Current Plays

    RIDE musical
    RIDE musical

    RIDE musical

    Book & lyrics by Eric Lane
    Music & lyrics by Hannah Fairchild
    Directed by Martha Banta

    With a cast of 3 and a bold contemporary score, "Ride" tells the story of three teenage girls who hit the road in search of life beyond New Jersey. From vacant farm stands and roadside motels to the wonders of the universe, their fast-paced journey leads to unmapped discoveries.

    - Orange Thoughts at ART/NY, Workshop, Jan. 2026  
    - Open Jar Studios, NYC, Reading, Aug. 2025

    "Bear Outside My Window on a Snowy Night" painting by Bob Barnett
    "Bear Outside My Window on a Snowy Night" painting by Bob Barnett

    CRITTERS

    A theatre & art collaboration by Bob Barnett and Eric Lane

    On view!
    - Critters in the Wild, a solo gallery show at wild project
    - Closing reception on Saturday March 21st, 2-4pm
    - Exhibit runs thru March 22 at 195 E. 3rd St. (Ave. A)
    - Viewings by appointment: Chris@thewildproject.org 

    - Read "The Milford Journal" cover story about Critters on pages 28 to 30. See the article

    Workshops & Readings:
    - New Circle Theatre Company workshop production directed by Eric Nightengale
    - Play readings directed by Martha Banta, and a pop-up exhibit of the Critters paintings. Produced by Orange Thoughts Productions at LARAC Lapham Gallery, Glens Falls, NY.
    - Ensemble Studio Theatre Memberfest reading directed by Abigail Zealey Bess

    - Published in The Best Women's Stage Monologues 2024
    - Finalist: Liepāja Puppet Theatre International Competition in Latvia

    In this play for adults, a community of strong female animals navigates the joys and dangers of life in the woods. The cast includes bears, deer, an owl, a stinkpot turtle and a seductive fox (6-8F). 

    KINGS HIGHWAY by Eric Lane
    KINGS HIGHWAY

    KINGS HIGHWAY

    - 2026 Valdez Theatre Conference Play Lab (June)
    - Best Men's Stage Monologues 2025
    Edited by Debbie Lamedman (Smith-Kraus Books)
    - TRU Voices 2025 Play Reading Series - Finalist
    - Ensemble Studio Theatre Memberfest reading directed by Abigail Zealy Bess

    Kings Highway­ is inspired by recently discovered family history — my great aunt worked with the inventors of color television, and my great uncle worked for the Jewish mafia and was murdered by his mob boss.
    The story focuses on two strong and independent Jewish sisters finding their way in Brooklyn, as the 1939 World’s Fair is opening, and war is about to ignite across Europe. Through personal stories and the lens of history, the play looks at contemporary issues including anti-Semitism, homophobia, abortion, violence, and the bond between sisters.