Requiem for a Dream Duologues & Audition Scenes
8 audition scenes from Requiem for a Dream. Available as duologues — ready to download for self-tapes, drama school auditions, and practice.
Written by Hubert Selby Jr, Darren Aronofsky, Hubert Selby and Jr
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Stealing the Television
Characters: Harry, Sara
Harry attempts to steal his mother's television set to pawn for drug money while she hides in the bedroom. He uses aggressive emotional manipulation and guilt to justify his actions, while Sara remains in a state of delusional denial about her son's addiction.
The Red Hair Dye Argument
Characters: Sara, Ada
Sara Goldfarb panics after a botched hair dye job makes her hair look orange instead of red. Her friend Ada tries to soothe her anxiety as Sara prepares for her dream of appearing on a television game show.
You're On Uppers?
Characters: Harry, Sara
Harry confronts his mother about her dangerous addiction to prescription diet pills while she defends her dream of appearing on television.
The Confession and the Gift
Characters: Sara, Harry
Harry visits his mother, Sara, to apologize for his absence and gift her a new television, only to realize with horror that she has become addicted to prescription amphetamines. As he tries to warn her about the danger of the pills, Sara reveals her heartbreaking motivation: the hope of appearing on a television game show to feel seen and valued again.
Going to the Source
Characters: Harry, Tyrone
Desperate and facing a massive drug shortage in New York, Harry and Tyrone decide to drive to Florida to buy directly from the source.
I Really Hear It
Characters: Harry, Marion
Harry and Marion share an intimate moment of vulnerability as they discuss their future dreams and the deep emotional connection they share.
You're Making Me Dizzy
Characters: Sara, Harry
Harry visits his mother Sara, who obsessively shares her weight loss progress while Harry lies about his success as a drug distributor.
I'm Somebody Now, Harry
Characters: Sara, Harry
Sara explains to her son Harry that her obsession with a red dress and a TV appearance is her only defense against crushing loneliness and old age.
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About Requiem for a Dream Audition Scenes
Looking for audition scenes from Requiem for a Dream? Our collection includes 8 carefully curated duologue, each formatted and ready for immediate use in auditions, self-tapes, and drama school applications.
Written by Hubert Selby Jr, Darren Aronofsky, Hubert Selby and Jr, 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 Requiem for a Dream 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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