In this monologue from the play "At World's End", Mara, an older woman, reflects on the lost world and the new reality of a post-apocalyptic life. MARA: Here, take the last piece of bread. You need it more than I do. You know, before, I was a teacher. I used to tell my students about the importance of sharing, of kindness. It's a lesson I have to learn again … [Read more...] about At World’s End
Plays
I Spy With My Little Eye
In "I Spy With My Little Eye", an elderly couple's overzealous attempt at neighborhood espionage leads them into a series of misadventures as they try to unmask a suspected spy living next door. WALTER: Margaret! I've cracked it, I've really cracked it this time! You know our neighbor, Mr. Davidson? Or at least that's what he says his name is. But I've found him out, once … [Read more...] about I Spy With My Little Eye
That’s An Order
In this monologue from the play, "That's An Order", James, a veteran in his 40s, grappling with the aftermath of his service in a recent conflict, confesses to another war veteran, Aaqel, how he feels about the war and his part in it. JAMES: War. It’s a machine. A cold, heartless machine. And you and I were nothing but cogs in it. Pawns moved across a chessboard by hands … [Read more...] about That’s An Order
Mismatched
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
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