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VIRTUAL REALITY BY ALAN ARKIN
comedy · the extra mile workshop · Ages 13+ · United States of America
Whose reality is it, anyway? In the tug of war between who is right and who is left, there can only be two winners. Or two losers.
With Jeff Elam and Matt Tramel, Directed by Glenn Morshower.
Produced by special arrangement with Samuel French, Inc.
Whose reality is it, anyway? In the tug of war between who is right and who is left, there can only be two winners. Or two losers.
With Jeff Elam and Matt Tramel, Directed by Glenn Morshower.
Produced by special arrangement with Samuel French, Inc.
TELL ME ABOUT YOUR DADDY
solo performance · rainbow puppy productions · Ages 16+ · United States of America
A modern Freud makes an irreverent analysis of 'The Gay’(deconstructing four archetypes, tribalism, & internalized homophobia) while prescribing the need to label others as a way of self-identity–until his experiment spins wildly out of control! Playful, thought-provoking and unapologetically sassy!
A modern Freud makes an irreverent analysis of 'The Gay’(deconstructing four archetypes, tribalism, & internalized homophobia) while prescribing the need to label others as a way of self-identity–until his experiment spins wildly out of control! Playful, thought-provoking and unapologetically sassy!
MACKERS!
comedy · mark marcus mark productions · Ages 16+ · United States of America
Macbeth but funny!
Macbeth but funny!
MARTY HAS CANCER
comedy · prufrock productions · Ages 17+ · United States of America
Choi and Rhoul haven’t seen Marty in a while. Then, over coffee and a stale muffin, he casually tells them he has cancer. And he wants to move to Hawaii. “Marty has Cancer” is a dark comedy about friendship, coming-of-age (in your 30’s), and the absurdity of “American Idol.”
Choi and Rhoul haven’t seen Marty in a while. Then, over coffee and a stale muffin, he casually tells them he has cancer. And he wants to move to Hawaii. “Marty has Cancer” is a dark comedy about friendship, coming-of-age (in your 30’s), and the absurdity of “American Idol.”
DR. JEKYLL & MR. HYDE
hyde · Ages 10+ · United States of America
Dr. Jekyll develops a serum designed to eradicate evil from the human psyche. However, during this moral investigation, things take a wicked turn! Based on Robert Louis Stevenson's novella, The Strange Case of Dr. Jekyll and Mr. Hyde, this two-person comedy will have you questioning your own sanity!
Dr. Jekyll develops a serum designed to eradicate evil from the human psyche. However, during this moral investigation, things take a wicked turn! Based on Robert Louis Stevenson's novella, The Strange Case of Dr. Jekyll and Mr. Hyde, this two-person comedy will have you questioning your own sanity!
EARWORM
ensemble theatre · impaired vision productions · Ages 16+ · United States of America
Earworm follows a group of people who each have a song stuck in their head that they're dying to get out. It deals with themes of mental health, relationships, and how we perceive the world. This story is tied together with familiar songs that will surely stick with you when the performance is over.
Earworm follows a group of people who each have a song stuck in their head that they're dying to get out. It deals with themes of mental health, relationships, and how we perceive the world. This story is tied together with familiar songs that will surely stick with you when the performance is over.
THE DEAD GUY
comedy · mfa in television, film and theatre, cal state la · Ages 14+ · United States of America
A multimedia satirical comedy about Reality TV where the audience determines the outcome of Eldon, a down-and-out guy offered a million dollars to spend for one week in exchange for a live broadcast of his demise chosen by the online voters: How will he go? Only YOU know....
A multimedia satirical comedy about Reality TV where the audience determines the outcome of Eldon, a down-and-out guy offered a million dollars to spend for one week in exchange for a live broadcast of his demise chosen by the online voters: How will he go? Only YOU know....
A LIFE BEHIND BARS
solo performance · lastage theatre co. · Ages 18+ · United States of America
A hilarious & seedy tour-de-force roller coaster ride of after-hour whiskey shots, horror films and rock & roll. Dan Ruth shares dark comic monologues, interwoven with characters he's encountered while working & drinking in the bars & dives of pre-gentrified NYC with universal results.
