The Homecoming Monologues & Audition Scenes
6 audition scenes from The Homecoming. Available as duologues — ready to download for self-tapes, drama school auditions, and practice.
Written by Harold Pinter
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Act I — Lenny and Ruth's First Encounter
Characters: LENNY, RUTH
Lenny meets his brother's wife, Ruth, for the first time. Their conversation is marked by an unsettling blend of mundane inquiries and veiled threats, as Lenny attempts to assert dominance and unsettle Ruth with disturbing anecdotes and probing questions.
The Homecoming — Scissors and Second Wind
Characters: MAX, LENNY
An aging patriarch, Max, demands to know where his son, Lenny, has hidden the scissors, leading to a tense exchange. Max then reminisces about his past, including his late wife and a notorious friend, before the conversation shifts to horse racing, highlighting the dysfunctional family dynamic.
The Homecoming — Max and Sam's Exchange
Characters: MAX, SAM
Max interrogates his brother Sam about his personal life and sexual history, accusing him of illicit activities. Sam denies the accusations, leading Max to mock his celibacy and make unsettling suggestions about a potential future wife. The scene culminates with Sam reminiscing about Max's deceased wife, Jessie, in a way that implies a past affair.
The Homecoming — The Key Worked
Characters: TEDDY, RUTH
Teddy brings his wife Ruth to his childhood home late at night. They enter the house, which is dark and silent, and Teddy tries to reacquaint himself with the space while Ruth remains reserved and observant. The scene establishes a tense and unsettling atmosphere as they navigate the unfamiliar-yet-familiar environment.
Act I — What's Going On Here?
Characters: LENNY, MAX
Max confronts his son, Lenny, in the middle of the night, accusing him of shouting and hiding someone. Lenny, in turn, deflects his father's questions and then turns the tables by asking Max deeply personal and unsettling questions about his conception and his parents' relationship.
The Homecoming — Lenny and Ruth's Confrontation
Characters: LENNY, RUTH
Lenny recounts a bizarre story about clearing snow and confronting an old woman, then attempts to take Ruth's glass. Their exchange escalates into a power struggle, with Ruth asserting dominance over Lenny in a sexually charged manner.
About The Homecoming Audition Scenes
Looking for audition scenes from The Homecoming? Our collection includes 6 carefully curated duologue, each formatted and ready for immediate use in auditions, self-tapes, and drama school applications.
Written by Harold Pinter, 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 Homecoming 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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