Short Chops is a collection of short plays written for and performed by each of Mad Cow’s fourteen current drama classes. The performances showcase five to eighteen year olds in peer age groups and expose their take on tragedy, comedy, pathos and social commentary. This theatrical ride, guided by theatre professionals, is a lot of fun for all involved. Theatrical storytelling is a stable physical and mental platform to help youth maintain social connection and meaning which is often lacking in the current mire of electronic bombardement and self entitlement.