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FOOL IN THE POOL

Musicals & Operas · Pink Palace Productions · Ages 18+ · United States of America
A has-been child star turned karaoke host confronts his troubled past when his former producer threatens to kill their comeback dream.
A has-been child star turned karaoke host confronts his troubled past when his former producer threatens to kill their comeback dream.

CHARMIN THE MUSICAL

Musicals & Operas · Barely Concealed Productions · Ages 10+ · United States of America
During the great toilet paper shortage, a woman sends a man on a quest for Charmin.
During the great toilet paper shortage, a woman sends a man on a quest for Charmin.

THE NINA VARIATIONS

Dramatic Theatre · Catharsis Theatre Collective · Ages 16+ · United States of America
In this funny, fierce, and heartbreaking homage to The Seagull, through forty-three fast-paced, vibrant variations of the famous final scene, Steven Dietz puts Chekhov’s star-crossed lovers in a room and doesn’t let them out.
In this funny, fierce, and heartbreaking homage to The Seagull, through forty-three fast-paced, vibrant variations of the famous final scene, Steven Dietz puts Chekhov’s star-crossed lovers in a room and doesn’t let them out.

MR. BIG (ADAPTED FOR THE STAGE BY BRIAN KNUDSON, BASED ON A STORY BY WOODY ALLEN)

Comedic Theatre · Brian Knudson · Ages 18+ · United States of America
In this clever crime caper, a femme fatale hires a hard-boiled detective to find...God. Mr. Big has now been adapted to the stage, from a short story from Woody's 1971 collection "Getting Even." This film noir-styled parody is one of Woody's early gems...refined, witty and wonderfully absurd!
In this clever crime caper, a femme fatale hires a hard-boiled detective to find...God. Mr. Big has now been adapted to the stage, from a short story from Woody's 1971 collection "Getting Even." This film noir-styled parody is one of Woody's early gems...refined, witty and wonderfully absurd!

MS. EDWARDS

Solo Theatre · Sacred Fools · Ages 15+ · United States of America
Through humor, storytelling, and powerful character work, Sidney brings to life the relentless women whose experiences shaped the fabric of her own identity. ‘Ms. Edwards’ is a personal and dynamic one-woman show about Sidney Edwards and the women that taught her how to love.
Through humor, storytelling, and powerful character work, Sidney brings to life the relentless women whose experiences shaped the fabric of her own identity. ‘Ms. Edwards’ is a personal and dynamic one-woman show about Sidney Edwards and the women that taught her how to love.

EGGS

Comedic Theatre · Eggs Productions · Ages 8+ · United Kingdom of Great Britain and Northern Ireland
Eggs is an affectionate, entertaining, and thoughtful romantic comedy about an Irish-Brit and a Persian-American getting ready to celebrate Nowruz, the Persian New Year. Featuring culture clashes, discussions of everyday racism, witty dialogue, and moments of real tenderness. HFF Scholarship Winner.
Eggs is an affectionate, entertaining, and thoughtful romantic comedy about an Irish-Brit and a Persian-American getting ready to celebrate Nowruz, the Persian New Year. Featuring culture clashes, discussions of everyday racism, witty dialogue, and moments of real tenderness. HFF Scholarship Winner.

DOLORES

Dramatic Theatre · Four Dee's · Ages 18+ · United States of America
Dolores is a darkly funny, emotionally charged one-act about two sisters as bound by blood, trauma, and shared secrets. When Dolores shows up at Sandra's door in crisis, their buried past explodes with the painful realization that they may be repeating the very mistakes they swore to escape.
Dolores is a darkly funny, emotionally charged one-act about two sisters as bound by blood, trauma, and shared secrets. When Dolores shows up at Sandra's door in crisis, their buried past explodes with the painful realization that they may be repeating the very mistakes they swore to escape.

POLITE CONVERSATIONS AND WINE

Dramatic Theatre · Theatre Ghosts · Ages 13+ · United States of America
20th-century Mothers, 21st-century daughters, and Wine ... what could possibly go wrong?
20th-century Mothers, 21st-century daughters, and Wine ... what could possibly go wrong?

