Recommended by TJ Young

I have had the pleasure of seeing the script evolve. Rossi takes on one of the most notable times in history and gives us a script that is full of heart, creativity, and music. There is joy mixed in with the pain, and it results in a heartwrenching climax. The fight for freedom is in the hearts and hands of the youth. Tyler creates characters that embody that idea, along with the idea of survival, while still helping them find way to let the rebellion continue when they feel the fight has been lost.

In a world full of conventional love stories, SEEING EYE stands out. Not only for the concept but for its strong sense of character. The relationships are fully realized and the interactions are engaging. From the first conversation between Robbie and Jason, I was hooked. I'm convinced you will be too. Don't overlook this script when looking. This is a loving look at relationships and the creation of new ones. Give it a go. Very strong piece.

From the jump, there is this exploration of black bodies in academic spaces. An adaptation for the contemporary audiences and actors, this piece moves along with heart and an exploration of the parts of academia that often go unnoticed or spoken about. Oh, and it's funny! That is always a plus. Great work, give it a read!

Ador'd Once, Too is one of those scripts that gives an opportunity for a lot of actors to shine. It is rich with references that lovers of Twelth Night will appreciate while forging its own path. The little threads that might have been one line in Shakespeare's script have been pulled into fully fleshed characters and plots here. The life of Sir Andrew becomes more fleshed out and rounded with this addition and his budding love is a joy to watch. Sir Toby is especially fun here. This is a great world-expanding extension to a classic and loved story.

There is always a tricky task in pointing out problematic aspects of pop culture without sounding didactic. This piece accomplishes that task by doing what every great script does - leans on fantastic characters. I laughed out loud at Sam's spiral into the very thing he seems to rally against initially. It's poignant in that way. The characters are flawed, like us, and live in their contradictions in a way that makes us think while chuckling. This play is filled with energy, fantastic monologues, and a truth about one of our favorite songs that we have glossed over. Read it!

Malone proves himself to not only be adept at adaptation but demonstrates his ability to capture a variety of character voices while juggling a large cast. By taking on this giant of a play, Toby manages to make it accessible. Set in current Covid times, this play is filled with characters whos intersectionality provides commentary on the inequity and power struggle within diverse groups of people. Their identity does not take away from their wants or needs, and the relationships are made deeper by Malone allowing them to live in their biases, beautiful and ugly, all while attempting to thrive...

This play is an intense mediation on life. Through the memories of Alby and the two individuals closest to him in his adult life, Malone grants us a view into the heart of a troubled and often disconnected man. Both Natalie and Seth circle Alby, trying to understand this maelstrom of a man they love, hoping to reach him. Much like the characters, we can see the pain coming but are powerless to stop it. So, instead, we search for meaning in that pain, finding the depth of love Alby himself struggles to articulate. Incredible work.

This is a stunning piece of writing. The true nature of the piece lies in the complexity Neil packs into the little moments of the work. It moves at a pace that makes the moments he sneaks in there hit harder. And boy, do they hit. The exploration of love, friendship, and what it means to really be there for someone makes this a play that everyone should read, see, produce, or be a part of in some way. Astounding work.