Boyhood Monologues & Audition Scenes
3 audition scenes from Boyhood. Available as duologue & groups — ready to download for self-tapes, drama school auditions, and practice.
Written by Richard Linklater
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Mason and Jill Meet in San Marcos
Characters: Jill, Mason
Two teenagers run into each other on the street and engage in awkward, earnest small talk about school, books, and local social life. Jill subtly plays matchmaker by revealing a friend's crush on Mason while inviting him to an upcoming party.
Bowling Alley Cafe
Characters: DAD, SAMANTHA
A father, recently returned, discusses politics and his past with his two children in a bowling alley cafe. The conversation shifts from the Iraq War to his potential return and the children's memories of his relationship with their mother, revealing lingering family tensions.
Mason's Collection
Characters: MASON, DAD
Mason shows his dad his collection of found objects, including arrowheads, snake vertebrae, and beaver claws. His sister Samantha then enters, eager to show their dad her basketball pictures, diverting his attention.
About Boyhood Audition Scenes
Looking for audition scenes from Boyhood? Our collection includes 3 carefully curated duologue and groups, each formatted and ready for immediate use in auditions, self-tapes, and drama school applications.
Written by Richard Linklater, these scenes capture the essence of the production and provide rich material for actors at every level.
Every scene includes character breakdowns, context notes, and director's notes to help you prepare. All scenes are available as downloadable PDFs with Pro membership.
How to use Boyhood scenes for auditions
Choose a scene that matches the tone and casting type of your audition. Use the character breakdowns to understand the emotional arc, then download the PDF to rehearse. Our scenes work perfectly for self-tapes, in-person auditions, drama school applications, and acting class exercises.
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