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    Scenes by William Congreve

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    duologue
    3 min

    Mirabell and Millamant's Duel of Wit

    The Way of The World

    by William Congreve

    Mirabell attempts to express his sincere affection while Millamant playfully deflects his seriousness with sharp wit and social games.

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    duologue
    4 min

    The Proviso Scene

    The Way of The World

    by William Congreve

    Mirabell and Millamant negotiate the witty and cynical terms of their marriage contract to ensure they maintain their independence and affection.

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    monologue
    2 min

    Mr. Betterton's Prologue

    The Way of The World

    by William Congreve

    A sophisticated prologue in which the speaker addresses the audience to manage expectations for the upcoming play. He humorously critiques the plight of poets and humbly submits the author's work to the audience's judgment, emphasizing a desire to please rather than moralize.

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    duologue
    2 min

    The Way of the World - Mrs. Marwood Paints the Horrors of Court

    The Way of The World

    by William Congreve

    Mrs. Marwood terrifies Lady Wishfort with a vivid, satirical description of the public humiliation and legal scandal they will face in court.

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    Production by William Congreve

    The Way of The World

    About William Congreve

    Browse 4 audition scenes and monologues written by William Congreve, including scenes from The Way of The World. Congreve's work on AuditionScenes spans comedy and features duologues and monologues drawn from play. These scenes are particularly suited for drama school audition, agent showcase, general practice. Each scene includes Director's Notes with performance guidance, character analysis, and a downloadable PDF.