Monday, April 27
The Surest Poison
by Kristin Idaszak
It’s the era of Prohibition, and Alexander Gettler, a chemist whose research helped create the field of forensic toxicology, must try to catch a murderer and convince the federal government to stop poisoning alcohol. Inspired by the real-life work of Gettler and journalist Lois Long.
Monday, May 4
Death Benefits
by Hannah Benitez
A woman participates in a reality TV show in order to save her dying husband, but he has plans of his own. An exploration of intimacy, connection, and how pop culture seduces and divides us.
Monday, May 11
Drawing Fire
by John W. Lowell
An artist’s political cartoon ignites a firestorm that threatens to destroy his colleagues, his family, and himself.
Monday, May 18
Charlottesville
by Catherine Bush
When Civil War reenactor Curtis Jenkins is accused of being racist, he begins a fantastical journey through American race relations.
As the Charlottesville Unite the Right rally explodes into violence, Curtis must confront the truth about his family legacy and his own beliefs.
Monday, May 25
Household Spirits
by Mia McCullough
A newly blended family spends a holiday in their fancy but haunted home, along with a life-sized rag doll which acts as both a keeper and revealer of family secrets. A dark comedy about mental illness, alcoholism, and household spirits.
Monday, June 1
Snow Leopard
by Anne Adams
When Angel returns home at the height of her success, she discovers her lifelong friend Ray fighting for survival. But the balance of power shifts when Angel needs a favor, compelling both women to re-examine their choices and their lives.
Monday, June 8
Teach
by Donna Hoke
Ten years ago, Ken and Chris were teacher and student. Now, they are principal and teacher, and a conflict with a student forces Chris to confront both past and present. A fascinating exploration of gender, power, and perception.
Monday, June 15
The Mar Vista
by Yehuda Hyman
His mother's death propels Yehuda on a journey to explore her romantic past. As he uncovers the secrets and lies of her loves and losses, his perceptions of her collide with who she really was.
Monday, June 22
The Prey
by Gina Montet
A tale of beauty, love, and murder in the heart of the Everglades. Set in 1912 and inspired by actual events, the play is a chilling interpretation of one of Florida’s most notorious killings.
