You can examine the stone and setting further when it's placed in the exhibit. See, I'm totally different. I'll meet you out front? The Shape of Things is a 2001 play by Neil LaBute. endstream [11] Traditionally, the characters are named Adam and Evelyn (a reference to the story of the Garden of Eden), but if a production may wish a gender reversal, the two leads are Amy and Evan. The Shape Of Things Almeida at King's Cross, London; 380 seats; 27.50 ($41) top Production: An Almeida Theater presentation of a play in one act written and directed by Neil LaBute. Right. I know. Somebody misplaced it. you're not gonna mess up my weekend with this, are you? Don't see them or speak to them again, not ever. . Calgary Christian High School. Which I have nothing to come clean about, okay? After a moment, takes a nibble. She never had so sweet a changeling. ENGLISH 1010. What is the purpose of the study titled Susceptibility to Declarative Memory Interference is Pronounced in Primary Insomnia? That's what we're saying. And getting cuter by the day. You can browse and/or search. I'm serious. <> endobj Define and explain: mountain men, rendezvous system. [ Sighs ]. Not the one we're seeing, though, is it? Oh, God, I couldn't believe that! (C. FALUDI & K. CHAN) Preface: The Shape of a Girl was inspired by a true event that happened in 1997, the murder of Reena Virk, which drew attention as a national tragedy. What kind of statement would that be? Sometimes darkly funny and always gripping, The Shape of Things is a fascinating character study into the nature of love and art, and what happens when the two collide. The Shape of Things is a 2003 romantic drama film written and directed by Neil LaBute, based on his eponymous play. She did. Not once. endobj Boy, he really got under your skin, didn't he? No, I applaud you. (Beat) I first spotted my chosen base materialits so funny not to use names! No. But you have to do me a favor. It's supposed to be God. So you guys are still going through with that, huh? I didn't mean that you-. That's not funny. (Looks over cards) Blah-blah-blah(She starts to move but steps back into the light, as if she's forgotten something.) About Press Copyright Contact us Creators Advertise Press Copyright Contact us Creators Advertise An unnamed conservative college town in the Midwestern United States, College/University, Community Theatre, Ensemble Cast, Professional Theatre, Regional Theatre, Small Cast. And do I appear to like you? Well, as vegetarian as a spinach and mushroom calzone can be! [Jenny] Why is that? What was your favorite color? The daily language usage makes the Shape Of Things Neil Labute leading in experience. Thoughtful. Oh, pretty great, actually. Everything., I love this part, I love this play, I love the complete turn around it does and the ways in which. New York, NY, Linda Ray Believe me. They think it makes them cuter. Let's just forget the whole-. you don't hold a grudge, do ya? The Shape of a Girl is a monologue written from the perspective of the central character, Braidie. Oh, no, it's not that I didn't enjoy it. The play was directed by LaBute himself. It's the middle of Stop Week, and I'm sure this is not would choose to spend your time away from campus- on campus. Yeah, for, like, a month now. Still with me? That's all. [ Nervous Chuckle ]. She wanted to get together and. Why should they? So I drink coffee. She responds by saying that he should in fact be grateful to her, claiming that, objectively speaking, she has been a positive influence on his life, making him a more attractive and interesting person in the eyes of society. Twelfth Night Act 1 Scene 5 Lyrics. In The Shape of Things, that darkness is undeniably there, but its simmering just underneath the surface until it boils over in a gut-punch ending. you knew that. I do like you. Now we take it down to the-- the beach and bury it. homework. - So do you. you should do something with it, your hair. No. - Because I don't like art that isn't true. I was wondering if you had any suggestions or could point me in the direction of a good play/playwright? stream [Clears Throat] you know, I still don't see how that makes it a statement. endstream No. Never having had much success with women, Adam is flattered when Evelyn shows an interest in him and, at her suggestion, gets a new hairstyle, begins a regular exercise regimen, eats healthier foods, dresses more stylishly, acts more confident and dominant, and begins wearing