BEST OF WEEK #1. Four of the shows that play in tonight's "Best of Week" performance were selected by our panel from the previous week's shows; the fifth was chosen by audience vote. Shows are listed in performance order.

The Brojan War, a new musical, by Bromer. High on Mount Brolympus, the Brolympian gods do what they do everyday--compete to see who is the most swole. Encountering a tie, they insert themselves into the affairs of men, inspiring the Spurtans to defend their heteronormative, exclusively male license to earthly nobility against the Brojans. What will the sages call this manly battle of men? The Brojan War.

Never Clip Your Toenails While Under the Influence of Drugs, by Sandy Maranto. Playwright and author Sandy Maranto steps from behind the computer and onto the stage as she shares the poignant, yet also humorous, story of her road to and through her breast cancer diagnosis.

Action Bike:Prequel, by Eva Suter, directed by Noah Martin (ScriptWorks Commission). Pedal fast as you can, you can't outbike your fate.

Thank you . . . , by Allison Orr Block, Amy McAndrew, Cindy Vining, and Griffin Gardner. Women "of a certain age" pay tribute to the ones who have rocked their worlds.

The Knuckleball Now, by Mike D'Alonzo, Lee Eddy, Craig Kotfas, and Ace Manning. Fast-paced, improvisation using TKN's peak n' pop method of performance.

BEST OF WEEK #2. Four of the shows that play in tonight's "Best of Week" performance were selected by our panel from the previous week's shows; the fifth was chosen by audience vote.

Anak, by Pelita Dasalla. Matilde, a single Filipino mother, struggles to find connection with her Americanized daughter, Katelyn. As their cultures collide, a friend of Matilde’s from the Philippines named Tita Rose comes to visit and reveals several revelations about Matilde’s life that her daughter does not know. It is a heartfelt story about a mother’s way of showing love the only way she knows how and a daughter who yearns for a relationship with her mother who does not show affection.

Nope. No. Uh uh., by Pamela Paek. When the universe encourages you to own your truth and who you are, you abide, and people say: Nope, don’t do that. No, do it like this. Uh uh. Well . . . some things need to be heard, seen, and spoken.

Darling Is The Night, by Jack Darling (ScriptWorks Commission). A one-person autobiographical magic and storytelling piece written and performed by Jack Darling. This performance is an excerpt from a full-length piece in development. Produced by Christine Darling.

Soldier of the Cross, by Sally Seitz. If you are livin' for the Lord, won't you give a dollar? A one woman show conceived and created by Sally Seitz and Eliza Renner.

Texas Gothic, by Janet Maykus and Tom Booker. Ma and Pa Gothic have lived deep in the heart of Texas all of their lives. They have seen a thing or two, learned a thing or two, and they would be pleased as punch to tell you a thing or two! Join the Gothics as they present Texas Gothic, a stoically hilarious show where the Gothics share their views on politics, gender equality, what makes a good neighbor, and how thy keep their romance alive.

BEST OF WEEK #3. Four of the shows that play in tonight's "Best of Week" performance were selected by our panel from the previous week's shows; the fifth was chosen by audience vote.

Cowgirl Church,created by The Heartland Theatre Collective. Cowgirl Church is a pseudo-religious ceremony that uses rituals and audience interaction to celebrate women in Texas, from our friends and family to influential historical figures. The creative team includes Marian Kansas (Director), Nicole Oglesby (Writer/Performer), and Katy Matz (Performer), Franny Harold (Performer), and Alani Chock (Performer).

Roommates, by Marianne Serene. Two politically polar opposite roommates seek the assistance of a new voice-controlled virtual assistant to ensure the neutrality of their new roommate. Will they be able to all get along?

Hobo Camp, by Kyle John Schmidt (ScriptWorks Commission). When a hobo camp appears in her neighbor’s yard, Bonnie gets suspicious. A whimsical new play from the seven-time Best-of-Fest-winning team of director Elizabeth C. Lay and writer Kyle John Schmidt.

The Closet Scenes from Fumbling for the Knob, by James Dean Jay Byrd. A staged reading of two scripted chapters from the recently completed memoir Fumbling for the Knob, which looks at the author’s closeted upbringing in a Fundamentalist Christian household and his finding his way through depression to his unique place in the world as a queer artist. Performed by Jay Byrd and Kelli Bland.

Jomo & The Possum Posse Present: Leave This Blank. We'll Fill It In Later, by Jes Clifford, Jomo Edwards, Chris Steakhouse and Brian Wolfe. The band brings its unique brand of comedy and music to the small stage. Well . . . to a different kind of small stage.

BEST OF WEEK #4. Four of the shows that play in tonight's "Best of Week" performance were selected by our panel from the previous week's shows; the fifth was chosen by audience vote.

The Original Coven, by Jennine “DOC” Krueger, Tova Charles, Amber Wilson. Three black women come together to discuss issues in society ranging from love to mental health to police brutality. This is told through the lens of witches and magic. By evoking the true power of Black Girl Magic, they explore the dark and light parts of the same spirit that connects black women.

Did You Find What You Were Looking For?, by Tom Booker. Tom Booker has been working in theater for over thirty years; he has the paltry bank account and retirement fund to prove it! Six months ago, in order to make a little extra cash, interact with people during the day, and stop wasting so much time reading self-help books, Tom became a cashier at Home Depot. During that time he has learned a lot about life, people, and himself. Join Tom Booker while he tells of his hilarious adventures while "Living The Orange Life," where he has become a part-time handyman, part-time therapist, part-time philosopher, and full-time guy just trying to get by!

Will and Bill, by Jeremy Sweetlamb and Mike D'Alonzo. Will and Bill is inspired by the so-called Austin Bomber that gripped the city briefly in 2017. It represents the first long form(ish) collaboration of Austin artists and longtime chuckleheads Mike D’Alonzo and Jeremy Sweetlamb. Perhaps more known for their improvisational exploits as parts of The Knuckleball Now, Available Cupholders, or numerous other comedy projects over the past twenty-plus years, Mike and Jeremy have previously written together in shorter bursts of lesser importance.

Please Stay, by Gloria C. Adams, Max Perry, and Teresa Johnson. Please Stay. Normal culture dictates that even on your worst day, when your brain has fallen out and you’re at the end of your hope, when someone asks, “How are you?” you must say, “Fine.” But through honesty, authenticity, and connection, three poets survive themselves by talking it out—if you can say it, you can survive it. We’re glad you’re here; Please Stay. Content Warning: this show discusses experiences of self-harm, suicidal ideation, and the struggle for survival. Directed by Gloria C. Adams, produced by Teresa Johnson.

You’re Invited to Tuscan’s 4th Birthday Party!, written and performed by Lee Eddy

Hooray! Our sweet Tuscan turns 4 and we want to celebrate with you! There will be a bounce house, petting zoo, and pony rides, so get ready for some fun! And come hungry! We’ll have all of Tuscan’s favorite foods on hand! (And a margarita machine and tapas for parents only! LOL! ;))

No presents, please! Your presence is present enough!

We look forward to celebrating with you! Hooray for Tuscan!

Sincerely,

Tabitha, Rick, Tuscan, and Ryder