JOSH AND JARED'S CLUBHOUSE
Josh's scripts
Josh and Jared loved writing and reading their own theater scripts. Of the two of them, Jared was the one who wrote the most often, especially when it came to their trademark “two guys sitting around talking” motif.
But Josh had a few scripts of his own, and compared to Jared, he was more likely to think outside the box when penning his stories (though many of the characters were just mouthpieces for what one or both of the guys should've been working out in therapy — just like Jared's).
The following is a short bibliography of Josh's most notable work:
Science Review 1
A tight two-hander wherein a young man tries to calm himself down while driving to his ex-girlfriend's house. When he arrives, things first don't go exactly as planned... and then they REALLY don't.
Caca Poo poo
A mysterious and experimental work involving an apartment full of people sitting in a circle. As new guests walk through the door, they become one with the hivemind, until a chosen someone breaks the mold.
Gum
Not since The Zoo Story have two men meeting at a bench generated so much excitement. One man strikes up a conversation with a fellow bus rider, and the next thing you know, they're butting heads to a degree never before seen onstage.
A Million Sunrises for a million winters
It all comes down to this: two friends, one meal, and a climactic moment as a life-defining challenge is presented. Whatever happens, things between the two will never be the same.
The Tree House
Josh draws inspiration from all kinds of sources, including children's sitcoms. In a theatrical retelling of a Drake and Josh classic, two friends build a treehouse in their yard — but forget one very important detail.
Work in progress.
Moving, emotional, and resoundingly true to life — this play tells the story of a death that reverberates through a community. When a man just learning the story meets a woman connected to the tragedy, his whole world is turned upside-down.
The Interview
The Interview is a classic American farce told by a single actor. On his way to a job interview, an overwhelmed man gets a lot more than he bargained for. And then some.
A Place for My Head
Jared's favorite of Josh's plays and probably Josh's most personal. Three old friends reunite for lunch, discovering that the more things change, the more things stay the same. The last line will take your breath away.
Bathroom Break
A real-life parody that pulls all the punches. If you've ever found yourself worrying about getting caught doing something wrong in the bathroom, this one may (or may not) be for you.
Starbucks Crapfee
At his best, Josh is a comedy writer, and this one proves it. An encounter at a coffee shop leaves everyone scratching their heads — and audiences rolling around on the floor with laughter.
The Short Scenes with Abrupt and bad endings series
Josh is the proto-Tim Robinson. Forget the previous one, THESE make audiences roll on the floor and die with laughter.
Nobody has or will see or read any of the above works. ❒