Recommended by Ian Donley

Stephanie Alison Walker's HOMER is a chilling example of how humans will go against morality to survive in a world where good karma isn't always guaranteed.

The beauty of this play is that it is informative and powerful. It allows for those watching to reflect on their past actions and come to terms with how they, as grown adults, can foster a safer environment for the next generation in a straightforward way.

Despite the monologue being open-ended, it's that component alone which makes it intrigued from an actor's and audience member's perspective!

Jonny Bolduc's THE WITCH is equally as scary as it is cathartic. This play tackles trauma with a mix of old school Gothic flair and modernized classic horror tropes. The balance keeps the audience intrigued to see how the story ends, and the payoff is worth it!

Cole Hunter Dzubak is able to take a physical trait that many people don't pay deep attention to and make the audience wonder how we, individually, take note of how we change as people and, more importantly, how often it goes unnoticed.

Mike Byham's NOT THAT ED sets up a casual rom com scenario of a one-night stand going wrong once the euphoria wears off. By the end of the play, the audience is left not being able to help but laugh at how we are capable of letting our own ambitions cloud our judgment.

Robert J. LeBlanc's THE BLOWOUT is a Neil Simon inspired depiction of a couple recovering from infidelity that organically leaves the audience to think on what a committed relationship should look like.

Brent Alles' LAST KID IN THE UNIVERSE is a joyful adventure that highlights what it means to take chances in life, even in the most difficult of circumstances. This play is filled with many space tropes that come together to bring a youthful and original piece that is everyone can enjoy!

In this quick-paced horror comedy, Alles gives the audience a deconstructed portrayal of the beloved "final girl" who takes power into her own hands, resulting in her becoming a modern-day Jennifer Hills in "I Spit On Your Grave" in this well-balanced meta-narrative!

Simply glorious! The mix of direct storytelling and dialogue makes the plot worth investing in. This play has many layers to unpack from racism, internalized (and outward) homophobia, and grief while incorporating throwback cinema. I would absolutely love to see this live.