10 Terrific Shakespeare Monologues For Young Women

Shakespeare's works are timeless and continue to be a source of inspiration for actors and actresses of all ages. For young women looking to showcase their talent and explore the depth of Shakespeare's language, here are ten terrific monologues that are perfect for auditions and performances.

1. Juliet - Romeo and Juliet

Perhaps one of the most famous female characters in literature, Juliet offers a range of emotions in her monologues. From romantic declarations of love to inner conflicts and tragic realizations, Juliet's monologues capture the essence of Shakespearean drama.

2. Viola - Twelfth Night

Viola's monologues in Twelfth Night exhibit her wit, intelligence, and ability to navigate complex situations. From her disguise as Cesario to her musings on love and identity, Viola's words bring depth and vulnerability to any performance.

10 Terrific Shakespeare Monologues for Young Women: The "Juliet" Collection, Vol. 1 (Shakespeare Monologues for your type Book 2)

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3. Hermia - A Midsummer Night's Dream

As one of the central characters in A Midsummer Night's Dream, Hermia's monologues showcase her determination and resilience. Whether she is defying her father's wishes or expressing her love for Lysander, Hermia's words resonate with young women exploring their own desires and aspirations.

4. Portia - The Merchant of Venice

Portia's monologues in The Merchant of Venice reflect her intelligence, strength, and sense of justice. From her famous "The quality of mercy is not strained" speech to her clever disguises and schemes, Portia's monologues are captivating and empowering for young women.

5. Rosalind - As You Like It

Rosalind's monologues in As You Like It offer a mix of comedy, romance, and self-discovery. As a feisty and independent character, Rosalind's words explore themes of love, gender roles, and the complexities of human emotions.

6. Lady Macbeth - Macbeth

Lady Macbeth's monologues in Macbeth are renowned for their intensity and psychological depth. From her famous "Out, damned spot" soliloquy to her manipulation of her husband's ambitions, Lady Macbeth's monologues offer a captivating exploration of power and guilt.

7. Ophelia - Hamlet

Ophelia's monologues in Hamlet exemplify her fragility, innocence, and tragic journey. From her beautiful songs to her heartbreaking descent into madness, Ophelia's monologues showcase the complexities of mental health and societal expectations.

8. Helena - A Midsummer Night's Dream

Helena's monologues in A Midsummer Night's Dream evoke empathy and humor. As a character caught in a complicated love triangle, Helena's words resonate with young women who have experienced unrequited love and the challenges of self-worth.

9. Desdemona - Othello

Desdemona's monologues in Othello reflect her loyalty, innocence, and eventual tragic fate. From her defense of her love for Othello to her final moments, Desdemona's monologues explore themes of love, trust, and societal expectations.

10. Beatrice - Much Ado About Nothing

Beatrice's monologues in Much Ado About Nothing showcase her wit, intelligence, and sharp tongue. From her banter with Benedick to her powerful defense of Hero, Beatrice's words highlight the strength and resilience of young women.

These ten terrific Shakespeare monologues for young women offer a wide range of emotions, themes, and complexities. Whether they seek to portray love, tragedy, comedy, or self-discovery, these monologues provide young women with captivating material to display their talent and showcase the timeless beauty of Shakespeare's language.

10 Terrific Shakespeare Monologues for Young Women: The "Juliet" Collection, Vol. 1 (Shakespeare Monologues for your type Book 2)

by Kurt Daw(Kindle Edition)

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NEED MATERIAL FOR CLASS MONOLOGUES AND AUDITIONS?
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This series of booklets, Shakespeare Monologues for your "type," is designed to make this task a whole lot easier. Unlike many books where you buy dozens of monologues only to find that most are "wrong age," "wrong gender," or "wrong type," this series has pre-sorted speeches into useful groupings.

In this volume you will find 10 speeches, especially selected for the you: this volume is the "Juliet" collection. It contains ten speeches particularly useful for young (high school and
college-aged) leading women, suited to actors who are potential Juliets and other teenaged
heroines of Shakespeare's plays. The collection steers clear of the clichéd choices and offers fresh, gripping material that will help you stand out from the crowd.

For each selection you will find:
    *    the complete speech, newly edited for this booklet by Shakespearean scholar and director Kurt Daw;
    *    extensive notes on the scansion that tells you exactly how to pronounce any tricky or archaic words in the monologue;
    *    a full to the speech explaining the context of the speech;
    *    and suggestions for acting the role.

In addition, this booklet also contains:
    *    an extensive list of resources including links to great (free) websites,
    *    annotated lists of the best reference books
    *    and multi-media sources,
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