Browse Acting Monologues & Scenes

Twilight

by Melissa Rosenberg

Edward reveals his true vampire nature to Bella in the sunlight, attempting to scare her away by demonstrating his lethal speed and strength. Despite his warnings that he is a dangerous predator, Bella confesses her trust and love for him, leading to a vulnerable moment of mutual admission.

AFTER THE HUNT

by Nora Garrett

A professor delivers a sharp, intellectual rebuke to a student regarding the concept of 'the Other' and the modern desire for sanitized academic environments. She defends the necessity of discomfort and rigorous teaching over the safety of trigger warnings and rounded edges.

Napoleon

by David Scarpa

Napoleon reflects on the devastating toll of his Russian campaign in a letter to Josephine, detailing the loss of men and horses. He grapples with the logistical failures of his army and the waning ambition of his generals as they push toward Moscow.

The Duchess of Malfi

by John Webster

Antonio and Delio stand among the ruins of an ancient abbey where Antonio is haunted by a supernatural echo that sounds like his murdered wife. Despite the echo's dire warnings and Delio's pleas for caution, Antonio resolves to face his fate and confront the Cardinal. The scene highlights Antonio's grief and the atmospheric, gothic dread preceding the play's final tragedies.

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.

The Matrix

by Lilly Wachowski, Lana Wachowski

Trinity approaches Neo in a crowded club to deliver a cryptic warning about the danger he is in. She challenges his perception of reality and reveals that she understands his obsessive search for the truth behind the Matrix.

The Book of Eli

by Gary Whitta, Anthony Peckham

In a post-apocalyptic wasteland, a lone traveler named Eli is lured into a trap by a woman feigning distress. When he realizes it is an ambush, he remains eerily calm while surrounded by five armed hijackers, leading to a tense standoff where he delivers a lethal warning.

Moonrise Kingdom

by Wes Anderson, Roman Coppola

Sam and Suzy seek out Cousin Ben at a scout camp to help them escape their families and potentially get married. Cousin Ben offers them a non-legally binding ceremony while warning them of the moral weight of their decision, leading to a brief but intense moment of doubt between the young runaways.

Wind Chill

by Joseph Gangemi, Steven Katz

A young woman attempts to bribe a highway patrolman after her car breaks down on a desolate road, but the officer's behavior quickly turns predatory and menacing. The tension escalates into a life-threatening situation as the officer's true nature is revealed and a third party intervenes.

Wonder Woman

by Allan Heinberg, Zack Snyder, Jason Fuchs

Steve Trevor attempts to warn General Durgan about an imminent Nazi attack involving advanced technology. In a frantic rush, he recounts his unbelievable journey from a secret island of Amazons to escaping in an invisible jet, risking his credibility to deliver a life-saving warning.

Veronica Mars

by Rob Thomas

Veronica defies the warnings of her classmates to cut down Wallace, a new student who has been duct-taped to the school flagpole by a local gang. Despite the social risks and threats of retaliation, Veronica demonstrates her outsider status and resilience while forming an initial bond with her future best friend.

The Caucasian Chalk Circle

by Bertolt Brecht

Grusha arrives at a collapsing glacier bridge while fleeing from the Ironshirts with a stolen noble infant. Despite the warnings of terrified merchants and the immense physical danger of the two-thousand-foot drop, she chooses to risk her life on the rotted ropes rather than let the child fall into the hands of the soldiers.

A Study in Pink

by Steven Moffat, Mark Gatiss

Following a crime scene investigation, John Watson is left stranded and confused by Sherlock's sudden departure. Sergeant Sally Donovan delivers a chilling warning, suggesting that Sherlock's brilliance is fueled by a psychopathic nature that will eventually lead him to commit a crime himself.

The Bear

by Karen Joseph Adcock, Catherine Schetina

Sydney visits a high-end restaurant to research techniques and reconnects with an old colleague, Chef Nayia. They bond over the frustrations of being Black women in the culinary world and the history of soul food, but the conversation turns somber when Nayia warns Sydney about the dangers of not protecting her intellectual property in a partnership.

This City Is Ours

by Stephen Butchard

During a lavish christening celebration, Diana confronts the reality of her partner Michael's criminal lifestyle. A tense encounter with Cheryl, the wife of a high-ranking associate, serves as a chilling warning about the inevitable isolation and decay that comes with being a 'gangster's wife.'

Merlin

by Julian Jones, Jake Michie, Johnny Capps, Julian Murphy

Merlin desperately attempts to convince Arthur to withdraw from a lethal challenge against an seemingly supernatural knight. Arthur, bound by his sense of duty and honor as the Crown Prince, refuses to back down despite Merlin's warnings that the fight will lead to his certain death.

Zero Day

by Noah Oppenheim, Eric Newman

Alexandra confronts her father, a former high-ranking official, about his potential involvement in a controversial government commission following a national crisis. She warns him that he is being used as a figurehead to weaponize the tragedy, while he struggles to balance his sense of duty with her cynical but grounded perspective on modern power dynamics.

Dublin Murders

by Sarah Phelps

In the aftermath of a tragic discovery at the Devlin house, Detective Rob Reilly speaks with an elderly neighbor, Mrs. Fitzgerald. As she offers flowers and local lore about missing children, she subtly reveals her awareness of Rob's English background and issues a cryptic, unsettling warning about the community's vengeance.

LOST

by David Fury

Sayid confronts the mysterious Danielle Rousseau in the jungle, only to discover she has sabotaged his weapon and killed her own team to prevent a 'sickness' from spreading. As Rousseau struggles with her crushing loneliness and paranoia, Sayid attempts to connect with her through his own grief before she leaves him with a cryptic warning about his fellow survivors.

His Dark Materials

by Jack Thorne

The Master of Jordan College gives Lyra the alethiometer before she leaves for London with Mrs. Coulter. He warns her of the dangers ahead and emphasizes the need for absolute secrecy regarding the device, which reveals the truth. The scene establishes the high stakes of Lyra's journey and the mysterious powers at play in her world.

Fantastic Beasts: The Crimes of Grindelwald

by J.K. Rowling

Newt expresses his anxieties to Jacob about reuniting with Tina in Paris, particularly his jealousy over her new boyfriend. Jacob attempts to give Newt romantic advice, warning him against using awkward magical creature metaphors to describe her beauty.

Poor Things

by Tony McNamara

On a ship deck, Harry confesses his cynical motivations for trying to shatter Bella's worldview, admitting his actions were born of cruelty and bitterness. Bella rejects his nihilism, identifying him as a broken soul and choosing to maintain her own sense of hope despite his warnings about the harshness of reality.

A Good Hunter

by Micah Ranum

A tense standoff occurs in a wildlife sanctuary between Rayburn, a grizzled caretaker, and a mysterious hunter known as Black Boots. The encounter quickly escalates from a verbal warning into a violent physical confrontation involving a shotgun and a primitive spear thrower.

Mulholland Drive

by David Lynch

A powerful and mysterious figure known as the Cowboy confronts Adam, a film director whose life is spiraling out of control. Through a series of cryptic philosophical questions and veiled threats, the Cowboy asserts dominance and instructs Adam to cast a specific girl in his film to regain his status. The scene establishes a surreal power dynamic where Adam's professional and personal survival depends on his total compliance.