Not even scuba gear can save us from the horrors of the ocean! Cafe Grumpy, the cutest, littlest coffee shop of all the cute, little coffee shops in the area. Genre: Dramatic, (Harold could be talking to a photo of his wife, or kneeling and placing flowers on her grave.). Thats the only thing I learned from chemistry class this year, but Im not sure I agree. Though I suppose it wasnt really your idea, was it? There are worse things. I hate getting on a scale and feeling like its screaming at me to get off. Everest, and apparently, when people die up there, they just leave the bodies. We are only sixteen, so Mom thinks were too young, but one day itll happen. Which button do I press? Or, or picking out the wedding cake. You just need to live in your current reality and in the moment. (Turns back to the phone and walks away) You have got to be kidding. Even though a run scores, it doesnt even matter. Thats for them to ask you, just shut up and sit down, you silly human being. Little did he know that my history of self-harm made me tolerant to pain and my terrible upbringing made me a great fighter. (Apply red lipstick.) Im 17 now. Well, then. NOW. In this monologue hes talking to Jason, his best friend, about an important decision that lie ahead: Stay in the now and accept what you have, or leave this world behind for the unknown.Jason, I want to ask you something. Moving on- oh, what a pleasant surprise! Theres another one! (Turns off the webcam and uploads video to YouTube). Even the G train. I was the one who deserved his care. And yeah, surgery totally sucks, but beauty hurts, right? Its so helpless cant you see? I know I`m young, I cant talk a lot of English, Pero yo entiendo, but I can understand it. Take that, clock! At first, I didnt know what to do. It was so weird. Yes, you, the victim of the stabbing? The Emperor's New Groove 2. The intention is always good, but she tends to overdo it. By: Matilda T., West Gosford, NSW, Australia, Age 8 Gender: Female Genre: Comedic Description: The Goddess Persephone tells of her life with her beloved Hades in the underworld. Wreck It Ralph 3. My mom has apologized for my dad leaving hundreds of times. Third Place Winner! The music for a Whole New World was composed by Alan Menken and the lyrics written by Tim Rice. They never seem to care about anything that concerns me unless I make a mistake. They call it fractal. A few more feet and I would have died. Its kinda creepy I cant even re-freeze without being sure shes not looking. This is for punctuation marks only! Listen, Im not giving you any more than 2%. The doorbell never rang, and my app told me that it arrived. One day, someone from the group to our left said, Do you realize you get to work every day? Working frequently is like the greatest honor we could ever have, by the way. So I started to think, why if I dont belong to a groupI get to work the most? I will have adventures. What I saw was terrifying. Everyone else was left hobbling around like idiots while my brown shoes trudged through the grass. One time, we even planned out how we would make a business together. You just assume I am dangerous? Copyright 19982023, McSweeneys Literary Arts Fund. The part that made me ache was when Ricky told me bout the day they served French toast sticks. It turns out, in the middle of my most desperate moment, my mirror self was wreaking some serious havoc in my life by being mean to everyone and destroying my reputation! Back when the teachers would only discipline the ones who deserved it, not the innocent ones. I shut my eyes tight and just kept hoping everything would just go away. Cool! What matters is that we cant let Faith make this musical flop like the last one. We held our breath as the footsteps above grew closer and closer. We did it all. After he left the room I was stunned. I need to pee but instead, I roam the halls. It was simple; we were given a kit, and supposed to grow yeast. Oh yes, I remember her. But I swear, if I get this promotion I will be the hardest worker youve ever had. Its selfish really, I know, but I deserved one. Its just little things that dont seem racist as a kid, until youre way older, and then you realise, wow (pause), the world sucks. It was just a tradition. Ugh. You can probably guess the rest of the story. Can I be honest? Ill try not to let it happen again. That was before I realized there was so much sadness in the world. (Coughs to clear her throat and smiles.) Im so sorry! This got me thinking about myself, and all the things that have shaped me; They are like the creeks and rivers of my life and I am that big body of water. Frankly, this whole show is pointless. Sooo Im going to go unless you want to lecture me about something else? And I need to point out that in no way did I encourage this. Well, let me tell you. His office is right down the hall, third door on the left. And no throwing them this time! Im Olivia, the dance captain. Do it for the children who need their macaroni. Just go back to the way things were when I was a little girl watching Finding Nemo in the living room and climbing up the stairs like a monkey at 5 am. He interacts with so many girls, you never know who may be eyeing him. I mean, what you dont know cant hurt you, right? Its quite a momentous mountain. Probably the red