P.J. Reed

Dave is cooking a meal for his wife but as the monologue unfolds the audience realises Dave is anything but an ideal husband, as his compulsion to observe others, specifically his neighbors, is revealed with a candidness that’s both unsettling and strangely charismatic. His mannerisms—the smirks, winks, and sighs—add a manipulative charm to his unsettling behavior.

"The Night Boyfriend" monologue features Andrew, a seemingly friendly and well-dressed man, sitting in his girlfriend Cassie's bedroom in the early hours before dawn. He reflects on their relationship while examining her makeup and personal items in the semi-darkness. Andrew speaks lovingly about Cassie, recounting their first meeting at a hospital where she works as a nurse and how he instantly felt a connection. He describes how he visits her flat regularly to "protect" her, explaining that she had a scare with an intruder recently.

However, as Andrew continues, it becomes clear that their relationship is not what it seems. Cassie is asleep, having taken sleeping pills, and Andrew reveals that he visits her secretly without her knowledge. He admits to replacing items in her flat, such as a dead rose, with new ones and even takes a pair of her underwear as he prepares to leave before she wakes. The unsettling twist reveals that Andrew is not Cassie’s actual boyfriend but someone intruding into her life without her consent, living out a fantasy of being her "secret boyfriend."
'The Night Boyfriend' blends a creepy obsession with romanticized devotion, creating an eerie and suspenseful atmosphere.

'The Coming Out' is a dark, unsettling exploration of a killer’s mind, blending tension with macabre humor as it subverts expectations about identity and personal revelation.
The Coming Out follows William Tyler, a seemingly ordinary young man, as he sits in his dark dining room, preparing to share a significant personal revelation. At first, it appears to be a heartfelt confession about his identity, similar to what many might experience when coming out to loved ones. However, as William’s monologue progresses, it takes a chilling turn. His "coming out" is not about his sexuality, but rather an admission of being a serial killer.
William speaks to an unseen audience, recounting the night he confessed to his parents about his "true nature." While his mother and father reacted with understanding and support, they were unaware of the true horror behind his words. William reveals that, shortly after his confession, he murdered both of his parents, leaving their bodies lying unnoticed in the room.
In a disturbingly calm manner, William discusses his fascination with murder, detailing his preference for poison over knives, and his view of hunting as a thrill, superior to drugs or sex. He expresses no remorse, only amusement and a twisted sense of freedom in his actions. The play ends with William casually threatening the audience, reminding them that he knows where they live, before the lights cut out.

Nurse Greene appears to be a compassionate, hardworking nurse who has just finished a grueling 13-hour night shift. She speaks cheerfully about her job and the people she cares for, including a recent patient, Mrs. Avery, whose family thanked her with flowers and a card. However, as her monologue progresses, it becomes clear that Nurse Greene is not what she seems.

She reveals a sinister side, mentioning her collection of thank-you cards, obituaries, and hospital wristbands from patients she has helped "comfortably" pass away. She enjoys being the last person her patients see, taking pride in giving them what she considers a peaceful end. Greene nonchalantly recounts mistakes, like causing a patient's blood to spray everywhere, and describes her plan to hasten the death of a current patient, Mr. Clarke, with a lethal dose of morphine.

Her dark nature is further exposed when she fantasizes about harming her supervisor, Matron, whom she perceives as suspicious of her actions. As the monologue ends, Nurse Greene’s calm and calculated demeanor highlights the chilling reality that she views herself as an "Angel of Death," easing her patients' suffering, while hiding behind her role as a nurse.

The Thespian centers on Laurence, a refined yet unraveling actor in his thirties, preparing for a unique, unsettling "performance." Dressed in black and seated before a mirror surrounded by remnants of faded press clippings, Laurence reflects on his struggles with the acting world, his obsession with legacy, and the scorn of a former drama teacher who doubted his talent. As he applies his makeup, he reveals a dark twist - he has taken his form of street theatre to a scary darker level.

