Piece by Fragment - An audio play
FayeHoward for Katherine
[KATHERINE] Female, an overprotective alter in Daphne’s brain. She wants to do what’s best but can become blind to other people's needs
Must be comfortable with adult language. Must have strong acting capabilities. Must be comfortable talking about mental illness.
KATHERINE: Daphne, I know this is hard for you. I know sharing your body isn’t fun. I get that, but you also must understand that we share this body with you too.
KATHERINE: I don’t understand why this is happening to me. I’ve only ever been kind to her. I’ve only ever taken care of Daphne. (Beat. She begins talking as if directly to DAPHNE) I’m supposed to protect you. I have protected you for years. I’ve given up my life to making you happy. I have fought for you every day. Every day, Daphne.
KATHERINE grabs a bottle of nail polish from the dresser.
KATHERINE: How could you do this to us? How could you do this to me?!
KATHERINE hits the bottle of polish against the dresser, smashing it. She raises it to throw on the ground. MAX runs in upon hearing the smash.
KATHERINE: I have spent every day protecting you.
KATHERINE: I know what Bethany said. But I also know how it feels. And it feels like I’m going to die. I don’t want to die, Valerie. I’m not ready to die.
