What My Cousin Did, Scene #01
Picture this: A quiet car ride, the world outside whizzing by as an 18-year-old girl, Rebecca, gazes wistfully out the window, her forehead pressed against the cool glass. Silence hangs heavy in the air, punctuated only by the muffled hum of her parents' conversation up front. Then, her mother's voice cuts through, sharp and clear, "Rebecca, for God's sake, can you try for just a couple of hours to listen when other people are talking?" Rebecca stirs, her eyes fluttering as she's jolted back to reality. She rubs her eyes, still looking a bit dazed. "Sorry, mom, what were you saying?" Her mother shakes her head, exchanging a glance with her father before repeating herself. They're on their way to see her mother's cousins, Harold and Diane. And Todd. Rebecca's face falls at the mention of his name, a pained expression flashing across her features. But her mother doesn't notice, lost in her own reminiscing. As they pull up to the grand house, Rebecca's parents are greeted warmly by Harold and Diane. They chatter about the weather, the house, the wine Karen and Bill brought. But Rebecca hangs back, shyly gripping her upper arm, looking like she'd rather be anywhere else. When they finally notice her, her parents scoff at her reclusiveness, while Harold and Diane envelope her in warm hugs. They gush over her, asking about college, her love life, their own son Todd. Rebecca's mood sours at the mention of his name, her smile faltering. She excuses herself to the bathroom, needing a moment to herself. But her moment is short-lived. As she sits in the guest bedroom, trying to compose herself, there's a knock at the door. In walks Todd, meek and concerned. "Is everything okay?" he asks, his voice soft. Rebecca looks frustrated, sad even. "I'm fine, Todd," she says, her voice bitter. "I just needed some space." Todd looks hurt, confused. He remembers a time when they were inseparable, when they laughed and joked and stayed up all night talking. What happened to that Rebecca? To them? He presses her, wanting answers. Why did she push him away? Why did she stop talking to him? Rebecca scoffs, brushing him off. But Todd doesn't back down. He's noticed the change in her, the way she's closed herself off. He's worried about her. He misses her. Rebecca breaks down, admitting the truth she's been hiding for so long. It wasn't because she thought he had feelings for her that she pushed him away. It was because she had feelings for him. She was scared, scared of what those feelings meant, scared of what would happen if she acted on them. So she ran, cutting him off without a word. Todd looks at her, incredulous. He scoffs sadly, shaking his head. Well, she was right about one thing. Now that he knows how she feels, he wants to do something they might regret. He wants to make up for lost time. He wants her to make it up to him. He wants to kiss her. Can he kiss her? Rebecca hesitates, biting her lip. She's determined to say no, to push him away again. But despite herself, she whispers, "Yes." What unfolds next is a dance of desire and longing, a performance of pent-up emotions finally set free. Ivy Wolfe and Robby Apples deliver a tour de force, embodying Rebecca and Todd with a raw intensity that will leave you breathless. Watch as Ivy's Rebecca grapples with her forbidden feelings, her every glance, every gesture conveying the turmoil within. And Robby's Todd, his meek exterior hiding a well of passion and pain, will make you ache for him. But this isn't just a story of longing and desire. It's a story of family and friendship, of secrets and lies. It's a story of the things we do for love, and the things we do to protect ourselves from it. It's a story that will make you question what you would do in Rebecca's place. Would you deny your feelings, or would you give in to them? Would you play it safe, or would you risk everything for a chance at happiness? And it's a story that will make you question the nature of family. Are they the people we're born into, or the people we choose? Are they the people who share our blood, or the people who share our hearts? And what happens when those lines blur, when the people we love become the people we're not supposed to? But above all, this is a story of performance, of two actors at the top of their game, delivering a scene that will leave you on the edge of your seat. Watch as Ivy and Robby bring Rebecca and Todd to life, their every touch, every kiss, every whispered word a testament to their skill. This isn't just a scene. It's a performance. It's art. So come, take a seat. The stage is set, the actors are ready. The story of Rebecca and Todd is about to unfold. And you won't want to miss a single moment.