contact lenses instead of his usual eyeglasses. And he'd take it too. Thank you for coming out tonight--its the middle of finals and I'm sure this is not how most of you would choose to spend your time away from campus.on campus. I may have a big fucking mouth, but at least I keep it to myself. [ Sighs ] I'm sorry. Movie Info. "What's up with you?" I asked for it. I had this terrible hook. How about you, Jenn? What does that mean anyway- " I'm an artist"? No, you're right. <> The story is set in a small university town in the American Midwest and focuses on the lives of four young students who become emotionally and romantically involved with each other. Make love in a bathroom stall. Hey! I just wanna- Okay. ro`_@Pj+eR1N_phbK,Zw` !n8Vaa5@szCsHL^V7@U6]z9L@hvGEf:q7d7}=h~`xl?8zR = endobj Obviously, my current creation appeared much more right for my work.(She scans the audience. You can find out the way of you to create proper announcement of reading style. endstream [ Mock Whimpering ] I fell. I tripped, I fell. See, if you get all crazy, then I gotta write up a report and stuff. So, I decided to do the next best thing, which was change someone's world. I understand. All of yours and. I messed up. Uh-huh. It's called theater, not therapy. I'd call and I could hear him freeze up, you know. Right. Eventually, Adam learns that he has been part of Evelyn's MFA thesis project, a topic often mentioned in conversation but never fully explained. Then it should be fine if we were to [Man ] # Oooh, ooh-ooh-ooh Ooh-ooh-ooh, ooh-ooh#, # Oooh, ooh-ooh-ooh Ooh-ooh-ooh, ooh-ooh #, # Oooh, ooh-ooh-ooh, ooh-ooh-ooh Ooh-ooh-ooh, ooh-ooh #, # Oooh, ooh-ooh-ooh Ooh-ooh-ooh, ooh-ooh ##. - It's not supposed to be sexy. So be itthat's the system and one person can't change itbut perhaps they can make you question that system and your values just a little bit. often in direct proportion to the amount of external change. She gave me some kind of crap to put on 'em, and that was it. What if they call my name though? Then I just don't like the caffeine. I'll let him know. The new cast is excellent. I did the MTV thing here on the facethis is a "before" picture that I had a classmate take of us near the Pizza Hut out by the highway. Do it! or refused to let us bring in so much as a monologue, saying His characters are non-redeemable and he uses profanity in lieu of good writing Yeah, well, everyones a critic. Don't be so frightened of everything. Of course not, no, I couldn't. - [ Muffled ] Ugh! - No. The Shape of Things- Adam's Monologue Devin A. The Shape of Things Monologue By: Neil LaBute Jenny: No, we are, it's what we're doing, I'm just I don't know. be completely out of the question here? In the drama "The Shape of Things", Neil LaBute explores gender roles and exposes alternative visions of power, control and morality in human relationships. - His journal- a record of his progress that he's keeping. I got the moves, God help me. Evelyn, let's just drop it, okay? "I knew at this. Really? It's a sick fuckin' joke, but it's not art. you know. Honey, I thought we said the guests- - U h, we haven't--. In her play, The Shape of a Girl, Joan MacLeod demonstrates that an individual often reacts in an inhumane manner towards a moral issue when under the pressure . Example:I like to compose music for the guitar. This sculpture, it's fake, it's not real. [Adam ] That is crazy. Philip told you about our talk? No, it was great. No, no. "The Shape of Things," a contemporary story of love and art set in a college town, follows the steadily intensifying relationship between Evelyn (Rachel Weisz) and Adam (Paul Rudd). endobj I'll give you back whatever you want as soon as I get my grade. stream A few double dates, and telling me anything about who I am. Hearing the same story again and again helps them learn new words and understand the ideas they hear better. It's not gonna happen. I'm never gettin' hooked. The plot line of The Shape of Things is deliberately disturbing and attention grabbing. you helped me once, I think. Scottsdale, AZ, Next to Normal I'll take the risk. So I say go for it. But this, I'm afraid, was not done out of love or caring "Can I 'X' amount of change in this creature using only manipulation as my palette knife?". you think I wanted to kiss that guy? Nobody here at school? Phoenix, AZ, Freaky Friday The Lion King 15. Lots of guys do it. It focuses on the cruel games of a more powerful partner who plays with a smitten weaker