Recommended by Arthur M Jolly

A delightful, sweet and loving piece as two very different characters at a museum share how the same artwork can reveal distinct perspectives on art and life. That they eventually find common ground makes for a delightful ending - this one would be a crowd pleaser!

An absolutely stunning one act - beautifully written, a love story that tugs at the heart and leaves us questioning the difference between agape, philia, eros and all the various forms of love that exist between humans but are often simplified - or simply dumbed down - in most plays. The relationship between these two women is profoundly complex, the setting so perfect to what they are going through - and the ending is bittersweet in the best way.

The best satire comes from rage, from righteous anger - and here, coupled with an exquisite sense of irony and razor-sharp characters - not to mention some wickedly funny lines - it not only shines a spotlight on White America's obsession with trauma porn, it turns a flamethrower on it. Alex Lin's play is incandescent.

This is an amazing play. Don't let the ten minute length fool you, there is so much here - starting with three characters that can be played by any gender discussing, buying, and trying on, underwear and all it represents. It's an absolutely fascinating and innovative way of analyzing gender constructs - and it builds to a crescendo of violence that feels organic to the characters and moment. It also could be used in a classroom to provoke discussion, or to use as a project for a directing or design challenge.

A fun, quirky piece that would work as well in an evening of murder mysteries as an evening of romantic (dark) comedies, filled with delicious character roles that any actor should love to sink their teeth into!

Lyrical and poetic in language, rich and resonant in emotion, deep and powerful in meaning - this is a beautiful example of the ten minute play. This is one that could be analyzed in a class as well as being a fantastic addition to an evening of short plays. The playwright also has notes for virtual production possibilities that actually open up the piece rather than limiting it - there's so much here in an exquisite, small package.

A powerful monologue that immediately drew me back to the beginning of the pandemic and the heightened emotional condition of so many, and the heightened levels of xenophobia, mistrust and racism that came out unchecked. This is an important monologue, and a chance to spark some serious reflection in audiences - as well as being some damn good writing.

An adorable, heartfelt play, with vivid characters and a delightful, manic imaginary friend who has all the right answers. This is a fun play to read, and would probably be a crowd favorite in an evening of quirky comedies!

Just reading the set description at the top of the script sets up so much - harnessing the power of theatre at its best. Any design teacher should immediately grab this script for teaching... and beyond that, it is a beautiful, powerful family drama with deep layers of subtext and soaring emotional heights. This is a great play.

Absolutely phenomenal writing - this short play is beautifully haunting, and deeply intriguing. It is anything but obvious, and it carries so much weight, so much depth, and does it effortlessly. While many ten minute plays seem to veer towards sketches or lightweight sitcom premises, to find true artistry and theatricality in ten minutes is exciting and moving. In The Final Disappointment, Sasha Karuc has achieved something timeless and powerful, and reminds us what a ten minute play can be at its best.