In this monologue from the play, "In the Middle", high-schooler Ryan is speaking up for himself after an altercation at school. RYAN: Yeah, okay, I threw the punch. I’m not denying it. But I didn’t start it. He pushed me first. And you know what? I wasn’t even mad about that. I could’ve walked away. But then he pushed her. And the way he was looking at her, like she didn’t … [Read more...] about In the Middle
Dramatic Plays - 1 Woman, 1 Man
Beyond Words
LAWRENCE: I didn't know what love at first sight was until I saw you. I thought it was just about wanting someone, wanting to do things with someone. But it's more than that. It's this immediate recognition of someone. Like when two separate notes come together to make a harmony. There's a beauty to it that's beyond words. And I don't want to, or mean to, scare you off in any … [Read more...] about Beyond Words
Just One Night
In this monologue from the play, "Just One Night", Laura confronts the guy she's been dating about their future. LAURA: When we met, you said you wanted something serious. That's why I went out with you. I want a future with someone, not a one-night-free-for-all-memory-I'd-rather-forget. Why doesn't anyone want that anymore? Why don't... you... want that anymore? Did I … [Read more...] about Just One Night
Strong Ones
In this monologue from the play, "Strong Ones", Reese is confronting their siblings about their reality now that their mom is passed. REESE: Well mom's not coming back! That's not how it works. We've gotta figure this out on our own now. Dad's a mess. We have to be the strong ones. Us. So either you're in or you're out. And before you say you're out, just know... I'll do … [Read more...] about Strong Ones
Last Beginning
In this monologue from the play, "Last Beginning", Casey seeks answers from a difficult relationship. CASEY: You think I don't know I messed up? You think I don't wake up crying because of what I did to you? I can't go back and change it, so what do you want me to do now? How else can I punish myself, torture myself so you can feel better... If you can't get over it, … [Read more...] about Last Beginning