A hilarious & seedy tour-de-force roller coaster ride of after-hour whiskey shots, horror films and rock & roll. Dan Ruth shares dark comic monologues, interwoven with characters he's encountered while working & drinking in the bars & dives of pre-gentrified NYC with universal results.
HAPPY HOUR
comedy · happy hour the play · Ages 13+ · United States of America
This one-hour one-act follows a trio of friends ordering drinks and conversing wryly at an LA happy hour. When an older woman appears alone on her birthday, they buy her a drink and once they do, she's theirs.
This one-hour one-act follows a trio of friends ordering drinks and conversing wryly at an LA happy hour. When an older woman appears alone on her birthday, they buy her a drink and once they do, she's theirs.
BEST FRIEND
sullfloat productions · Ages 14+ · United States of America
Following a family tragedy, Ben seeks solace in his childhood friend Andrew and his fiancée Lilly. But with Ben comes emotional baggage, toxic behavior, and a stubborn worldview that tests the couple's patience and threatens their relationship. A play about your unwoke friend.
Following a family tragedy, Ben seeks solace in his childhood friend Andrew and his fiancée Lilly. But with Ben comes emotional baggage, toxic behavior, and a stubborn worldview that tests the couple's patience and threatens their relationship. A play about your unwoke friend.
THE LAST ONE-MAN SHOW (LITERALLY)
solo performance · ape x · Ages 13+ · United States of America
From the writer of award-winning "Letterz 2 2pac" and "Too Many Hitlers", "The Last One-Man Show (LITERALLY)" is the story of an underground comedian (LITERALLY), the lone survivor of WWIII. He still has his dreams, but when you’re the last one left, killing is only suicide. Hilarious!
From the writer of award-winning "Letterz 2 2pac" and "Too Many Hitlers", "The Last One-Man Show (LITERALLY)" is the story of an underground comedian (LITERALLY), the lone survivor of WWIII. He still has his dreams, but when you’re the last one left, killing is only suicide. Hilarious!
NAKEDHEART: REBEL WITH A VOICE
cabaret & variety · nakedheart productions · Ages 14+ · United States of America
With a cast of 8 colorful characters and live music, this passionate journey is about a determined young Jazz Singer, who despite all odds, and an indescribable physical condition, finds the courage and spirit to reveal to the world what he really wants...
With a cast of 8 colorful characters and live music, this passionate journey is about a determined young Jazz Singer, who despite all odds, and an indescribable physical condition, finds the courage and spirit to reveal to the world what he really wants...
FROM TOILET TO TINSELTOWN
maddieness · Ages 18+ · United States of America
Moaning Myrtle, everybody's favorite ghost from the Harry Potter series, is doing her one woman show - a chance for her to finally be seen (figuratively, of course).
Moaning Myrtle, everybody's favorite ghost from the Harry Potter series, is doing her one woman show - a chance for her to finally be seen (figuratively, of course).
THE PEOPLE VS HELL KROSS
musicals and operas · hell kross · Ages 21+ · United States of America
80s British rock band, Hell Kross, stands accused of manslaughter, as their music leaves a wake of death and destruction. This heavy metal musical comedy rock opera extravaganza requires YOU to report for jury duty and decide their fate!
80s British rock band, Hell Kross, stands accused of manslaughter, as their music leaves a wake of death and destruction. This heavy metal musical comedy rock opera extravaganza requires YOU to report for jury duty and decide their fate!
SENTENCES
comedy · rat box · Ages 16+ · United States of America
Three inmates stuck in a singular jail cell swap stories. A dark comedy loosely tied with John Steinbeck's "Of Mice and Men." This ridiculous tale features their struggles with internal doubt and the harsh reality they live in.
Three inmates stuck in a singular jail cell swap stories. A dark comedy loosely tied with John Steinbeck's "Of Mice and Men." This ridiculous tale features their struggles with internal doubt and the harsh reality they live in.