How Do You Present A Monologue For A Theater Audition?
Most actors are known for their love of the spotlight, whether onstage or off. Beware of putting two of them in the same room! But there is one instance, especially for beginners, which the prospect of a monologue is cause for alarm. Presenting a monologue, alone in the spotlight, has been known to cause many a tongue to stumble. Know your lines inside and out, backwards and forwards. Repeat them until you are saying them in your sleep. Meditate on your character. Review the personality, history and intention of the character. Form an understanding of the character you are portraying. Decide what would be his or her truth and intention in presenting this speech. Map out a general pattern of movement corresponding with the script. Decide whether the you should sit, stand or walk about. Think about what would be natural to the character and his or her mood. Speak your piece aloud, incorporating the prearranged movements until they come naturally together and without hesitation. Allow you
