Only Murders In The Building Monologues & Audition Scenes
4 audition scenes from Only Murders In The Building. Available as group & duologues — ready to download for self-tapes, drama school auditions, and practice.
Written by Steve Martin & John Hoffman
The Elevator Encounter
Characters: Oliver, Charles, Mabel, Tim Kono
Three strangers living in the same luxury apartment building share an awkward, silent elevator ride while rushing home. The scene establishes the prickly dynamic between the theatrical Oliver, the reserved Charles, and the detached Mabel, heightened by the intrusion of an annoying neighbor.
The Interrogation
Characters: Charles, Oliver, Mabel, Detective Williams
Following the discovery of a neighbor's body, Charles, Oliver, and Mabel are interrogated by Detective Williams in the hallway. The trio attempts to mask their amateur investigative instincts while the Detective dismisses their suspicions of foul play as true-crime obsession.
The Podcast Pitch
Characters: Oliver, Charles, Mabel
Oliver pitches the idea of starting a true crime podcast to Charles and Mabel while they sift through trash for clues. The scene highlights Oliver's theatrical ambition, Charles's vanity as a former star, and Mabel's dry skepticism as they bond over their shared obsession.
Alone Isn't So Bad
Characters: Mabel, Charles
While attempting to break into a neighbor's apartment, Charles opens up to Mabel about his fear of intimacy and his family history. He reveals that his preference for solitude stems from a deep-seated fear of inheriting his father's cruel personality and mistreating others.
About Only Murders In The Building Audition Scenes
Looking for audition scenes from Only Murders In The Building? Our collection includes 4 carefully curated group and duologues, each formatted and ready for immediate use in auditions, self-tapes, and drama school applications.
Written by Steve Martin & John Hoffman, 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 Only Murders In The Building 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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