isn't funny at all (maybe a little though).

Play and Time meet to discuss how best to take advantage of Gatsby being in the public domain.

A ten-minute, surreal comedy about a novel that isn't funny at all (maybe a little though).

Gertie

by Matthew Moore

Synopsis

Lillian has stopped in to check on her friend Gertie, who has been bedridden for months. While Gertie's butler, Georgie, insists that Gertie is fine, Lillian has her suspicions.

A riotous ten-minute comedy that'll have you laughing your arms off--and maybe a leg or two.

Lillian has stopped in to check on her friend Gertie, who has been bedridden for months. While Gertie's butler, Georgie, insists that Gertie is fine, Lillian has her suspicions.

A riotous ten-minute comedy that'll have you laughing your arms off--and maybe a leg or two.

Gloria Calling

by Matthew Moore

Synopsis

A young performance artist and a hockey player are assisted in the quest to capture their dreams by Laura Branigan and the spirit of Gloria.

A young performance artist and a hockey player are assisted in the quest to capture their dreams by Laura Branigan and the spirit of Gloria.

A Happy Book

by Matthew Moore

Synopsis

Andy and Chris are writing two books.

One is going to be a happy book.

Or can they both be happy books?

A ten-minute play about writing, creativity, and finding happiness somewhere between the pages.

Andy and Chris are writing two books.

One is going to be a happy book.

Or can they both be happy books?

A ten-minute play about writing, creativity, and finding happiness somewhere between the pages.

The Holy Spirit

by Matthew Moore

Synopsis

Inspired by real events, Naomi and Dean run one of America’s most successful mega-churches. When they decide to invite a third person into their marriage, they find they’re happier than ever until a crisis of faith in each other begins to unravel all of their lives.

Inspired by real events, Naomi and Dean run one of America’s most successful mega-churches. When they decide to invite a third person into their marriage, they find they’re happier than ever until a crisis of faith in each other begins to unravel all of their lives.

The Horse and His Cowboy

by Matthew Moore

Synopsis

Bill has been out all night. When he gets home, his horse Trusty has decided things need to change.

A ten-minute comedy that takes a new look at the Old West.

Bill has been out all night. When he gets home, his horse Trusty has decided things need to change.

A ten-minute comedy that takes a new look at the Old West.

How the Elephants Grieve

by Matthew Moore

Synopsis

One elephant comforts another.

One elephant comforts another.

Jake Lacy

by Matthew Moore

Synopsis

Jane and Nina are discussing whether or not to cast Jake Lacy in a movie.

Who is Jake Lacy you ask?

Exactly.

Jane and Nina are discussing whether or not to cast Jake Lacy in a movie.

Who is Jake Lacy you ask?

Exactly.

Katie

by Matthew Moore

Synopsis

Mia and Charlotte have tried their best to raise their son right. When he's accused of a heinous crime against a girl named Katie, can they reconcile their beliefs about victims and allegations with the love they have for their child?

Mia and Charlotte have tried their best to raise their son right. When he's accused of a heinous crime against a girl named Katie, can they reconcile their beliefs about victims and allegations with the love they have for their child?

Koalas

by Matthew Moore

Synopsis

Two koalas notice something strange happening at the zoo.

A ten-minute comedy about what happens when you have a lot of time on your hands and only so much eucalyptus.

Two koalas notice something strange happening at the zoo.

A ten-minute comedy about what happens when you have a lot of time on your hands and only so much eucalyptus.

Let’s Talk Until We’re Not Lonely Anymore

by Matthew Moore

Synopsis

Alex and JP are attempting to cure their loneliness by talking.

But what should they talk about? And for how long?

A short play about connection and uncertainty.

Alex and JP are attempting to cure their loneliness by talking.

But what should they talk about? And for how long?

A short play about connection and uncertainty.

Lincoln Speaks

by Matthew Moore

Synopsis

Frank and Edward are listening to the Gettysburg Address.

They have some notes.

Frank and Edward are listening to the Gettysburg Address.

They have some notes.

Live Long and--Wait

by Matthew Moore

Synopsis

Jill and Grobe are stuck together on an elevator.

That elevator just happens to be on a spaceship.

Jill and Grobe are stuck together on an elevator.

That elevator just happens to be on a spaceship.

Maleficent, Invited

by Matthew Moore

Synopsis

Once upon a time, Maleficent was invited to the christening of Sleeping Beauty after all and still manages to make a mess of things.

Once upon a time, Maleficent was invited to the christening of Sleeping Beauty after all and still manages to make a mess of things.

Memorial Day

by Matthew Moore

Synopsis

Memorial Day is invented and then immediately compromised.

