Ava, a high school student with social anxiety, musters the courage to speak to her long-time crush for the first time, challenging her fears in the hopes of starting a new friendship or possibly more. AVA: Hey, um, I know this might seem out of the blue, and you probably don't know me. I'm Ava. I sit behind you in science class. I'm the one who laughed a bit too loud … [Read more...] about Sky Panic
Plays
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
Broken Clock
In this monologue from the play "Broken Clock", Charlie shares his deep frustration and sadness over his son's behavior and their deteriorating relationship. CHARLIE: You know, when I look at him, I see a stranger. That boy, our son, he's turned into someone I can't even recognize. Every word out of his mouth is like a jab, every action a defiance. What happened to the kid … [Read more...] about Broken Clock
Let’s Talk Business
In this monologue from the play, "Let's Talk Business", Norma lays down the rules as she's been newly promoted. NORMA: Okay, team, gather round. Let’s talk business. Now, I know what you're thinking. Norma, the woman who once sold ice to Eskimos, is about to lay down the law. And you’re right. Rule one: No nonsense. That includes those endless meetings about meetings. … [Read more...] about Let’s Talk Business