Henry VI, Part 1 Monologues & Audition Scenes
10 audition scenes from Henry VI, Part 1. Available as duologue & monologues — ready to download for self-tapes, drama school auditions, and practice.
Written by William Shakespeare
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Joan and Charles: The Trial of Arms
Characters: JOAN LA PUCELLE, CHARLES
Joan of Arc (La Pucelle) introduces herself to Charles, the Dauphin of France, claiming divine inspiration. After defeating him in a trial by combat, Charles becomes infatuated with her, though Joan insists on focusing on her holy mission to save France.
Talbot Honours Old Salisbury
Characters: Talbot
Lord Talbot stands in the captured town of Orleans, ordering a memorial for the fallen Salisbury and reflecting on his revenge against the French forces.
Talbot Ambushed
Characters: Talbot
Lord Talbot discovers his comrade Salisbury mortally wounded on the battlefield. He laments the loss of the great warrior and vows a bloody revenge against the French.
Mortimer's Dying Words
Characters: MORTIMER, RICHARD
A dying Edmund Mortimer explains the complex dynastic history and his rightful claim to the English throne to his nephew, Richard Plantagenet. He recounts the failed rebellions and the suppression of the Mortimer line under the Lancastrian kings.
Charles Credits the Maid
Characters: Charles
Charles, the Dauphin of France, celebrates the military victory brought about by Joan of Arc. He vows to honor her above all others, promising to make her the new patron saint of France.
Mortimer and Plantagenet: The Secret of the Crown
Characters: Mortimer, Richard Plantagenet
The dying Edmund Mortimer explains the complex history of the Yorkist claim to the throne to his nephew, Richard Plantagenet, urging him to be politically cautious.
Talbot: Whirled Like a Potter's Wheel
Characters: Talbot
Talbot expresses his utter disbelief and shame as his English troops are driven back by Joan of Arc (Pucelle). He berates his soldiers for their perceived cowardice and laments the death of Salisbury.
Gloucester Rebukes the Bishop
Characters: GLOUCESTER
The Duke of Gloucester confronts the Bishop of Winchester in the Parliament House, accusing him of treason, malice, and unholy behavior. He details the Bishop's crimes and his alleged plot to assassinate Gloucester at London Bridge.
Joan la Pucelle: A Shepherd's Daughter
Characters: Joan La Pucelle
Joan of Arc (Joan La Pucelle) introduces herself to the Dauphin of France, explaining her divine calling to lead the French army against the English and challenging him to a trial by combat.
The Messenger Brings News of France's Loss
Characters: Messenger
A messenger arrives to deliver a harrowing report of the English defeat at Orléans. He describes the heroic but ultimately tragic stand of Lord Talbot and the shameful cowardice of Sir John Fastolfe.
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About Henry VI, Part 1 Audition Scenes
Looking for audition scenes from Henry VI, Part 1? Our collection includes 10 carefully curated duologue and monologues, each formatted and ready for immediate use in auditions, self-tapes, and drama school applications.
Written by William Shakespeare, 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 Henry VI, Part 1 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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