In this monologue from the play, "Backtrack", Jerry, a scientist, inadvertently creates a time machine that catapults him into the most awkward moments of his past, leading to a series of eye-opening misadventures through time. He records with a voice recorder. JERRY: Captains Log, [Today's date and time]. Failure. Utter failure. When I built my time machine, I thought I'd … [Read more...] about Backtrack
Monologues
Love’s Folly
In this monologue from the play, "Love's Folly", Lady Elizabeth, a sharp-tongued aristocrat navigates a comical love triangle, where unrequited passions and societal expectations entwine, leading to a humorous upheaval in high society. LADY ELIZABETH: Margaret, my dear, your affection is flattering, but ill-advised. You love me, and I, in turn, am besotted with Lord … [Read more...] about Love’s Folly
Steady on the Mat
In this monologue from the play, "Steady on the Mat", Maggie tries to find her zen (and does yoga) during an argument with her husband, George. MAGGIE: I'm not listening, George. I'm zen right now. I know the car repair bill is high, you're right. But that's not my concern right now. Don't make me have Dr. Kaplan talk to you again. You always wait until the worst moment to … [Read more...] about Steady on the Mat
The Poconos
In this monologue from the play, "The Poconos", Dana realizes she and Mark are lost on their vacation road trip. DANA: Oh, come on, Mark! Admit it, we're lost. This is not the 'scenic route' to the Poconos, unless you consider 'Scenic' synonymous with 'Where in the world are we?' And you, Mr. 'I Don’t Need a GPS Because I Have a Built-In Compass in My Brain.' How’s that … [Read more...] about The Poconos
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