"The Play that Changed My Life" by Ben Hodges is a collection of personal essays from 32 individuals who credit a particular play with inspiring them to pursue a career in theater. The book includes essays from actors, directors, playwrights, and designers, each reflecting on how a specific play influenced their lives and careers. Some of the plays discussed in the book include "Hamlet," "A Streetcar Named Desire," and "Angels in America." The essays provide a glimpse into the creative process of these artists and the ways in which theater can have a profound impact on people's lives. Through their personal stories, the contributors to "The Play that Changed My Life" celebrate the power of theater to inspire and transform.