Recommended by Morey Norkin

This is a devilishly funny play from Debra A. Cole! The laughs come quickly once the Devil himself appears before two retirees bored with their RV and retirement in general. Could this be an opportunity for… Satan?! Or could… Satan… provide the spark this couple needs? And is that even a good thing? You’ll be hysterically surprised at the answers!

Two older men become roomies in an assisted living facility where they are the only male residents. Jack is energetic and is considered quite the ladies man. Morris is subdued, still dealing with the recent loss of his wife. With Jack’s encouragement and the attention of a younger female physical therapist, Morris finds a new lease on life. A thoroughly enjoyable play with many funny lines (the last line really took me by surprise). Great roles for older actors. If I could remember lines I would love to do this!

As a theatre committee plans a production of Hamlet, the meeting turns into political correctness run amok. Every decision is made to avoid even the most bizarre possibility of offending. Paul Smith’s script is hilarious. Some of the production choices are so wildly hysterical that the choice of Judi Dench to play the title role is quite conservative. But not only would I love to see Hamlet with a chorus of penguins, I would love to see this play whether on stage or via Zoom.

This play had me squirming in my seat. Not just because all the talk about a back itch made my back itch, but because the depth of dysfunction of the three family members was uncomfortably real. Throw in a tenant with her own troubles and desires, and the tension mounts. DC Cathro pulls us into this broken world that revolves around an itch by introducing it with brilliant humor and then keeps our attention riveted on the interaction between these four great characters. I believe the awards for this play are only just beginning.

Goodness gracious! All you hipsters, greasers, and beatniks need to check this out! You’ve got Peggy Sue, Miss Molly, Mack Heath, and more! Everyone is under suspicion when John E. “The Bee” Good’s hot wheels go missing. This play is a fun vehicle that can be presented as a mystery evening or purely theatrical. Either way, audience participation would be fun. Aside from the laughs, Nora Louise Syran manages to shine a light on some of the not so nifty aspects of the 50s. Great mystery and social commentary rolled into one!

This CAKE comes in many delicious layers. The audience will be laughing from lights up, and actors will have to hold so they can recover and pay attention. And when the audience recovers from that initial comic image, they will be treated to more laughs, some sadness, hints of depression, a desire to belong, and a resolve to carry on (literally and figuratively). That’s a lot to pack into 11 pages, but in Jacquelyn Floyd-Priskorn’s capable hands, the proof is in the pudding or rather cake.

Beautifully written with two distinct, engaging characters. Ken Preuss presents a quiet moment that evolves naturally at a comfortable pace. Alex and Ellie are two young people facing loss but potentially finding the healing power of a new relationship. What a pleasure this would be to see on stage.

A clever and quite funny look at what inspires a playwright and whether we can recognize the real people that may be the inspiration for various characters. Interestingly, the character who is somewhat clownish and the butt of the funniest line (having to do with brains), delivers perhaps the most insightful line, setting up the perfect ending. I can’t help wondering if Kim E. Ruyle was inspired by an actual B&B and if horses were involved! This is a great read and would be a joy to see onstage!

“Feeling Batty” is just plain fun! A zookeeper, a bat exhibit, and a vampire. What could possibly go wrong?! Surprising and hilarious twists and turns! Read and enjoy!

A lovely, delightful story of a shining friendship. Rachel Feeny-Williams’ imagination knows no bounds as she reaches for the stars to bring us this charming tale. I smiled throughout as I was reminded of the song “Catch a Falling Star” from my early childhood. My wish is that this play is read and performed often for many years to come.