In this scene from the play "Mismatched," Emma, a free-spirited and slightly eccentric woman, and Brian, a serious, by-the-book accountant go on a blind date. BRIAN: Emma? Brian. From the dating app. EMMA: Ah, the elusive Brian! Have a seat! I got you a double espresso, seemed like your kind of drink. BRIAN: That's very... perceptive of you. Thanks. EMMA: Yeah, your … [Read more...] about Mismatched
Comedic
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
Ghost Hunters
In this monologue from the comedic play, "Ghost Hunters", Alex, a logical, scientifically-minded individual who, during a harrowing encounter with a ghost during a ghost-hunting adventure, grapples with his skepticism and fear, challenging his own beliefs in the face of the supernatural. ALEX: No, no, no! This can't be happening. Ghosts, spirits... they're just fairy tales, … [Read more...] about Ghost Hunters
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