In this monologue from the play, "The Rose and the Oak Tree", Evelyn is visited by her estranged daughter. EVELYN: The wind is my friend, she whispers sweet nothings in my ear. Don't look at me like that. I find more comfort in my garden than in the company of friends or a lover. The lilies, they understand me. They don't spread rumors about me. The roses bloom tall and … [Read more...] about The Rose and the Oak Tree
Older - Dramatic - Female
At World’s End
In this monologue from the play "At World's End", Mara, an older woman, reflects on the lost world and the new reality of a post-apocalyptic life. MARA: Here, take the last piece of bread. You need it more than I do. You know, before, I was a teacher. I used to tell my students about the importance of sharing, of kindness. It's a lesson I have to learn again … [Read more...] about At World’s End
The Hourglass
In this monologue from the dramatic play "The Hourglass", Virginia, a mother grapples with her deep-seated inability to emotionally connect with her son, a struggle that stems from her own unfulfilled dreams and a life that diverged sharply from what she once envisioned for herself. VIRGINIA: You stand there, looking at me, expecting... what? Love? Understanding? I wish I … [Read more...] about The Hourglass