THE JEWISH PRIEST, THE GANGSTER, & THE MAGICIAN

Comedic Theatre · Canned Laughter Productions · Ages 12+ · United States of America
A Jewish Priest falls in love with a married woman, but according to his customs he can’t marry a divorcee, only a widow. His gangster friend decides to take matters into his own hands and off the husband, but things get tricky when he turns out to be a Magician, specializing in escaping danger!
A Jewish Priest falls in love with a married woman, but according to his customs he can’t marry a divorcee, only a widow. His gangster friend decides to take matters into his own hands and off the husband, but things get tricky when he turns out to be a Magician, specializing in escaping danger!

THE CHOSEN ONE(S)

Comedic Theatre · Town of Trouble Productions · Ages 15+ · United States of America
A deadly fog envelops the Earth, killing the entire population. It's up to The Chosen One to find a solution & bring the world back from the dead. However, when the Gods accidentally pick Two Chosen Ones, Jack & Arthur must put aside their differences & egos to put a stop to THE DARKNESS.
A deadly fog envelops the Earth, killing the entire population. It's up to The Chosen One to find a solution & bring the world back from the dead. However, when the Gods accidentally pick Two Chosen Ones, Jack & Arthur must put aside their differences & egos to put a stop to THE DARKNESS.

THE TEEN WHISPERER

Dramatic Theatre · N/A · Ages 13+ · United States of America
A surprise outing to a local powwow prompts a reserved teen to reveal to her foster mother why she is in foster care. A story of religious intolerance, connection, and healing. Q&A on June 8th following 2:30 PM show. Produced by Shockfest.
A surprise outing to a local powwow prompts a reserved teen to reveal to her foster mother why she is in foster care. A story of religious intolerance, connection, and healing. Q&A on June 8th following 2:30 PM show. Produced by Shockfest.

THE FIRST TO KNOW

Dramatic Theatre · Jessilou Productions · Ages 14+ · United States of America
When a permanently single woman in her 50’s believes she’s pregnant, she tells the important people in her life: her mother, her best friend, the man she believes is the father of the baby. Their responses shape her course of action and create a vision for her future and, above all, surprise her.
When a permanently single woman in her 50’s believes she’s pregnant, she tells the important people in her life: her mother, her best friend, the man she believes is the father of the baby. Their responses shape her course of action and create a vision for her future and, above all, surprise her.

FACE DIVIDED

Dramatic Theatre · Deborah Baum · Ages 16+ · United States of America
Unflinching in its truth and deeply human, Face Divided exposes the quiet devastation that builds over time—the kind not born from a single moment, but from years of unresolved hurt. Speaking to the burden of the past and the bonds we can’t break. Don't miss this deeply affecting one-act drama!
Unflinching in its truth and deeply human, Face Divided exposes the quiet devastation that builds over time—the kind not born from a single moment, but from years of unresolved hurt. Speaking to the burden of the past and the bonds we can’t break. Don't miss this deeply affecting one-act drama!

CANOE, OF LAND, OF WATER

Dramatic Theatre · O2 · Ages 13+ · United States of America
What would growing up look like if you were a mushroom and you see mom in a tree? A multi-media one act exploring the tension between growth and loss, the ephemeral nature of parent-child relationships, and the ways we anchor ourselves to memory with futile attempts.
What would growing up look like if you were a mushroom and you see mom in a tree? A multi-media one act exploring the tension between growth and loss, the ephemeral nature of parent-child relationships, and the ways we anchor ourselves to memory with futile attempts.

TENNESSEE WILLIAMS' "TALK TO ME LIKE THE RAIN AND LET ME LISTEN"

Dramatic Theatre · Theatre Extempore · Ages 13+ · United States of America
Loneliness howls beneath whispered words and broken dreams in Tennessee Williams' quiet symphony of yearning. Two lost souls cling to the last shreds of themselves — and each other. He is a drunk. She is purposefully wasting away. But between them there is an intimacy of desperation.
Loneliness howls beneath whispered words and broken dreams in Tennessee Williams' quiet symphony of yearning. Two lost souls cling to the last shreds of themselves — and each other. He is a drunk. She is purposefully wasting away. But between them there is an intimacy of desperation.
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