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Camilla’s Intro Monologue

from Invitation to a March

Written by Arthur Laurents

Invitation to a March

Camilla Jablonski introduces herself and the setting of the South Shore of Long Island to the audience. She reflects on her father's history with the land and the changing social landscape of the area.

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CAMILLA

Hello. I’m Camilla Jablonski. I’d like to welcome you to the South Shore of Long Island. I love it here: you can breathe. Take a breath. Go on, take a big one. Don’t be afraid; the air is still good here.

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CharactersCamilla
Duration2 min
Age Range45-55
GenderFemale
GenreComedy-Drama
PeriodModern Classic (1900 1980)
Formatmonologue
SourceInvitation to a March
Tonequirky
AccentAmerican (Long Island/New York)
Suitable Fordrama school audition, agent showcase, general practice
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