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Hunting for an epic audition monologue, but don\u2019t want to be doing the same piece as everyone else? We get it. When the panel has asked you to select your own piece, there is a lot of freedom in what you perform. However, with that freedom comes the possibility of selecting a monologue the panel may have seen before. Snooze fest!<\/p>\n

To help you out, we\u2019ve compiled a list list of overdone audition monologues for your to read before deciding on a piece for your next theatre audition<\/a>. We also give you guidance on where to find monologues you can explore instead! Let\u2019s get into it.<\/p>\n

Overused Theatre Male Contemporary Audition Monologues<\/h2>\n

Before we dive into the list of most common audition monologues to avoid, let us give a short disclaimer. These pieces are used often for good reason. They\u2019re well written, exciting, and dynamic. If you choose to use any of these monologues, be aware that the casting director has probably seen that monologue performed a hundred times. <\/strong>This is not meant to completely discourage you from engaging with these monologues.<\/p>\n

If you think you have an amazing take on a piece, then by all means do it! If you can nail an overdone monologue, you\u2019ll be truly impressive. But, if you don\u2019t blow their socks off, you could be at a disadvantage. So, actor, be wary with the following pieces!<\/p>\n

Death of a Salesman by Arthur Miller<\/h3>\n

Biff\u2019s monologue<\/strong> that begins: \u201cNow hear this, Willy, this is me. You know why I had no address for three months? I stole a suit in Kansas City\u2026\u201d<\/em><\/p>\n

And ends with \u201cI\u2019m nothing. I\u2019m just what I am, that\u2019s all.\u201d\u00a0<\/em><\/p>\n