In this monologue from the play, "From Time to Time", Evelyn, a woman from the 17th century, speaks to Thomas, a new love connected through a tapestry hung in the same house, hundreds of years apart. EVELYN: Why did we have to meet now, Thomas? Why couldn't I have been born when you were, or you born when I was? It's a cruel trick of fate! I know I should be glad we met, … [Read more...] about From Time to Time
Monologues for Women
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
Rhyme or Reason
In this monologue from the play "Rhyme or Reason", Maddie tries to locate her lost friend, Jenna, by speaking to a festival staff member at the Lost and Found. MADDIE: Hi! Yeah, so I’m in a bit of a pickle. My friend, Jenna – she’s about yay-high, wearing a shirt that screams 'I love the 80s' louder than a boombox – she’s missing. Well, not missing-missing. We just got … [Read more...] about Rhyme or Reason
The Final Game
In "The Final Game," former tennis rivals Jamie and Mia confront their complex past and evolving friendship, revisiting old memories and unspoken emotions in a reunion that challenges and redefines their understanding of victory and defeat. MIA: So, this is it? You lose one match and the world falls apart? Do you have any idea how many times I stood where you are now? How … [Read more...] about The Final Game
Bride-To-Be
Fran confesses to her best friend, Cheryl what's on her mind while trying out wedding dresses. FRAN: It's beautiful, isn't it? The lace detail here... Mom would have loved this. She always had a thing for lace. Said it was timeless. I can almost hear her, you know. "Sweetheart, it's all about the details." She had this dream, ever since I was little, of us going dress … [Read more...] about Bride-To-Be