Getting stuff done doesn’t always have to be a solitary adventure. Use this weekly time to accomplish any and all tasks you need. Moderated by the brilliant David Ceci. Every Tuesday at 12pm ET.
Getting stuff done doesn’t always have to be a solitary adventure. Use this weekly time to accomplish any and all tasks you need. Moderated by the brilliant Orlando Rodriguez. Every Thursday at 7pm ET.
Featured Playwrights: David Davila, H. Avery, Jared Berry, Laurel Lockhart, Maximillian Kempf, Shannon Lippert
VOLUME TIME LINE- PLEASE book your time to be present for all scenes being read
6:00pm-6:50pm Actor/Playwright work session
6:50pm- Regroup
7:05pm-9:00 pm Reading of 6 Scenes Live/Recorded on YouTube
Getting stuff done doesn’t always have to be a solitary adventure. Use this weekly time to accomplish any and all tasks you need. Moderated by the brilliant David Ceci. Every Tuesday at 12pm ET.
Getting stuff done doesn’t always have to be a solitary adventure. Use this weekly time to accomplish any and all tasks you need. Moderated by the brilliant Orlando Rodriguez. Every Thursday at 7pm ET.
Getting stuff done doesn’t always have to be a solitary adventure. Use this weekly time to accomplish any and all tasks you need. Moderated by the brilliant David Ceci. Every Tuesday at 12pm ET.
Getting stuff done doesn’t always have to be a solitary adventure. Use this weekly time to accomplish any and all tasks you need. Moderated by the brilliant Orlando Rodriguez. Every Thursday at 7pm ET.
Featured Playwrights: Ben Dworken, Dominick Danza, Eric Mead, Justine Borer, Ollie Corchado, Philip Kaplan
VOLUME TIME LINE- PLEASE book your time to be present for all readings
6:00pm-6:50pm: Actor/Playwright work session
6:45pm: Audience Admitted
7:00pm-9:00pm: Reading of 6 Scenes
Getting stuff done doesn’t always have to be a solitary adventure. Use this weekly time to accomplish any and all tasks you need. Moderated by the brilliant David Ceci. Every Tuesday at 12pm ET.
Getting stuff done doesn’t always have to be a solitary adventure. Use this weekly time to accomplish any and all tasks you need. Moderated by the brilliant Orlando Rodriguez. Every Thursday at 7pm ET.
Getting stuff done doesn’t always have to be a solitary adventure. Use this weekly time to accomplish any and all tasks you need. Moderated by the brilliant David Ceci. Every Tuesday at 12pm ET.
Getting stuff done doesn’t always have to be a solitary adventure. Use this weekly time to accomplish any and all tasks you need. Moderated by the brilliant Orlando Rodriguez. Every Thursday at 7pm ET.
Featured Playwrights: Denise Estefany Mendoza Valdez, Erin Moughon, Ja’Michael Da’Shawn, Juliette T. Lin, Nick Freedson, Rafa Perez
VOLUME TIME LINE- PLEASE book your time to be present for all scenes being read
6:00pm-6:50pm Actor/Playwright work session
6:50pm- Regroup
7:05pm-9:00 pm Reading of 6 Scenes Live/Recorded on YouTube
Getting stuff done doesn’t always have to be a solitary adventure. Use this weekly time to accomplish any and all tasks you need. Moderated by the brilliant David Ceci. Every Tuesday at 12pm ET.
Getting stuff done doesn’t always have to be a solitary adventure. Use this weekly time to accomplish any and all tasks you need. Moderated by the brilliant Orlando Rodriguez. Every Thursday at 7pm ET.
Getting stuff done doesn’t always have to be a solitary adventure. Use this weekly time to accomplish any and all tasks you need. Moderated by the brilliant David Ceci. Every Tuesday at 12pm ET.
Getting stuff done doesn’t always have to be a solitary adventure. Use this weekly time to accomplish any and all tasks you need. Moderated by the brilliant Orlando Rodriguez. Every Thursday at 7pm ET.
Featured Playwrights: David Ceci, Evan Edwards, Jacob Rice Marx, Jeffrey Vause, Marina Barry, Orlando Rodriguez
VOLUME TIME LINE- PLEASE book your time to be present for all readings
6:00pm-6:50pm: Actor/Playwright work session
6:45pm: Audience Admitted
7:00pm-9:30pm: Reading of 6 Scenes
Getting stuff done doesn’t always have to be a solitary adventure. Use this weekly time to accomplish any and all tasks you need. Moderated by the brilliant David Ceci. Every Tuesday at 12pm ET.
