Teen Monologues

Chadwick, a highly intelligent but bullied sixth-form student, delivers a nihilistic and articulate prophecy regarding the collapse of human civilization. He uses this global perspective to diminish the significance of his bully's harassment.

Hester Worsley, a young American visitor, delivers a scathing critique of the hypocrisy and moral decay she perceives in the English upper class. She challenges the guests at Lady Hunstanton's party to recognize their spiritual emptiness and their mistreatment of the poor.

Young Bea attempts to process the sudden death of her parents by inviting her godmother Sophie to join her morning routine. She explains her theory that surviving tragedy is like completing a jigsaw puzzle and 'picking up the pieces' of her old life.

A contemplative, hopeful, cautious, innocent Young Sophie's monologue from "Sophie" by Bryan Willis. Genre: serio-comic.

A sarcastic, passive-aggressive, enthusiastic (feigned) Morgan's monologue from "The Rehearsal" by Don Zolidis. Genre: comedy.

Gianni, a witty sixteen-year-old Capulet, delivers a meticulous and eccentric monologue regarding the proper way to prepare and serve tea. He discusses the necessity of warming the pot and the dangers of turnip-contaminated milk in the winter.

A young boy, Will, is cycling home alone at night when he encounters a mysterious, terrifying figure. He races home, only to find himself alone and the figure pursuing him. He attempts to call for help but is confronted by the entity, ultimately vanishing from his shed.

A kind-hearted diner owner tries to feed and communicate with a mysterious, non-verbal young girl who has wandered into his restaurant. The stakes rise as he discovers a strange numerical tattoo on her wrist, suggesting she has escaped from a traumatic situation.

Gillian, a self-proclaimed 'dag', admits her intense and unrequited crush on the most popular boy in school. She details the embarrassing lengths she goes to for his attention and the elaborate romantic fantasies she constructs in her head.

A confessional, infatuated, self-deprecating Gillian's monologue from "Dags" by Debra Oswald.

Juliet waits impatiently for the Nurse to return with news from Romeo regarding their wedding arrangements. She reflects on the agonizing slowness of time and the contrast between the swiftness of youthful passion and the perceived lethargy of the elderly.

A earnest, thoughtful, affectionate George Gibbs's monologue from "Our Town" by Thornton Wilder. Genre: serio-comic.

Tom, a terminally ill teenager, recounts a cynical and awkward encounter with a doctor who used a talk about sex to mask the gravity of Tom's failing health. He reflects on the dishonesty of the adults around him and the clinical coldness of his diagnosis.

Juliet impatiently awaits the arrival of her new husband, Romeo, for their wedding night. She delivers a poetic soliloquy invoking the night to come quickly and hide their tryst before being interrupted by the Nurse.

A thoughtful, introspective, slightly melancholic Ponyboy's monologue from "The Outsiders" by Christopher Sergel. Genre: drama.

A contemplative, innocent, imaginative Dot's monologue from "Finer Noble Gases" by Adam Rapp. Genre: drama.

Chadwick, a highly intelligent but bullied student, delivers a chilling and nihilistic prophecy about the inevitable collapse of human civilization. He uses this global perspective to diminish the significance of his bully's insults.

A confident, resentful, intelligent Dennis's monologue from "Class Action" by Brad Slaight. Genre: serio-comic.

A hysterical, fearful, self-righteous, accusatory Mary Warren's monologue from "The Crucible" by Arthur Miller. Genre: drama.

Tom, a terminally ill teenager, recounts the clinical and awkward ways doctors and nurses treated him during his hospital stay. He reflects on the dishonesty of his prognosis and a particularly uncomfortable conversation regarding his burgeoning sexuality.

During a forced Thanksgiving pageant at summer camp, Wednesday Addams goes off-script to deliver a scathing indictment of colonialism before leading a revolt. She contrasts the future suffering of indigenous people with the mundane luxuries of the pilgrims.

A anxious, humorous, stream-of-consciousness, teenage angst Tracey's monologue from "Chewing Gum Dreams" by Michaela Coel.

A defensive, resentful, frustrated Jamie's monologue from "None of the Above" by Jenny Lyn Bader. Genre: drama.

Morgan, a high school actress, delivers a passive-aggressive and highly caffeinated introduction to her castmates. While claiming to be a 'team player,' she thinly veils her jealousy over not getting the lead role and her awkward excitement about kissing her co-star.