The Newsroom Monologues & Audition Scenes
7 audition scenes from The Newsroom. Available as duologue & monologues — ready to download for self-tapes, drama school auditions, and practice.
Written by Aaron Sorkin
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The Newsroom: The Blackout Part 1 Tragedy Porn
Characters: Neal, Sloan
Neal asks Sloan for permission to post sexist comments about her online for a story, leading to a comedic moment of insecurity regarding her looks.
The Newsroom: The Blackout Part 1 Tragedy Porn
Characters: Charlie, Leona
Charlie confronts Leona about her attempts to sabotage Will's career, while Leona outlines the political and financial consequences of the network's
The Trick Isn't Not Minding
Characters: Jack
Will confesses his self-destructive behavior to his therapist, Jack, who challenges him to stop punishing himself and forgive his ex-girlfriend.
I'm Wasted, Okay?! I'm Completely Baked!
Characters: Mackenzie
Will admits to Mackenzie that he is high on marijuana just as a massive news story breaks, insisting he is still capable of going on air.
Maggie, Jim — Yeah, maybe if you stare at that piece of
Characters: Maggie, Jim
Maggie confronts Jim after he accidentally reciprocates an 'I love you' to her best friend, leading to a fast-paced argument about honesty and
The Newsroom: The Blackout Part 1 Tragedy Porn
Characters: Sloan, Mackenzie
Sloan aggressively lobbies Mackenzie to move a critical segment on the debt ceiling to the top of the broadcast to prevent economic catastrophe.
Illegal Surveillance at the NSA
Characters: Hancock, Charlie
A high-ranking NSA official meets with a news executive to reveal the extent of government surveillance and establish his credibility as a source.
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About The Newsroom Audition Scenes
Looking for audition scenes from The Newsroom? Our collection includes 7 carefully curated duologue and monologues, each formatted and ready for immediate use in auditions, self-tapes, and drama school applications.
Written by Aaron Sorkin, 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 Newsroom 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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