Recommended by Brent Alles

That this piece retains its power, impact, and verve many years after its initial creation not only shows you the unfortunate timelessness of the issues that Soltero-Brown is highlighting through his prose and rhyme but also the sheer expertise of the playwright. That you can mold this to a single person or a group of many shows how groups could use this to give their audiences a truly thought-provoking piece. Power to the playwright, and here's hoping for staging of any kind to show its power.

Oh, I loved this. Totally natural "meet cute" between unnatural partners. But the sun will shine and the rainbows may conquer all. Incredibly charming and winning. A great five-minute for any such festival to produce. Send your audience home happy with it!

Sweet, funny little nature scene here. Perfect little 1-minute. Go Cards!

Ha! Was not expecting where this went, but what a lovely conclusion it was. Great short piece by Brandon! Au natural, indeed. :)

A lovely monologue and fitting tribute to the power of nature by Richter. Great piece!

The structure of this piece is as intricately folded as an origami bee, and that was just one thing I admired in its reading. The comedic touches at the beginning are just great, and Hilder builds the tension effectively until you reach the satisfying climax at the end. Wonderfully drawn characters in a short piece... pretty great achievement! This short would do very well in any short-play festival that puts it on the bill. Audiences are going to enjoy it much, methinks.

I absolutely loved how this piece kept you guessing until the end, and as always, Williams and his gift with words make the implausible totally plausible. Just as I was finished laughing at the setup, we get an even better reveal at the end that's even funnier. Terrific comic piece... would be great in any festival that would have it.

Hilarious piece, and I would absolutely want to see this staged just for the comic sight of Billy up against his competitors. Great payoff at the end as well. Excellent short play that would fold its audience up in mirth and delight if they got to see it.

Lovely slice of life here. Good dialogue between the characters and a satisfying resolution. I am ever approving of anything that allows for a child's imagination and resiliency to save the day. Excellent short piece by Haas!

Oh mercy, was this a touching exploration of death, grief, and, most importantly, life. Jacquie hits all the small details here that made me wish *I* knew Max. Beautiful imagery here, and the final lines just left a lump in my throat. Wonderful.