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Gloumov's Monologue

from The Diary of a Scoundrel

Written by Alexander Ostrovsky

Gloumov delivers a passionate, seemingly vulnerable confession of love to Kleopatra, detailing his past loneliness and the transformative power of her grace.

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GLOUMOV: Look into my eyes. Can’t you see there that I’d rather die than cause you a moment’s pain? Until I met you I was a shy, timid boy, uncertain of myself, always troubled with longings and desires which you, and you alone, have taught me to understand.

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CharactersGloumov
Duration2 min
Age Range18-25
GenderMale
GenreComedy-Drama
PeriodClassical
Formatmonologue
SourceThe Diary of a Scoundrel
Tonevulnerable
Suitable Fordrama school audition, agent showcase, general practice
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