←Recommendations of RESPECT THE NOSE -a monologue

So, listen: I'm the villain in this monologue. I'm the coulrophobic. And for the record and in my defense: it's not because of Pennywise or Poltergeist, it's a visceral thing that predates both -- but we can get into that later. To the point: Occasionally people write really great stuff that makes me see and/or think about clowns, despite myself. (See also Adam Szymkowicz's brilliant and triggering Clown Bar.) In RESPECT THE NOSE, Monica Cross has written a witty, moving, and entertaining cris de couer/rallying cry/showstopper that demands my admiration, heebie-jeebies be damned. Respect, Cozymittens. Respect.

Respect "RESPECT THE NOSE." It's not just a fascinating exploration of clowning. It's also an inspiring anthem to self-expression, a useful meditation on finding your own voice that is distinct from the culture surrounding you. A great piece for young actors.

Everyone has an inner clown and it's a joyful, insightful and empowering thing to be 'in nose' as this monologue describes so brilliantly. Disclaimer: I am a clown doctor so may be biased!

So glad to have read RESPECT THE NOSE by Monica Cross for its wonderful articulation of what goes into clowning. Any artist who helps us understand what we once knew of the world as children and have since forgotten should be celebrated and - if you haven’t already - this monologue is a fine play to start!

Horror movies have stolen the clown, but Cozymittens is stealing it back in this delightful and insightful monologue. I think seeing it on stage would not only be entertaining but also therapeutic to those who labor under the misconception that clowns are supposed to be scary. Well done!

This monologue really breaks down the reality of what being a clown is to the performer, from discovering this world of entertainment exists, to actually respecting it and giving each goofy bit the respect it deserves. This is a super intelligent monologue about clowning, sure. But it is also about someone finding themselves, outside of who the world already labeled them to be.

MONICA CROSS’s monologue is intriguing as it provides a window into one clown’s thoughts on what’s so special about dressing up in a funny suit and hair, wearing a clown nose, and changing the way you walk and talk. “Respect The Nose” is interesting from beginning to end, I will never, ever think of a clown in the same way. You need to read this short play!

A subtle monologue that starts with a character talking about clown class, but this monologue turns into so much more. Cross shows us that clowns are not the scary red-nosed monsters most people think they are, but are instead explorers of the self, reality, even happiness. This monologue defies expectations and demands that the audience "respect the nose!" I loved it!

This is a delightful monologue that talks about clowns being the embodiment of innocence. I have never understood why people are afraid of clowns. They exist to entertain you and take the pressure off your day by making the simplest task seem possible. #floridadramatists