In this dramatic monologue for older men from the play, "The Forgotten Solider", Mark speaks to a young man about the costs of war. MARK: They said I was a hero. A hero for surviving, for keeping my men alive. They shook my hand, pinned a medal on my chest, and then sent me home. I think that’s the cruelest part of it all. The sending home. Because they don’t tell you what … [Read more...] about The Forgotten Soldier
Older - Dramatic - Male
The Bridge Is Burning
In this monologue for men from the play, "The Bridge Is Burning", Devon grapples with the memories of his father on a bridge. DEVON: I see my father in my hands, you know? The way they shake when I’m angry, the way they ache from work. It’s like he handed me his life without asking if I wanted it. He used to stand here, right here on this bridge, staring at the water like it … [Read more...] about The Bridge Is Burning
All The King’s Fools
In this dramatic monologue for older men from the play, "All The King's Fools", a corporate executive admits to his protégé that he lied about how he climbed the ladder of success. RICHARD: You think I got here because I worked harder than everyone else? Because I deserved it? God, no. I got here because I played dirty. I lied, I cheated, I stole ideas. I shook the right … [Read more...] about All The King’s Fools
Beyond Words
LAWRENCE: I didn't know what love at first sight was until I saw you. I thought it was just about wanting someone, wanting to do things with someone. But it's more than that. It's this immediate recognition of someone. Like when two separate notes come together to make a harmony. There's a beauty to it that's beyond words. And I don't want to, or mean to, scare you off in any … [Read more...] about Beyond Words
Last Beginning
In this monologue from the play, "Last Beginning", Casey seeks answers from a difficult relationship. CASEY: You think I don't know I messed up? You think I don't wake up crying because of what I did to you? I can't go back and change it, so what do you want me to do now? How else can I punish myself, torture myself so you can feel better... If you can't get over it, … [Read more...] about Last Beginning