Most Recent Plays
(For TYA and Adults)
Vincent Van Gogh and Me
Developed by Omaha Theater Company (The Rose)
Toward the end of his life, Vincent Van Gogh stayed at the Auberge Ravoux in Auvers-sur-Oise, where he painted some of his most noted works. One such painting was of the inn keeper's daughter. She would go on to write an account of Vincent's personality that would challenge common understanding of this complex figure. This TYA play follows the trajectory of how such a radical act of compassion came to be. Read an excerpt of the play here.
Developed by Omaha Theater Company (The Rose)
Toward the end of his life, Vincent Van Gogh stayed at the Auberge Ravoux in Auvers-sur-Oise, where he painted some of his most noted works. One such painting was of the inn keeper's daughter. She would go on to write an account of Vincent's personality that would challenge common understanding of this complex figure. This TYA play follows the trajectory of how such a radical act of compassion came to be. Read an excerpt of the play here.
One Stop
Produced by Horse Trade Theatre Group (NYC)
One Stop follows Annie through a normal day with normal subway rides, until a familiar ghost reveals the truth about events from her past that had kept Annie from leading a full life. Read the play here.
Produced by Horse Trade Theatre Group (NYC)
One Stop follows Annie through a normal day with normal subway rides, until a familiar ghost reveals the truth about events from her past that had kept Annie from leading a full life. Read the play here.
The Incredible Flying Machine
Developed by Horse Trade Theatre Group (NYC), Reverie Productions (NYC), Wordsmyth Theatre Company (Houston, TX), The Actors' Gym (Houston, TX), Hangar Theatre Lab Company Finalist
When Sai invents a flying machine made completely of found objects, she dreams of escaping her own walled-in world and seeks out a partner capable of bringing her creation to those in need all around the world. Judy, an American housewife, meets Sai on the internet, wanting an escape from a monotonous marriage and in dire need of friendship. When Judy agrees to help this Middle Eastern dreamer, her choice which leaves both of their worlds upended and need to be rebuilt. Sai’s mother, Udia, is a stroke survivor who, upon Judy’s arrival, begins to have reveries to the moments leading up to this endless war. The power of these memories eventually sets the three women on a journey that will change their lives forever. Read an excerpt here. Read the full text here.
Developed by Horse Trade Theatre Group (NYC), Reverie Productions (NYC), Wordsmyth Theatre Company (Houston, TX), The Actors' Gym (Houston, TX), Hangar Theatre Lab Company Finalist
When Sai invents a flying machine made completely of found objects, she dreams of escaping her own walled-in world and seeks out a partner capable of bringing her creation to those in need all around the world. Judy, an American housewife, meets Sai on the internet, wanting an escape from a monotonous marriage and in dire need of friendship. When Judy agrees to help this Middle Eastern dreamer, her choice which leaves both of their worlds upended and need to be rebuilt. Sai’s mother, Udia, is a stroke survivor who, upon Judy’s arrival, begins to have reveries to the moments leading up to this endless war. The power of these memories eventually sets the three women on a journey that will change their lives forever. Read an excerpt here. Read the full text here.
Radio Eli
Developed by Dixon Place (NYC)
When a whistleblower at a major agricultural firm warns of an ecological meltdown, he is sent packing. Years later, in a ruined world, he searches for his missing daughter while fighting for his life against the powerful leaders of the company he once loved. All the while, today's hits and yesterday's favorites keep playing on the ubiquitous radio in this adaptation of the Elijah legend.
Read an excerpt here. Read the full text here.
Developed by Dixon Place (NYC)
When a whistleblower at a major agricultural firm warns of an ecological meltdown, he is sent packing. Years later, in a ruined world, he searches for his missing daughter while fighting for his life against the powerful leaders of the company he once loved. All the while, today's hits and yesterday's favorites keep playing on the ubiquitous radio in this adaptation of the Elijah legend.
Read an excerpt here. Read the full text here.
The Red Balloon
Tri-State Actors Theatre (NJ)
Mara suffers from memory loss. She knows her daughter Lilly is close to putting Mara in an assisted care facility, one with terrifying applesauce. When Mara’s dead husband Sid pays a visit, she sets out on the journey of a lifetime to find him. Along the way, she encounters a homeless prophet, a loving old man, and one of her husband’s many jealous admirers. As Lilly searches for her mother with the aid of her hapless husband, both women discover the questions love asks:
Is it possible to forget a person entirely, or was the indelible imprint of shared experiences truly eternal? Can love survive the bonds of this world, bonds intrinsically tied to the degradation of our bodies? Is a memory ever dead?
Read an excerpt here. Read the full text here.
Tri-State Actors Theatre (NJ)
Mara suffers from memory loss. She knows her daughter Lilly is close to putting Mara in an assisted care facility, one with terrifying applesauce. When Mara’s dead husband Sid pays a visit, she sets out on the journey of a lifetime to find him. Along the way, she encounters a homeless prophet, a loving old man, and one of her husband’s many jealous admirers. As Lilly searches for her mother with the aid of her hapless husband, both women discover the questions love asks:
Is it possible to forget a person entirely, or was the indelible imprint of shared experiences truly eternal? Can love survive the bonds of this world, bonds intrinsically tied to the degradation of our bodies? Is a memory ever dead?
Read an excerpt here. Read the full text here.
Plays for Young Performers
Twelfth Night
Interlochen Center for the Arts
An adaptation of Shakespeare's classic tale, used in the Interlochen Center for the Arts production. Read the full text here.
Interlochen Center for the Arts
An adaptation of Shakespeare's classic tale, used in the Interlochen Center for the Arts production. Read the full text here.
Whacked Fairytales
Twin City Stage/ Children's Theatre of Winston-Salem
A wild send-up of fairytales from around the world. Conceived as a unified production for an entire education department/school. Read the full text here.
Twin City Stage/ Children's Theatre of Winston-Salem
A wild send-up of fairytales from around the world. Conceived as a unified production for an entire education department/school. Read the full text here.
Enchanted Lands
Twin City Stage/ Children's Theatre of Winston-Salem, Forsyth Academy, Theatre Tryin
A play in several scenes based on tales from around the globe. Conceived as a unified production for an entire education department/school. Read the full text here.
Twin City Stage/ Children's Theatre of Winston-Salem, Forsyth Academy, Theatre Tryin
A play in several scenes based on tales from around the globe. Conceived as a unified production for an entire education department/school. Read the full text here.