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Jonathan Cook

Recommended by Jonathan Cook

  • Sacrifice by Jacquelyn Floyd-Priskorn
    6 Jun. 2024
    “ What a fun premise! This dark comedy makes you think it's going one way, then it goes another, then it gives you an ending that is truly satisfying. Jacquelyn has a talent for crafting clever stories and, in this case, she gives us humor and horror all wrapped into a tidy play. Brilliant work and highly recommended! ”
  • Conflict/Resolution by Evan Baughfman
    19 May. 2024
    “ In "Conflict/Resolution", Baughfman gives us clever storytelling by personifying plot devices. It's like we are in a writer's head watching their brain struggle with which direction is more important for their story to go. Brilliantly written! ”
  • Open Mic Night by Evan Baughfman
    2 Aug. 2023
    “ I produced an audio play version of this script on the Gather by the Ghost Light podcast (https://www.gatherbytheghostlight.com/ep-48-open-mic-night-by-evan-baughfman/). Evan has a magical talent for writing eerie tales and in "Open Mic Night" you don't realize just how eerie it is until the delightful twist slaps you in the face. A wonderfully written horror play that is perfect for any theatre wanting to host a fright night! ”
  • Xiernon from Glixtar by Maripat Allen
    31 Jul. 2023
    “ I produced an audio play version of this script on the Gather by the Ghost Light podcast (https://www.gatherbytheghostlight.com/ep-47-xiernon-from-glixtar-by-maripat-allen/). Maripat Allen has skillfully written a fun little sci-fi story here. Its comedy from beginning to end and Maripat does a great job of giving each character their own voice and motives. A hilarious 10-minute script for any theatre out there looking for short comedic sci-fi plays! ”
  • Recess by Kara Emily Krantz
    19 Jun. 2023
    “ I produced an audio play version of this script on the podcast Gather by the Ghost Light (https://www.podpage.com/gather-by-the-ghost-light/ep-46-recess-by-kara-emily-krantz/). Kara has such a charming way with words and the playful innocence of the two characters as children will tug on your heart. But what I love the most is that Kara also give us flash forward moments that fill us in on the journey that lies ahead for these characters. Love love love! Perfect play for any short play fest! ”
  • Motetz Dam by Devon McSherry
    27 Feb. 2023
    “ I produced an audio play version of this script on the GATHER BY THE GHOST LIGHT podcast (https://www.podpage.com/gather-by-the-ghost-light/ep-13-motetz-dam/). Devon has crafted a delightful story with MOTETZ DAM, putting her own unique twists on the vampire mythos. In a tidy 10 minutes, we see the beginning spark of Jack and Lynn's heartwarming relationship, while also seeing the aftermath of Jack's tragic past relationship. A comedic and fun play that I'd love to see on the stage one day! ”
  • The Ticket by Franky D. Gonzalez
    24 Jan. 2023
    “ I produced an audio play version of this script on the radio theater podcast GATHER BY THE GHOST LIGHT (https://www.podpage.com/gather-by-the-ghost-light/ep-45-the-ticket/). Gonzalez provides several twists and turns in this hilarious script that keep you entertained on every page. Highly recommended for any theatre wanting to produce a well-paced play with edgy adult humor! ”
  • The Shelf on the Elf: A Brick Fistula Mystery by John Busser
    24 Jan. 2023
    “ I produced an audio play version of this script on the radio theater podcast GATHER BY THE GHOST LIGHT (https://www.podpage.com/gather-by-the-ghost-light/ep-44-the-shelf-on-the-elf-a-brick-fistula-mystery/). Busser has crafted a very comedic film-noir holiday tale and I was hooked from page one when I first read it. And I love how he cleverly uses Fistula's secretary as segues between scenes as she types out the case file of what's happening. Great Christmas themed play for any theatre looking for something more adult friendly during the holiday season! ”
  • Homo for Christmas by John Bavoso
    20 Dec. 2022
    “ I produced an audio play version of this script on the radio theater podcast GATHER BY THE GHOST LIGHT (https://www.podpage.com/gather-by-the-ghost-light/ep-43-homo-for-christmas/). This play is absolutely hilarious! Bavoso manages to give us a laugh line with every other sentence as this family remains in denial that their daughter has a girlfriend. While it may not be a family friendly script, this is a perfect holiday play for theatres out there that cater to mature audiences! ”
  • The Ultimate Christmas Question by Rachel Feeny-Williams
    20 Dec. 2022
    “ I produced an audio play version of this script on the radio theater podcast GATHER BY THE GHOST LIGHT (https://www.podpage.com/gather-by-the-ghost-light/ep-42-the-ultimate-christmas-question/). Rachel Feeny-Williams has captured a real life moment and written it into this hilarious play. I have overheard this same debate many times over the years and it was so fun to read script and Rachel's comedic take on this argument. Very relatable with great dialogue! ”

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