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James's Confession

from Secret Bridesmaids' Business

Written by Elizabeth Coleman

James attempts to justify his infidelity just before his wedding, shifting between defensive frustration regarding gender expectations and a final, blunt admission of his own poor behavior.

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JAMES: Look, sex and love are separate things... Well, they can be, that's all I'm saying. This thing with Naomi—okay, it should never have happened—but it didn't have to impact on what I have with Meg. I thought that was the deal. It was a separate arrangement. She told me she just wanted a bit of

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CharactersJames
Duration2 min
Age Range25-35
GenderMale
GenreComedy-Drama
PeriodContemporary
Formatmonologue
SourceSecret Bridesmaids' Business
Tonevulnerable
AccentAustralian
Suitable Fordrama school audition, agent showcase, self tape, general practice
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