Monologues for teens and young adults
Monologues for teens and young adults 13 - 23
Some of these monologues for teens are royalty-free. We have included monologues for young women, especially, becuse they are not easy to find. Where possible, we have included a .pdf version of the monologue for your convenience. Some of these teen monologue suggestions are fine for either males or females. 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 an audition monologue and more about auditioning. You can read about monologues, and find out how to create your resume and learn about what you need for a head shot. And of course, we believe that you should be able to get the best help from your acting coach.
Whether you are going to your first audition for community theatre, or auditioning for the latest Broadway musical; you need to nail your monologue!
It is also very helpful to check out what is happening in major centres, like Broadway, Hollywood, Chicago, Toronto, and London. These are some of the major entertainment cities in the world, so knowing what is going on there, can help you to stay up to date on new musicals, plays, and movies, ultimately helping to find appropriate pieces for monologues (especially contemporary ones).
Parents always need to watch out for their teen's well-being. Despite the more adult ability, looks, and manners, children are perhaps the most vulnerable during their teens. Stage and set should still ALWAYS be a place where parents and guardians are welcome, but be aware that your teen may not want you there. That does NOT mean that you should acquiesce and never show up, but it does mean that you should check the company and make contact with the director and the stage manager. Get into the habit of picking up your teen a few minutes before rehearsal is over. Take notice if there is profanity being used by anyone, take notice if there is physical contact between your teen and other actors, and pay attention to the ages of the cast. If you see something on stage that you are uncomfortable with, then you have to talk to the director about it.
Never fall for the excuse 'oh, it's just acting'. If you would not tolerate behaviours, and language (both in and out of the script) at home, then you should not tolerate them on the stage and set. This is the age when children have to be more protective of themselves and their personal space.
Teens should be able to find something that fits the audition notice, and should be fine with a two-minute piece. If you are at the younger end of this age range, you may also want to check the children's section for something that may work for you.
Of course, the whole purpose of having an excellent monologue is to get work, paid or unpaid, so. If you have read this far, you are a motivated actor interested in work in theatre, film or television as a possible career. Find our more about The Vancouver Film School.
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Monologues for young children
Monologues for children