one. By: Annika G., Calgary, Alberta, Canada, Age 14 Gender:Male Genre:Dramatic Description: A character talks to a younger version of herself (or himself). Popularity means your enough. Well, imagine this. You were a princess, and I was a talking slug. They just hung up. Sounds foolproof, right? Why does Sky have to be such a gossiper with her amazing looks and gorgeous hair, although she is still a four eyes, but I guess I cant say anything (points to glasses). Third Place Winner! What does Stacy think about that? Now to talk about why I was in the hospital. (Is furious again) But that doesnt matter, and frankly, I dont care! As this sash was laid upon me I swore to uphold the standards of Miss Fortune. Alive. In fact, Id be better than fine, Ill be amazing. You see, when I was little, I was a naughty troublemaker. The earth stopped spinning. I regret the decision I made. I started banging at the mirror and shouting Someone help me! So anyway, he ruined the subject English for me. Gender: Any Genre: Dramatic. 4. The day you left we said wed text every day. Yes, you are alive, but sitting around in your house all day, starring at a tv, youre not experiencing anything except for whats next on Fuller House! You need to wake up from your fantasy world Ray. (Pulls flashcard out of her pocket and paces the room) Da da da da da. No! I dont want you to do it anymore. You couldnt set your pride aside for two hours? That was MY pencil you ate, Jeffrey Dahmer! All my scars are. Ive been thin all my life. Can you believe it? I got 2 years just for stepping on that flowerpot. What else was I supposed to do? By: Joel C., Age 16, Melbourne, Australia Description: A pasta maker defends himself in a murder trial. Ive heard you say sorry a million times. Genre: Dramatic. Okay. It was the course of governments that led to the most destructive weapon ever conceived, but it was the people who paid the price. Frankenstein. (Begins experiencing an emotional shift.) Five minutes, thats all. Go to jail. No one ever stops to think about my feelings. By: Sophia M., Age 13, California, USA Gender: Any Genre: Comedic Description: A terrified person is trapped in an elevator. All Im asking is that you try to live a life without her. You get your drivers license and suddenly its like a whole world has opened up. Really different. Metaphor 1. Do you need a glass of water? She always knew what I needed. I mean, it was a big mistake, huge. At least he hasnt left me behind. Hes just too busy to write me back. Im not such a bad guy if you really get to know me. First Place Winner By: Melanie T., Westminster, CA USA, Age 15 Gender: Female Genre: Comedic Description: SMITHIE, 26, was hired last week as a 911 operator and is just getting the hang of her job. Why do I have to suffer through this? I have dignity and poise. Im a liar. Ummmm I can text her that I meant I like shakes but not protein ones. DONT FACE EACH OTHER! Thats it. Every day you wake up and put on multiple outfits and hope one isnt too revealing or slutty or hope its not too boring or basic because the standards people set for you are either high or low and you have to meet the standard or you have to go above and beyond to prove that you are something. When he jumps, he floats to the ceiling, occasionally bumps his head on the lightbulb and breaks it, making the room dark. This is the most heart-wrenching feeling in the world I can feel all my happiness fall into the black pit that lives inside. I actually socialized with people without bringing up books, and now Im going to buy paintings for my wall! They asked for the purge theyre gonna get the purge. Hey! (waits for a response) Yeah I didnt think so. (Pauses.) If I had grown up with the things you have now; the opportunities and resources that you take for granted, I would be miles ahead! I always wished something exciting would happen, something so big it would change my life forever. (Pause) When I look around and realize that the world hasnt come to an end yet and the buildings around me are still standing and people are still living, thats what I realize what I have to do: get out of bed, throw away the crumbled junk food wrappers along with the tear-soaked tissues, and put on my best clothes and go out and live. But how do I know for sure? I was devastated when he died. Dont you dare throw that chair out the window! Wake up But it wasnt long before the crack of several gunshots silenced my thoughts. Its run away a few times, too. After listening to the first ten seconds of a few tracks (just to make sure they were there, I suppose), I switched to A Whole New World. My mom became aware of a problem after about half an hour, during which time I had neglected to take the track off repeat. Or maybe the perfect day would be playing with my cousin at my old house with no chaos or drama to disrupt it all. Under that is a man dressed in old clothes with holes, no socks or shoes. I had an idea when I was younger, and you were amazing to let me follow it. No, Im fine with just water. Good morning, class. You know, my boyfriend tells me Im an (does air quotes with fingers) overprotective and jealous girlfriend, but he just doesnt understand. Most people would love to be me. Second Place Winner! Not brown. I would get a job. It was a disaster, but so was