Recommended by James Binz

A truly unique structure. The transitions from one scene to the next are well crafted and the story moves along. I enjoyed meeting all of the characters, but Anna of the Long Grass in the end has the monologue of true art and importance. Jennifer Maisel has captured a tale of wonder and grace and filled it with uplifting hope and the role of art to any society. Very impressive.

On the one hand, I want to say "Poor Girl." She's being abused and dominated by a rotten jerk. However, Julianne Jigour seems to be showing us that this submission is not entirely his fault and doing. The mother character is every bit as domineering and every bit as dangerous. The protagonist is finally stepping up and looking out for herself and we hope that she will find a new path going forward. Tight story, very well written.

Ha ha. Word play galore. Very fun and well written.

I think that many of us who write have a feeling like it is some kind of magic that makes it happen, that we don't control it, IT controls us. If I stop drinking/eating/smoking, etc. I will not be able to write anymore. It's terrifying. Kyle Thomas brings us the story and gets to the ending without resolve. Will Chris write again? Will he drink? Will he simply walk away from it all? Will the sun actually come up tomorrow? Writer questions. Thanks for the nightmares, Kyle!

Perfect story for the forward address technique. This is poetic and brimming with metaphor and image and deep meaning and significance. The characters are very true to form and the dialogue, while sometimes confusing, is legitimate. This would be an interesting challenge for the actors and a fascinating short piece for an audience. Nicely done!

Romeo does a very nice job of showing us one couple navigating the pandemic and the zoom culture. As those of us who survived the first wave and wait nervously for the next, we have all experienced the fears and the challenge of these times. A contemporary love story, well written and captivating. Brava!

I read this just after reading "Muthaland". Hard to imagine this is from the same writer! This is poetic and deep with twists and trials. Black humor and dystopian political events. A hard read and it would be hard to watch. Gandhi deserves more workshops and more productions. Nice- actually not nice.

I felt that I was along on every step of Mina's journey both literal and spiritual. This is a very powerful monologue and uniquely told. The challenges, trials and cultural moments are so well told! I was fascinated with the way she is able to navigate a very old ethnic life with a very modern one. Her desire for fulfillment is strong and the playwright is very skilled at giving and taking away opportunities for a happy ending. Although this would be a terrific part of a Bollywood style evening - even non Indians can enjoy. Brava!

Lucy Wang shows us all a different side of the Amy Tan world. I can't imagine my mother doing those things, but I can empathize that it must have been weird and worrisome. A tight, raw monologue for a tough actress.

Well written slice of life. I really liked the characters and the dialogue was spot on. The story line ran true to form and the dramatic moment worked very well. This would be interesting to watch and the actresses would have some nice juicy roles to bite into. Brava!