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Claudia Haas

Recommended by Claudia Haas

  • What I Saw on Christmas Eve: A Monologue by Cole Hunter Dzubak
    19 Sep. 2023
    “ The spirit of Christmas lives in this poignant and heartfelt monologue. And while it is a Christmas story, it’s also a reminder of the “good” which is something we need all year. Surprising and specific, Cole Hunter Dzubak has fashioned a story for the ages. ”
  • The Sunset Train - 10 Minute Play by Ryan Kaminski
    27 Aug. 2023
    “ An original, wild west tale, easily produced and easily understood in today’s norms. Original and nuanced with a duet of characters that will speak to us today. Life and death and a sunset. ”
  • Below Zero by Anna Watts
    25 Aug. 2023
    “ As someone who has spent half her life in NYC and the second half in Minnesota, Below Zero spoke to me on so many levels. Watts explores a friendship? A kinship? through the lens of a beautiful and deadly winter. There’s an early mystery, an adventure, some hard truths, oh - and dogs, too. The dialogue is irresistible as are the characters. It’s a wonderfully theatrical and compelling take on a female-buddy story. Bring on the dog sled - it’s a fun, heart-stopping ride. Amazing opportunities for designers. Produce it. I’ll buy the 1st ticket. ”
  • The Disappearance of Greta by Christopher Plumridge
    22 Aug. 2023
    “ I was drawn into the intrigue right from page 1 - reading furiously wanting to learn more. Plumridge has given us a nuanced play filled with chills and unexpected (but welcome) humor. Intricate and original, the play gives us a fresh outlook on a catastrophic time. ”
  • No More Flowers by Dana Hall
    14 Aug. 2023
    “ A winning combination of art, analysis and what is in the eye of the beholder. Hall combines all and let’s us see that what we actually see is the artist’s intent and no more. But -Maybe art is different from all eyes and just maybe that is fine. A lovely commentary on how art reaches us - individually. ”
  • When the Chaos Started by Lee R. Lawing
    14 Aug. 2023
    “ Lawing always makes me feel and think. He shows us loss, love, and grief in a scant ten minutes. In the background, I hear “when will they ever learn?” from “Where Have all the Flowers Gone” and think - when will we ever learn. Evocative, beautiful writing. ”
  • Joy Ride by Christine Foster
    14 Aug. 2023
    “ That ending will stay with me forever. As will the joy ride that Foster takes us on. Sweet and salty and with a pinch of bittersweet. Two stellar roles for women! ”
  • On the Farce Day of Christmas by Ken Levine
    12 Aug. 2023
    “ Christmas in August? Why not? It was a great pleasure to chill with Levine’s play. He has a way of finding laughter without sacrificing character - actually deepening the character - on every page. There were holiday surprises galore. Treat yourself to an early present. You’ll be craving gingerbread men (or latkes) by the end of the play. ”
  • The German Play by Ken Levine
    11 Aug. 2023
    “ Years ago, I used google-translate for a scene. This play is a cautionary tale about why you should never do that. While Levine’s play is an absolute comedic gem on the page, the dynamics and physical possibilities onstage make me wish it was coming soon to a theatre near me. Need a pick-me-up? Pick this up and read it/produce it. ”
  • The Devil and the DMV by Nora Louise Syran
    11 Aug. 2023
    “ Syran has confirmed my fear that if I am sent to Hell, I will spend eternity at the DMV trying to prove I once existed. The play is chock full of clever tidbits but that ending - oh the ending. Proof positive the DMV exists in a circle of Hell. ”

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