GodsAtheism

     The wind was blowing that day. Like thick water, it streamed itself through the massive treetops overhead, whispering sweet dreams of airy flight in a strange, hollow language. The rustling and screeching of the overgrown insects could be heard from high up in the leaves. William could make out the figure of a giant centipede with his sharp eyes, crawling, writhing, and weaving its body in and out of the leaves, almost swimming through them. His long toes and sharp nails gripped the branch he leisurely sat atop; it was one of his favorite places to watch the world go by, and contemplate all the complexities of it.     As he dismissed t

Act One - Scene Three Onstage: Daniel enters. He kicks off his shoes and yells William's name. When there is no response, he shrugs and heads into the bathroom. After a few seconds, William and Mary enter. They are both well dressed. William takes off his coat as Mary walks into the middle of the room. William: Alright, now let me look at your arm. Mary: Will, I'm fine. William: I don't know, that squirrel got pretty vicious when we broke out the peanuts. Mary: He was an angry little rodent, wasn't he? No, Will, I'm okay. I had a wonderful time with you tonight. William: I'm just glad you like throwing bread at ducks as much as I do. O

Act One - Scene Two Onstage: William enters and turns on the lights. Mary Collins lays on the couch, asleep. Oblivious to her presence, William begins unbuttoning his shirt for bed. Mary stirs, and William jumps and screams, followed by Mary screaming. William: Who the Hell are you, and what are you doing in my dorm? Mary: (Drowsy.) Are you sure this is your dorm? William: Yes! Mary: Oh… What was the first question again? William: Who the Hell are you? Mary: Mary Collins. Nice to meet you. Onstage: Mary lies back down on the couch. William: How did you get in here, anyway? Mary: Well, it's the funniest thing… You know what

Act One - Scene One Onstage: A small room furnished with a bunk bed, a dresser, a small desk, a couch, and a coffee table. A small window overlooks the courtyard. To the right is a small door to the bathroom and to the left is a door to the hall. ENTER: William and Daniel from the hall, carrying suitcases and wearing light coats. They turn on the lights and examine the area. William: This should be the right room. My God, it's dusty. This is a tiny room to live in for four years. Daniel: Are you kidding? This place is amazing! It's the symbolism of liberty. After eighteen long years of parental imprisonment, freedom has finally found us in