Getting stuff done doesn’t always have to be a solitary adventure. Use this weekly time to accomplish any and all tasks you need. Moderated by the brilliant Orlando Rodriguez. Every Thursday at 7pm ET.
Getting stuff done doesn’t always have to be a solitary adventure. Use this weekly time to accomplish any and all tasks you need. Moderated by the brilliant David Ceci. Every Tuesday at 12pm ET.
Getting stuff done doesn’t always have to be a solitary adventure. Use this weekly time to accomplish any and all tasks you need. Moderated by the brilliant Orlando Rodriguez. Every Thursday at 7pm ET.
Getting stuff done doesn’t always have to be a solitary adventure. Use this weekly time to accomplish any and all tasks you need. Moderated by the brilliant David Ceci. Every Tuesday at 12pm ET.
Featured Playwrights: Bug Johnson, Daniela Thome, David Michael Kirby, Matthew J. Kaplan, Maura Kelley, Ruthie Rado
VOLUME TIME LINE- PLEASE book your time to be present for all readings
6:00pm-6:50pm: Actor/Playwright work session
6:45pm: Audience Admitted
7:00pm-9:00pm: Reading of 6 Scenes
Getting stuff done doesn’t always have to be a solitary adventure. Use this weekly time to accomplish any and all tasks you need. Moderated by the brilliant Orlando Rodriguez. Every Thursday at 7pm ET.
Getting stuff done doesn’t always have to be a solitary adventure. Use this weekly time to accomplish any and all tasks you need. Moderated by the brilliant David Ceci. Every Tuesday at 12pm ET.
Getting stuff done doesn’t always have to be a solitary adventure. Use this weekly time to accomplish any and all tasks you need. Moderated by the brilliant Orlando Rodriguez. Every Thursday at 7pm ET.
Featured Playwrights: Christopher J. Soucy, Delvyn Cse Jr., Maggie Merritt, Peter Pasco, Rex McGregor, Stephenn Fruchtman
VOLUME TIME LINE- PLEASE book your time to be present for all scenes being read
6:00pm-6:50pm Actor/Playwright work session
6:50pm- Regroup
7:05pm-9:00 pm Reading of 6 Scenes Live/Recorded on YouTube
Getting stuff done doesn’t always have to be a solitary adventure. Use this weekly time to accomplish any and all tasks you need. Moderated by the brilliant Orlando Rodriguez. Every Thursday at 7pm ET.
Getting stuff done doesn’t always have to be a solitary adventure. Use this weekly time to accomplish any and all tasks you need. Moderated by the brilliant David Ceci. Every Tuesday at 12pm ET.
(Thank you to all who offered raffle prizes! Let’s raise some money!)
2 Tickets Jazz at Lincoln Center's Rose Room- March 12, 2026 7:30pm African Routes: Danilo Perez & Godwin Louis The JLCO with Wynton Marsalis
Two stirring new commissions get their debut: Grammy Award-winningPanamanian pianist Danilo Pérez’s The Panáfrica Suite: Echoes from the Isthmus and saxophonist Godwin Louis’ African Roots, Diasporic Routes: Benin, Kongo, and the Music of the Americas. Joined by renowned singer Catherine Russell and percussionist Weedie Braimah, Pérez, Louis, and the JLCO treat audiences to a transatlantic voyage across the history of our music.
One on One Session with Artistic Director Mike Lesser- Feedback session on a play of yours with the one and only Mike Lesser.
Reiki Session w/ Chelsey Shannon- This one hour session includes a guided meditation, Reiki healing for 45 minutes and a reflection meditation with sound healing. For more info on Reiki and Chelsey visit: www.chelseyshannon.com
Baked with Love-Baked good of choice to be made just for you by Erin Moughon and hand delivered!
Career Consultant Patch Schwadron -A 50-minute appointment is worth $200, preceded by a free 20-minute conversation to discuss the person's career needs.
