Short Play Festival is back in Long Beach

The anticipated Long Beach Short Play Festival is back for its second annual edition, set to captivate audiences with 12 thrilling new plays on May 4 and 5.

Under the visionary artistic direction of actor and director John Torres and produced by actor and singer Abbie Golding, this year’s festival promises another true theatrical experience.

Community members now have a tantalizing alternative to off-Broadway shows as the Long Beach Short Play Festival brings top-notch performances right off the boardwalk. Supported in part by a grant awarded to Artists in Partnership, Inc., this festival will unfold at the intimate 150-seat theater in Temple Emanu-El, 455 Neptune Blvd., just a stone’s throw away from the heart of town and the boardwalk.

This grant is made possible with funds from the Statewide Community Re-grant Program, a re-grant program of the New York State Council on the Arts with the support of the Governor and the New York State Legislature, and administered by The Huntington Arts Council.

Featuring a selection of 12 plays from acclaimed playwrights spanning from Boston to Seattle, as well as three talented homegrown Long Island residents, audiences can expect a diverse range of narratives that will stir their emotions and provoke thought. Each day will showcase six plays at 3 and 7 p.m., offering a dynamic lineup that promises to evoke laughter, tears, and everything in between.

From tales of love and intimate relationships to explorations of poignant memories and unexpected revelations, these plays delve into the depths of the human experience. Audiences will be taken on a rollercoaster ride of emotions, from heart-wrenching moments to comedic escapades. In one play crafted by a Lido Beach psychotherapist, secrets unravel in a riveting fashion, reminiscent of a Taylor Swift music video.

Audience members can choose to attend either the A or B program, or indulge in both, to witness stories that will leave them spellbound and moved. The plays, crafted to pack a punch in twenty minutes or less, delve into complex themes such as mental illness, relationships, and societal issues, offering a thought-provoking and immersive experience.

Tickets for this event are now available at affordable prices, leaving enough room to enjoy a delightful meal or a refreshing drink at the array of eateries, pubs, and pizzerias along Park Avenue.

Don’t miss out on the Long Beach Short Play Festival 2024 — where captivating storytelling meets exceptional talent in a setting like no other. For a weekend of theatrical magic that will linger in your hearts long after the curtain falls, see the plays for yourself.

For ticket information and show details, visit AIP4Arts.org.