In this monologue from the play, "Common Ground" Emma, a passionate and outspoken teen activist, about 17 years old. She's in a community center, addressing Jake, a more laid-back and reluctant participant in the community service project. EMMA: Look, Jake, I get it. You don’t want to be here. You think this community project is a waste of time, just another box to check off … [Read more...] about Common Ground
Plays
Backtrack
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
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