Patch brings over 30 years’ experience guiding performing artists in creating overall sustainability and resilience at every age and stage of their professional lives. Recently retired from the position of Career Counselor Supervisor after 25 years at Entertainment Community Fund (formerly The Actors Fund of America), Patch started her professional life in her teens, performing with The Boston Ballet. Decades later, she pursued graduate training in educational psychology and career counseling at California State University, Northridge - with a focus on the career development and management needs of arts professionals. She also has a Master’s in Journalism from Columbia University and her undergrad from Brown University. You can find out more about Patch’s consulting services at https://PatchYourCareer.com
The Runiverse Readings 555-A 30 minute, virtual, one on one Tarot reading with Rudabah Nasir. www.theruniverse.net
Redox A77 Reel to Reel Tape Recorder-
Cuisinart Baking Set-4 piece set. Classic Nonstick Bakeware
Trio of Whiskeys
Ring (in the New Year)-Gold plated ring, size 6, with semi-precious stone by jewelry designer, Jane DiazRing (in the New Year)-Gold plated ring, size 6, with semi-precious stone by jewelry designer, Jane Diaz
Earrings- Parrot and Circle earrings
Titanium Hoop Earrings & Cuff Bracelet-Titanium pierced hoop earrings from the 1980's, handcrafted & hypoallergenic. Also a coordinating Titanium Cuff Bracelet
Sterling & Mother of Pearl, Drop Earrings-Vintage, most likely 1960's, Sterling Silver & Mother of Pearl, Deco Style, Drop earrings.
Spiderman Limited Edition DVD Box Set
Energetic Board Game- 4-6 player game to make NYC carbon free by 2035. Game Site.
(2) Van Gogh Immersive Experience Posters
Donate $10 or More! Each $10 earns you 12 chances. ($20 earns you 24, $30 earns you 36, etc.)
Fill out form below to tell us where you want to put your chances to win. Examples: “I have 12 chances. Here’s how I want to divide them: (3) One on One with Mike (3) Jazz at Lincoln Center (3) Bottles of Whiskey (1) Ring (1) Spiderman(1) Reiki” or “I have 24 chances. Please put all 24 on the Cusinart baking !”
In Person and on Zoom
Come celebrate the end of 2025 with all of your favorite PlayGrounders at our NYC home or from the comfort of yours!
Bring something that makes you happy!
Savory or Sweets!
Holiday Theme
1 minute or Less (please time)
Must use the word “GOBBLEDYGOOK”
For Virtual Attendees:
Breakout rooms will be open to chat with your PGE friends.
For In Person Attendees:
For all potluck fare, please make sure all items are served in a container with a lid.
Wine will be provided.
Timeline of Party:
6:30pm ET Arriving Time Virtual/In Person.
7:30pm ET Monologue Readings Begin
10:00pm ET Party Ends
Deadline is December 16th
Getting stuff done doesn’t always have to be a solitary adventure. Use this weekly time to accomplish any and all tasks you need. Moderated by the brilliant Orlando Rodriguez. Every Thursday at 7pm ET.
Getting stuff done doesn’t always have to be a solitary adventure. Use this weekly time to accomplish any and all tasks you need. Moderated by the brilliant David Ceci. Every Tuesday at 12pm ET.
Getting stuff done doesn’t always have to be a solitary adventure. Use this weekly time to accomplish any and all tasks you need. Moderated by the brilliant Orlando Rodriguez. Every Thursday at 7pm ET.
Getting stuff done doesn’t always have to be a solitary adventure. Use this weekly time to accomplish any and all tasks you need. Moderated by the brilliant David Ceci. Every Tuesday at 12pm ET.
Last Volume of 2025!
Featured Playwrights: Ben Dworken, David Ceci, Dominick Danza, Eric Mead, Marina Barry, Rafa Perez
VOLUME TIME LINE- PLEASE book your time to be present for all readings
6:00pm-6:50pm: Actor/Playwright work session
6:45pm: Audience Admitted
7:00pm-9:00pm: Reading of 6 Scenes
Getting stuff done doesn’t always have to be a solitary adventure. Use this weekly time to accomplish any and all tasks you need. Moderated by the brilliant Orlando Rodriguez. Every Thursday at 7pm ET.
Getting stuff done doesn’t always have to be a solitary adventure. Use this weekly time to accomplish any and all tasks you need. Moderated by the brilliant David Ceci. Every Tuesday at 12pm ET.
