Brick: You're not gonna believe this. Today, in the hall between third and fourth period, I saw Cindy... hatless. Hatless! That's not a tic. I'm just repeating it for emphasis. [whispers] Emphasis. Damn it.

Brick: You think my role in the family is being nothing? Well... you are correct.
Frankie: Wait, what?
Brick: That's right. I demand nothing. I'm the cactus that grows without the water of attention. I didn't need braces, I have no after-school activities that require your attendance, I don't burden you with worrying about me staying out too late with "friends."
Mike: He's got a point there.
Brick: My role as the unnoticed is perhaps the most important one in the family. Because I ask for nothing, you guys don't have to do anything. You don't have to thank me. I just appreciate you hearing me out.

Brick: [plays sour note on French horn]
Mike: What the hell is that?
Frankie: Brick, stop it!
Brick: I'm sorry, I will not be stopping. From what I'm hearing, we're all gonna be unshackled from our roles. Therefore, I am no longer content to sit in the shadows. I want attention... and a lot of it. [plays sour note on French horn]
Mike: Where'd you get that thing?
Brick: In my quest for female companionship, I joined the orchestra. I actually joined a week ago, but no one bothered to ask why I've been staying late after school. But that's all about to change. I can't wait to share every fascinating detail of orchestra. And I have a...
Frankie: Don't say it!
Brick: Oh, I'm saying it. A concert next week, and I expect you all to be there! I have a lot of needs, and I expect them to be met. Tell me what song this sounds like.[plays sour note on French horn]
Mike: Brick, sorry, but if you're looking for encouragement, you're gonna have to dig down deep inside yourself to find the will to go on, 'cause your mom is out of the cheerleading business.
Brick: Uh, Dad? You're interrupting me. I don't think you should be interru...