Monologues for children

Here are a few suggestions that may contain appropriate monologues for children. See the links to find more monologues for teens, young children, young women, and adults. Some of them are royalty-free. Where possible, we have included a .pdf version of the monologue for your convenience. Some of these suggestions are fine for either boys or girls. We strongly suggest that you read our article Be Prepared: 10 Audition Tips for New Actors. It contains information about what to look for in a monologue and more about auditioning.

Be very protective of your child and ALWAYS be with them in a theatre or on a set, even during auditions. ALWAYS. If you are told that parents or guardians are not allowed, then that should be a huge red flag. Thank the directors for their time and take your child home.

It is fine to have a child audition with a light piece, especially at the younger age range in this category. By eleven and twelve years old, you should be able to find something that is representative of the audition notice request, and of the show being cast. (eg. Shakespeare, comedy, tragedy, contemporary, modern)

Two minutes may be too much , so be sensitive to your child's ability and comfort level. A nine year old may have a hard time with a one minute monologue, but a twelve year old should be able to do at least 75 seconds. Children at these ages tend to be information sponges, so encourage something that approaches the two minute mark, so long as the child is comfortable.

For the younger end of this age range, check the previous page for Young Children, and for the older age, also check the Teen section. There will always be overlap. It is up to you and your child, and the drama coach to decide what works best.

Monologues from works in the public domain

Shakespeare
“As young as I am, I have observed these three swashers.” - Boy Henry V, III, ii (tragedy, male)
“My mistress with a monster is in love” - Puck A Midsummer Night's Dream, III, ii (comedy, male or female)
“All hail, great master!” - Ariel The Tempest, I, ii (comedy, male or female)
Modern
“Oh you wicked little thing! Really, Dinah ought to have taught you better manners!” - Through the Looking Glass, Lewis Carroll (comedy, female)

Request audio recording of any audition monologue for only $1.00.

Audio recordings are a useful tool for actors who are trying to learn lines.

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Monologues for young children
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