The West. The new frontier. Many African Americans made new lives for themselves out there, but it wasn’t easy. Miss Leah, Sophie, and Fannie have been thriving on their own and when Sophie and Fannie’s younger sister Minnie comes to visit with her husband Frank, things get interesting.
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Pieces by Hywel John
Jack and Beatrice are twins who have lost their parents. They don’t have any grandparents, aunts or uncles to look after them, so their care is left in the hands of their godmother, Sophie. She is wildly unprepared and together they grieve and try to remember the past. The Monologues Genre: Drama Character specifics: BeaContinue reading “Pieces by Hywel John”
Interlock by Ira Levin
Hilde, a young German immigrant, works for a disabled woman, Mrs. Price, and she has no shortage of wealth. Hilde’s fiance, Paul, is also a German immigrant and a young pianist, who dreams of having a career in music. Hilde hopes that Mrs. Price will take an interest in Paul’s ambitions and she does, butContinue reading “Interlock by Ira Levin”
The Wake of Jamey Foster by Beth Henley
It’s the wake of Jamey Foster. His family has gathered to lay him to rest. However, through a series of revelations, realized they never really liked him. You’re not supposed to speak ill of the dead, but sometimes an untimely death is welcomed. The Monologues Genre: Comedy/Drama This play contains: (1) Short Monologue (2) MediumContinue reading “The Wake of Jamey Foster by Beth Henley”
The Assembled Parties by Richard Greenberg
In 1980, an Upper West Side Jewish family is brought together for holiday dinner. An unusual guest is invited and becomes involved with the family drama. After 20 years, the perfect looking family is falling apart. Change is the only thing that is certain, but how do you find solid ground? The Monologues Genre: Comedy/DramaContinue reading “The Assembled Parties by Richard Greenberg”
Sweat by Lynn Nottage
In Reading, Pennsylvania a group of factory workers are living their lives. Waking up, going to the factory, working all day, and coming home. All is well, until economic turmoil hits. Soon they are out of work and replaced by those who will work for less. It’s a tragic story of everyday people struggling toContinue reading “Sweat by Lynn Nottage”
Melancholy Play by Sarah Ruhl
Tilly is melancholy, but has an allure that entrances even stranger. She suddenly becomes happy and causes chaos to those who found her intriguing. Then her hairdresser, Frances, is so melancholy she turns into an almond! Tilly rallies everyone to get Frances back in hopes that they can save her. The Monologues Genre: Drama ThisContinue reading “Melancholy Play by Sarah Ruhl”
Fireflies by Donja R. Love
Olivia and Charles live in the Jim Crow South. She writes the speeches and he brings her words to life. The Movement is bringing hope. People are marching for their freedom. However, Olivia and Charles’ marriage begins to fall apart. Will they be able to survive the civil and emotional unrest? The Monologues Genre: DramaContinue reading “Fireflies by Donja R. Love”
Middletown by Will Eno
We get a look into the lives of residents of a small American town. A friendship begins between resident John Dodge and the town’s newest arrival, Mary Swanson. The townspeople’s lives intersect in unexpected ways. The Monologues Genre: Dramatic Comedy This play contains: (1) Short Monologue (6) Medium Monologues Monologues for men Monologues for theseContinue reading “Middletown by Will Eno”
Distracted by Lisa Loomer
Nine-year-old Jesse has issues. Is it ADD? Dad says he’s just being a kid, psychologists say he needs to be medicated, and Mama just wants answers. In a world of constant noise aren’t all of us at least a little bit distracted? The Monologues Genre: Comedy This play contains: (2) Short Monologues A monologue forContinue reading “Distracted by Lisa Loomer”
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