one (Rudd and. Man, how do you go on day after day? /Contents 12 0 R>> She looks at the audience for a moment.) We know what we're doing. Later, Evelyn cajoles Adam into undergoing plastic surgery to fix his large and naturally misshapen nose and succeeds in persuading him to cut himself off from Phillip and Jenny, whose relationship she ruins. Humans are constantly living under the presence of threatening forces. Ive written papers on him, directed plays of his, and used this monologue time and time again. . That was only for, like, a week! <> I can't tell. endstream Do I seem to know my own mind? Indeed, he had relations with his best friend's fiancee and continues to harbor details from us about the incident to this day. Any moment I can get with you. A monologue is a speech or composition presenting the words or thoughts of a single character (compare with dialogue ). The original play The Shape of Things premiered at the Temporary Almeida Theatre at Kings Cross, London in 2001, with Paul Rudd as Adam, Rachel Weisz as Evelyn, Gretchen Mol as Jenny, and Fred Weller as Phillip. It was pornography. Boy, you just can't keep anything to yourself, can you? She thinks you're just about perfect now. Example 1. - No. [Philip Chortles ] Oh, Phil, stop being-. I would never do that. I made sure that nothing was ever forced during our sessions or "sittings" together--I can't really say they were dates, not on my part, although the allusion of "dating" was imperative--and that his free will was always at the forefront of each decision. What? Really. In a word, better. Published 2001. That's all. Honestly. At the museum. I love LaBute. (Beat) I was given an engagement ring two days ago and I haven't answered the guy yetSo I wanted to do it this evening. I don't think anybody wants to watch you kiss, Adam. I should sue your ass. Now it'll be easy for many of you to condemn my actions as harsh, inhumane or just unrealistic as you drive or walk home tonight, but how many here can say that they've never looked at their significant other and/or a business associate and said, "They're perfect, they're great, except for just one thing" Well I too have taken my base materials and honed them into something new, something unique and, in the eyes and standards of society, something arguably improved. endobj But, uh-- Evelyn, did you hear about it? Advertisement The Crucible That's all. When? That's not part of the uniform. I can't really show my face in the streets, so it seemed logical. I like your car. Against medical advice, he had work done to his face, cosmetic surgery at the age of 22, and insisted to those around him that he had merely fallen down. you gotta be kidding me. I think I have a piece from Seminar by her on here somewhere. It would be a huge statement, especially for a town like this. With Gretchen Mol, Paul Rudd, Rachel Weisz, Frederick Weller. When autocomplete results are available use up and down arrows to review and enter to select. This is the hag, when maids lie on their backs, That presses them and learns them first to bear, Making them women of good carriage. Hey, I'm not trying to be anything. This is a beautiful monologue for a female audition in the age range of the thirties, forties, and fifties. Non-stepper, I mean. Efs gust J c, nfjml `ummy. Whether or not Adam and Jenny have sex is left ambiguous. WARNING: This play is all about the twist, and Im going to give it away in the paragraph below because its relevant (if not necessary) to the monologue. They took issue with his thing- you know, the shape of it. - All she said was-- - I know what she said. Pornography is meant to titillate, to excite you. I mean, if I've completely missed the point here. your nose looks-- How much weight have you lost? - I'm one of those people. Please ________the box of decorations near the door. I'm just trying to get out of here with a touch of dignity. I don't know. <> oezii bnN+q@}I{&6Ud~/iWQ*Bh,TLuy^@>p~0C0M1:LS'N%hxqsMm>g%Q aT]w9LyMGW* Do it right. Gain full access to show guides, character breakdowns, auditions, monologues and more! "The Shape of Things" follows a rather nerdy security guard named Adam (Paul Rudd), who seems to have found the girl of his dreams in the person of art student Evelyn (Rachel Weisz). I read the little thing there one time. In theatre school I either had teachers who handed him out to everyone saying "He writes like real people talk about things you'll be able to relate to. The four-character