In this monologue from the play, "The Waiting Room", Alex is seated in a sterile doctor’s office, tapping their foot nervously, glancing at the clock, and talking to themselves in a low voice. ALEX: Okay, it’s fine. It’s totally fine. People go to the doctor all the time. No one’s ever died in a waiting room… right? No, no—definitely not. I’m just here for some test results. … [Read more...] about The Waiting Room
Comedic Plays - 1 Man 1 Woman
Potlucky
In this comedic monologue from the play, "Potlucky", Alfred, a socially awkward guy at a community potluck, has some thoughts. ALFRED: So… um… I brought this. A can of cream corn. I know. It’s not homemade or creative or… edible without some extra steps. But, uh, here’s the thing. My oven is broken. And my stove. And my will to live. Also, I don’t really know anyone here. … [Read more...] about Potlucky
Unidentified Feelings
In this monologue from the play, "Unidentified Feelings", Jamie speaks at their first alien abduction survivors’ meeting. JAMIE: Hi. My name is Jamie, and... I was abducted. (beat) I don’t know how this usually goes. Do I start with the bright light? The tractor beam? Or the weird questions? It started with this noise. Outside my window. Like... like a chainsaw and a karaoke … [Read more...] about Unidentified Feelings
Missed Calculations
In this monologue from the play, "Missed Calculations", Tyler, a middle school boy, must explain to his math teacher what happened to his missing homework. TYLER: Uh, Mrs. Jenkins, can I talk to you for a sec? It's about the homework... No, no, I did it! I swear! But, um, my dog, Buster, he... he ate my homework. (Beat, seeing the teacher's skepticism) No, really! It's … [Read more...] about Missed Calculations
The Art of Seduction
In this monologue from the play, "The Art of Seduction", Arthur confesses that he's not exactly an ideal affair partner. ARTHUR: I mean, who knew that attempting a... a liaison would be so complicated? You see, I'm not the kind of guy who does this sort of thing. I'm the 'nice guy,' at least I was. But somewhere along the line, I started feeling like life was passing me by. … [Read more...] about The Art of Seduction