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Marsha Norman

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— 'night, Mother: Jessie's Announcement

'night, Mother

by Marsha Norman

Jessie calmly informs her mother, Thelma, that she plans to kill herself that evening. Thelma initially dismisses it as a joke, but as Jessie reveals her preparations, Thelma's disbelief turns to a desperate attempt to intervene, highlighting the profound disconnect between them.

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— The Bus Ride

'night, Mother

by Marsha Norman

Jessie calmly explains to her mother, Mama, why she has decided to end her life. Mama desperately tries to dissuade her by suggesting various activities and responsibilities, but Jessie remains resolute, articulating her profound sense of hopelessness and her desire to control her own ending.

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— Cocoa and Agnes

'night, Mother

by Marsha Norman

Jessie and Mama share a moment of uneasy truce as Mama prepares cocoa. Mama attempts to distract Jessie with a humorous story about their eccentric friend, Agnes, hoping to lighten the mood and buy more time.

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'night, Mother

About Marsha Norman

Browse 3 audition scenes and monologues written by Marsha Norman, including scenes from 'night, Mother. Norman's work on AuditionScenes spans drama and features duologues drawn from play. These scenes are particularly suited for drama school audition, self tape, general practice. Each scene includes Director's Notes with performance guidance, character analysis, and a downloadable PDF.