In this monologue from the play, "City of Angels", Tom, a young man grappling with depression is sent to sunny Los Angeles by his well-meaning family, only to find that the change of scenery does little to alleviate his inner turmoil. TOM: Mom, listen. I know you guys are worried, but this whole L.A. thing? It's not working. Everyone thought the sun and palm trees would … [Read more...] about City of Angels
Monologues for Men
Forgotten Roads
In "Forgotten Roads," two brothers, long estranged and living vastly different lives, are drawn back to their childhood home, where they must confront the emotional remnants of their past and the rift that has kept them apart. DAVID: (Staring out of an old, dusty window, speaking more to himself than to Alex) You know, when you left, I thought it was because of Dad. … [Read more...] about Forgotten Roads
Santa Envy
In this monologue from the play, "Santa Envy", Roger, a long-time elf at a holiday setup longs to be Santa. ROGER: Every year, it's the same old story. Here I am, donned in these ridiculous pointy shoes and this absurdly tight green outfit. Me, an elf. Again. And there, in the big, plush, red throne, sits Santa. Not me, no. Never me. I mean, what does it take to be Santa … [Read more...] about Santa Envy
The Sandwich
In this monologue from the play "The Sandwich", Norris shares his philosophy on love, life, and existence, with his girlfriend, Maya. NORRIS: Maya, you know, I've been thinking. Love, life, the whole shebang – it’s like making a sandwich. Hear me out. Love? It's the bread, the foundation. Without it, it's just... well, a mess on a plate. And life, life is the filling. … [Read more...] about The Sandwich
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