Buried Child Monologues & Audition Scenes

Looking for audition scenes from Buried Child? Our collection includes 1 carefully curated monologue, each formatted and ready for immediate use in auditions, self-tapes, and drama school applications.

Written by Sam Shepard, 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 Buried Child 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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