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Producers and Directors – Decoding Roles in Film and TV Production

Ilana Rapp — Mon, 11 Sep 2023 21:31:09 +0000

The film and television industry is known for its complex hierarchy and multitude of roles. Producers and Directors are way up there on the ladder. Before we get into examples, let’s explore the definitions. The Executive Producer (EP) often assumes the role of supreme authority within a television program, while in films, they can act […]

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Why Acting Is the Most Ridiculous and Fun Profession Out There

Ilana Rapp — Tue, 18 Apr 2023 22:56:45 +0000

Acting is one of the most bizarre and ridiculous professions out there. It involves pretending to be someone else for hours on end, all while wearing clothes that someone else picked out for you. It’s like being a human mannequin, but with a lot more talking and emotion. One of the most important aspects of […]

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9 Tips on How to Break into Dramatic Roles

Ilana Rapp — Fri, 24 Feb 2023 22:15:18 +0000

Breaking into dramatic roles as an actor can be a challenging, yet rewarding experience. These types of roles demand a high level of emotional depth, vulnerability and intensity, not to mention that the competition for these roles can be fierce. Whether you’re a seasoned actor looking to take your career to the next level or […]

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The Art of the Passive-Aggressive Character: Tips from the Pros

Ilana Rapp — Thu, 14 Jul 2022 17:20:02 +0000

There’s something undeniably alluring about playing a passive-aggressive character. For actors, it can be a chance to explore a more complex and nuanced range of emotions, and to challenge themselves with a new type of role. In particular, passive-aggressive characters often offer opportunities for sly humor and clever subversion — and they’re never short on […]

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The Straw – Adult Female – Drama

DirectSubmit Monologue Database — Tue, 26 Oct 2021 23:11:28 +0000

“She saw that you didn’t love her” from the play, “The Straw” As the nurse on the floor, Miss Gilpin deals with the end moments of a person’s life. Eileen had her heart broken by Stephen, who has come back to visit. Miss Gilpen advises Stephen that Eileen never forgot her love for him. Ideal for […]

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Pictures – Adult Male – Drama

DirectSubmit Monologue Database — Tue, 26 Oct 2021 23:01:23 +0000

“Discouraging? It’s immoral!” from the play, “Pictures” Joe vents his frustration regarding the art people are taught to admire and praise. Ideal for adult males ranging from 20-39. 1-2 Mins. Written By: Horace Holley JOE: Discouraging? It’s immoral! Oh, these smug people who have been taught what to admire! These unborn souls who want to shut […]

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Kodachrome – Adult Female – Drama 2

DirectSubmit Monologue Database — Mon, 18 Oct 2021 16:50:30 +0000

“It was never supposed to happen.” From the play “Kodachrome.” The Photographer tells of her death. Ideal for Adult Females, 30-50 – 1-2 Minutes. By: Adam Szymkowicz THE PHOTOGRAPHER It was never supposed to happen. Or it was never supposed to last long. When I asked him out, he said yes to make her mad. […]

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Kodachrome – Adult Female – Drama

DirectSubmit Monologue Database — Mon, 18 Oct 2021 16:01:34 +0000

“Hi. This is weird.” From the play, “Kodachrome.” The Librarian talks to a tombstone in this monologue. Ideal for Adult Females, 30-50 – 1-2 Minutes. By: Adam Szymkowicz LIBRARIAN (Speaking to a gravestone) Hi. This is weird. Hi. I wanted to . . . I don’t know what. I saw Charlie. I went to see Charlie, […]

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Hearts Like Fists – Adult Female – Drama 2

DirectSubmit Monologue Database — Mon, 18 Oct 2021 14:55:26 +0000

“What do people do after they get rejected?” From the play, “Hearts Like Fists.” In this monologue, Lisa contemplates how it feels after being rejected. Ideal for Adult Females, 20-50. 1 Min. By: Adam Szymkowicz LISA: What do people do after they get rejected? Do they curl into a ball and die? Do they tear out […]

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Incendiary – Adult Female – Drama

DirectSubmit Monologue Database — Mon, 11 Oct 2021 20:01:42 +0000

“I want to stop. I really do.” From the play, “Incendiary”. Elise wants to stop setting fires but is having some difficulty. Ideal for Adult Females, 20-50 – 1-2 Minutes. By: Adam Szymkowicz ELISE: I want to stop. I really do. I’m trying. I really am. But I don’t think you understand. A fire is […]

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The Parking Lot – Adult Female – Drama