Cooking with Asmodeus is a darkly comedic monologue where the demon Asmodeus hosts a supernatural cooking show aimed at lonely, otherworldly beings. Set in a dimly lit room with only a faint glow illuminating his face, Asmodeus stirs his cauldron with flair and shares cooking tips with a sinister twist.

The monologue "Ticked Off" features Brent, a quiet, composed man sitting in a café, engaging in a chilling conversation with a journalist. Brent reveals himself as a serial killer, addressing the media’s misrepresentation of him and his "work." He dismisses the horrors of his actions, casually discussing how he murdered fourteen men, claiming his killings are an art form and a necessary evil to rid society of the weak.
Brent’s demeanor is calm, rationalizing his violent urges as natural and even beneficial. He demands an apology from the journalist for insulting him in an article and ends with a veiled threat, implying the journalist will be his next victim if they do not comply.
The monologue blends calm politeness with sinister menace, showcasing Brent's disturbed yet methodical mindset.

'Leg Man' is a darkly comedic monologue featuring Daniel, a man who casually recounts his unsettling actions to the audience. While eating dinner, he explains how his curiosity led him to steal a woman's leg, which he found exposed outside a duvet. Daniel, who views himself as intelligent and morally justified, describes taking the leg home, preserving it in his freezer, and occasionally handling it. His dismissive attitude toward women, coupled with his rationalizations, reveal his narcissism and moral detachment. The monologue blends humor with disturbing content, highlighting themes of obsession, control, and deviance.

In a sharp, darkly humorous monologue, John, a meticulous and arrogant office worker, finds himself in a disciplinary meeting with HR, summoned under the guise of a "chat." The reason? His missing lunch—a chicken sandwich, clearly labeled with “Do Not Eat”—was taken by a colleague, Dave, who is now hospitalized with severe food poisoning. The sandwich had been in John's briefcase for weeks, an accidental but potent trap for the unwitting thief.

In Mr. Wrong, Andy, a seemingly polite and well-spoken man, stands outside his new girlfriend Marie's door, recounting his morning as he "looks out" for her after an abruptly ended first date. What begins as friendly concern quickly takes a sinister turn, as he reveals he spent hours waiting in her garden, folding her laundry, and even followed her home after noticing her social media activity. His unsettling attentiveness, masked by a smiling, courteous demeanor, soon exposes a disturbing obsession.

"Too Much Coffee" is a cleverly written dark comedy that uses absurdity to explore death, complacency, and the small pleasures of life. It presents a humorous, albeit bleak, reflection on how we can be so absorbed in our routines that even death becomes just another inconvenience. Dave’s indifference toward his own demise reflects a broader existential uncertainty, and his fixation on coffee becomes a metaphor for the comforts we cling to, even in the face of life’s unpredictability.

In this tense psychological monologue, Joshua, a well-spoken and smartly dressed psychology student in his 20s, prepares for his first date with Lucy-Lu, 22. The story unfolds as Joshua meticulously gets ready for the date, revealing his obsessive tendencies and inner thoughts.
Lucy-Lu is delayed by an emergency. However, Joshua patiently waits and continues preparing for the date. Through his monologue, we learn about his strained relationship with his late father, his unconventional academic choices, and his interest in forensic psychology.
As Joshua continues his meticulous preparations, a hidden layer of darkness emerges. He reveals a black sports bag containing surgical gloves, stockings, and a surgical mask, hinting at a darker motive. Joshua's mention of Forensic Psych. and Locard's exchange theory raises questions about his involvement in crime scenes.
The tension heightens as Joshua receives the news that Lucy-Lu is on her way. He hastily finishes his preparations, puts the peculiar items in his bag, and waits for his date. The monologue concludes with the doorbell ringing, leaving the audience with a sense of unease and anticipation.

"Lucy-Lu, 22 - Joshua" explores themes of obsession, deception, and the hidden layers of the human psyche, keeping viewers on the edge of their seats as they wonder what awaits Lucy-Lu behind Joshua's seemingly charming facade.

Shelby is on her phone while on a Zoom meeting with her college councillor, who is concerned about how she is dealing with the death of her grandmother. During the course of the meeting the councillor begins to wonder how Shelby's grandmother really died.