Written by: Aldo Gomez
Based on a True Event
Characters
• (Al) Al - Male Lead; 17 years old; a confident guy, but when it comes to girls he is as shy as they come.
• (Tht) Al's Thoughts - Main Character; He is the physical manifestation of Al's thoughts.
• (An) Anna - Female Lead; 17 years old; relaxed girl, easy going, caring and loved by everyone; seems shy to many people; Al's main interest.
• (Nl) Neil - Minor character; mid 20's; the producer of the current play going on in the theater; It seems as if he is always last to leave.
• (Cm 1) Companion 1 - 17 years old; another actor in the current play; seems to be friendly with everyone, but tends to be a klutz.
• (Cm 2) Companion 2 - 18 years old; another actor in the current play; a little more mature than others in the cast, but just as easy going.
• Extras - varying ages; extras and other actors in the current play.
Setting
• It is midnight and all, if not most, of the cast at the theater are getting ready to leave. The lobby is devoid of patrons as the scene starts, but it is quickly filled and emptied by the hustling and bustling of the actors.
Notes on "Al's Thoughts"
• Al's Thoughts must never be physically acknowledged by anyone. Even though he seems to take up physical space, he is not really there. Al's Thoughts are not allowed to physically move any items by itself, however if Al's Thoughts make contact with anyone, then they must ignore the action and totally ignore the thoughts presence. These rules do not apple to Al. Al is still not allowed to look at or make eye contact with his thoughts as they are technically within his head, but he is allowed to react to what his thoughts say and his thoughts physical presence. It must also be noted that since they are the pure entity of Al, Al's Thoughts must be exaggerated when it comes to reactions, ideas, or just anything. Anything that Al does, feels or reacts to must also be done by the thoughts... but ten times larger. Remember, Al is a confident and fun guy and his thoughts must show that, also his thoughts must be filled with tremendous amounts of energy. Although Al's Thoughts may seem to be the star of the show, it is truly the relationship between Al and Anna that must be the main focus of both Al and Al's Thoughts.
The Stage
• The whole scene takes place in the lobby of a small theater. There are two entrances/exits on both sides. Stage right entrances/exits lead into the street; stage left entrances/exits lead backstage of the theater.
Scene 1
Al walks into the lobby (stage right) with his thoughts following behind.
Tht - good thing we got here in time. I hate closing time.
Various extras enter (stage left), they are extremely social towards themselves and al. they can, if they choose hug and hi-five Al.
Al will ask a series of questions towards the group (see below) and they reply with "I don't Knows" and shrugs of confusion.
Questions asked by Al
Have you guys seen Anna?
Did Anna leave yet?
How was the performance tonight?
Has anyone seen if Anna is backstage?
Extras leave as they continue to reply
Tht - I think she might've left already
Al - No, she couldn't have left
Tht - if anything, she might still be backstage
Al - yeah, she might still be getting changed
Companions 1 and 2 enter (stage left), the are talking to each other until Al interrupts
Al - hey guys! How was the show?
Cm1 - oh, hey Al! Um, it was good.
Al - smooth sailing?
Cm1 - for the most part
Cm2 - -- up until funny pants here decided to move around all the props
Al - what
Cm1 - well I didn't think anyone would notice a missing sword
Cm2 - but that's not the case... she took the king's sword!
Cm1 - it was still awesome to see him have to beat the intruder to death with his bare fist though
Tht - see, we should've been earlier and seen the show!
Cm2 - yeah that was awesome. Al, so what brings you to our humble little theater at this time of night?
Al- well you guys know Anna right? (They nod) well, I’m here to ask her out on a date
Tht - FO sho!
Cm1 - oh, really?
Tht - what’s that supposed to mean?
Al - yeah... is there something wrong with me trying to ask her out
Cm1 - I guess not
Cm2 - hey, leave Al alone. I'd date al if he asked, I'm sure Anna will say yes to him.
Tht - I guess that’s a good thing...
Al - thanks? So do you know where Anna is?
Cm2 - well, I think she might still be getting changed
Tht - see that! I knew it! You said she left, but I said she was changing! HA!
Al - cool, so do you know when she's coming out
Neil enters (stage left)
Nl - when does who come out?
Cm1- Anna
Cm2 - have you seen her?
Nl - yeah. I think she forgot something in the dressing room. But, what are you two doing here still?
Cm1 - we're talking to al
Nl - really, I couldn't notice
Cm1 - well he’s gonna ask o--
Cm2 injures cm1
Cm2 - -- actually, were on our way out. Al just brought me my car keys...
Tht - your car keys? What
Nl - right, you two get out of here, I need to talk to al... Privately
Cm2 - okay...
Cm1 - fine...
Cm1 and cm2 exit (stage right)
Al - so what did you want to talk about
Nl - listen al, I'm the producer here. And our show is running well, but here’s the thing. I know what your planning
Tht - how did you know
Nl - your wondering how I know, aren't you?
Al- yeah...
Nl - well, I have to make sure that in order for the show to run smoothly, so do my players. And if you hurt Anna --
Al - -- Why would I hurt Anna
Tht - what are you getting at?
Nl - I'm just saying that you should just have a good time. If it isn't meant to be, then don't push it and save yourself some stress
Al - oh -
Tht - - I see
Nl - I'm just looking out for the show itself, if after the show you wanna stress yourself out, then go for it
Al - I understand
Nl - and you two can stop eavesdropping
Cm1 (offstage) - we weren't eavesdropping! Ow! Stop hitting me!
