Chernobyl Monologues & Audition Scenes
3 audition scenes from Chernobyl. Available as duologues — ready to download for self-tapes, drama school auditions, and practice.
Written by Craig Mazin
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The First Time You Kill
Characters: Bacho, Garo
Bacho attempts to comfort a young recruit who is struggling with the emotional weight of his first kill during the liquidator operations. He shares a grim story from his time in Afghanistan to illustrate the hardening of one's soul in the face of duty.
We All Have 23 Roentgen
Characters: Pavel, Bacho
A seasoned veteran explains the grim reality of the radiation safety protocols to a naive new recruit. He reveals that the official measurements are falsified to keep men working in the disaster zone, highlighting the systemic negligence and the expendability of the liquidators.
The Chernobyl Phone Call
Characters: Legasov, Shcherbina
Boris Shcherbina calls Valery Legasov to inform him of an accident at the Chernobyl Nuclear Power Plant. While Shcherbina attempts to downplay the severity of the situation, Legasov immediately recognizes the danger of the reported radiation levels, leading to a tense exchange about authority and expertise.
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About Chernobyl Audition Scenes
Looking for audition scenes from Chernobyl? Our collection includes 3 carefully curated duologue, each formatted and ready for immediate use in auditions, self-tapes, and drama school applications.
Written by Craig Mazin, 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 Chernobyl 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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