In every relationship, someone holds the power. - OWNED

 

OWNED

Don’t believe you’re free

27 year old headstrong Siobhan is on a journey, in part of discovery of herself, as she negotiates a couple of strange relationships. Where she ends up, is not where she expects. 

Part satire, part artistic exploration, Owned is a full-length play based on the concept of the power dynamics in relationships. Of course there are some that are on (mostly) equal footing, share responsibilities, have respect etc, yet there are an awful amount that have one more dominant that another, especially in the working world. 

Thus, someone is Owned. 

This mostly satirical play, was written in 2017/'18. It's also dramatic and disturbing in parts.

I tried to get it produced. I thought it would make for a good piece of low budget, independant theatre but I was unable to secure enough support. Though I had directed a couple of short plays, (and quite a number of short films), I didn't want to direct it. I was/am, more of a writer. 

One director I approached turned out to be a major narcissist. No suprises there. The artistic world is full of them. He never even looked at it. Blessing in disguise. His work is subpar. 

So I hand it over to you, to download, or read at your own leisure. My Pleasure is your Leisure. Or some such thing. I do hope you like it. It's snappy, witty, disturbing with a couple of mysteries at its core. Like much of my work, you can make your own intrepetations. I always make space for the reader to inject themselves into the work. 

Here's the opening few lines. The setting, a small party. Siobhan and Drew are late twenties, working class. 

 

 

DREW

That’s the question.

SIOBHAN

No, that’s the answer.

DREW

Ah no. That’s posing a question.

(demonstrates)

With a little hook at the end.

SIOBHAN

No. It’s a way to back someone into a corner.

DREW

In what way?

SIOBHAN

It’s stating something in a particular way to measure someone’s intelligence. Mine.

DREW

I’m not responsible for your insecurity.

SIOBHAN

(not so annoyed)

Fuck you. I’m not going there.

DREW

I can’t help it if you’re not up for the challenge.

SIOBHAN

I’m above trying to meet your agenda. I’m not going to be judged by you.

DREW

I don’t want to make you feel uncomfortable.

SIOBHAN

You’re being condescending Drew.

DREW

 (puts on Jack Nicholson voice)

You can’t handle the truth.

SIOBHAN

You’re a dick.

DREW

This I know. I also know… 

SIOBHAN

...that you’re a dick.

DREW

…that you can’t answer my question. But… clearly way above your head.

What's the relationship between these two? Who owns the power?

This is merely the first few lines. This is Siobhan's story. She will soon cross paths with a ambitious man called Milos. Does he want power, or her? What is he really after? 

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