Dumb Doctor
| Category: | Physical Comedy & Slapstick |
|---|---|
| Category: | Sound Effect / Visual Gag |
| Props: | Chairs lined up or a tabletop to represent a hospital bed |
| Notes: | Exaggerated facial expressions and clear pantomime help sell the silent struggle. Timing of the final reveal is key. |
[Doctor:] Hmmm, let's see. Mr. Smith. Hmmm, recovering nicely. Good progress!
Patient wakes up and starts grabbing his throat like he can't breathe.
[Doctor:] What is it? Do you need something to drink?
Patient shakes head No
[Doctor:] Do you need pain meds?
Patient shakes head No frantically
[Doctor:] Are you having a heart attack?
Patient shakes head No. He pantomimes scribbling on a piece of paper.
[Doctor:] You want a pencil and paper?
Patient nods head Yes
Doctor hands him paper and pencil. Patient writes note with his last bit of strength and then falls back dead.
[Doctor:] (reading note) You are standing on my oxygen hose!
Doctor looks down at his shoes and takes a step back, then guiltily scurries offstage