Fargo Monologues & Audition Scenes
3 audition scenes from Fargo. Available as monologue & duologues — ready to download for self-tapes, drama school auditions, and practice.
Written by Noah Hawley
Ethelrida's History Report: Assimilation is a Brutal Bargain
Characters: Ethelrida Pearl Smutny
Ethelrida delivers a poignant and intellectual history report that parallels the criminal underworld of Kansas City with the broader struggle of Black assimilation in America. She reflects on the cyclical nature of power, the cost of peace between rival factions, and the inherent prejudice faced by an 'upstanding' person of color in a segregated society.
Ethelrida's Worries and Thurman's Comfort
Characters: Ethelrida, Thurman
Ethelrida sits on her porch late at night, overwhelmed by the uncertainty of her future and her family's mysterious visitors. Her father, Thurman, attempts to shield her from their dire financial reality with gentle reassurance and the comfort of a childhood routine.
Oraetta's Lullaby of Death
Characters: Oraetta Mayflower
Oraetta Mayflower, a nurse with a lethal secret, comforts an elderly patient as she actively facilitates his death. She sings a haunting hymn while stealing his ring, revealing her chilling lack of empathy and her twisted sense of mercy.
About Fargo Audition Scenes
Looking for audition scenes from Fargo? Our collection includes 3 carefully curated monologue and duologues, each formatted and ready for immediate use in auditions, self-tapes, and drama school applications.
Written by Noah Hawley, 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 Fargo 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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