The Beggar S Opera Monologues & Audition Scenes
2 audition scenes from The Beggar S Opera. Available as group & duologues — ready to download for self-tapes, drama school auditions, and practice.
Written by John Gay
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Act III, Scene 6 — The Betrayal of Macheath
Characters: Mrs. Trapes, Peachum, Lockit
Mrs. Trapes, a fence and madam, negotiates the sale of stolen goods with Peachum and Lockit while complaining about the hardships of her trade. During the haggling, she inadvertently reveals the location of the wanted highwayman Captain Macheath, leading the two men to plot his capture for a reward.
Act II, Scene 10 — The Thieves' Dispute
Characters: Lockit, Peachum
Two criminal associates, Peachum and Lockit, argue over the division of profits and the ethics of their dishonest trade. The tension escalates into a physical confrontation before they realize that their mutual survival depends on their cooperation, as they both have the power to send each other to the gallows.
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About The Beggar S Opera Audition Scenes
Looking for audition scenes from The Beggar S Opera? Our collection includes 2 carefully curated group and duologues, each formatted and ready for immediate use in auditions, self-tapes, and drama school applications.
Written by John Gay, 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 Beggar S Opera 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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