I have often told you, that though ready...
Overview
Character
Gender
Female
Playing Age
Young Adult, Adult
Style
Dramatic
Act/Scene
Act 2
Time & Place
The monologue takes place in the Hardcastle country home in rural England during the 1770s.
Length
Short
Time Period
Classical
Show Type
Play
Age Guidance
Youth (Y)/General Audiences (G)
Context
Constance is speaking directly to her lover,
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I have often told you, that though ready to obey you, I yet should leave my little fortune behind with reluctance. The greatest part of it was left me by my uncle, the India director, and chiefly consists in jewels. I have been for some time persuading my aunt to let me wear them. I fancy I’m very near succeeding. The instant they are put into my possession, you shall find me ready to make them and myself yours.
Performance Tips
- Maintain an underlying urgency that reflects
Emotional Beat Breakdown
1. Practical Reality Check
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