Actor's Guide
Expert tips, scene breakdowns, monologue recommendations, and audition advice — curated for actors at every level.
How to Build an Actor's Portfolio (EPK) in 2026
Learn how to build a high-conversion electronic press kit that captures the attention of top casting directors and agents in today's competitive industry.
How to Find a Voice & Acting Coach
Finding a coach who understands your specific goals—whether it’s RADA auditions or a Netflix self-tape—is a career-defining move. Here is how to choose the right mentor.
How to Choose a Monologue for Your Audition
Selecting the right audition piece is a strategic decision. Learn how to choose a monologue that showcases your range and resonates with casting directors or drama school panels.
What Casting Directors Actually Look For in a Headshot
A headshot is your first audition. We examine the specific markers casting directors look for in a professional photograph and how to ensure yours stands out.
How to Prepare for a Self-Tape Audition
Master the technical and creative hurdles of the modern self-tape with this guide to preparation, performance, and professional delivery.
What's Your Casting Type? A Guide for New Actors
A practical guide to working out how casting directors see you, and using that to choose your headshots and audition scenes.
How to Write a Cover Letter to an Agent (with Template)
Securing representation starts with the perfect pitch. Learn how to write a concise, professional cover letter that gets agents to click your showreel.
A-level Drama Monologues: Pieces That Work for the Practical Exam
A teacher's shortlist of A-level Drama monologues and duologues from published plays, with notes on matching each piece to the right student.
Best Monologues for GCSE Drama Students
Monologues from the AuditionScenes library that suit 14 to 16 year olds, with classical, contemporary and duologue picks and a checklist for choosing.
The Complete UK Drama School Audition Guide
What RADA, LAMDA, Guildhall, Royal Central and the other major UK conservatoires actually want — how the rounds work, how to pick your classical and contemporary speeches, and how to prepare across a long audition season without burning out.
Self-Tape Auditions: The Complete Guide for Actors
Self-tapes are how most actors are cast now. A complete, practical guide to framing, lighting, sound, your reader, slating and the performance choices that survive a small screen — plus the mistakes that get a tape skipped in the first five seconds.
How to Choose the Perfect Audition Monologue
The piece you choose matters more than how you perform it. A practical, panel-tested framework for picking a monologue that fits your casting, the brief and the room — with the mistakes that get strong actors cut.
Coming-of-Age Scenes for Young Actors
Dive into the transformative world of coming-of-age scenes, perfect for young actors looking to showcase emotional depth and relatable experiences.
5 Best Monologues for Young Actors
Looking for the perfect audition piece? Discover 5 powerful monologues for young actors, ranging from Shakespearean comedy to modern drama, to help you nail your next audition.
Contemporary TV Scenes Casting Directors Love
Curious what kind of TV scenes catch a casting director's eye? Uncover the compelling, nuanced performances that set actors apart in today's television landscape.
How to Memorise Lines Fast (Actor's Guide)
Struggling to get off-book for a last-minute self-tape? Discover proven techniques from top UK drama schools to lock in your dialogue quickly and effectively.
10 Best Acting Talent Agencies in London
Looking for representation in the UK? Discover the 10 best acting agencies in London and learn how to impress them with the perfect audition scenes from our library.
5 Best Dramatic Monologues for Men
Discover the 5 best dramatic monologues for men. From Shakespeare's Angelo to Chaplin's powerful plea for humanity, find the perfect scene to showcase your range and nail your next audition.
5 Best Comedy Monologues for Women
Looking for the perfect laugh? Discover 5 of the best comedy monologues for women, featuring works by Shakespeare, Oscar Wilde, and modern TV hits like Parks and Recreation.
5 Best Shakespeare Monologues
Struggling to find the perfect classical monologue? Explore our top 5 Shakespeare monologue picks for actors, complete with acting tips and character breakdowns.