We take all donations from Services, Tickets to Show, Experiences, Jewelry, Beverages, Trinkets, etc. No prize to small or too big!
THANK YOU IN ADVANCE FOR YOUR GENEROSITY!
2025 raffle window will be 12/19-12/31. We will be announcing prizes at the holiday party on 12/19.
Getting stuff done doesn’t always have to be a solitary adventure. Use this weekly time to accomplish any and all tasks you need. Moderated by the brilliant David Ceci. Every Tuesday at 12pm ET.
Featured Playwrights: Francis Madi, Jacob Rice Marx, Justine Borer, Matthew J. Kaplan, Philip Kaplan, Tim Lorge
VOLUME TIME LINE: PLEASE book your time to be present for all readings
6:00pm-6:50pm: Writer/actors work session
6:45pm: Audience Admitted
7:00pm-9:00pm: Reading of 6 Scenes
Aidyn Kalenova, Alexis Hernandez, Aliyah D'Andrea Curry, Charles Day, Grace O'Brien, H. Avery, Helen Cheng Mao, John Zimmerman, Jonathan G Galvez, Juan Ramirez Jr, Kirk Johnson, Kristin Macke, Leslie C. Nemet, Leslie Corn, Lucy Wang, M Mary Sullivan, Mark Mulkerin, Poli Olavarria, Rebecca Kane, Ruben Carbajal, Ryan Stevens, Sasha Foo, Shanna Allman, Steven D. Miller, TaMara E'Lan G.
Abbey Joan Burgess, Brandon M. Weber, Erin Moughon, Mary Lauren, Michelle de la Rosa
Aaliyah Peterman, Alex de Suze, Brad Makarowski, Carmi Burbridge, Diana Cherkas, Helene Galek, Ja'Michael DaShawn, Jayson Kerr, Jessica W. Chen, Kathleen Kwan, Laura E. Johnston, Lluvia Almanza, Mahima Saigal, Melissa Roth, Phil Gagliano, Rachel Lu, Rafa Perez, Rebecca Hoodwin, Richard E. Calvache, Sharlene Hartman, Tameka Bennett, Valentina Mallol, Valerie David, Veronica Dang, Yiqing Zhao
Each year we celebrate the diverse stories that make up America by inviting writers to submit monologues that showcase the broad spectrum of what it is to live, work and play in America. Our aim is to collect unique, captivating and beautiful stories and share them so that we learn, grow and hear each other. Selected monologues are performed at this special event and published in an anthology. Each year we chose a word that should be included in each monologue, the chosen word for this year’s festival is catalyst.
We are proud to invite you to our The PGE 4th Annual Faces of America Round Table in conjunction with The PGE Faces of America Monologue Festival #7.
This Years Theme:
Resources, Reinforcements, and Restoration A discussion for the Artist in Uncertain Times
ART/NY
Founded in 1972, A.R.T./New York assists over 400 member theatres in managing their theatre companies effectively so they may realize their rich artistic visions and serve their diverse audiences well. Over nearly five decades, A.R.T./New York has earned a reputation as a leader in providing progressive services to our members—from shared office and rehearsal spaces to technical assistance programs for emerging theatres—which have made the organization an expert in the needs of the New York City nonprofit theatre community.
Danielle King (she/her) is a New York City based arts leader and creative producer committed to championing artists and building supportive working conditions, opportunities, and resources to create work that builds empathy, cultivates community, and inspires action. She currently serves as Director of Program Services for A.R.T/New York where she helps over 400 member theaters to more effectively realize their artistic visions and better serve their diverse audiences. Prior to ART/New York, Danielle served as Producer and Director of Organizational Culture at Williamstown Theatre Festival, where worked to reimagine the Festival’s operating model as it emerged from the pandemic. From 2019-2022, Danielle served as Managing Producer at The Tank, where she led the company's rapid programmatic growth after its move to a new two-theater home (winning an Obie in the process). And at Lower Manhattan Cultural Council, Danielle curated and produced platforms for artists to share their work with the public and transform public space, most notably through the annual River To River Festival. Danielle holds a B.F.A. from NYU's Tisch School of the Arts, an M.A. in Arts Administration from Columbia University and is a graduate of the American Express Leadership Academy. She sits on the Board of The Tank. And maybe most importantly, she is a very proud parent to two amazing lovebugs.
