←Recommendations of "It's All About Me"

For some marriage sacrifices independence, identity itself -- the "you" for "us." Martineau explores the emotional price that is paid for those who want out of marriage -- not forever, no, just for a bit -- even if it means adultery or, at least, flirtation at the Christmas tree sales lot. It's the thought-process about independence as transgression within marriage that is captivating in this monologue.

What a powerful and vulnerable monologue that speaks to losing oneself. It's perfect. Who is a wife when she is part of a team but acts alone? Simple thought provoking.

A short monologue, but with a big punch! This piece gets straight to the point about asking about identity. Can we keep our own identity in a relationship, or are we destined to lose some of it. A question so many of us can relate to. And the xmas cards...yep, i sign on behalf of too!

The feeling of losing yourself and your individual identity within the "us" of a married unit is so relatable and described so well in this monologue. Andrew Martinueau says so much with so little in this piece. I love it.

Losing your sense of self in a relationship is what so many of us feel. This wonderful monologue captures that feeling of loss of self as an independent person, and wondering what if I was just me again. A great vehicle for an actor!

I so related to this beautiful piece about not losing your individual self when in a relationship. I know what it's like to reach far back to find the person you were before this other person came into your life and reclaim her for yourself. Playwright Andrew Martineau has crafted a touching, funny, and thoughtful monologue about the choices we make. "You're always sorry/ You're always grateful". Well, I'm always grateful I get to read another of Andrew Martineau's plays. A gorgeous monologue that actors will love.

A profound short monologue. You learn so much about this character and she tells such a compelling story. I was thoroughly engrossed from the first line until the closing. Exceptionally well done and would be a wonderful part for any actress to play!

Jenny perfectly captures the captured feeling which I'm sure most, if not all married people feel at some point. She cleverly chooses the happiest time of the year, and yet statisticians tell us that divorce doubles in January. Her fleeting thought of an affair provides a quick thrill, the thrill that she could do something for her...not for them...or for us...but for her alone.

Andrew’s NPX profile is full of recommendations and it’s easy to see why. He writes with depth and wit across his full length plays and shorter pieces. It’s All About Me does what all great monologues do - show us a compelling perspective on life. Great piece for an audience or a short festival.

Martineau skillfully packs this short monologue with some glorious subtext! A relatable storyline ... lovely language cadance! This would be a perfect audition monologue for a gifted actor!