
Here are 11 NEW monologues for women over 40 to showcase their acting talents
These new monologues are completely FREE – as long as you let me know when, where and how you are using them, so I can keep track of my work. Photos and feedback are also appreciated.
In the past 18 months, my monologues for women over 40 have been performed in many states in the USA, including, Oregon, Wisconsin, Iowa, Virginia, Maryland, New York, Massachusetts, California, Florida and New Jersey, as well as in Toronto and Ontario in Canada, and London and Newhamptonshire in the UK.
My short plays have also been produced by drama teachers and students all over the USA, and in New Zealand and Australia. My one act comedy Supersnout, is currently in production by the Lithgow Theatre Group in South Bowenfels, NSW, for a two-week season in May
Throughout history, it’s common to read about the experiences of men, as leaders and conquerors.
I like to write about the experiences of women – ordinary women and their feelings and personal battles. It’s my way of recording women’s history.
My aim is to give older actresses in particular, material that is strong and relatable to help showcase their talents in auditions, reels, workshops and performances.
Older women’s lives are so rich with experience that it’s a joy to write about them and for them. I didn’t start writing plays until I was in my 50s, so I understand how exciting and daunting this stage of life can be.
Click on the links below to read and download the monologues.
Let me know what you think by commenting here or emailing me directly at jane.cafarella@gmail.com. I’d love to hear from you!
VISITING HOURS (DRAMA) – SANDRA, 40+, is visiting her father in a nursing home
NEVER (DRAMA) – NINA, 40 +, tells her friend why she has never married
SPECIAL NEEDS (DRAMA/COMEDY) – RUTH 40s+ tells her friend how she learned to finally say ‘NO!”
SPEECHLESS (DRAMA) – ANNETTE, 40+, is talking to her mother.
THE BIRTHDAY (DRAMA) – CECILY, 40+ reminds her husband about an important birthday
THE BREAK-UP (COMEDY) – JOANNE, 40+, tells her book club why she’s leaving
THE GIFT (COMEDY) – WHITNEY, 40s, writes a postcard to her husband Doug on Mother’s Day