Abby Burgess

A Michigan native, Abby has been active in theater for over 15 years. Her work as an actor and as a playwright has been seen across the Mitten State and more. A lover of weird and wonderful theatre, her work often examines the human condition through the lens of horror-comedy.

A Michigan native, Abby has been active in theater for over 15 years. Her work as an actor and as a playwright has been seen across the Mitten State and more. A lover of weird and wonderful theatre, her work often examines the human condition through the lens of horror-comedy.

Scripts

The Changeling (Not that one. No, not the other one either)

by Abby Burgess

5
Cast Size
4
Genre
comedy,
dark comedy,
horror,
science fiction

Winner of the 2024 Grand Rapids Civic Theatre Ten For All 10-minute Play Festival, "The Changeling" examines female friendships, identity and the monstrous world of Sunday brunch.

Winner of the 2024 Grand Rapids Civic Theatre Ten For All 10-minute Play Festival, "The Changeling" examines female friendships, identity and the monstrous world of Sunday brunch.

Geraldine For Prom Queen

by Abby Burgess

4
Cast Size
3—5
Genre
dark comedy,
horror

It’s prom night and Geraldine is dead set on winning Prom Queen, no matter what she loses in the process.

It’s prom night and Geraldine is dead set on winning Prom Queen, no matter what she loses in the process.

Lam

by Abby Burgess

2
Cast Size
7—13
Genre
dark comedy,
horror,
mystery/thriller,
science fiction

-Draft updated 12/28/25
Following the “Great Collapse of ‘42,” Denton County has relied on the guidance of “The Council.” As residents ring in the 60’s, a singer, a stranger and a lamb make their way across a retro-rodeo wasteland in search of justice, companionship and the truth behind “The Council’s” rules. Underscored with an eclectic Country-Western sound, “Lam” explores what exactly it is you’re supposed to...

-Draft updated 12/28/25
Following the “Great Collapse of ‘42,” Denton County has relied on the guidance of “The Council.” As residents ring in the 60’s, a singer, a stranger and a lamb make their way across a retro-rodeo wasteland in search of justice, companionship and the truth behind “The Council’s” rules. Underscored with an eclectic Country-Western sound, “Lam” explores what exactly it is you’re supposed to do when you turn 26.

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Playing Possum

by Abby Burgess

4
Cast Size
3
Genre
comedy,
dark comedy

On a night drive, Gwen learns the importance of standing up for herself with the help of Phil, a possum she recently ran over.

On a night drive, Gwen learns the importance of standing up for herself with the help of Phil, a possum she recently ran over.

Conundrums Consolidated

by Abby Burgess

4
Cast Size
3
Genre
dark comedy,
mystery/thriller,
parody/spoof,
science fiction

Tina’s dead and business for “Conundrums Consolidated” is at an all time low. But don’t worry, Bev has a rowboat, a retainer case and a plan to put these mystery-solvers back on track.

Tina’s dead and business for “Conundrums Consolidated” is at an all time low. But don’t worry, Bev has a rowboat, a retainer case and a plan to put these mystery-solvers back on track.