In a series of six short plays commissioned by Out of Box Theatrics, New Yorkers of all walks of life navigate their way through the highs and lows of living in the city during the holidays. From cynical Christmas elves to awkward family gatherings to heartwarming holiday magic, New York City during the holidays offers a fresh start unlike anywhere else. Representing BIPOC and LGBTQIA+ communities, featured playwrights include Anthony Anello, Harron Atkins, Elise Forier Edie, Lauren Jennings, Kevin Renn, and Marcus Scott.
Santa is a Super-Spreader
By Anthony Anello
The morning after Christmas Colbie awakes to discover her husband has uncharacteristically taken down the family Christmas tree. What starts as a question of Christmas cheer turns into a relationship unraveling as secrets are shared and values revealed.
Spell 13
By Harron Atkins
Tasked to help two young people find love, a cynical Papa Elf and his novice daughter orchestrate a chance encounter for two single romantics on a NYC subway train. Things quickly turn hectic and a little too truthful as the elves try a number of spells to get their targets to fall in love in under 10 minutes. Love is in the air, but in unexpected places.