Cm2 (offstage) - just shut up and go home
Nl - I swear those two bicker as if they're related. (Beat) ok, I have to go home and do some... fill out papers
Al - I thought you finished all the paperwork
Nl - I meant lock up! Lock up house... yes
Tht - what?
Nl - I will just leave you here alone... without distractions... and eavesdroppers!
Neil Exits (stage right)
Cm1 (offstage) - we weren't eavesdrop -- OW that one actually hurt
Nl (offstage) - I told you to go home
Cm1 (offstage) - but I want to know what happens next
Cm2 (offstage) - what are you still doing here?
Cm1 (offstage) - well... why are you back?
Cm2 (offstage) - you have my keys!
Nl (offstage) - JUST GO HOME!!
Silence to acknowledge the characters have left
Tht - All right... so how are we doing this?
Al - well when she gets here --
Tht - -- we butter her up
Al - I’ll get straight to the point
Tht- ... what? No! Sweet talk her
Al - maybe I should try to impress her
Tht - do something big!
Al - it should be something small
Tht - fine... SING
Al - but what would I sing?
Tht - sing "Ave Maria” chicks love a guy who can sing. Especially a guy with LUNGS OF STEEL
Al - maybe I should just play it cool
Tht - even better! Impress her with our natural coolness.
Al - yeah, just a simple conversation
Tht - yeah, she'll fall for us after she hears our suave conversational skills
Anna enters
Tht - ok here’s the moment of truth. Now, as your thoughts, emotions and cool I highly recommend that you listen to me without questioning my judgment!
Lights dim out, focus lights on Anna
Tht - now listen we have to...
Tht, al - oh my god...
Al - she looks --
Tht - listen... we have... to... um... she’s so pretty
Lights up
An - oh, hi Al
Al - uh... hello
Tht - what was that? What happened to suave?
Al - uh you look --
Tht - -- Gorgeous! Beautiful! AMAZING --
Al - -- tired
Tht - WHAT
An - I am... I guess. So.. What’s up
Tht - say something witty
Al - not much
Tht - I SAID WITTY
An - really? So, why are you here this late? It seems kinda late to try and catch the show
Al - oh. It is... umm, I'm here to talk
An - oh. Are you here to talk to Neil? Because he already left.
Al - I know, I'm here to talk to somebody else
An - oh I see. It’s a girl isn't it? Who’s the lucky girl?
Tht - its you, baby!
Al - I'm here to talk to you.
Tht - ok this is it you are the man here. You will act as such. Be strong be forward
An - oh. Umm, what about
Al - I was wondering if you needed a ride home
An - no, I’m fine (shows him car keys. drops them as she puts them in her purse, but doesn't notice)
Al - oh... maybe I should get straight to the point
An - okay what do you need to talk about?
Tht - ok.. BUTTER HER UP!!
Al - well, I well I wanted to talk to you in person
An- uh huh...
Tht - because I care about you
Al - because its something that should be done in person.
An - okay...
Awkward silence
Tht - JUST ASK ALREADY!!!
An - well?
Tht - JUST ASK!! IT’S NOT THAT HARD!!
Al - (under breath) gosh, this is hard
Tht - NO ITS NOT!! JUST ASK
An - what’s hard?
Al - well I was wondering if you wanted to go on a date... with me?
Tht - please say yes. Please say yes (must be continuously repeated until Anna’s next line)
Al - that is if you want to. You don't have to if you don’t want to. I’m not forcing you, but
An - sure (Al's thoughts abruptly stop), when did you want to go?
Tht - SHE SAID YES! SHE SAID YES TO US!!!
Al - umm, when's good for you?
An - umm I’m not really sure
Tht - now’s your chance. Take the initiative and tell her Tuesday!
Al - does Tuesday work for you?
Tht - no don't ask! I said tell!
An - yeah. Sure thing.
Al - ok.. So I guess I’ll call you later then, and get your address
An - yeah.. Sure... (Awkward silence) ... so I guess I’ll see you later then? (Stands expecting some sort of goodbye)
Al - yeah, I guess so
An - so... (Slightly opens arms, inviting a hug from al)
Tht - AAHH!! What do I do?! Should I shake her hand? No, I should hug her! What if I try to go in for a kiss? Would that be too awkward, too forward, too aggressive? I always thought that the ladies liked aggressive, like a TIGER! After all, a tiger is just a big kitty, and the ladies like soft kit…
Al – so… (Takes a step forward to attempt contact)
Tht – Oh right! Hug! Kiss! Shake hands! Make love! Love her sweetly! Just love her! Show her you care! Just do anything!
Al sticks out his hand for a handshake, he is stiff and nervous
Anything but shake her hand! Do you know how awkward it just got in here! Ahhh, you’re an idi…
Anna holds his hand and pulls him in, rather than shake his hand; she uses her free hand to hug him.
Al stands frozen in the “hug” pose, Anna walks away, smiling and sweetly chuckling at the situation, she exits (Stage Right)
Tht, Al – Yeah!! I did it! I’m a piece of uber sexiness in one tightly packaged chocolate layer!! I am muy, muy delicioso! (Starts making party noises and dancing oddly and embarrassingly)
Anna walks in on Al (and his thoughts) doing his weird party celebration dance
Al - Oh, did you forget something?
An – yeah… umm, I forgot my keys… I think I dropped them
Al – Oh… umm…
Tht – They’re by your foot stupid
Al – ah, here they are! (Hands her the keys)
An – yeah… I’ll see you tomorrow then
Al – sure thing (Anna exits)
Tht – I hate you
Al Thought’s physically injure Al, leaving Al on the floor, in pain, the Thoughts exit (Stage Right)
Black out on Al in pain
Finite
1 comment:
Interesting to know.
Post a Comment