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Kelly McBurnette-Andronicos

Recommended by Kelly McBurnette-Andronicos

  • Romeo & Her Sister by Jillian Blevins
    26 Apr. 2024
    “ “Romeo and Her Sister” is exactly the kind of play I want to see when I go to the theater - smart, well crafted, and literary. Blevins has done the research on the historical characters she introduces us to, leaving me so intrigued, I read up further on them. What I appreciated most about the play was the bookended prologue and epilogue, delivered by a supporting character who provides insight on what it is like to be eclipsed not only because of gender but because of race as well. Truly a wonderful play. ”
  • Everyday Monsters by Donald E. Baker
    26 Apr. 2024
    “ At its heart, “Everyday Monsters” is a play about power. Who has it and who’s taking it away and how. While the play’s vehicle is sexual abuse, racism adds another complicated element to an already complex dynamic. But what I found most intriguing was the motivation of revenge. We know someone is going to be made to pay, and just how that retribution plays out is what keeps the audience pinned in their seats. This is a tense, hair raising ride you’ll want to shake off after it’s over. But you won’t be able to. ”
  • Sandy's Gift by Greg Mandryk
    17 Apr. 2024
    “ Careful who your work friends are. There are some dark, twisty turns in this short. The banter is crisp. The facts are ambiguous. And the unexpected keeps us guessing. On the practical side, this three-person play would be easy to produce, making it perfect for any short play festival. Those of us looking for something dark with enough humor to keep it light will enjoy this piece. A fun read! ”
  • Black Good Friday by Cam Eickmeyer
    17 Apr. 2024
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    ‘Goaawhhhd’, this playwright sure pokes a lot of fun at - and/or calls out - these commercialized evangelical archetypes. Funny but pointed, in just a few short pages, Eickmeyer skewers hypocrisy and serves it up on a collection plate. A cleverly titled, satisfying short with some sharp edges. Nicely done. ”
  • Snacks, Drugs, and the Sexual Appetites of the Gays by Steven G. Martin
    15 Apr. 2024
    “ A Comedy of Horrors? A gay man’s nightmare? Lord help Generation Alpha, the beneficiaries/victims of the age of helicopter parenting. Martin gives us a hilarious but-oh-so-cringeworthy glimpse into a newlywed couple’s marriage night. Darkly absurd, this fast paced, mental burlesque will leave the audience gasping for air. From laughing and from shock. Martin holds nothing back. Give this eye-popper a read! ”
  • IMPRESSIONS OF PARIS by Nora Louise Syran
    9 Mar. 2024
    “ Syran’s full-length play with music about Impressionism, the 19th century French art movement, is grand, epic, and beautiful! What’s particularly brilliant about Syran’s piece is the various ways we are introduced to these famous artists. I especially appreciated the insights offered on the women artists and the ways they did - and didn’t - fit into their time. Really smart and well written. What a delicious spectacle to see this play produced to its fullest glory. Let’s hope we see this on stage soon! We need more of this kind of beauty in our lives. ”
  • Cat's Pajamas by Vicki Meagher
    28 Feb. 2024
    “ Suffering comes in many forms. In this 75 minute play, two strangers are forever linked after a fateful incident. While the nature of their relationship is unconventional, ultimately, their care for each other feels quite natural. I have hope these two people will help each other bear their lives’ extraordinary loads. The characters are well drawn, the dialogue authentic, and its setting in Taos, NM, rings true. A lovely, moving play that’s easy to produce and bound to stir conversation. And I especially loved the story of how cats get pajamas. Truly enjoyed reading it. ”
  • THE ART OF MARTYRDOM (A Comedy) by Rita Anderson
    27 Feb. 2024
    “ Charming! Delightful! Anderson was clearly touched by the Muse herself when she wrote this full length play about the first-known woman playwright. The characters are fully formed, the story crystal clear, and the anachronistic elements seamlessly incorporated. And what a beautiful, poignant twist she gifts us with at the end. This play is a wonder. Highly recommend. ”
  • altitude by Daniel Prillaman
    10 Feb. 2024
    “ Altitude is a unique, full length mind bender of a play that takes us on a vision quest worthy of the Land of Oz and all the psychedelic imagery that might conjure. Once the smoke clears (hehe), we may not remember what our two friends - broke down in an Iowa cornfield - are questing for exactly but no matter. It's all about the journey (or trip rather). Trust me. Oh, and the corn? It talks. It would be a blast to see this produced using the entire theatre space. So many possibilities! Utterly crazy and I loved it. ”
  • Pick-and-Shovel Work by Ramsey Uhter
    3 Feb. 2024
    “ Not at all what you think but devilish all the same. Fun premise and well drawn characters. Good short for two college-aged actors. ”

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