An American Comedy in ten minutes or less.

Memorial Day is invented and then immediately compromised.

An American Comedy in ten minutes or less.

The Mice

by Matthew Moore

Synopsis

George, a mouse, is trapped on sticky paper. Erica, a mouse, is trying to figure out how to get him free.

A ten-minute comedy about escaping death and peanut butter.

George, a mouse, is trapped on sticky paper. Erica, a mouse, is trying to figure out how to get him free.

A ten-minute comedy about escaping death and peanut butter.

The Minister's Husband

by Matthew Moore

Synopsis

Inspired by other classic holiday comedies of churches being saved angels while marriages hang in the balance, this new spin on a few old favorites is a joyous extravaganza of hope and music.

Ian's congregation is hanging on by a thread when he asks for help from anyone--literally, anyone--and an angel named Evan appears. When Evan helps Ian's husband Kyle turn the church choir into a powerhouse performing...

Inspired by other classic holiday comedies of churches being saved angels while marriages hang in the balance, this new spin on a few old favorites is a joyous extravaganza of hope and music.

Ian's congregation is hanging on by a thread when he asks for help from anyone--literally, anyone--and an angel named Evan appears. When Evan helps Ian's husband Kyle turn the church choir into a powerhouse performing group, Ian starts to feel left out.

Can a church, a marriage, and a family be saved all in time for Christmas?

Movie Night

by Matthew Moore

Synopsis

Kim and Martin are trying to find a movie to watch. During quarantine, they watched so many they lost track. As the two argue about what they have and haven't seen, it becomes clear that a large amount of time has become fuzzy to them.

A ten-minute comedy about a time all of us wish we could erase.

Kim and Martin are trying to find a movie to watch. During quarantine, they watched so many they lost track. As the two argue about what they have and haven't seen, it becomes clear that a large amount of time has become fuzzy to them.

A ten-minute comedy about a time all of us wish we could erase.

Murder and Magneto

by Matthew Moore

Synopsis

Jessica Fletcher and Magneto discuss being outcasts.

Jessica Fletcher and Magneto discuss being outcasts.

The Musical Genius Travels Back in Time to Let His Parents Know He’s a Genius In Order to Receive an Apology for All Their Discouragement

by Matthew Moore

Synopsis

Rumford, a musical genius, travels back in time to his childhood home to receive a long-overdue apology from his parents.

Things don't go as planned.

Rumford, a musical genius, travels back in time to his childhood home to receive a long-overdue apology from his parents.

Things don't go as planned.

The Pizza Girl and the Babysitter

by Matthew Moore

Synopsis

Brian asks his friend Tiff to stop by the house where he's babysitting, because he thinks there's a killer lurking nearby.

When Tiff gets there, she's not sure there's a killer, but could the two of them just be fearful of other, more tragically commonplace occurrences?

A ten minute comedy for teens (and everyone else) about all there is to be afraid of and why pizza can help (a little).

Brian asks his friend Tiff to stop by the house where he's babysitting, because he thinks there's a killer lurking nearby.

When Tiff gets there, she's not sure there's a killer, but could the two of them just be fearful of other, more tragically commonplace occurrences?

A ten minute comedy for teens (and everyone else) about all there is to be afraid of and why pizza can help (a little).

Returning Characters

by Matthew Moore

Synopsis

A beloved tv show is being rebooted.

The only problem is that everyone is excited for the original cast to return, and most of them are...unavailable.

A ten minute comedy about modern culture and its obsession with the past.

A beloved tv show is being rebooted.

The only problem is that everyone is excited for the original cast to return, and most of them are...unavailable.

A ten minute comedy about modern culture and its obsession with the past.

Richie's Nickname

by Matthew Moore

Synopsis

Three mobsters sit down for dinner with their newest colleague.

First order of business?

He needs a nickname.

Three mobsters sit down for dinner with their newest colleague.

First order of business?

He needs a nickname.

A Shark Week Christmas

by Matthew Moore

Synopsis

Executives from Discovery are meeting with executives from Hallmark to come up with the best corporate collaboration ever.

...If they can all agree on whether or not sharks wear Santa hats.

Executives from Discovery are meeting with executives from Hallmark to come up with the best corporate collaboration ever.

...If they can all agree on whether or not sharks wear Santa hats.

The Sleeping Paralysis Demon Shops for an Apartment

by Matthew Moore

Synopsis

Dana is a sleep paralysis demon looking for an apartment.

Her realtor, Jess, thinks she's found the perfect place.

Dana has other ideas.

