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As a big Christmas fan, I went into this already taking sides. Lermond exposes the evils of condo associations and their anti-holiday “spirit” in this fun and funny romp. Would be a great addition to a collection of holiday shorts!

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.

Grounded in reality but with a fantastic twist, “Somebody’s Child” explores the battleground of a relationship. Sides will be taken and reconsidered and explored in detail. Rich with humor and heartache.

“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.