Requirements
•Two contrasting monologues, 2 min each
•One contemporary and one classical, or contrasting Comedy/Drama
•Must be from published plays — no original material
•Must be performed in English
•No props or costumes permitted
Material Selection
•Choose characters you could play today or five years from now
•Contrasting styles: Classic or Contemporary (1950s–current)
•Read the full play and know the playwright's name
•Prepare to answer questions about the play, scene, or character
What to Avoid
•Material you do not fully understand emotionally or intellectually
•Overt sexual references or excessive profanity
•Portraying victims or perpetrators of violence, addiction, or abuse
