Paradise City Monologues & Audition Scenes
3 audition scenes from Paradise City. Available as duologues — ready to download for self-tapes, drama school auditions, and practice.
Written by Dan Fogelman
The Burden of Protection
Characters: Xavier, Presley
A father working a high-stakes investigation calls his daughter to break the news that he will miss her school debate. Despite the disappointment, they share a moment of mutual protection and concern, highlighting their tight-knit but strained relationship following a family loss.
The Unforgivable Truth
Characters: Xavier, Cal
Xavier recounts a poignant memory of his late wife choosing their son's name from a children's book, contrasting the sentimental story with a harsh declaration of permanent resentment. He confronts Cal with the reality of his grief and the impossibility of forgiveness for a past tragedy.
The Weight of Knowledge
Characters: CAL, XAVIER
President Cal Bradford interviews Agent Xavier Collins for a position as his lead Secret Service agent. The scene explores the President's unconventional, blunt personality and his specific motivations for choosing Xavier, leading to a high-stakes exchange about race, politics, and personal character.
About Paradise City Audition Scenes
Looking for audition scenes from Paradise City? Our collection includes 3 carefully curated duologue, each formatted and ready for immediate use in auditions, self-tapes, and drama school applications.
Written by Dan Fogelman, 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 Paradise City 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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