The Writings of Lyza Fennell, playwright and writer. Exploring the Absurd.
Plays, prose, and the pursuit of the unexpected.
The Dull Women’s Club
Welcome to “The Dull Women’s Club,” a short comedic stage scene celebrating the joy of the ordinary. Through their weekly meeting, four women uncover humor and connection in the smallest and seemingly dullest moments of life—organizing socks, cleaning grout, and arranging carrots. This lighthearted piece reminds us that even the mundane can shine with meaning and laughter.
Through the Shadows: A Triptych of Poems
Erasure Poetry These erasure poems are created from Mary Oliver's original works: 'The Moths,' 'Spring,' and 'Hearing of Your Illness' from Three Poems for James Wright. The words and format are my artistic interpretations inspired by her poetry. Erasure poetry allows...
Big AL’s Trucking
Big AL’s Trucking isn’t the story of a lone truck driver. It’s a journey into the unexpected—where humor meets heartbreak, and resilience lights the way. Life’s cruel surprises demand reflection and authenticity, and this essay shares a glimpse into navigating the unimaginable.
Ballad of a Dying Dream
“Ballad of a Dying Dream” is a lyrical reflection on the state of America, grappling with the weight of history, the broken promises of democracy, and the uncertain future that lies ahead for our children. With 2025 on the horizon, this piece explores the disillusionment of a mother reckoning with a world that feels increasingly detached from justice, equity, and humanity, yet clinging to the hope found in community and connection. Both a lament and a call for resilience, this work captures the raw, unvarnished emotions of our times.
The Night I Met Jack
A high-energy, late-night escapade on the streets of 1990s Manhattan leads to an unforgettable connection. With humor, sass, and a boombox, this creative nonfiction piece recounts the night that changed everything.
Battling Your Demons: A Tale of Overcoming Depression
A darkly humorous tale of Trixie, a woman grappling with depression, whose life takes an unexpected turn when the enigmatic and recurring character, Tom, makes a surprising cameo, bringing chaos, clarity, and an unexpected twist.
A Joyless Search
Penelope and Roger’s search for “Joy” takes a hilariously literal and metaphorical turn as they tear apart their living room in desperation. This playful yet poignant short stage scene explores loss, hope, and the lengths we’ll go to rediscover happiness—even if it means creating it ourselves.
If it Were My Last Meal
Last Meal dives into a surreal inner monologue about food, existence, and humanity’s peculiar relationship with sustenance. Equal parts reflective and absurd, this piece questions life’s purpose while imagining the mundane as extraordinary.
The Escape Closet
The Escape Closet captures a bittersweet moment between two characters navigating the intersection of practicality, loss, and humor. As they go through the motions of reorganizing clothes, deeper themes of identity and escape are woven into their dialogue, leaving a quiet resonance.
Swept Away
“Swept Away” follows Lily, a teenage girl whose ordinary life is thrown into a whirlwind of excitement when she shares a day—and an unexpected kiss—with a TV star. Through Lily’s lively narration, readers are taken on a journey filled with high hopes, daydreams of Hollywood, and the bittersweet nature of fleeting moments. It’s a heartfelt exploration of youthful ambition, infatuation, and the thin line between fantasy and reality.
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