How To Prepare a Monologue
- July 23, 2009
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Hunter Boone
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- Main Actor Andy Sueck
- Improv Actor/Casting Director #2 Tyler Krause
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Camera-Man/Editor/Casting Director #1 Hunter Boone
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Music
Todd Mazierski
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Tiffany Baker
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Writer
Hilary_White
Make your own luck by having a well-prepared monologue in your acting arsenal.
You Will Need
- A monologue
- A pencil
- Your imagination
- An improv partner
Step 1
Choose a monologue with a character that you connect with. Pick one that is two to three minutes long and engages the audience.
Step 2
Define the character by writing down the character’s history, relationships, education, occupation, income, hobbies, and important moments in their life.
Improvise scenes from your character’s life moments with a partner.
Step 3
Establish who you’re talking to in the scene. Picture a close friend or an imaginary person to give you the proper emotion.
Take the monologue out of the context of the play or film.
Step 4
Figure out what you want from the person you’re talking to, known as “intention” or “goal.” Break down the monologue into “beats,” or actions that you will use toward attaining your goal.
Step 5
Avoid starting slowly and know what your character was doing and feeling right before the monologue starts – the “moment before.” Being prepared will erase nerves and make sure you make a good impression.
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