Each contestant will perform a monologue (individual dramatic speech) of between 1 minute 30 seconds and 3 minutes in length. The chosen piece can be taken from any existing play or speech in the English language, but must not contain any vulgar or indecent language.

 

Contestants will be judged according to a selection of criteria that includes voice, pace, interpretation and performance. In particular, we are looking for actors who can put their own spin on even the most well-known and frequently performed pieces.