Dana is a sleep paralysis demon looking for an apartment.

Her realtor, Jess, thinks she's found the perfect place.

Dana has other ideas.

Sneaking Out

by Matthew Moore

Synopsis

Angel is sneaking out of the house. Her mother, Billie, catches her.

Maybe with a little help, she can do a better job next time.

A ten minute comedy about parenting and doggy doors.

Angel is sneaking out of the house. Her mother, Billie, catches her.

Maybe with a little help, she can do a better job next time.

A ten minute comedy about parenting and doggy doors.

Something to Kill the Mood

by Matthew Moore

Synopsis

Trish and Taylor are on their 8th date and they're ready to take things to the next level.

Then Taylor puts on his favorite playlist.

Things take...a turn.

Trish and Taylor are on their 8th date and they're ready to take things to the next level.

Then Taylor puts on his favorite playlist.

Things take...a turn.

Stay Right Where You Are

by Matthew Moore

Synopsis

What if you could stay home and still feel like everybody wanted you to go out but was totally cool with the fact that you decided not to? Ali is here to help.

What if you could stay home and still feel like everybody wanted you to go out but was totally cool with the fact that you decided not to? Ali is here to help.

Such a Lovely House

by Matthew Moore

Synopsis

Dee and Alex have just fled their haunted house. They went straight to their real estate agent's office to find a new one.

That might not be so easy.

Dee and Alex have just fled their haunted house. They went straight to their real estate agent's office to find a new one.

That might not be so easy.

Superman and the Optometrist

by Matthew Moore

Synopsis

Clark Kent is having some trouble with his vision.

He pays a visit to the optometrist.

Now he just has to convince her to let him keep his glasses on during his eye exam.

Clark Kent is having some trouble with his vision.

He pays a visit to the optometrist.

Now he just has to convince her to let him keep his glasses on during his eye exam.

Take This Phone Away from Me

by Matthew Moore

Synopsis

Alex and Robin are giving up their phones.

Little do they know, they're about to give up a lot more than that.

Alex and Robin are giving up their phones.

Little do they know, they're about to give up a lot more than that.

The Tiger and The Dentist

by Matthew Moore

Synopsis

A tiger goes to see the dentist.

A short play about friendship, misconceptions, and cavities.

A tiger goes to see the dentist.

A short play about friendship, misconceptions, and cavities.

Two Executives Discuss All the Movies They Can Put Timothee Chalamet In

by Matthew Moore

Synopsis

Two Executives Discuss All the Movies They Can Put Timothee Chalamet In.

Things get slightly out of hand.

Two Executives Discuss All the Movies They Can Put Timothee Chalamet In.

Things get slightly out of hand.

We'll Play Until You Win

by Matthew Moore

Synopsis

Inman and Straus are playing a game of chess.

Soon, a question is posed--

What if someone won and they just...kept playing?

A ten minute play about the world's more insightful game.

Inman and Straus are playing a game of chess.

Soon, a question is posed--

What if someone won and they just...kept playing?

A ten minute play about the world's more insightful game.

We Were Hoping for Worse

by Matthew Moore

Synopsis

Lonnie and Laney are running a broadcast during what was supposed to be a devastating tornado strike.

Instead they're left to rift as the sun shines outside and Meredith the Weatherwoman terrorizes them from off-screen.

Lonnie and Laney are running a broadcast during what was supposed to be a devastating tornado strike.

Instead they're left to rift as the sun shines outside and Meredith the Weatherwoman terrorizes them from off-screen.

What Else Can the Post Office Do For You?

by Matthew Moore

Synopsis

Shary needs to mail a letter, but Penny and the post office need...a little bit more.

Shary needs to mail a letter, but Penny and the post office need...a little bit more.

What's in the Box?

by Matthew Moore

Synopsis

Two contestants are tasked with guessing which personal item of theirs might be in a mystery box.

The trouble is that one of the items might be...cursed.

A ten-minute comedy about game shows, guessing, and potential curses.

Two contestants are tasked with guessing which personal item of theirs might be in a mystery box.

The trouble is that one of the items might be...cursed.

A ten-minute comedy about game shows, guessing, and potential curses.

The Wives

by Matthew Moore

Synopsis

Diana is Robert's wife. Misha played his wife on television for years. The two are having lunch to discuss how Misha can support Robert in the midst of a scandal. The two women must finally contend with what it means to support a man who has loomed large over both of their lives.

Diana is Robert's wife. Misha played his wife on television for years. The two are having lunch to discuss how Misha can support Robert in the midst of a scandal. The two women must finally contend with what it means to support a man who has loomed large over both of their lives.