The Entertainment Community Fund (formerly The Actors Fund) evolved from our origins in 1882 to the national human services organization that exists today, fostering stability and resiliency, and providing a safety net for performing arts and entertainment professionals over their lifespan.
Elijah Strauss (he, him, his) is the Career Counselor Supervisor for the Eastern Region at the Entertainment Community Fund (formerly The Actors Fund). Eli supervises Career Counselors who provide one-on-one career counseling, facilitate workshops, and run groups to support folks in the entertainment and performing arts industry with their career goals. Eli has his Masters of Science in Social Work (MSW) from Columbia University and his B.A. in Psychology from Bard College. Prior to working at The Fund, Eli provided career and educational support to young adults with child welfare involvement through supervisory and direct service roles. Eli is a native New Yorker and in his free time enjoys DJing, traveling, attending cultural events, and exploring neighborhoods in NYC.
Creative Care LLC-Coaching and intuitive guide helping artists, creatives, and visionaries reconnect with themselves to express from a place of truth, purpose, and wellbeing.
Chelsey Shannon (she/her) is the founder and owner of Chelsey Shannon Creative Care LLC and has worked extensively in the New York Theater scene for over 20 years. In 2011, she Co-Founded The New York Children's Theater Festival, a non-profit supporting artists developing new theater for young audiences. As Festival Producer, she oversaw more than 15 productions over 8 years. Other producing credits include Walken on Sunshine (EP, 2016 New York International Fringe Festival, Theatermania Audience Favorite Award) and BEYOND (Dramaturge/ Producer/ Director) 2022 New Feathers Festival. As a producing associate at Gables Grove Productions (working with John Tartaglia), she contributed to Re-Usable the Musical (Bronx Zoo) and various Family projects for Royal Caribbean. Her company, Chelsey Shannon Creative Care LLC, nurtures and supports the entertainment community through Coaching, Classes, Consulting and Reiki Energy Work. As a Certified Life Coach, she empowers arts professionals to align with their unique creative expression and move forward with fulfillment, ease, and confidence in every aspect of their lives. Chelsey is a Certified Usui Reiki Master and blends Reiki & Coaching to help clients move through creative blocks, release fears and gain clarity. She is a resident Coach through TRU (Theatre Resources Unlimited NYC) and a founding contributor of Jade Rabbit Theatre Company's Conscious Creatives Circle. Chelsey is also a 2024-2025 resident teaching artist and Coach at Point Park University's Conservatory of Performing Arts, serving undergraduate Theater Arts Majors. Chelsey holds a Bachelor of Fine Arts in Theater Arts from Point Park University and is a member of the Actors Equity Association. www.chelseyshannon.com
Moderated by Artistic Director Mike Lesser
Getting stuff done doesn’t always have to be a solitary adventure. Use this weekly time to accomplish any and all tasks you need. Moderated by the brilliant Orlando Rodriguez. Every Thursday at 7pm ET.
Getting stuff done doesn’t always have to be a solitary adventure. Use this weekly time to accomplish any and all tasks you need. Moderated by the brilliant David Ceci. Every Tuesday at 12pm ET.
Getting stuff done doesn’t always have to be a solitary adventure. Use this weekly time to accomplish any and all tasks you need. Moderated by the brilliant Orlando Rodriguez. Every Thursday at 7pm ET.
Getting stuff done doesn’t always have to be a solitary adventure. Use this weekly time to accomplish any and all tasks you need. Moderated by the brilliant David Ceci. Every Tuesday at 12pm ET.
Featured Playwrights: Delvyn Case Jr., Laurel Lockhart, Maximillian Kempf,
Paul Conlon, Peter Pasco, Rex McGregor
VOLUME TIME LINE: PLEASE book your time to be present for all readings
6:00pm-6:50pm: Actor/Playwright work session
6:50pm: Regroup
7:05pm-9:00pm: Reading of 6 Scenes Live/Recorded on YouTube
Getting stuff done doesn’t always have to be a solitary adventure. Use this weekly time to accomplish any and all tasks you need. Moderated by the brilliant Orlando Rodriguez. Every Thursday at 7pm ET.
Getting stuff done doesn’t always have to be a solitary adventure. Use this weekly time to accomplish any and all tasks you need. Moderated by the brilliant David Ceci. Every Tuesday at 12pm ET.
