Company in the News July-2025

See what PlayGround-Chicago Writers and Company Members are up to this July!

Award-winning playwright Dana Hall brings her signature wit and heart to Cue the Comedy, a fresh collection of original audition monologues designed for actors who want to make a memorable impression. Whether you’re prepping for the stage or screen, these monologues offer dynamic characters, punchy setups, and laugh-out-loud moments with just the right touch of depth. Perfect for teens and adults, this book is a must-have for performers looking to stand out with smart, character-driven comedy. Grab your copy on Amazon today!

J.S. Puller’s ten-minute play, BOTTOM’S NIGHTMARE (which was originally written for a PlayGround prompt), has been named the runner-up in the 2025 Playwrights for Change competition, hosted by the American Alliance for Theatre and Education.

Carmia Imani is the Assistant Director of “Artemis Books & the Well-Meaning Man” by Paul Michael Thomson at The Village Theater. Set in a feminist bookstore in Tucson, AZ, the play explores identity, allyship, and the challenges of maintaining a safe space amid unexpected change. “Artemis Books & the Well-Meaning Man” runs July 18 – August 2, 2025, at Rivendell Theatre (5779 N Ridge Ave.).