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Alexander Ostrovsky

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Act III, Scene 7 — Korshunov's Proposal

Poverty Is No Crime

by Alexander Ostrovsky

Korshunov, a wealthy and elderly suitor, attempts to convince a young woman that marrying an old man is superior to marrying a young one. He uses manipulation and cynical logic to argue that youth brings jealousy and infidelity, while age brings stability and material rewards.

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Gloumov's Monologue

The Diary of a Scoundrel

by Alexander Ostrovsky

Gloumov delivers a passionate, seemingly vulnerable confession of love to Kleopatra, detailing his past loneliness and the transformative power of her grace.

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Plays & productions by Alexander Ostrovsky

Poverty Is No CrimeThe Diary of a Scoundrel

About Alexander Ostrovsky

Browse 2 audition scenes and monologues written by Alexander Ostrovsky, including scenes from Poverty Is No Crime and The Diary of a Scoundrel. Ostrovsky's work on AuditionScenes spans drama and comedy-drama and features monologues drawn from play. These scenes are particularly suited for drama school audition, general practice, competition. Each scene includes Director's Notes with performance guidance, character analysis, and a downloadable PDF.