Harold Pinter10 October 1930 - 24 December 2008"When the storm is over and night falls and the moon is out in all its glory and all you're left with is the rhythm of the sea, of the waves, you know what God intended for the human race, you know

Handwritten Theatre Nineteen: "Leo speeds up when he sees a yard sale."

Dec 10th, 2008

Handwritten Theatre returns with, if not a constant flow, at least a spurt of new plays. Sometimes we look for secrets, sometimes the secrets find us. And that can happen anywhere, even in a suburban drive-way.Handwritten Theatre Nineteen: "

The Pause That Refreshes

Dec 10th, 2008

It has been pointed out to me by someone, in tones rich with sarcastic intent, that it's been awhile since the last Handwritten Theatre posting. This is true...not that I needed this guy to rub it in. But plans are underway to return to the s

Ingmar Bergman 1918-2007

Dec 10th, 2008

Tack så mycket.

Handwritten Theatre Twenty: "This is how the story was told to me." (v.3.0)

Dec 10th, 2008

Ah, summer. Travel. Adventure. Romance. Inexplicable narratives from the man in the window seat. Yes, he's back. Enjoy your complimentary cocktail and warm nuts.Handwritten Theatre Twenty: "This is how the story was told to me." (v. 3.0)

Handwritten Theatre Twenty-Two: "Read all instructions first."

Dec 10th, 2008

Arrange all materials within reach. Make yourself comfortable. Begin.Handwritten Theatre Twenty-Two: "Read all instructions first."Performed by Michael RaynerRunning time: 7:05All AudiencesStory Salon invites storytellers around the globe t

Handwritten Theatre Twenty-One: "This was before I knew her."

Dec 10th, 2008

The women you meet in bars always tell the most interesting stories. Sip that third martini and listen to the song of the cocktail sirens.Handwritten Theatre Twenty-One: "This was before I knew her."Performed by Moira Quirk and Marsha Clark

Handwritten Theatre Twenty-Three: "Pick up."

Dec 10th, 2008

The light is flashing on your answering machine. Pick up.Handwritten Theatre Twenty-Three: "Pick up."Performed by Moira QuirkRunning Time: 12:13All Audiences.You've got all of October to celebrate the birthday of Harold PinterOctober 10, 193

A Handwritten Alternative

Dec 10th, 2008

Shortly after the last Handwritten Theatre posting, I went on strike with the Writers Guild of America. Funny how a major labor action can eat up your time. Well, we have a contract now and I hope to put together new additions to the Handwrit

New and Improved

Dec 10th, 2008

Four Women Each With a Drink in Her HandIs now available at Amazon.comas either a CD or as a Digital Download.

Handwritten Theatre: The Book

Dec 10th, 2008

The complete plays of Handwritten Theatre to date (plus two bonus pieces yet to be recorded) are now available in a handy take home container.Yes, Handwritten Theatre is being released in that new delivery system sweeping the globe: The Book.R

Handwritten Theatre Twenty-Four: "It was one of those fully detailed memories."

Oct 4th, 2008

Beware: Memory!Handwritten Theatre Twenty-Four: "It was one of those fully detailed memories."Performed by the authorRunning Time: 7:06All AudiencesIt's October again, time to start your month long celebration ofHarold Pinter's Birthday!Octo

Handwritten Theatre Eighteen: "He changed his mind..."

Feb 1st, 2007

"The very act of storytelling, of arranging memory and invention according to the structure of narrative is, by definition, holy."-James CarrollAmerican RequiemHandwritten Theatre Eighteen: "He changed his mind about what he wanted to read in

Handwritten Theatre Seventeen: "The swimming pool at the Econo-Lodge was empty."

Jan 16th, 2007

Another woman. Another series of cocktails. Another story. Lean close to her and listen.Handwritten Theatre Seventeen: "The swimming pool at the Econo-Lodge was empty."Performed by Moira QuirkRunning Time: 11:54All Audiences (But it is abou

Handwritten Theatre Sixteen: "I think it went well."

Jan 1st, 2007

More communication from the corporate world. Coincidence? You be the judge.Handwritten Theatre Sixteen: "I think it went well."Performed by Tony FigueroaRunning Time: 5:22All Audiences.

Handwritten Theatre Fifteen: "I look to you for advice."

Dec 15th, 2006

Finally, some practical information on how to handle life in corporate America. Feel free to take notes. There will be a test on this material.Handwritten Theatre Fifteen: "I look to you for advice."Performed by David Clennon and Dan FarrenR

Handwritten Theatre Fourteen: "I saw the obituary while I was recycling the newspapers."

Dec 1st, 2006

A cold, rainy, winter night in Los Angeles and a friend comes over late to see you. There's something she needs to talk about. You give her a glass of wine and sit down with her. She talks, you listen.Handwritten Theatre Fourteen: "I saw

Handwritten Theatre Thirteen: "This is how the story was told to me." (v.2.0)

Nov 15th, 2006

Another first for Handwritten Theatre: Our first sequel. Time once again to join that interesting man in the window seat on board a jet-liner bound, non-stop, for...say, is that Rod Serling standing by the cockpit door?Handwritten Theatre Thi

Handwritten Theatre Ten: "I can see you're concerned about torture."

Oct 30th, 2006

Handwritten Theatre reaches the rarefied level of double-digits! Sit still. Be quiet. The restraints are for your protection.Handwritten Theatre Ten: "I can see you're concerned about torture."Performed by Moira QuirkRunning Time: 10:51Expl

Handwritten Theatre Twelve: "Note the relationship between the two seated figures in the booth."

Oct 29th, 2006

Handwritten Theatre returns with a cycle of brand-spanking new plays, fresh from the kitchens of L.A. Podcasters' Studio 101 at The Brewery in Los Angeles.Handwritten Theatre Twelve: "Note the relationship between the two seated figures in the

Handwritten Theatre: Summer Bonus Track #1

Oct 18th, 2006

Just because the actors have all gone to the beach, doesn't mean we're not going to soldier on here at Handwritten Theatre. A presentation from the archives: A scene from a movie I wrote a couple of years back, the remake of a key film from my

Handwritten Theatre: Summer Bonus Track #2

Sep 28th, 2006

Summer simmers on, but we're nice and cool and climate controlled down here in the archives. Let the actors enjoy their vacations! They're just going to miss my favorite all time scene...of scenes I've written. It's from a movie I wrote call

Handwritten Theatre: Summer Bonus Track #4

Sep 28th, 2006

Once more into the archives, dear friends, but this time it's for something that's never been publicly heard before: A scene from a television pilot called Georgetown written and produced in the disorienting months after the 9/11 attacks.I was

Handwritten Theatre: Summer Bonus Track #3

Aug 10th, 2006

All the actors are stuck in traffic coming back from the beach or standing in long lines at the airport while we remain cool, calm and collected for another dip into the archives. This time we're going back to the Gulf War...the first Gulf War

Handwritten Theatre Eleven: "On the afternoon of July 12, 1960..."

Jun 15th, 2006

In Handwritten Theatre Eleven, the author once again steps to the microphone, just to give the other actors something to shoot for.Handwritten Theatre Eleven: "On the afternoon of July 12, 1960, as he was waiting for the light at Broadway and

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