The Children Monologues & Audition Scenes
3 audition scenes from The Children. Available as duologues — ready to download for self-tapes, drama school auditions, and practice.
Written by Lucy Kirkwood
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The Children — Radiation and Loyalty
Characters: ROSE, HAZEL
Two women, Hazel and Rose, discuss the aftermath of a nuclear disaster, specifically the lingering effects of radiation and their decision to stay in the affected area. Hazel expresses her discomfort with the unseen radiation, while Rose shares her own struggles with adjusting to the new reality and the pull of their former lives.
The Children — The Infinite Sadness
Characters: HAZEL, ROSE
Hazel recounts to Rose the devastating aftermath of a nuclear disaster on her home and farm. She describes the overwhelming stench and mess, her initial despair, and the surprising decision she and her husband made to abandon their property. Hazel then reveals her husband's unexpected return to the farm, despite the continued danger.
The Glasses
Characters: HAZEL, ROBIN
Hazel recounts to Robin her unsettling first encounter with Rose, focusing on Rose's uncanny familiarity with their home. The conversation reveals underlying tension and suspicion between Hazel and Robin regarding Rose's presence and intentions.
About The Children Audition Scenes
Looking for audition scenes from The Children? Our collection includes 3 carefully curated duologue, each formatted and ready for immediate use in auditions, self-tapes, and drama school applications.
Written by Lucy Kirkwood, 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 Children 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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