In this monologue from the play, "Outside the Lines", Don, a man overshadowed by his artist brother's clear sense of purpose, embarks on a raw and real journey of self-discovery to find his own identity and passion in life. DON: I don't know who I am! You always knew who you were. I'm tired of being the reliable one. Is this all my life is supposed to be? You don't have much … [Read more...] about Outside the Lines
Older - Dramatic - Male
The Ghosts at Sea
In this monologue from the play, "The Ghosts at Sea", Sam tries to convince his younger friend to take a different path. SAM: I'm just trying to warn you. Water erodes everything. Being out here, you might like the view, but as you get older... I just don't want you to live with the regrets I have. Celia, she... put up with it for far too long. I always told her I'd put in … [Read more...] about The Ghosts at Sea
That’s An Order
In this monologue from the play, "That's An Order", James, a veteran in his 40s, grappling with the aftermath of his service in a recent conflict, confesses to another war veteran, Aaqel, how he feels about the war and his part in it. JAMES: War. It’s a machine. A cold, heartless machine. And you and I were nothing but cogs in it. Pawns moved across a chessboard by hands … [Read more...] about That’s An Order
Broken Clock
In this monologue from the play "Broken Clock", Charlie shares his deep frustration and sadness over his son's behavior and their deteriorating relationship. CHARLIE: You know, when I look at him, I see a stranger. That boy, our son, he's turned into someone I can't even recognize. Every word out of his mouth is like a jab, every action a defiance. What happened to the kid … [Read more...] about Broken Clock