Ester tries a geriatric version of speed dating – finding that letting go is so much harder than holding on. Written by Adam Szudrich Directed by Matt Gibbs Performed by Avril GaynorAv Lost Souls Monologues

Vodka helps with post-traumatic stress disorder, so says a soldier. So does being listened to. But which works best? Written by Matt Fox Directed by Caitlin Ince Performed by Matt Gibbs NHS Mental Health resources for serving personnel https://www.nhs.uk/nhs-services/armed-forces-and-veterans-healthcare/serving-personnel-mental-health-services/ NHS…

A new development in the neighbourhood will ruin Betty’s view. She must find her voice, but will it be heard? Written by Paul Stimpson Directed by Jane Quill Performed by Anne RutterAv Lost Souls Monologues

A curtain-twitcher spies on her neighbours, finding fault. It can be such fun looking at others’ flaws as a way of avoiding our own... Written by Trevor John Smith Performed by Sioned JonesAv Lost Souls Monologues

Amelia, fifteen, and her little brother, Mo, are in a council tower block. They can smell smoke. But someone is coming to help, right? Written by Jodi Gray Directed by Caitlin Ince Performed by Jessica Hayles Grenfell United Grenfell United Website: https://www.grenfellunited.org.uk/ Grenfell United Twitter: https://twitter.com/GrenfellUnited Grenf…

Some people are invisible to others. They don’t know why. And when they make themselves seen everything falls apart. Written by Julia Donnelly Directed by Caitlin Ince Performed by Tamla KariAv Lost Souls Monologues

A young novice nun is different. She feel things: unbidden heat, unnatural tightness, empathy for mice… And her seniors do not trust her. Written by Christine Foster Sound direction by Matt Gibbs Performed by Hannah GenesiusAv Lost Souls Monologues

Bird, a tightrope walker, faces her moment of truth. She is trying to regain her balance on the wire after a life-changing evening. It's just one step, Bird. One step... Written by Tom Coash Directed by Caitlin Ince Performed by Siri SteinmoAv Lost Souls Monologues

For the first time, a wife tells her husband what she thinks and what she wants. And for once, he can’t control the situation. She can hardly believe her luck. Written by Lucy Flannery Directed by Jonathan Cripps Sound direction by Caitlin Ince Performed by Caitlin InceAv Lost Souls Monologues

Dough is reliable, responsive and honest. It offers no surprises. It is full of life. And in the outback of Australia it is an escape for a man who grieves. Written by Samuel L Robertson Directed by Hannah Genesius Performed by Matt GibbsAv Lost Souls Monologues

Does having a baby always make you a mother? Some young women are forced to do battle with maternal instinct. Written by C.A. Steed Directed by Liam Shea Performed by Hannah GenesiusAv Lost Souls Monologues

We love people for their flaws, their uniqueness. And that’s why we hate them too. Is the mark of true love holding on or letting go? Written by Irene L Pynn Directed by Caitlin Ince Performed by Jamie McKieAv Lost Souls Monologues

A jobbing actor is always up against it. But is she the only one who understands that actors need to stand a little apart from everyone else? Written by Lee Knight Directed by Scott Le Crass Performed by Josephine RattiganAv Lost Souls Monologues

Lily, an aspiring country music singer, can see that her ex is her ex for a reason. But that bond is hard to break and she finds herself living a country song that she just can’t get out of. Written by Judy Klass Directed by Caitlin Ince Performed by Hannah Genesius, with guitar work by Phil AdèleAv Lost Souls Monologues

Sooner or later someone is going to have to tell you exactly what happens to your soul… you know… when the time comes. And you’re not going to like it. Written by Tom Harvey Directed by Matt Gibbs Performed by Clive MooreAv Lost Souls Monologues

Pats is sixty-five years old, living off the South West coast of Ireland. And he is waiting. Waiting for the great, mysterious love of his life to return from the depths. Written by Emma Moohan Sound direction by Caitlin Ince Performed by Rupert Degas ‘The Parting Glass’. Traditional folksong, played here with solo violin. Composed by Jonathan Slat…

Sophie loves her husband and wants to have a baby more than anything in the world. Making IVF more affordable presents her with other possibilities. How important is biology to motherhood? Written by Judy Upton Directed by Hannah Genesius Performed by Tamar KarabetyanAv Lost Souls Monologues

85-year-old Mary smokes, but she is not supposed to. It’s just another way to stop her missing her daughter. Hoarded memories and keepsakes crowd her. And whose hand is in hers when she most needs it? Written by Ann Hawker Performed by Margaret Ashley 'Bobby Shafto' by Roly Veitch and his Blaydon Aceshttp://www.rolyveitch.20m.com…

Lovely Jared is in a throuple with two other men. Love abounds but, as Jared explains to their newborn baby, love in the plural is… tricky. Written by Christopher Adams Directed by Hannah Genesius Performed by Edward KayeAv Lost Souls Monologues

In the mid-west of America, she would do everything to put her daughter first. But what she can’t do is to make life neat. Ex-lovers, children and pets are never tidy. Written by Sylvia Reed Directed by Caitlin Ince Performed by Siri SteinmoAv Lost Souls Monologues

It is the Armageddon and no one is answering the radio. The insistent caller is cross. She was promised cocoa pops and penguins. But where are they? Written by Matthew Wixey Directed by Caitlin Ince Performed by Hannah GenesiusAv Lost Souls Monologues

Angie is getting herself dolled up for her date with Bud, but why is she even bothering? Can loneliness be cured with hairspray and chutzpah? Written by Andrea Aptecker Performed by Maggie WheelerAv Lost Souls Monologues

A lonely, 40-something Mancunian woman, Suman Bakshi, discovers a beautiful connection to an author. If only they could meet... Written by Reshma Ruia Directed by Liam Shea Performed by Avita JayAv Lost Souls Monologues

James is 69 years old and he voted for Trump. A heart-breaking meditation on what we have left after a lifetime of hard work. Written by Michael Wells-Oakes Performed by Stephen Greif Guidance by Julian PoidevinAv Lost Souls Monologues

George, an elderly widower, finds the human connection he craves on the London underground. Loneliness can bring us close to others. Maybe too close... Written by Nilgin Yusuf Directed by Matt Gibbs Performed by Clive MooreAv Lost Souls Monologues

G is for Grief. Melissa is waiting to rehearse her funereal duties for her friend and takes the opportunity to say goodbye… in a unique way. Written by Rita Anderson Directed by Scott Le Crass Performed by Sioned JonesAv Lost Souls Monologues

A new client’s silk shirt triggers memories for an old Russian tailor. Prejudice may fade, but love – like a well-cut suit – lasts a lifetime. Written by Aleks Merilo Sound direction by Caitlin Ince Performed by Rupert Degas Patriotic Russian Song Katyusha By Folk Bayan Organ And Children Choir (https://www.pond5.com/royalty-free-music/item/8914405…

When Chris is in drag, he commands attention – and loses himself. A sweet meditation on how we feel, how others see us and the things that really matter. Written by Paul Stone Directed by Scott Le Crass Performed by Jamie McKieAv Lost Souls Monologues

Val’s concern for a student is misinterpreted by a teacher. In seeking to be careful, can we actually fail to provide care? Written by Alison Down Directed by Liam Shea Performed by Maggie SaundersAv Lost Souls Monologues

Just a quick rundown on this exciting new podcast: who we are and what to expect.Av Lost Souls Monologues