Nothing Ever Happens by
24 Sep. 2021
“
This short monologue is about as dark as it can get. But it speaks the truth about many things. It makes me want to do better in this life, or I'll be sent to his hell. ”
←
Marj O'Neill-Butler
Recommended by Marj O'Neill-Butler
- Gown by23 Sep. 2021“ Life can be so fleeting. This beautiful short play addresses the joy of experiencing something you might not get to see later on. There is both joy and sorrow in this piece, just like in life. Three great female roles, too. ”
- Strangers and No Train by23 Sep. 2021“ I wish there were more Bert’s in the world. Tried and true and so kind. A lost young woman runs into him on a lonely, non-active train station. She’s stuck, but he makes the best of it for her. A lovely chance meeting. ”
- Gravestones by20 Sep. 2021“ There is something about our pasts that we need to know. Who we are and where we came from. Camille is stalwart in seeking her great grandmother’s grave. There’s a funny bit of humor in this piece and an underlining friendship with her two male compatriots that works very well. ”
- 20 by17 Sep. 2021“ This vivid monologue doesn't say what actually happened, but talks about the aftermath. Of inhaling ashes of things you don't want to think about. Of rebuilding but never forgetting. ”
- Remember Me? by16 Sep. 2021“ Sometimes the unexpected is more shocking than the actual event. A slip on a patch of ice gives instant perspective to a young and healthy man. The recovery happens, but the scar is ever lasting. This is touching monologue about a man whose life changed in an instant. ”
- "I love parties" by7 Sep. 2021“ Aunt Patty, you are something else! One of those gorgeous dames who might be past her prime but wont give into it. This delightful monologue zings along as she recalls sharing a taxi with a boring young man. Except he might not be that boring after all! Deserved winner of the Hear Me Out Monologue Competition. For a good time read Aunt Patty. ”
- By the Way by5 Sep. 2021“ I like the twists and turns that I didn't expect. An honest conversation between two strangers. The truth telling feels good, and this short play zips right along. Great two hander for two women over 40. ”
- Visitation by1 Sep. 2021“ Just when you think you know where this short play is heading, there's a twist and a surprise ending which I didn't see coming, A very strong two hander dealing with addiction. ”
- DORM PARTY (A Zoom Play) by29 Aug. 2021“ A perfect concept for a Zoom play. Two lonely freshmen girls find each other in a Zoom party. The fact that they are the only two at the party is part of the fun and discovery in this endearing play. The ending is perfect too. ”