Recommended by Morey Norkin

Christopher Plumridge has created a chilling horror short for radio. With only the voices of the two actors and added sound effects, our imaginations can run wild as some sinister thing (IT) lurks about. Goosebumps!

Jacquelyn Floyd-Priskorn manages to pack a lot into this short monologue. Her unique brand of humor is on full display here, especially with the final line, as is her ability to create quirky, compelling characters. Few of us will have to face becoming zombies after death, but we all will have to consider our life choices. Today I chose mint chocolate chip ice cream.

This is a riot! Not at all what I was expecting. It was much, much better!! Any actor who plays Santa is in for a good time! And sound technicians take note: be sure to use the authentic Godzilla voice! This is my kind of holiday play!

I can see the headline now! “Florida man…” And you already know you’re either in for a good laugh or you’ll be shaking your head in disbelief. In this case, Deb Cole has us laughing and shaking our heads! What some people won’t do for their 15 minutes of fame! Well done!

Saying a final farewell is never easy, but when it involves one of furry family members, the pain seems magnified. Perhaps because they ask for so little and give so much in return. Chris Plumridge has penned a lovely tribute to his Charlie. A good boy, indeed.

Truly a play for all seasons and holidays! Managing the seasons and holidays is a challenge for any of us, but imagine, as Rachel has done brilliantly, that it’s actually someone’s job! And when seasons and holidays have their own personalities and grievances, well, the laughs are as plentiful as a bagful of Halloween treats or an over stuffed Christmas stocking! This should be destined to become a year round holiday classic!

THE DAY has an eerie, chilling vibe very much in tune with Shirley Jackson’s The Lottery. Hannah Lee DeFrates presents a seemingly sweet and innocent outing, but the mood shifts and we are drawn in and led to the shocking conclusion. There are many questions left to consider, and no doubt audiences will be buzzing with theories at the conclusion of this stunner! I hope they get the chance!

You just know from the outset that everyone in the audience will be anxiously wondering whether Kaden will take a bite of their corn dog. Just as one might savor the first bite of any boardwalk treat, you can find immense pleasure in this touching comedy as two somewhat clueless characters move toward self awareness. Theaters performing this play could make a fortune with a well-stocked concession stand!

John Busser is a terrific comedy writer. Here he makes perfect use of humor as a release for two siblings suffering from the exhaustion and frayed nerves from the recent passing of their mother. The situation, the characters, and their reactions to events and each other are all completely believable. This piece works perfectly as a 10-minute play, but with a hint that this is the opening scene of a full-length version, I look forward to the chance to revisit! And I hope Aunt Peg will make an appearance!

Family gatherings, including paying respects to a recently passed and beloved grandmother, can bring about a case of self consciousness. Dana Hall and David Lipschutz capture this feeling with a light comic touch in this tender story of self acceptance, grief, and love. Beautifully done.