A FOOL’S GOLD
Written by Erik Magnusson
 
Script Type: Monologue
Genre: Drama
Cast: Scotsman
Gender: Male
Age Range: 15 – 17 years old
Running Time: 6 – 7 minutes (Long)
 
SYNOPSIS:
The year is 1854: Bendigo, Australia. An imprisoned young Scotsman faces the gallows for a heinous crime. After waking up from a nightmare, the Scotsman tells of the journey that led him to the prison cell he now inhabits. 
 
Content warning: Please be advised that this script uses mild course language and makes reference to murder. 
 
KEYWORDS:
Monologue, Drama, Male, Period Piece, Gold Rush, Bendigo, Scotland, Scotsman, Accent, Crimminal, Jail, Australia, Minning, Murder, Brothers, Young Love