The 12th Annual PlayFest featuring plays written by Orcas Islanders will open May 26 with performances on May 27 and June 2-4 at 7:30 p.m.. Tickets are at the door or in the near future online at Brown Paper Tickets, and at Darvill’s Bookstore. Here is a peek at this year’s lineup:

“Needs New Battery” by Cara Russell. Simone and Simon are new to island living, and when the power goes out, they discover a

“problem” that is out of their reach. “Emerald City” by Corey Homewood. A story about surviving on the streets of Seattle after “The Big One” hits. “What’s New” by Miguel Villareal. Original ideas are sometimes contemplated at a moment in time that is too early for them to be realized. “Wedding Dances” by Tom Fiscus. The act of dancing is one of humankind’s purest forms of self expression. “2.5 Kids” by Kat Fennell. A comedic opera about dreams, life and the art of compromise. “TJ” by James Wolf. More than 40 years ago the U.S. Supreme handed down a decision that had a profound impact on the lives of many. “Open House at Murder Mansion” by Mack Smith. There are many dream houses on an island; well, dreams for some, nightmares for others.