Props:
• A bench (or three chairs in a row)
• A watch (optional, can be mimed)
Cast:
• Little Bob – The smallest or youngest of the group, eager and impatient.
• Middle Bob – The middle-sized Bob, neutral but follows along.
• Big Bob – The biggest or oldest Bob, authoritative and serious.
Description:
Three “Bobs” sit in a row on a bench, all with their right leg propped up on their left leg. They sit in silence, waiting. The skit thrives on comedic repetition, exaggerated pauses, and the eventual ridiculous payoff. A cowboy accent or another exaggerated voice adds to the humor.
Script:
(The three Bobs are sitting on the bench, right legs propped over left legs. They stare ahead, silent. The longer the pause, the better.)
Little Bob (turns to Middle Bob, in an exaggerated slow drawl): “Middle Bob? Is it tiiiiime yet?”
Middle Bob (pauses, then turns to Big Bob): “Big Bob? Is it tiiiiime yet?”
Big Bob (dramatically checks watch, nods thoughtfully, then shakes head): “Nope. Not time yet.”
(They all go back to waiting, staring straight ahead. Wait at least 5-10 seconds—build anticipation!)
Little Bob (again, slightly more impatient): “Middle Bob? Is it tiiiiime yet?”
Middle Bob (as if he’s never heard the question before): “Big Bob? Is it tiiiiime yet?”
Big Bob (checks watch again, longer pause, shakes head even more seriously): “Nope. Still not time yet.”
(Repeat this process at least one more time, stretching out the pauses and reactions. Maybe add a deep sigh from one Bob or a small impatient foot tap.)
Little Bob (final time, eagerly leaning forward): “Middle Bob? Is it tiiiiime yet?”
Middle Bob (without hesitation, turns dramatically): “Big Bob? Is it tiiiiime yet?”
Big Bob (checks watch, nods slowly, builds suspense, then suddenly announces):
“Yes. It’s time.”
(All three Bobs immediately switch their legs—left leg now propped over right. They resume staring forward, completely unfazed.)
[PAUSE] (Let the absurdity sink in. Let the audience react. Do not break character.)
(End scene.)
Performance Notes:
• Milk the pauses—the longer the audience waits, the funnier the payoff.
• Commit to the serious tone—the Bobs should treat this as if it’s a life-or-death moment.
• The accents make it better—cowboy drawl, British formality, or even an exaggerated serious whisper can add comedic flair.