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.
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.
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.
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: Erin Moughon, Ja’Michael Da’Shawn, Kit Goldstein Grant, Marc Castle, Orlando Rodriguez, Ruthie Rado
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
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: Christine Benvenuto, David Davila, Maria Isabella Rojas, Marj O’Neill Butler, Renee Nicole Gray, Stephen 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.
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.
