The Real Thing Monologues & Audition Scenes
2 audition scenes from The Real Thing. Available as duologue & groups — ready to download for self-tapes, drama school auditions, and practice.
Written by Tom Stoppard
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The Confrontation
Characters: MAX, CHARLOTTE
Max confronts his wife Charlotte with the discovery that she has been lying about her business trips abroad after finding her passport hidden at home. Using sharp wit and drunken deflection, Max reveals he has known about her infidelity for some time, while Charlotte struggles with the violation of her privacy.
The Truth About Brodie
Characters: Brodie, Annie, Henry
Brodie, an uncouth political activist recently released from prison, confronts Henry and Annie about the play Henry wrote based on Brodie's life. The tension peaks as Annie reveals the pathetic truth behind Brodie's 'heroic' protest, leading to a violent outburst that shatters the illusion of his political martyrdom.
About The Real Thing Audition Scenes
Looking for audition scenes from The Real Thing? Our collection includes 2 carefully curated duologue and groups, each formatted and ready for immediate use in auditions, self-tapes, and drama school applications.
Written by Tom Stoppard, 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 Real Thing 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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