Recommended by Brenton Kniess

What would you do for your creation? That’s what Anastasia Wild explores in PORTALS. The power of friendship and dedication makes their portal possible, but it’s what was created for one of them that questions if they should stay or explore. Would you take the step?

Alli Hartley-Kong’s THE GRAPE NERDS REUNION is beautifully gripping and charming. The content within can be tough to write about, but Kong manages to expertly craft the unexpected journey Alyssa and Mike face when they reconnect with heart and power. A incredibly beautiful piece of theatre.

Ken Love’s MOONLIGHT OVER LA is engaging, thrilling, and wildly entertaining. The way Love molds his characters and places them in the trials and tribulations of LA in the 70s is done in such an unique and intelligent manner. The characters are extremely well drawn and the action has great pace to it. This phenomenal read would only grow in power if staged. Excellent!

Michele Clarke's radio version of RAVINE is riveting and suspenseful. Audio engineers and editors have so many avenues of creativity within this piece, and yet, no matter how the piece is audibly crafted, Clarke is able to convey the same gut-wrenching sensation. Wonderfully developed tension and suspense!

Kim E. Ruyle masterfully captures the ebb and flow of an unexpected kindling of relationship with raw intense passion and intimacy. The play progression simply floored me, as Ruyle intelligently weaves strong emotional beats within the dialogue allowing for each moment to naturally play out and connecting us on a personal level with both Maeve and Rob. The emotional journey that the audience experiences will be sure to stick with them long after the performance is over. This is an extraordinary piece of theatre.

Love happens when you least expect it. Jack Levine's FLOATING BUBBLES is a sweet and heartful romantic comedy that gives us Dick and Jane, two uniquely fun characters who develop a conversation that is rich in witty humor and a sprinkling of heart. This is a lovely romantic comedy that any two actors would relish being in!

Neil Radtke is a master of suspense. THE ENVELOPE is crafted with such intelligence and fluidity that will keep you completely invested. Radtke expertly paces the play, as he grabs our attention from the very beginning and never lets us go. This is a compelling and dramatically rich play that deserves an audience.

Anastasia Wild's CREMAINS TO BE SEEN is compelling, humorous, and surprisingly moving. Wild is able to capture the essence of grief so vividly which offers wonderful contrast from the unique sense of humor. This is a wonderfully crafted play with plenty of heart and laughs.

This is a type of play that many playwrights attempt to write, but many fall short. However, that is far from the case with David Rigano’s masterful romantic dramedy. The intimacy that Rigano creates between Orli and Hank is beautifully drawn and realized. Rigano crafts an authenticity that makes you not only care, but will make you see into your own relationships. I commend Rigano for taking risks and writing a play regarding a complicated relationship with heart and soul. This is a fantastic two hander for two actors with great range.

CK Brestman expertly crafts a comedic monologue with a stereotypical Karen as the protagonist. I absolutely love how Brestman structures the monologue. The story beats are well thought out and layered for some nice reveals later in the piece. Every nuance and intricacy we see in stereotypical Karen’s are woven into this story with sharp humor and wit. Great fun!