Name: Bewitching Short Plays Festival
Start: 2025-10-18T14:00:00-04:00
Location: Soref Hall

🎭👻 Something Wicked This Way Comes! 👻🎭
Get ready for a night of chills, thrills, and laughs at our Halloween-Themed Short Play Festival! Local playwrights bring you a spellbinding collection of spooky, funny, and delightfully haunting tales—all performed in one unforgettable evening.
This Halloween, immerse yourself in the vibrant world of theater as South Florida's talented playwrights showcase their remarkable works at the Not Your Average Theater Group's (NYATG) Bewitching Short Plays Festival. This exciting event, directed by the esteemed Michael Vadnal, is set to unfold on Saturday, October 18th, promising an anfternoon or evening filled with captivating stories, intriguing characters, and a touch of Halloween magic. Attendees will have the unique opportunity to experience a diverse array of short plays, each bringing its own flavor of creativity and theatricality to the stage.
The festival features an impressive lineup of original works from some of the region's most innovative playwrights, each selected for their ability to engage and entertain. Gregory Cholmondeley's play "Home Possession" explores the haunting themes of legacy and the emotional weight of one's home, blending elements of suspense and drama to keep the audience on the edge of their seats.
Brian Dever presents "The Cabin," a gripping narrative that delves into the complexities of human relationships set against the backdrop of a secluded retreat. This play promises to evoke both tension and introspection, as characters confront their pasts in a space that feels both intimate and isolating.
Barbara Fox's "A Party To Die For" injects a dose of silly humor into the festival. With sharp wit and clever dialogue, Fox crafts a tale that examines the absurdities of social interactions and the lengths to which people will go to maintain appearances.
Judy Marilyn Goldstein's "Now That's Scary!" offers a playful yet thought-provoking take on fear and the unknown. This piece challenges the audience to confront their own fears while providing a theatrical experience that is both entertaining and enlightening.
Steve Goodman contributes not one, but two works to the festival: "Always Open" and "Tonight's Special Guest." Each play showcases Goodman's knack for storytelling, with "Always Open" exploring themes of hospitality, human connection, and the unknown while "Tonight's Special Guest" promises unexpected twists and engaging dialogue that will leave audiences guessing until the very end.
M.J. Putnik also brings forth two compelling pieces, "Pins and Needles" and "Turn The Page." "Pins and Needles" delves into the intricacies of vulnerability and the human condition, while "Turn The Page" invites audiences to reflect on the passage of time and the choices that shape our lives.
Join us for an unforgettable evening of theatrical exploration this Halloween. The Bewitching Short Plays Festival is not just a showcase of talent; it is a celebration of storytelling, creativity, and the enduring power of the performing arts. Whether you're a theater enthusiast or simply looking for a unique way to celebrate the season, this festival promises to deliver a night of entertainment that you won't want to miss.