Recommended by Jeffrey James Keyes

The Peculiar Puppets of Philip Platt" is a heartwarming gem. In this strong work, Kneiss masterfully balances humor and complicated grief. His use of puppets brings Philip's inner turmoil to life in a way that is both delightful and deeply moving. This is a powerful play for many of us maneuvering through complicated grief at the moment. My hat is off to this gifted writer.

Kaminski has masterfully crafted a fun and engaging two hander aching to be preformed. I love the western world he’s created here. The plot is engaging and shatters expectations. I’d love to see this one up on its feet. Well done.

I was fortunate enough not only to attend a reading of this exceptional new play but also to experience the fabulous production at Azuka Theatre. 'An Army of Lovers' is a poignant, forward-thinking piece that captivated me with its depth, evocative themes, and compelling narrative. Thomas' dialogue is masterfully crafted, weaving a powerful storytelling tapestry. Over the past year, I've become an ardent admirer of his work, and I sincerely hope this play receives the recognition and appreciation it deserves from audiences far and wide. Bravo, Eric, on this excellent achievement! Congratulations!

I loved “The Penance” so much, it grabbed my attention immediately. Who doesn’t love a true confessional play? I gasped at the masterful surprise turn Kaminski’s play took at the end, and can’t wait to read (and see) more of this fine dramatists work. Well done!

I love plays where I truly feel like I’m the fly on the wall of an intimate moment. Kershaw captures a private moment and unveils a moment that many a casual relationship eventually leads to. I appreciate the way he tells this story and would love to see it up on its feet.

Love this play, it’s smart, sharp, and evocative of so many timely truths in not just the theatre but everywhere. Powerful work, well done.

I caught this play at The Flea and was so impressed with Valles writing and overall storytelling. While there were moments of celebration and fun I was so moved by some of the darker undertones. The play has stayed with me and I know it will continue to haunt me for a long time. I commend you for writing into this space and creating such a fantastic play.

Gatton’s But Soft really tugged at my heartstrings and took me back. I love the dialogue and way he captures the subtle and tender feeling of youngsters preparing for their school audition with a hint of romantic undertones permeating throughout. This isn’t a play within a play, it’s a play before a play. Wonderful work.

There is something inherently satisfying about reading this monologue, which is rich with relatable lines like "you know what I haven't had in a long time? A Big Mac. How delicious." The delicious plot thickens as D reveals the details of their long, long day. I thoroughly enjoyed this monologue, and it would be so fun to see an actor sink their teeth into this piece. It made me want to gorge myself on fast food dim sum and go for a drive. Thank you for this, Scott. Well done.

I love Steven G. Martin's attention to what's said as well as the space between. I immediately understood the importance of this moment and this time these two have shared together. This is a play that would be a gift for two actors to work on together and capture the intricate nuances of each moment. Martin's dialogue, at surface is subtle and collegial but what lies underneath the surface of this strong work is rich and masterful. Excellent work.