Monologues From Plays

Can you swear in a monologue for a high school theater audition?

I found a monologue that I really like. The only problem is that is has both the D word and the F word in it. I don't want to be cut because of swearing in my monologue. Will I be if I use it? If so could you suggest some female monologues from published plays for me? Also, my teachers swear in class but students aren't allowed to.

Public Comments

1. generally unless you attend a christian high school, swearing onstage will be accepted. Still, best way to know will be to ask the director before auditions, like a week or so before if you can so that if he'd rather you not swear on stage, you'll still have time to find another monologue
2. Not a good precedent to set, and I would caution against it. The F word is the problem here. Under very specific circumstances, I have seen school administrators permit its use before the general student body, when they presented the unedited film version of "Schindler's List," as an example, but that was an extraordinary case where the sheer power of the film and its message outweighed any concerns of nudity and profanity. I would not expect the same consideration given merely so someone could "shine" in his or her audition. If they wouldn't present the play to which you refer before the entire student body, I would say look a little harder. I would suggest visiting your nearest community theater or local college performing art's department and speaking with its director. Not only would they be happy to lend you a few items from their stock of materials, but should be able to guide you in the right direction within your physical and emotional range. It may even lead to a future casting opportunity as he or she will be impressed with your dedication to prepare and determination. Most would be happy to help you if you call ahead and schedule a meeting at their convenience. Remember that if you are auditioning for a specific role, attempt to find something that helps the direct conjure up the image of her he has in his head. You don't want to be cast as Maria's weeping aunt, so don't use a scene that puts that idea in the director's head. Find something instead that looks and feels like Maria. Hope that helps. Brek a leg!
3. It really depends. If you have a very strong theater department, they really won't care. If it's not really a big thing at your school, try to replace it with Dang and Frack.