“The Hired Hand” by Paul Trupia

Starring: Sarah Schoofs Jennifer Nakayama Matthew Bayer Directed by Kristin Bellamarie

Another fine example of Paul Trupia’s observations. What IF the tables were turned? What if women hired men for all kinds of “services”? Can the age old adage that it is impossible to have sex, repeatedly, and not have feelings for your partner? But sometimes, it’s not only about sex. It’s about communicating with someone. “The Hired Hand” turns the tables and tips them on end and brings to an end the first series of Black Box Theater.

“Blown Away” by E.M. Burkhard.

A play inspired by real events, which is a genre not often represented in theater. “Blown Away” is not for the faint of heart or weak of wind, but rather for those with a good sense of humor. In typical Black Box Theater tradition, “Blown Away” takes a very real premise and adds just the right amount of humor and punch in order to make a black box staple. We’ve all been in similar situations. Well, most of us anyway…