Pompeii. (Softly.) I would never be able to show my face in public. by | Jun 21, 2022 | what is the most accurate latin translator | burlington iowa arrests | Jun 21, 2022 | what is the most accurate latin translator | burlington iowa arrests (sigh) Could you stop yelling for help so much? Adieu. Great! Deep breathe After I calmed down, I thought, never mind, it will still be my story, Ill just look a bit different. He wasnt nice. He screamed Where is it? If you remembered anything, you might remember that, right? But the lead singer doesnt dress like her. You were all I needed, and now Im so alone. Mom, I wish you were here so that I could talk to you. By: Oana Mustata, Age 11, Sibiu, Romania Description: A kid dreams of becoming an astronaut for the most fantastical reasons. (Moment of realization) Ok so maybe Im like totally petrified. Why werent you there to make me dinner when I was too young to use the stove? This is a Comma-free society. How many foxberries, with red berries, like blood stand around the road, so many bloody tears were shed by young women, seeing their husbands off to death. I was trying to be strong for us. And she was meowing like she was hungry, so I just gave her a tiny bit of food. Fair enough I say, puffing out my chest, I can work out This was when I found out they didnt want me to appear as myself in the film. It just tires me out so much. Whats that? The flag represents our country. It's 4:30 in the morning, were fried. What do you mean he said, youre the light of his world? I have three dogs, so if I accidentally left chocolate just laying around then my dogs might EAT IT. One day, they had a special lottery offer. I am tired of being cooped up, but I cant help it. I wanted to stay in her safe little bubble forever. Its so hard to find good help these days. When I was a kid, I used to be afraid of the monster under my bed. I know it has all sorts of interesting creatures, like the bears from Ursa Minor and Major, the winged horse from Pegasus, and the lion from Leo and I heard theres even a Phoenix! Rule #4 If I have company do not talk to them and go into the basement. (bomb goes off) Thats my cue! Really, I just have to get these words out of my system. Bye. Her name is Eve. I think all of this brainstorming has earned me a visit with some of my good friends: Ben and Jerry. By: Alex Tuzov, Age 8, Thailand Description: A merchant ship captain has a conversation with the president of an African country about the iceberg he is towing back from Antarctica for $1 million. That was fun. And being in a grocery store the day before Valentines, that L word isnt exactly scarce. Guys, I know I knocked over a couple of buildings, but if you were my size, you would too. . I try not to have any real friends; they just judge me drag me down. But shes so cuteand really(flirting) whats one more? Everyone thinks I am a cheater. PIGEONS! Okay, bye. Everyone melts eventually. (pause) Okay, yes. By: Shelby Diner Description: A teenager tries to write a letter to their brother who is in the military Genre: Dramatic, (Jack is sitting at his desk in his room with a single piece of paper and a pencil on his desk.) I was a sophomore, and this whole high school thing? In the distance, I could hear the familiar hush of the ocean. how do I start this? Its too dangerous. Wait a minute, thats it! (beat) No? I think of myself as more of an adventurer. Yes of course! Which means that I will be slaving away filling up the yard debris bin and the recycling container and dragging all the bins to the curb. Gender: Any Genre: Dramatic. 2. Oh, theres that book Im supposed to read for English class. [Absently] Ah, but death is calling me back. Second Place Winner! The feeling of loneliness hits you. I grabbed the handlebars of my bike, and then came the roar. And the kid thinks everything is fun. Yeah, well, Ive kind of been running away from them all. My Love Charlie, I miss you. Now, I believe I accidentally added some of the other substances that we had been mixing. Is this song an example of a monologue? Sorry folks, its not gonna start raining men until that water goes down. How great you are for helping out that disabled boy. I guess I dont have to tell you the rest. This is. Okay? We need you in the fifth-grade classroom. There are always days when you feel horrible, but what if its every day? Adieu. I would like to share one of my favorite memories of her and I, when I first met her and found the love of my life, I instantly knew that we were meant to be together, and I told that other man that was looking at you Back off shes mine. And it was true. Its a a blackout? Youll never take over the world or have any henchmen. If youre ever looking for a nice, quiet, safe place to sleep rough in a city, try a graveyard. Genre: Dramatic, Woman: (Starts to cry a little bit) I just dont get it. Ive got it. Thanks for talking about this with me Mrs. G. I know Im struggling with focus. Well, except for the fact Im scared. Now as I can see on your resume, I understand that you used to work for our rival company, Bath and Body works. Oh! (pause) Tomorrow? Because evidently with any of the three you can and will eventually go into the sea of death. Hmm, what is trendy now? You know Alex, right? STOP SNICKERING! A Whole New World put Disney back on