The Apartment Monologues & Audition Scenes
8 audition scenes from The Apartment. Available as duologues — ready to download for self-tapes, drama school auditions, and practice.
Written by Billy Wilder & I.A.L. Diamond and Billy Wilder & I. A. L. Diamond
Elevator Flirtation
Characters: BUD, FRAN
In a crowded elevator, Bud and Fran engage in a lighthearted, flirtatious conversation about colds and hair. The scene takes a slightly darker turn when a male colleague inappropriately touches Fran, revealing her resilience and quick wit.
Kirkeby and Sylvia's Argument
Characters: KIRKEBY, SYLVIA
A man, Mr. Kirkeby, tries to rush his mistress, Sylvia, out of an apartment they've borrowed for their rendezvous. Sylvia, however, is in no hurry and wants another drink, leading to a tense exchange about their arrangement and the apartment's owner.
The Apartment — Dr. Dreyfuss Confronts Bud
Characters: DR. DREYFUSS, BUD
Bud, carrying a wastebasket full of empty bottles, encounters his neighbor, Dr. Dreyfuss, on the landing. Dr. Dreyfuss, aware of Bud's apartment being used for illicit affairs, subtly confronts him about the noise and the constant stream of women, leading to an uncomfortable exchange.
The Key Mix-Up
Characters: BUD, DOBISCH
Bud Baxter calls his boss, Dobisch, to complain about a mix-up with his apartment key, which Dobisch borrowed. Dobisch, preoccupied with his own affairs, casually admits to the mistake while dangling a potential promotion for Bud.
INT. ELEVATOR
Characters: Bud, Fran
Bud and Fran share a flirtatious and witty exchange in a crowded elevator about Bud's cold and Fran's new haircut. The scene highlights their easy chemistry while subtly touching on the workplace dynamics and harassment Fran faces from other executives.
Kirkeby's Return for Galoshes
Characters: Bud, Kirkeby
Bud, a low-level office worker, confronts his superior, Mr. Kirkeby, about overstaying his welcome in the apartment Bud lends out for trysts. Kirkeby manipulates Bud by dangling a potential promotion at the firm to ensure continued access to the flat.
Bud and Dr. Dreyfuss on the Landing
Characters: Bud, Dr. Dreyfuss
Dr. Dreyfuss confronts his neighbor Bud about his perceived hard-partying lifestyle and constant stream of visitors. Bud awkwardly attempts to deflect the doctor's medical concerns and jokes about his stamina, hiding the fact that he is actually lending his apartment to his superiors.
Kirkeby and Sylvia's Departure
Characters: Kirkeby, Sylvia
A married executive tries to usher his mistress out of a borrowed apartment as quickly as possible while she playfully teases him about his infidelity. The scene highlights the transactional and cynical nature of their affair against the backdrop of corporate office politics.
About The Apartment Audition Scenes
Looking for audition scenes from The Apartment? Our collection includes 8 carefully curated duologue, each formatted and ready for immediate use in auditions, self-tapes, and drama school applications.
Written by Billy Wilder & I.A.L. Diamond and Billy Wilder & I. A. L. Diamond, 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 The Apartment 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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