play explores how far someone is willing to go and how much they change for who (or what) they love. /Contents 10 0 R>> The Shape of Things New Ambassadors, London Sienna Guillory and Enzo Clienti in The Shape of Things at the New Ambassadors. Adam The Shape of Things 0 Start: My task here tonight is to unveil. Cute guys always have potty mouths. I mean, this isn't Berkeley. you are not gonna take his side in this, are you? That museum thing a few weeks back, with the balls. Hey, uh, paint's not really a great thing to bring into a museum. <> Then what? - Where am I from? THE SHAPE OF THINGS Male Serio-Comic Contemporary Monologue.docx. you don't drink coffee. But, with the artist's ruthless pursuit of truth and historical disregard for the rule and lawI've gone a step further. I've seen you in there. <> "Goodwill, actually." - What do you mean, "saying"? This was a completely startling and unexpected gesture, but obviously, I can't accept. 12 0 obj Research Playwrights, Librettists, Composers and Lyricists. <> That was our first official encounter after he asked me out--at his place of work, a big no-no, or so I was told--and it was here that I coaxed him into eating his first vegetarian meal. - Hold up. Not pretty, but- You should know this: I don't mind the scars. I'm borrowing his pen, like, all the time-- hint, hint--. - I don't see you shower or getting dressed. you couldn't afford the "me.". [ Gasps, Laughs ]. Then she said it wasn't really an operation, perse, just some thing you had done- a "procedure.". I'm auditioning for an acting conservatory and I'm having a difficult time finding a comedic monologue for someone my age (I'm 26) that isn't overly done. The Shape of Things [Dayle Ann Dodds,Julie Lacome,Julie (ILT) Lacome] on Amazon.com. The Shape Of Things Analysis. Why do we act the way we do around certain people? So, that's my opinion. W-W-Wait. Alice in Wonderland 4. It's decaf. stream I don't think a person's dick can be a manifesto. Timid Adam (Paul Rudd), a part time museum guard and student at Mercy College, meets his match one day when he confronts art school grad, Evelyn (Rachel Weisz), as she prepares to deface a statue in the museum. (Although this set, by Simon Higlett, is a little simplified from the Almeida production and the music links are now by Fraternity, rather than Smashing Pumpkins.) - No. Wh-What, you worried I'm gonna steal her? Therefore, it was real. No, no bombs yet, but kind of just funny. It's no big thing. Who are "they"? Someone who delivers a monologue is called a monologist or monologuist . Catching her in the act, they discuss the pros and cons of censorship, "flirt" with one another and set up a date later in the week. He is the writer/director of the films In the Company of Men and Your Friends and Neighbors, and author of the stage-plays Bash, The Shape of Things (which he also adapted for the screen) and, most recently, The Mercy Seat.He has also directed the feature films Nurse Betty and Possession, the latter adapted from the novel by A. S. Byatt. Where To Download Shape Of Things Neil Labute Script simple to understand. jf)%y8tBn b(Dj1oy@e u}/OB3|i(?x _*Iv)Rrq Nb~F]83RPf;=qk^/VO&S'!Q,G$ Qo}hmO It'll help me keep some perspective here. No, truthfully, it was. endstream MARIA. But once you start makin' those plans, you know-. Did you like what you saw? Well, Phil's got, like, six of those "one things," but it's the same idea. He first encounters Evelyn in the art museum where he works -- and where she's about to deface a famous statue. The drama narrates the physical and behavioral transformation of Adam, a part-time museum guard who is subject to the manipulation and control of a radical artist named Evelyn Ann Thompson. A quiet, unassuming man begins to change in a major way as a result of meeting a new, art-student girlfriend, and his friends are unsettled by the transformation. - [ Sighs ] - I've just been busy with work and all. I wasn't, like, hanging out by a day care or anything. Oh, yeah? We don't. The piece itself is untitled since I think, I hope, that it will mean something different to each of you and, frankly, anyone who sees it. Philip did. It's true. As I looked around my world for something to change, I knew I'd been given a tall order. According to the author's instructions, it was to be performed without an interval or a curtain call. Thank you. That's not Jewish. Oh, God, you're a goner. 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