top as it was the first song to reach No. Okay. I just have to say one more thing. I have dedicated 28 years to that store, and the fine customers inside it. But at this point is it even worth it? I might just read a little bit more. It brings me back to when I lived in London, I suppose you can relate, cant you mate? And scene! You recognize me. Your scientists will want to work with me on this. (Laughs humorlessly) Its funnybecause I really am so tired of being alone. I know. Thats what my mom says anyway. We needed time, and so we finally made it. But theyre supposed to. Its hard to have your own unique personality when you spend the majority of your day reading books. Thats why thats why I-I-I already told you. Hel-. Ill find it eventually. Not me. You have one job, ankle, one job: Stay. See doesnt that sound scary to you? But Im strawberry too right? (Attempts to turn camera off. First I tried to tell dad, but he was asleep. THE FACT THAT YOU HAVE SHRIMP PREPARING FOOD! Oh, how awful that wouldve been never fulfilling my true purpose. The Little Mermaid 8. Lemme tell you the truth about this whole Three Little Pigs thing. Can I stay here for a couple of days while I figure out what to do? [Scornfully] I have witnessed first-hand how vile men can act in times of war and tyranny all in hopes of their survival, and possible glory. I am never gonna let someone treat me like nothing and I dont even care if it was her first day! The heroes will save you? We get a window into her upbringing and what her parents were like, particularly her relationship with her mother, which I thought was useful backstory in terms of explaining who this woman is. By: Zoe Marner, Ontario, Canada, Age 17 Gender: Any (can be changed to be delivered by a son) Genre: Dramatic Description: A daughter delivers an honest eulogy at her fathers funeral. You also cant keep it in your pocket. I have to tell her. My mom told me one day this would all go away, and that one day Ill be able to look at everyone with a smile again. I made a lot of new friends in Middle School, some that I still have all the way to now, in high school. What am I supposed to do? Short Essays on Favorite Songs, Inspired by Nick Hornbys Songbook: This Could Be the Night, Short Essays on Favorite Songs, Inspired by Nick Hornbys Songbook: Piotr Ilyich Tchaikovskys 1812 Overture.. Yeah. The mall. Ricky was the bees knees, even though he was a lil too old for us high school girls. Youll never do anything with your sad little life and thats that. She cut all of her hair off? Thats a feral cat if Ive ever seen one. Everyone looked at us like we were crazy. Wait. Hi. I took too long walkin the dog. The mine completely blew off my leg and I was left there to die. Okay? Second Place Winner! Can you- Could you repeat that slower, sir? Thats when I realized that monsters truly are everywhere. By: Louis McCartney, Age 17, Northern Ireland Description: Marilyn Monroe talks at her own funeral about three important moments in her life. No matter how hard I try to discover the secret of what goes on in the mind of a female, it will forever be a mystery. But quite honestly, every day is my birth-day now. Uhhhh, I just vomited, thinking about him. Strange New Worlds season 2's trailer pays no lip service to season 1's cliffhangers in favor of reminding audiences that the Starship Enterprise is back for even more exciting outer space adventures. (Pause) I refuse because I would rather the reflection in my mirror remain a blur. (beat) What was that? So, from now on I will call you Courage. (pause) No, no, no, no, no, dont get dad. (She reaches to put the bear on the shelf, but is interrupted by a phone call. You can do this. Yes, I know that I can have salad instead, and salad is only 200 calories. By: Jayla and Selene, Age 13, New South Wales, Australia Description: An astronaut gives a rather enlightening talk about space. There are plenty who are, though. The crews thereeverybody's so lovely. Your melting. Lightning broke the sky outside and traveled along the ground and through my bicycle. But it is bad for me to as him out? I will tell her it was auto correct. Ive been thinking a lot about the double helix and how it reminds me of sacred geometry. Intern1 Excuses, excuses. If you want to ask if its a phase or a fad. You know the times when you lie in the dark and ponder upon questions about life? Most of these monologues are short and easy to learn, ideal for children under the age of fifteen. (Sighs, head in hands.) Dont think about me too much! Today my family and I are packed up and are ready to move somewhere else again. (Dramatically sets the scene) Seriously just imagine it, a storm suddenly hits, the air grows cold, and the sky darkens. Man, I knew this would happen, you think Im going insane arent you? Without the people, without the water, its just a skeleton of what its supposed to be. I hope you understand. By: Ruby Whitehorn, Age 17, Michigan, USA Description: Nationally ranked high school basketball player struggles with making the decision to confess using steroids for the championship game. Its got these big soaring harmonies that are mirrored exactly by whats onscreen, and it ends with them falling in love (symbolized in that classic G-rating way, held hands and head resting on shoulder).
