The Waiting Room

 The Waiting Room (Mystery/Absurdist)

Characters:

A: Dressed in a tuxedo, holding a single red balloon.

B: Dressed in pajamas, holding a briefcase.

Setting: A room with two chairs and a door with no handle.

B: Did you see the clock outside?

A: There is no "outside." There’s only this room and the hallway that leads to the room.

B: Well, in the hallway then. The clock had no hands. Just a spinning red dot.

A: (Looking at the balloon) That’s probably my dot. It escaped this morning.

B: (Opening the briefcase to reveal it is full of sand) I’m supposed to give a presentation.

A: About what?

B: I don't remember. But I know it’s very important that the sand stays dry.

A: (Leans in, whispering) If the door opens, don't look at the floor.

B: Why not?

A: Because it’s not there. We’re currently hovering over a very confused jazz club in 1924.

B: (Pause) Is there music?