Trifles Monologues & Audition Scenes
2 audition scenes from Trifles. Available as group & duologues — ready to download for self-tapes, drama school auditions, and practice.
Written by Susan Glaspell
The Bird's Neck
Characters: Mrs Hale, Mrs Peters, County Attorney, Sheriff, Hale
While men investigate a murder upstairs, two women in the kitchen discover a dead canary with a broken neck, providing the motive for the crime. Realizing the victim's husband was abusive, they decide to hide the evidence from the authorities to protect the accused woman. The scene explores themes of female solidarity and the 'trifles' that men overlook.
The Law is the Law
Characters: Mrs. Hale, Mrs. Peters
Two women investigate the kitchen of a woman accused of murdering her husband while the male authorities dismiss the importance of domestic details. As they uncover evidence of the suspect's emotional state and the harsh reality of her marriage, they grapple with the conflict between legal duty and female solidarity.
About Trifles Audition Scenes
Looking for audition scenes from Trifles? 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 Susan Glaspell, 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 Trifles 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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