Browse Acting Monologues & Scenes

Uncle Vanya

by Anton Chekhov

Dr. Astrov reflects on his profound disillusionment with humanity and the medical profession. He expresses a deep-seated cynicism regarding the moral decay of the world and explains how he uses alcohol to numb the existential pain of his daily life.

Bad Santa

by Glenn Ficarra, John Requa

While in the middle of a sexual encounter, Willie is interrupted by the Kid, who presents him with a handmade Christmas gift. The unexpected gesture of genuine affection and the sight of the blood-stained 'wooden pickle' causes the cynical, alcoholic Willie to have an emotional breakdown. The scene juxtaposes crude situational comedy with a moment of surprising vulnerability.

The Brothers Bloom

by Rian Johnson

Bloom confronts his brother Stephen about his desire to quit their life of elaborate con artistry. He expresses a deep existential crisis, feeling that his entire identity has been scripted by Stephen, while Stephen attempts to deflect the seriousness of the conversation with wit and alcohol.

Accused: Helen's Story

by Alice Nutter, Jimmy McGovern

Following their son's funeral, Frank and Helen reach a breaking point in their shared grief. Frank lashes out at Helen's obsessive need for order and her investigation into their son's death, while Helen condemns Frank's reliance on alcohol to cope with the tragedy.

Everything Must Go

by Dan Rush

Nick confesses the details of his relapse and the subsequent legal accusation to his neighbor Samantha. He struggles to reconcile his identity as an alcoholic with the specific nature of the allegations, seeking a sense of understanding or absolution.

Everything Must Go

by Dan Rush

Nick, a man who has lost his job and been locked out of his home by his wife, has moved his belongings onto the front lawn in a state of alcoholic defiance. His friend Frank, a police officer, attempts to de-escalate the situation and convince Nick to leave, but Nick uses the philosophy of Sun Tzu to justify his refusal to retreat from his 'corner.'

Eternal Sunshine of the Spotless Mind

by Charlie Kaufman

Clementine invites Joel back to her apartment where she attempts to break through his social anxiety with alcohol and eccentric conversation. As she oscillates between vulnerability and manic energy, Joel struggles to keep up with her shifting moods while feeling an undeniable connection.

Words and Music

by John Patrick Shanley

Lorenz Hart and Richard Rodgers confront the fracturing of their legendary partnership during a tense encounter at Sardi's. As Rodgers celebrates the success of Oklahoma! with his new collaborator, a spiraling Hart desperately tries to reassert his creative relevance while Rodgers forces him to face the reality of his alcoholism and reliability.

Fleabag

by Phoebe Waller-Bridge

In a desperate and pathetic attempt to save his marriage, Martin lists his minor domestic contributions while acknowledging his 'bad personality' and alcohol problem. He ultimately insults his wife after she literally begs him to leave.