The Waiting Room

by Alli Hartley-Kong

When loud-mouth comedian Natalie violates the fight club etiquette of the waiting room of a fertility clinic, an
unexpected and hilarious friendship forms between her and Katherine, another women who is
waiting…not just to see the doctor, but to have a chance to start her family.

When loud-mouth comedian Natalie violates the fight club etiquette of the waiting room of a fertility clinic, an
unexpected and hilarious friendship forms between her and Katherine, another women who is
waiting…not just to see the doctor, but to have a chance to start her family.

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  • James Binz: The Waiting Room by Alli Hartley-Kong
    “

    Difficult subject for sure. The characters clash and then meld and the ending is very satisfying. Allie Hartley-Kong creates the conflict in a visual and audio way and let's the protagonists battle it out. Nicely done and a worthy piece to see on stage! 10/18/2024

    Difficult subject for sure. The characters clash and then meld and the ending is very satisfying. Allie Hartley-Kong creates the conflict in a visual and audio way and let's the protagonists battle it out. Nicely done and a worthy piece to see on stage! 10/18/2024

    ”
  • Allan Maule: The Waiting Room by Alli Hartley-Kong
    “

    This play successfully tackles a serious subject like fertility treatments with hilarity and heart, making it easy to recommend. Had the good fortune to see this piece performed at the Midwest Dramatist Conference, and the combination of humor and tension resonated strongly with the audience. Give this one a look and you won't be disappointed.

    This play successfully tackles a serious subject like fertility treatments with hilarity and heart, making it easy to recommend. Had the good fortune to see this piece performed at the Midwest Dramatist Conference, and the combination of humor and tension resonated strongly with the audience. Give this one a look and you won't be disappointed.

    ”
  • Philip Middleton Williams: The Waiting Room by Alli Hartley-Kong
    “

    The personality clashes in this short piece are cringe-worthy for all the right reasons because we see that Natalie is using her outdoor voice and behavior to cover for her near-panic, and Katherine, who uses her attention and responses to Natalie to calm her own trepidation. It is a mismatch that works on all levels, and watching these two people find their way is deeply meaningful. (10/5/24)

    The personality clashes in this short piece are cringe-worthy for all the right reasons because we see that Natalie is using her outdoor voice and behavior to cover for her near-panic, and Katherine, who uses her attention and responses to Natalie to calm her own trepidation. It is a mismatch that works on all levels, and watching these two people find their way is deeply meaningful. (10/5/24)

    ”
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NATALIE: Thirty five. Loud, bold, foul-mouthed comedian with little social graces who is a-okay with being
that way.
KATHERINE: Around the same age. Has a quiet sadness about her but opens up as the play continues.
NURSE: Off-stage, one line. Can be read by a stage manager or other backstage crew member.