Recommended by DC Cathro

Brutally vivid. In just a few pages, Martin paints a picture of an abusive, tragic family and each of their outcomes. Deftly and boldly told, a terrific tour de force for an actress to sink their teeth into.

A fascinating take on beauty through the eyes of someone who can’t see, self-worth, and self reliance. Great characters and natural dialogue, full of vivid imagery and emotion. Wonderful.

A future story told with retro references about pop culture on a planet without any. Fascinating and fun, but the thrills start coming fast as the play rolls on. Imaginative and intriguing premise Intricate relationships, real and imagined, play out in this sci-fi mystery. Amazing roles and design opportunities.

You’d think, given all they have in common, that Junie and Pete could make things work, but when the thread that binds them is jealousy, the suspicions take over in this quick and dirty little comedy. Fast and funny!

A horrific, taut sci-fi psychological thrillers, and you only need 2 actors on a Zoom call... That’s how powerful the idea is. That’s also how powerful Sickles’ dialogue is in this stunning piece, plus a great script for a sound designer to flex their muscles on. Wow.

Powerful imagery and an insightful look at gun violence here and abroad. The victims come from completely different worlds, but face the same horrors from their unique perspectives. Haunting in a beautiful, terrible way.

We all strive for “success” ... professional, personal, financial. How do you know when you’ve achieved it? Do you ever really feel it? The themes are universal, but here they are grounded in the world of show business. A wonderful, deep dive into the notorious drive that “success” creates in the push for notoriety. Especially relatable here among fellow playwrights. An important conversation to have.

“Complimentary WiFi” is quirky and funny, like the characters that inhabit it. Anniversaries are wonderful, stressful occasions and Carnes fires on all cylinders in this fast-paced bite-sized romp.

Mystery! Mayhem! Mirth! And more than a few hilarious twists! This dark comedy from the mind of Doug DeVita rollicks along like a rollercoaster. A fun show with roles for actors hungry to chew on some scenery. Delightful!

A dark and surprising observation of human nature, taken to an extreme. Violent thoughts becoming reality are also becoming commonplace, which makes this piece all the more tragic. A psychological thrill ride in just a few pages.