Ladies and gentlemen Quote by Stephen Adly Guirgis
““JUDGE LITTLEFIELD (rising): Right … Ladies and gentlemen of the jury, at this time, I must excuse myself from these proceedings until such time as said witness has concluded testimony. Before his ascension into the Lap of the Lord, Caiaphas the Elder and I were partners in a successful chain of Kosher Pizza Parlors in East Purgatory—For that reason, at this time, I must step down. Bailiff!!! Get your ass over there, put on those glasses, and adjudicate—pronto! Proceed.””
About This Quote
Source Play: "The Littlefield Trial", 2015
A character humorously resigns from a courtroom to attend a divine appointment, highlighting absurdity and the clash between sacred duty and mundane business.
In simple terms: A lawyer quits to go to heaven, mixing comedy with seriousness.
Key Takeaway
Know when to step away for higher priorities.
Themes
absurdity
duty
humor
conflict
Mood
witty
satirical
Type
dramatic
humorous
When to use this quote
- courtroom drama
- career change
- spiritual crisis
Key Concepts
theatre
satire
religion
Questions to Reflect On
- When is it appropriate to leave a duty?
- What does “Lap of the Lord” symbolize?
A Different Perspective
Comedy may downplay the gravity of real responsibilities.
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