The Threshold of Adulthood
The Threshold of Adulthood
Type of Service: Academic Writing
Work Type: Creative writing
Format: Not applicable
Pages: 3 pages – 825 words, Double spaced
Academic level: High school
Discipline: Art (Fine arts, Performing arts)
Title: The Threshold of Adulthood”
Director notebook
Number of sources: 0
Paper instructions:
Use the script provided, The Threshold of Adulthood, and follow the example of the director’s notebook using the same format.
Title: “The Threshold of Adulthood”
Exposition:
Martha is sitting in her poorly lit living room, weighed down by uncertainty. As a single mother, she is constantly worried and the furrow on her brow shows it. Meanwhile, her son Richard enters the living room with a carefree laugh, fully engaged in his phone conversation, and oblivious to his mother’s distress. Martha longs for support, but Richard is unaware of her silent plea. On the other hand, Martha’s daughter Marie is diligently working on her homework at her desk, in stark contrast to the chaos around her. Martha: (concernedly) “Richard, we must discuss your future.”
Rising Action:
Richard, Martha’s son, enters the living room with a defiant air. His voice rises in protest at the mere mention of the dreaded topic.
Richard: (raising his voice) “Not this again, Mom.”
Martha, refusing to back down, meets Richard’s defiance with unwavering resolve. Her tone is firm and unyielding as she confronts him about his stagnant post-graduation state.
Martha: (firmly) “Yes, this again. You graduated from high school two years ago. It’s time to either find a job or plan for college.”
Richard, bristling with anger, pushes back against his mother’s expectations. His frustration is palpable in his vehement response.
Richard: (angrily) “I’m not ready for school right now. Many people graduate and take a break before diving into more education.”
Climax
Martha, unable to contain her mounting frustration any longer, rises from her couch with anger and desperation. Her voice quivering with emotion as she lays bare her fears for Richard’s future.
Martha stands up and says, upset, “It’s not just about school, Richard. You’ve been coasting since graduation. You’ve barely even looked for a job. You can’t keep living here without contributing. I can’t support you forever.”
Richard’s initial defiance gives way to disappointment as he realizes the depth of his mother’s concerns. He responds, “Seriously?”
Falling Action:
Marie, sensing the escalating tension between her mother and brother, interjects with a gentle yet firm reminder of the family’s collective worry and the need for Richard to take responsibility for his actions.
Marie intervenes and says, “Richard, Mom is right. We’re all worried about you. You need to start taking some responsibility.”
Resolution
Richard, his bravado crumbling in the face of his family’s united front, admits to his uncertainty about his future path. He says, worriedly, “I don’t know what I want to do with my life.”
Martha offers a reassuring hand to Richard, expressing solidarity and a willingness to face the difficult times ahead as a family. She inspires hope in the midst of darkness and promises to offer support and love throughout their journey.
Martha suggests that they sit down together and brainstorm ideas to come up with a step-by-step plan. She reminds Richard that starting is always the hardest part, but they can figure it out together.
In this moment of reconciliation, the family finds comfort in their shared determination to navigate the uncertain terrain of adulthood as a united front. Their bond is strengthened by their mutual love and support, and they face the challenges of tomorrow with renewed hope and determination.
