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Dramatic

Apology Tour

February 8, 2024 by James Larson Leave a Comment

dramatic monologue for woman

In this monologue from the play, "Apology Tour", Mona, now married with a kid, has something to say to her ex-boyfriend, Lance. MONA: Well, it's good to see you. Charles and Eli say hello. (beat) I just want to say. (beat) Nevermind. It's just that... I'm sorry how I was when we were together. I was young. Selfish. Probably scared out of my mind that you didn't really like … [Read more...] about Apology Tour

The Weight of Dreams

February 2, 2024 by James Larson Leave a Comment

monologue for teenage boy

In this monologue from the play, "The Weight of Dreams", Ethan, a 17-year-old high school student, confronts his mom. ETHAN: I know you and dad always wanted the best for me. Straight A's, captain of the soccer team, top colleges. And I've tried, I really have. But... this isn't me, okay? I feel like I'm living your life. I'm just checking off another box on the list of what … [Read more...] about The Weight of Dreams

Outside the Lines

January 10, 2024 by James Larson Leave a Comment

dramatic monologues for men

In this monologue from the play, "Outside the Lines", Don, a man overshadowed by his artist brother's clear sense of purpose, embarks on a raw and real journey of self-discovery to find his own identity and passion in life. DON: I don't know who I am! You always knew who you were. I'm tired of being the reliable one. Is this all my life is supposed to be? You don't have much … [Read more...] about Outside the Lines

From Her Shadow

January 10, 2024 by James Larson Leave a Comment

monologues for women

In this monologue from the play, "From Her Shadow", Claire resolves to break the cycle of her mother's unpredictable love as she embarks on her own journey of motherhood with her newborn daughter. CLAIRE: I know we don't talk much. I guess I never know what to say. I loved you, but you didn't treat me right. Not the way a mom's supposed to treat her daughter. I wish you … [Read more...] about From Her Shadow

Fade to Gray

January 5, 2024 by James Larson Leave a Comment

monologues on depression

In this monologue from the play, "Fade to Gray", Phil and Chloe have just had a big fight and Phil has decided on a new course of action. PHIL: I'm tired, Chloe. I'm tired of work, I'm tired of friends, I'm... tired of you, sometimes. It's not that I don't love you, I just don't know how to function anymore. Every color around me is faded to gray. And I used to know how to … [Read more...] about Fade to Gray

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