DirectSubmit Monologue Database — Wed, 06 Oct 2021 16:25:42 +0000

“Can we stop the play for a second?” From the play, ‘The Parking Lot’. J stops the play and addresses the audience telling them they are worthy of love. Ideal for adult females, 30-50 – 1 Minute. By: Adam Szymkowicz J: Can we stop the play for a second? (to the audience.) I just want […]

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Game of Thrones – Adult Female – Drama

DirectSubmit Monologue Database — Wed, 22 Sep 2021 21:09:45 +0000

“When I was a girl, my father held a ball.” From the TV show, “Game of Thrones.” Brienne of Tarth recounts her tragic backstory and what made her fall in love with Renly Baratheon years ago. Ideal for Adult Females, 18-30 – 1-2 Minutes. BRIENNE OF TARTH: When I was a girl, my father held […]

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The Man Who Came to Dinner – Adult Male Comedy/Drama

DirectSubmit Monologue Database — Wed, 22 Sep 2021 20:07:16 +0000

“It is one of the most endearing and touching stories of our generation.” From the play, “The Man Who Came to Dinner.” by George Kaufman and Moss Heart. Sheridan Whiteside recounts a famous story he knows about Elias P. Crockfield in the only way he knows how, endearingly with just the right amount of dry […]

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Pretty Theft – Teen Female – Drama

DirectSubmit Monologue Database — Sun, 18 Oct 2020 21:04:22 +0000

“I know you’re probably mad at me for leaving before the funeral, but I just can’t do it.” From “Pretty Theft”. In this monologue, Allegra recounts her grief. Ideal for teen females – 1-3 Minutes. By: Adam Szymkowicz ALLEGRA I know you’re probably mad at me for leaving before the funeral, but I just can’t […]

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Deflowering Waldo – Adult Female – Drama

DirectSubmit Monologue Database — Sun, 18 Oct 2020 18:53:24 +0000

“The funny thing about brakes is one minute they’re working fine and the next minute they don’t work.” From the play “Deflowering Waldo.” Ideal for adult females, 20s – 1-2 Minutes. By: Adam Szymkowicz SISSY: The funny thing about brakes is one minute they’re working fine and the next minute they don’t work. Personally I […]

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Hearts Like Fists – Adult Female – Drama 4

DirectSubmit Monologue Database — Sun, 18 Oct 2020 15:40:35 +0000

“He just stood there, looking at me, with his doctor’s bag and syringe.” From the play, “Hearts Like Fists.” In this monologue, Nina wrestles with her attraction for Dr. X. Ideal for Adult Females, 20-50. 1 Min. By: Adam Szymkowicz NINA: He just stood there, looking at me, with his doctor’s bag and syringe. He showed […]

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Hearts Like Fists – Adult Female – Drama 3

DirectSubmit Monologue Database — Sun, 18 Oct 2020 15:03:10 +0000

“Doctor X is just so exciting.” From the play, “Hearts Like Fists.” In this monologue, Nina wrestles with her attraction for Dr. X. Ideal for Adult Females, 20-50. 1 Min. By: Adam Szymkowicz NINA: Doctor X is just so exciting. And wrong. So exciting and wrong. I think the other girls have an inkling. Because I—I […]

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Hearts Like Fists – Adult Female – Drama

DirectSubmit Monologue Database — Sun, 11 Oct 2020 21:14:43 +0000

“What is this feeling, so unpleasant, like my insides rotting or my outside melting?” From the play, “Hearts Like Fists.” In this monologue, Lisa contemplates how it feels after being rejected. Ideal for Adult Females, 20-50. 1-2 Min. By: Adam Szymkowicz LISA: What is this feeling, so unpleasant, like my insides rotting or my outside melting? […]

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The Book Store – Adult Female – Drama

DirectSubmit Monologue Database — Sun, 11 Oct 2020 19:11:50 +0000

“I see that. It’s a life. A place of your own in the city.” From the play, “The Book Store”. Candace talks to Rachel about their life choices. Ideal for Adult Females, 30-50 – 1 Minute. By: Adam Szymkowicz CANDACE: Commuting every day during rush hour. Editing books on the train. Maybe someone spills coffee […]

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The Book Store – Adult Female – Drama

DirectSubmit Monologue Database — Sun, 11 Oct 2020 18:44:45 +0000

“I feel sad” from the play “The Book Store”. Rachel explains what’s been going on in her head and in her life. Ideal for adult females, 20-40 – 1 Minute. By: Adam Szymkowicz RACHEL: I feel Sad. Like. Sad like I’ve been underground for a long time. And it’s dark and I can barely breathe. […]

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