Browse Acting Monologues & Scenes

Yellowstone

by Taylor Sheridan

Beth discovers a car seat in Jamie's vehicle, forcing him to admit he has a secret son. The revelation triggers Beth's deep-seated trauma regarding her infertility, leading to a violent confrontation and a chilling vow of revenge against her brother.

Long Day's Journey Into Night

by Eugene O'Neill

A tense confrontation between a father and son regarding the younger brother's failing health and the family's history of denial. Jamie accuses his father of being a miserly provider who prioritizes real estate over his son's medical care, while Tyrone retaliates by attacking Jamie's lack of ambition and reliance on his father's influence.

Zatch Bell!

by Masashi Kishimoto

A frustrated Naruto struggles with feelings of inadequacy and neglect during his training. Hinata approaches him with a bento box, offering emotional support and reminding him of his parents' legacy to help him rediscover his resolve.

Zatch Bell!

by Masashi Kishimoto

Naruto struggles with the fear of losing control over the destructive power within him, questioning his own humanity. Hinata provides emotional grounding and reassurance, urging him to embrace his strength rather than fear it.

Twenty Five Twenty One

by Kwon Do-eun

A veteran news anchor reflects on the heavy personal cost of her career success, confessing to a younger colleague that she missed her husband's funeral to report on a tragedy. The scene explores the painful conflict between professional duty and familial love.

Twenty Five Twenty One

by Kwon Hye-joo

A poignant reunion between a father and son where they confront the trauma of past financial ruin and the recent psychological toll of reporting on 9/11. The scene explores themes of shared hopelessness, parental guilt, and the burden of family responsibility.

Twenty Five Twenty One

by Kwon Hye-joo

A poignant reunion between a father and son who have both been weathered by financial and national crises. They share a vulnerable moment of mutual forgiveness, discussing the weight of responsibility and the hope required to survive traumatic times.

Twenty Five Twenty One

by Kim Eun-hee

A long-distance couple faces a breaking point when Yi Jin reveals he has applied for a permanent position in New York without telling Hee Do. The scene explores the conflict between professional duty, the trauma of reporting on tragedy, and the emotional toll of a relationship where one partner feels deprioritized.

Sorry, Baby

by Eva Victor

Agnes recounts a traumatic sexual encounter to her friend Lydie while sitting in a bathtub. As Agnes processes the details of the evening, both women realize the gravity of the assault that occurred, ending in a moment of somber support.

Sorry, Baby

by Eva Victor

Agnes speaks to an infant, Jane, offering a brutally honest and darkly comedic perspective on the hardships of life. She promises to be a non-judgmental confidante for Jane's future struggles while grappling with her own lack of maternal instinct and the existential weight of bringing a child into the world.

The Color Purple

by Marcus Gardley

Sofia confronts Celie after discovering that Celie advised Harpo to beat her into submission. The scene explores the cycle of domestic abuse and Sofia's fierce refusal to be broken, contrasting her defiant spirit with Celie's submissive survival. It marks a pivotal moment of realization and empowerment for both women.

After the Hunt

by Nora Garrett

Alma confronts Maggie outside the Yale library, delivering a scathing critique of Maggie's character, privilege, and perceived lack of talent. The tension reaches a breaking point when Alma suggests Maggie lied about a serious incident, leading to a violent physical confrontation.

Yellowstone

by Taylor Sheridan

John Dutton seeks guidance from Senator Lynelle Perry as he struggles to adapt to his new role as Governor. They discuss the political fallout of his daughter's arrest and the strategic dangers of dealing with environmental groups.

Punch-Drunk Love

by Paul Thomas Anderson

Barry corners his brother-in-law, Walter, in a private moment to desperately seek professional help for his emotional instability. The scene highlights Barry's profound isolation and his fear of being judged by his overbearing family.

A Woman of No Importance

by Oscar Wilde

Mrs. Arbuthnot delivers a powerful defense of her life and her devotion to her son, Gerald. She explains the immense sacrifices she made as an unwed mother in a judgmental society, pleading with him to understand that her 'sin' is inseparable from her love for him.

The Picture of Dorian Gray

by Oscar Wilde

Basil Hallward confesses his deep-seated anxiety regarding the tragic fate of those blessed with extraordinary beauty or intellect. He warns Lord Henry that their unique gifts—wealth, brains, and Dorian's beauty—will ultimately lead to their suffering and ruin.

Blue Eye Samurai

by Michael Green, Amber Noizumi

Akemi attempts to manipulate her father, Lord Daichi, into letting her marry the man she loves rather than a wealthy old lord. Daichi uses a brutal metaphor about a pig to assert his dominance before revealing he has already considered her preferred suitor, Taigen.

Blue Eye Samurai

by Michael Green, Amber Noizumi

Mizu reveals her true identity and her quest for vengeance to her blind mentor, the Swordmaker. The scene explores the metaphor of 'mixed metal' as Mizu grapples with her heritage and her singular objective to kill the four white men in Japan.

The Pillowman

by Martin McDonagh

In a high-stakes interrogation, Ariel attempts to extract a confession from Michal, a man with a child-like intellect. Michal reveals the disturbing logic behind his crimes, linking them to his brother's macabre stories and their shared history of parental abuse.

A View From the Bridge

by Arthur Miller

Eddie Carbone issues a stern warning to his wife and niece about the extreme dangers of revealing the presence of illegal immigrants in their home. He uses the brutal cautionary tale of Vinny Bolzano to illustrate the social ostracization and violence that awaits anyone who betrays their community to the authorities.

A View From the Bridge

by Arthur Miller

Eddie expresses his overprotective and increasingly suffocating concern over Catherine's maturing appearance and behavior. Catherine seeks his approval for her new look, but the conversation shifts into a tense confrontation about her innocence and his possessive boundaries.

A View From the Bridge

by Arthur Miller

Alfieri, a lawyer and narrator, introduces the setting of Red Hook and the cultural tension between ancient Sicilian codes of honor and modern American law. He establishes a sense of impending doom, reflecting on his role as a powerless observer to the 'bloody course' of human tragedy.

Blue Eye Samurai

by Amber Noizumi, Michael Green

A powerful lord confronts his daughter about her duty to marry for political alliance rather than love. Using a brutal metaphor about a farmer and his pigs, he asserts his control before revealing he may consider the young samurai she actually desires.

Blue Eye Samurai

by Michael Green, Amber Noizumi

A young apprentice reveals their true identity and a vengeful quest to their blind mentor. The scene explores themes of identity, 'impurity,' and the philosophical connection between sword-making and the soul.