Recommended by Brent Alles

Wonderful springboard from the original. No mere gimmick because Blevins instead provides insightful character study that becomes contemporary but yet also provides the opportunity for rumination on the Bard's work. A pretty hefty accomplishment for a one act, but Blevins absolutely rises to the challenge. The anachronisms made me chuckle, but the relationship evolution between these two was truly provocative and moving for me as I read the play. Great piece of theater!

A fun contemplation on those people we see at the airport who have a knowing smile on their face for no apparent reason. Or maybe there IS an apparent reason, as Byham suggests here. Loved the scenario and setup, and there's some good philosophical and metaphysical craic to be had between the two main characters. The ending packs a good emotional wallop as well. An enjoyable short that just may leave you musing about life... and what comes after.

Wonderful adaptation of Chekhov here, as we're drawn into the character struggles pretty much immediately and then it just builds from there. Intricate work here in terms of developing relationships as well as the details of trying to keep a dying business running until the embers finally go out. Sharp commentary about what's become of the current economic system when it comes to small businesses. Definitely emotionally invested at the end. Pretty fine work indeed by this well-crafted play.

The usual fascinating exploration of art, history, and more from Caruso in a "two-hander" that definitely does not disappoint. There's many delicious lines in its telling, and the undercurrent of dark humor keeps things lively in an intriguing moral examination of the creation of art and the lengths one might be willing to go to create it. A unique brief piece that was certainly a memorable read and should be interesting indeed to see staged at some point!

Wonderful little fable here, warm as the soup should be that centers in its telling. (And certainly one of the more inventive adaptations of the "Sorcerer's Apprentice" conceit that I've seen in some time!) Great way to share culture and life lessons to audience members that get the privilege of viewing it. Enjoyable tale shared by Heyman in an utterly charming manner that should resonate well with all ages. They should hopefully enjoy it as much as Wyatt enjoys Gigi's company... and her soup.

Wonderful "revival" here indeed. I especially resonated with one of the main points: the fear of unwittingly, repeatedly telling the same story. But ah, what about a new "Event Horizon"? New stories, possibilities? That's tantalizing and what you get in this funny and touching examination of a unique partnership. I love the details that PMW provides, and I smiled and laughed throughout at the joys, stresses, highs, and lows of creation. A consistently enjoyable time spent with these characters.

What do we talk about after the end of the world? Latham knows the answer to that question well, as he crafts great craic between these two friends. Still, the menace of the situation is never totally defused, which is skillful and admirable. Loved the pop culture references and the jokes. A crackling, fast-moving "road trip" to, from, and towards doom with cold brews popped and ready. This is a story that I definitely wouldn't mind seeing evolve. However, as is, it's one hell of a ride.

At first, Heyman absolutely captures the essence of "impostor syndrome" in a playwright so much that I was a little nervous that he had perhaps burrowed into my own head, "Being John Malkovich" style. Besides that, though, there's a touching scene of identity, sexuality, and maturity that's portrayed here as well. It's a doubly neat conceit. Let me support the inner voices in this work by saying that the conceit is not labored here. It's exactly what it needs to be in a rewarding audio play.

A very funny brief play by Heyman, this definitely shows you to be careful when you order these days. You never know what you might get. You get what you usually get from Heyman, here, however, which is playwriting goodness even in a brief little scene such as this. Very enjoyable!

Love the premise, and then the execution of said premise was just a joy to read and experience. Brandon brings some warmth, humor, and romance to the proceedings at a comic convention. Some nice "winking nods" to the types that go to such things (I... uh... can relate) and then a nifty little twist that brings the short play to an enjoyable close. This would make an excellent addition to any festival that would have it!