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“While I was institutionalized” From the Film “12 Monkeys.” Jeffrey tries to explain to the other patients what he’s gone through. Dramatic monologue for Adult Male. 2-3 Min. Written by: Chris Marker, David Webb Peoples, and Janet Peoples JEFFREY: WHO CARES ...

ION – Ion is concerned about moving to Athens. Dramatic Monologue For Teen/Young Adult Male Actor. 2-3 Min. ION Far other things appear when nigh, than seen At distance. I indeed embrace my fortune, In thee my father found. But hear ...

AS YOU LIKE IT – Orlando laments about his life. Dramatic Monologue For Teen/Young Adult Male Actor. 1-2 Min. ORLANDO As I remember, Adam, it was upon this fashion bequeathed me by will but poor a thousand crowns, and, as thou ...

AMERICAN HORROR STORY – Violet talks to Ben about school and about Vivien. Dramatic Monologue For Teen Female Actor. 1 Min. VIOLET: I don’t like school. It’s boring and they bully me. That is so you. Some kids say they’re bullied and ...

“We live in the trenches” From the Film “All Quiet on the Western Front” – Paul’s speech on the harsh reality of war. Dramatic Monologue For Teen Male. 2-3 Min. Written by: Lewis Milestone, George Abbott, et al. PAUL BAUMER: “I can’t ...

13 REASONS WHY – Justin tells Jess he almost killed himself. Dramatic Monologue for Teen Male Actor. 1 Min. Justin Foley: “I have to talk to you. Jess…please. I… I’ve been walking around all night. I’ve got no place to leave, ...

“Make a little room” from the film “Freaky Friday” – Anna raises a toast commemorating her late dad and welcoming her new stepfather. Dramatic Monologue For Teen Female Actor. 1-2 Min. Written by Heather Hatch & Leslie Dixon   ANNA: Uh, ...

“You will always be my Mommy” from the film “Captain Fantastic” – At the funeral pyre, Zaja says goodbye to her late mother. Dramatic Monologue For Female Kid Actor. 1 Min. Written by Matt Ross ZAJA: You will always be my mommy. And ...

“Dad MADE her crazy.” from the film “CAPTAIN FANTASTIC” – Rellian tells his brother what their mom was really like. Dramatic Monologue For Male Kid Actor. 1 Min. RELLIAN: She wanted to be flushed down the toilet. Dad MADE her crazy. That’s ...

“I’ve been in the Room nineteen hours.” from the film “ROOM” Jack and his Mom have just been rescued from their captor. Dramatic Monologue for Male Kid Actor. 1 Min. JACK: I’ve been in the world nineteen hours. I’ve seen pancakes ...
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Performing Acting Monologues can be nerve ­wracking. For a time span of 1-­3 minutes it’s all eyes on you. You need to create the character, the scene, and the circumstance all without the help of another actor. And, oftentimes, if you’re performing ...
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We’ve collected lots of acting quotes over the years, but these are the best. Every time we read them we become inspired and focused, and fall in love with the craft all over again. May they do the same for ...
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What do you get when you cross the dorkiest actor alive with one of the most prominent Casting Directors in NYC? Don’t think too hard because there’s no answer. Ahem. Let’s talk about commercials! You’ve seen DAVID BANKS on the ...
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What’s love got to do with it? When it comes to acting – the answer is EVERYTHING. An actor must expose their heart; be vulnerable (often uncomfortably so) to the most volatile of elements. They allow themselves to be overtaken ...
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All kinds of people — scary, grieving, naive, curious people — have once again invaded New York City for The Tribeca Film Festival. Which means it is the ideal time to chat about characters; the art of building real and ...
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My definition of bliss? Watching Michael C. Hall perform in, well… anything! As an actor, he has a way of conveying many layers with a subtle yet dynamic energy. And in his latest film, The Trouble with Bliss, Michael once ...
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Ever think, “I MUST become a successful, working actor or I’ll die!” Well… taking a class at the renowned T. Schreiber Studio in New York City will help you ignite that passion, not just for acting but for every character. ...
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“You have this dream,” you want to host a show… “But you can’t go to Barnes and Noble and learn how to be a successful host,” says casting director and lifestyle expert Jamie Carroll who casts for HGTV, FOOD NETWORK, ...
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Watch the video interview below where ace reporter Kelly Calabrese interviews actress, Sandra Palmeri on her experience using NYCastings and booking projects such as the feature film “Alone” and several principle roles in commercials like: Jack LaLane Power Juicer, Hana ...
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Auditioning has a great deal to do with the art of social networking. Everything in an audition sends a message and builds a profile in the mind of the casting director. The more you know, the larger potential you have ...