9 Character Questions

Who am I ?

My name is Eilert lovborg, I am a man of my thirties and from an aristocratic family. I am a former alcoholic and now have a career as a teacher and author. I am a man of average height, I'm dressed in the rather smart attire of a black and white suit and tend to carry myself in quite a strong, confident manner. I have spent my life living on the edge, striving to succeed and embrace anything life has to offer. However after being reunited with my beloved Hedda it seems I've been stumped, as I come to grips with weather i really want to continue living in the world as I know it.    

What time is it ?

Living in 1890's Norway, it is the early hours of a cold Autumn evening. Although there is a cool breeze in the atmosphere, there is a clear red sky as the sun begins to set.

Where am I ?

I am currently in the new home Mr and Mrs Tesman; a former colleague and a woman who was once very dear to me. I have been kindly invited in, and now find myself seated upon an arm chair as I admire my surroundings.

What surrounds me ?

Before me lies a drawing room. The space holds entirely new furniture, with every detail showing a clear sense of intricate thought and planning. High ceilings and great tall widows on every side of the room provide the most spectacular lighting, in doing so extenuating the radiant colours of the numerous flowers dotted around the place. 


My relationship with the surroundings ?

Although surrounded by an undeniably beautiful space, I am finding almost impossible ignore the things that play on my mind. Once living a life completely free of all care and worry,I decided to make some changes in my life in order to better myself as a person, for example putting a stop to my regular consumption of alcohol. However being in the constant presence of people of my past has started to corrupt me and I wonder whether I will be able to with stand this for much longer.

What are my given circumstances ?

In my scenes as Eilert, the cracks in this innocent persona that has been previously up held by Loveborg are begging to unravel. I have agreed to the invitation of a night out about the town with Brack and George, in doing so giving in to the temptations of alcohol, going against myself and Thea. Also I have managed to loose my manuscript, meaning I have lost all mine and Thea's hard work and ruined any of my hopes of a some what happy life.  

What do I want ?

I have come to the conclusion that after losing my manuscript, I no longer want to attempt to make anything of my life. Therefore eventually wanting to end my life, also cutting of my relationship with Thea and saying goodbye to the one woman I truly love but can never be with, Hedda Gabler  

Whats blocking me ?

Really the only thing in between Eilert and his objective is himself. He makes it clear that he is sure on his decision to "end it all" and really there is no one capable of stopping him from doing this, apart from himself and possibly Hedda, who doesn't do so.

What am I going to do to get what I want ?

In order to achieve my objective I must be truthful and real with the people that I care for around me. I must set my wrongs with Thea right  and say goodbye to the one love.