Browse Acting Monologues & Scenes

The End of the Tour

by Donald Margulies

Journalist David Lipsky confronts acclaimed author David Foster Wallace about his 'regular guy' persona, accusing him of intellectual posturing and false modesty. The scene is a high-stakes psychological tug-of-war where both men struggle with envy, authenticity, and the fear of being misrepresented.

EXCHANGE STUDENTS

by Ron J. Friedman, Steve Bencich

Barry returns home overwhelmed by his newfound popularity and the physical toll of his secret life, leading to a vulnerable moment with his father. His father attempts to offer guidance on identity and authenticity, admitting his own fallibility as a parent while trying to support his son's struggle to fit in.

The Hunger Games: Catching Fire

by Simon Beaufoy, Michael Arndt

Plutarch Heavensbee, the new Head Gamemaker, dances with Katniss Everdeen at a Capitol party. He reveals his cynical perspective on the Games and his own dangerous ambitions, while subtly warning Katniss about the perils of her authenticity.

A Complete Unknown

by James Mangold, Jay Cocks

In the early morning light of a New York apartment, Joan and Bob discuss their musical origins and creative processes. The tension rises when Bob bluntly criticizes Joan's songwriting style, leading to a sharp exchange about authenticity and artistic ego.

A Complete Unknown

by James Mangold, Jay Cocks

In a rain-soaked car, a young Bob Dylan and folk legend Pete Seeger debate the merits of musical genres and authenticity. Bob defends the raw energy of rock and roll and Buddy Holly, while Pete argues for the purity and social weight of traditional folk music.