Recommended by Neil Radtke

Morey Norkin has a real knack for writing conversations that feel natural, funny, and layered. Four Questions takes a simple blind date premise and uses it to explore ideas of faith and compatibility in a way that’s both engaging and relatable. As someone who enjoys his work, I found this play to be another thoughtful and entertaining example of his style.

White Walls by Justin Borak is a haunting and imaginative play that pulls you into its eerie, liminal world. I was struck by how it balances absurd humor with deep emotional weight, making the characters’ search for memory and meaning both gripping and heartbreaking.

28 Brains Later is a funny and touching play that gives a fresh spin on the zombie story. Debra A. Cole mixes humor and heart as two zombie husbands reflect on love, creativity, and endings. It’s a short, clever piece that leaves you entertained while also making you think.

I had the pleasure of seeing Steven G. Martin perform Hot & Sweaty live, and it was absolutely electric. His writing is sharp, funny, and deeply human, and watching him embody the character brought the piece to life in a way that was both hilarious and moving.

Steven G. Martin’s I Don’t Like Theatre is a moving and quietly powerful monologue that sneaks up on you with its emotional resonance. Through Don DePrimo’s reluctant yet heartfelt journey, Martin captures the way art can touch us even when we resist it.

This play captures a tense family moment with honesty and impact. The interactions between the characters feel natural, and the conflict keeps you invested. Coach isn’t easy to read/watch, but it’s worth the discomfort for the questions it raises.

Stockholm Syndrome is a sharp, witty one-minute play that flips the traditional faerie-entrapment trope on its head. Adam Richter’s snappy dialogue and playful subversion of expectations deliver both laughs and a sly commentary on modern life’s chaos. A clever, fast-paced gem perfect for festivals and short-play showcases.

Formica Pillow by Scott Sickles hooked me right from the start. The conversations feel real and natural, slowly revealing the characters’ pasts while keeping me curious. By the end, I felt like I was right there in the diner, watching two people’s lives quietly shift in the middle of the night.

“Pitch Meeting” is a clever monologue that blends quirky humor with a surprisingly poignant twist. Kyle Brown takes the audience on a ride from absurd sci-fi pitches to something deeply human, all within a single voice. A strong piece for actors who want to showcase range and charm in one go.

Mandy is the kind of role actors dream of: unhinged, hilarious, and heartbreakingly sincere. This play is a genre-defying gem that moves from deadpan HR comedy to supernatural confession without missing a beat. Equal parts bananas and beautiful.