An Evening of New Works

An Evening of New Works
4/16/2025 - 7:30p 

No Ham, No Fowl
By Mark Saunders

Synopsis: NO HAM, NO FOWL is a ten-minute play from a holiday-themed series exploring love and identity. Set during Thanksgiving, it offers a light-hearted, romantic twist on the coming-out story. The play is flexible, designed to be performed by any gender mix of couple—man-woman, man-man, or woman-woman—allowing directors to tailor the cast as they see fit. With humor and heart, it brings a fresh perspective to a universal moment of revelation and acceptance.

Life Agent
By Linda Maxon

Synopsis: A life insurance agent's visit to a terminally ill client in a high-crime neighborhood unravels into a gripping exploration of survival, morality, and unexpected connections. As the client prepares for her young son's uncertain future, the agent faces a moral dilemma after hearing intimate, potentially criminal confessions. Amid the tension, moments of humanity shine through, culminating in a poignant farewell that lingers long after the door closes. This powerful play delves into themes of love, loss, and ethical complexities, offering audiences an emotionally charged story that will spark conversations long after the final curtain call.

The Spumoni Skit
By Sally Stember

Synopsis: The Spumoni Skit is a sharp, hilarious take on post-divorce dating, pandemic-era romance, and the tragic reality of losing out to ice cream. With wit and self-deprecating charm, Sally navigates texting mishaps, aging, and a suitor who prefers Tillamook Caramel Cold Brew over meeting in person. Packed with pop culture nods and risqué fun, this monologue is for anyone who's ever questioned their love life—or their choice of dessert.

 The Warming Hut
By Sally Stember

Synopsis: The Warming Hut is a haunting drama set in a remote, snow-covered shelter where stranded strangers confront hidden regrets and unspoken truths. As tension rises, the hut becomes more than a refuge—it’s a confessional, a battleground, and a place where fate intervenes. With lyrical dialogue and deep emotional stakes, this atmospheric play explores survival, redemption, and the ghosts that linger. The Warming Hut will leave audiences spellbound long after the final moment.