Jeff Carter Knihy

Murder! Mystery! Deceit! And maybe a little chuckle. Punk Monkey Productions is at it again, this time taking a stab at Neo-Noir in their fifth installment of Noir for the stage with PLAY Noir 2016. Seven new plays encompass a contemporary take on the classic genre of Noir. A great addition to any actor, director, or producer looking to expand their collection with fresh material, PLAY Noir 2016 features - Rabbi Noir by Chris Karmiol (12 minutes - 2f/1m), Dumb Muscle by Bill Doncaster (7 minutes - 2m), For You, Julius by Stephen Baily (17 minutes - 1f/5m), Nobody's Whore by April Littlejohn (26 minutes - 2f/5m), Just Business by Jeff Carter, (21 minutes - 2m) by Scott Lummer (16 minutes - 2f/3m), and The Rotten State by John Conroy (16 minutes - 2f/3m).

Set in a near-future dystopia marked by monstrous genetic mutations and oppressive political regimes, the narrative follows Dr. Tarrec, an eccentric figure combining theology, alchemy, and espionage. As Caesar, the tyrannical leader, enforces strict control, Dr. Tarrec and his unconventional companions, including a living decapitated head, navigate a world of danger and secrecy. Their quest for truth and resistance unfolds in a society that stifles dissent, highlighting themes of survival and the pursuit of freedom amidst chaos.

Exploring the complexities of the historical Jesus versus the Christ of faith, this book takes readers on a unique journey through the Holy Land's past and a speculative future. Blending humor with devotion, it challenges the notion of certainty in understanding Jesus, presenting an engaging mix of scholarly insight and personal reflection. The narrative balances earnest exploration with a touch of sarcasm, making it both a thoughtful and entertaining read for those interested in the intersections of history, faith, and interpretation.

Limericks are, like the Bible, often funny and sometimes obscene. They shock us. They surprise us. They're not usually considered fitting for polite conversation. But perhaps the Bible has been tamed, has been polished of its rough edges. So let's take the Bible out of polite conversation and let it shock and surprise us again.