Lorna’s Monologue from Perfect Match by Gary Owen

"Take any two reasonably sane people..."

Overview of Perfect Match

Perfect Match by Gary Owen is a poignant and witty exploration of love, relationships, and the stories we tell ourselves about connection. Lorna’s monologue is a heartfelt and imaginative journey through an idealized relationship, blending humor, romantic optimism, and emotional depth. It’s a great monologue for actors seeking to showcase both playfulness and sincerity.

Character Breakdown: Lorna

  • Name: Lorna

  • Age: Late 20s to early 30s

  • Background: Lorna is a thoughtful, introspective character with a sharp wit and an idealistic streak. This monologue reveals her vulnerability and longing for a meaningful connection.

  • Who the Character is Talking To in This Moment: Lorna is addressing someone she has just met, envisioning a possible future together.

  • What’s Just Happened: Lorna reflects on the nature of love and imagines a hypothetical life with this person, moving from playful humor to deep emotional insight.

The Monologue

Take any two reasonably sane people They can love one another. If they’ve got the heart to. You and me for instance. I think there’s a bit of a vibe. You walked in, straight off we did a nice little Double act thing, not a word of introduction and we both played along. And say we bumped into each other. Say six months from now. Bruised by What our evil exes have done but still – There’s a bit of drink. Bit of chat. Bit more drink. I get all tearful about am I ever gonna find anyone I can really trust, and you Would move in to Offer comfort. You’d wrap your arms around me, I’d pull you close, you’d feel The heat of my body and ... We’d be seeing each other, just casually at first; Then properly going out, and then We’d hit the difficult bit. Where we start To get on each other’s nerves. The bit where most people give up. But we push through it. And then we make a life together. We bring beautiful creatures into the world. A boy. He’s gorgeous. And having a baby is hard. We knew it would be, but the reality is something else again. And just when things are getting easier You get me up the duff again, you old dog. So a baby daughter and our little boy in school and Money is tight and neither of us have slept a night, for years ... But we watch these kids learn their way about the world. And even for battered old us, they make life a miracle. They love puddles, they love flowers, They love all animals, they talk about meeting a horse for days And they love me, and they love you And we look at each other and realise Even when things were at their hardest You always, always knew No matter what stupid thing you did. No matter what you got wrong. No matter how much of an idiot you might be, I would bollock you, and sulk, but I’d get over it. And we never let each other down, not once, Not really. Not in any way that counts. And we get through life, each of us knowing The other has got our back. We are The last gang in town. We are Butch and Sundance, except We don’t die at the end. That’s about as romantic as it gets.


BROKEN DOWN

"Take any two reasonably sane people. They can love one another. If they’ve got the heart to."

  • Commentary: Lorna’s opening line introduces her philosophy on love. Actors should deliver this with a conversational tone, setting up the playful and introspective journey that follows.

"Say we bumped into each other. Say six months from now. Bruised by what our evil exes have done but still – There’s a bit of drink. Bit of chat. Bit more drink. I get all tearful about am I ever gonna find anyone I can really trust, and you would move in to offer comfort."

  • Commentary: This section blends humor and vulnerability, capturing Lorna’s romantic imagination. Actors should balance the light-hearted tone with a hint of yearning.

"And we never let each other down, not once, not really. Not in any way that counts. And we get through life, each of us knowing the other has got our back. We are the last gang in town. We are Butch and Sundance, except we don’t die at the end."

  • Commentary: Lorna’s vision reaches its emotional peak here. This part is a celebration of loyalty and resilience, and actors should deliver it with sincerity and warmth.

Suggested New Thoughts Chunking / Paragraphing

  • Philosophical Opening: Lorna introduces her belief that love is possible for anyone willing to commit.

  • Hypothetical Meeting: She imagines a charming and romantic encounter with the person she’s addressing.

  • The Idealized Future: Lorna vividly describes a life filled with love, challenges, and shared victories.

  • Climactic Reflection: She concludes with a heartfelt declaration of trust and partnership, likening their bond to an unbreakable team.

Journey Keypoints

  • Hook: Lorna’s opening invites the audience into her musings on love and sets a light-hearted tone.

  • Turning Point: As she envisions the life they could share, her imagination deepens, revealing her romantic optimism.

  • Climax: Her description of a life built on mutual trust and resilience reaches an emotional high point.

  • Resolution: Lorna finishes with a metaphorical celebration of their imagined partnership, leaving the audience with warmth and hope.

Performance Tips

  • Blend Humor and Sincerity: The monologue moves seamlessly between playful humor and heartfelt emotion. Use the humor to build connection and the sincerity to ground the performance.

  • Embrace the Imagination: Lorna’s vision is vivid and detailed. Lean into the imagery to bring her hypothetical story to life.

  • Highlight Vulnerability: Behind Lorna’s humor is a genuine longing for connection and trust. Let her vulnerability shine through, especially in the reflective moments.

  • Focus on Connection: Lorna is speaking directly to another character, making this an intimate and engaging monologue. Use eye contact and tone to create a sense of immediacy and sincerity.

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