Recommended by DC Cathro

  • DC Cathro: Win and Tim and the Unlikelihood of Living Forever [a 1-minute play] by Steven G. Martin
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    So damn sweet. This subdued, private moment perfectly sums up the relationship between Win and Tim. And it’s just so damn sweet. I love this play.

    So damn sweet. This subdued, private moment perfectly sums up the relationship between Win and Tim. And it’s just so damn sweet. I love this play.

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  • DC Cathro: Blackout Wednesday by John Bavoso
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    Emotions are effectively manipulated in this reunion of former lovers, with richly drawn characters and desperate wants. It’s a familiar story but one with enough revealed history to keep the reader intrigued, and although you know where it’s heading the desire for that reconnection still makes for a satisfying ending.

    Emotions are effectively manipulated in this reunion of former lovers, with richly drawn characters and desperate wants. It’s a familiar story but one with enough revealed history to keep the reader intrigued, and although you know where it’s heading the desire for that reconnection still makes for a satisfying ending.

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  • DC Cathro: In My Tribe by John Mabey
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    A powerful short about reaching out over divides and caring for those with different beliefs and objectives. A valuable lesson, and one that us all too needed in this day and age. Mabey explores some huge issues with care and understanding in this short piece. Beautiful.

    A powerful short about reaching out over divides and caring for those with different beliefs and objectives. A valuable lesson, and one that us all too needed in this day and age. Mabey explores some huge issues with care and understanding in this short piece. Beautiful.

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  • DC Cathro: Sue and Stu, a construction play
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    The relaxed pace and easygoing manner of dialogue mask the passionate subtext in this intimate two-hander. The conversation is mapped out beautifully and thoughtfully, and the unsaid is powerful and impactful. Sweet, hopeful, and just a little sad. Lovely.

    The relaxed pace and easygoing manner of dialogue mask the passionate subtext in this intimate two-hander. The conversation is mapped out beautifully and thoughtfully, and the unsaid is powerful and impactful. Sweet, hopeful, and just a little sad. Lovely.

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  • DC Cathro: That Word (one minute version) by Mark Harvey Levine
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    Filthy, funny, and NSFW. A hilarious short piece that packs a punch, with the perfect $@&#ing ending.

    Filthy, funny, and NSFW. A hilarious short piece that packs a punch, with the perfect $@&#ing ending.

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  • DC Cathro: It's an Espresso Drink with Foamy Steamed Milk by Steven G. Martin
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    OMG. Hysterical. This slice-of-life/end-of-the-world moment perfectly sums up the vapid existence of, sadly, fate too many folks in this age of macchiatos and influencers. There are SO MANY reasons the earth shouldn’t end. This is one point in favor of oblivion. Again, tres hilarious.

    OMG. Hysterical. This slice-of-life/end-of-the-world moment perfectly sums up the vapid existence of, sadly, fate too many folks in this age of macchiatos and influencers. There are SO MANY reasons the earth shouldn’t end. This is one point in favor of oblivion. Again, tres hilarious.

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  • DC Cathro: Happy Holidays (or Bust) (10 minute play) by Elisabeth Giffin Speckman
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    Dysfunctional families are always more fun during the holiday season. Speckman gives us a family portrait of distinct relationships, each contributing to the frenzy of the situation while inserting some touching and dramatic moments into this comedic sleigh ride. They really ground the piece, and for me are the heart of this play. Thumbs up.

    Dysfunctional families are always more fun during the holiday season. Speckman gives us a family portrait of distinct relationships, each contributing to the frenzy of the situation while inserting some touching and dramatic moments into this comedic sleigh ride. They really ground the piece, and for me are the heart of this play. Thumbs up.

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  • DC Cathro: W.I.T.A.? A One-Minute Play by Adam Richter
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    Brutal in the honesty of the situation and the characters. An absurd tragedy, really. Richter seems to stab right to the core of humanity and all of our flaws in his works, and I look forward to reading more.

    Brutal in the honesty of the situation and the characters. An absurd tragedy, really. Richter seems to stab right to the core of humanity and all of our flaws in his works, and I look forward to reading more.

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  • DC Cathro: Collector's Item by Adam Richter
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    Supremely relatable to any of us who are a Collector. Or know a Collector. Short, sweet, perfect. You’ll either laugh OR cry.

    Supremely relatable to any of us who are a Collector. Or know a Collector. Short, sweet, perfect. You’ll either laugh OR cry.

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  • DC Cathro: JAM by Vince Gatton
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    Full of humor, relatable situations, and familiar characters, JAM rolls along until the real drama hits. Powerful and ultimately uplifting, propelling the reader to root for this band of mismatched cohorts, despite their previously annoying behaviors. Unexpected.

    Full of humor, relatable situations, and familiar characters, JAM rolls along until the real drama hits. Powerful and ultimately uplifting, propelling the reader to root for this band of mismatched cohorts, despite their previously annoying behaviors. Unexpected.

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