Claudio Monologue (Act 3, Scene 1)
Measure for Measure is often referred to as what’s known as a ‘Problem Play’. And it’s understandable why that might be. It is often times confusing as to whether this play is a comedy, a...
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Nurse Monologue (Act 1, Scene 3)
When we think of memorable supporting characters in Shakespeare plays, it’s extremely unusual that a thought doesn’t cross our mind of Romeo and Juliet’s Nurse. So let’s take a look at one of her earlier...
Caliban Monologue (Act 1, Scene 2)
One of Shakespeare’s more misunderstood characters, particularly in Jacobean times, Caliban. Let’s take a look at a monologue for Caliban from the Tempest Act 1, Scene 2. C0ntext Prospero, a sorcerer, has been exiled to...
Queen Margaret Monologue (Act 1, Scene 3)
Let’s break down Queen Margaret’s monologue from Act 1 Scene 3 of Richard the III. One of Shakespeares best known villains, Richard the III titular play is one filled with family drama, politics, war, cutting...
Malvolio Monologue (Act 2, Scene 5)
Today we’re going to take a look at Malvolio’s letter monologue from Act 2, Scene 5 of Twelfth Night by William Shakespeare. In this monologue we’ll find dramatic irony, comedy, character and, in a big...
Queen Margaret Monologue (Act 4, Scene 4)
Today we’re going to be breaking down a speech from Act 4, Scene 4 of William Shakespeare’s historical tragedy Richard III by none other than Queen Margaret of Anjou. This is one of Shakespeare’s most...
Goneril Monologue (Act 1, Scene 3)
Today let’s take a look at this Goneril Monologue from Act 1, Scene 3 of King Lear by William Shakespeare. King Lear is argued by many to be the greatest of Shakespeare’s tragedies and for...
Lady Macbeth Monologue (Act 5, Scene 1)
Today we’re going to be taking a look at one of the most beloved monologues in all of Shakespeare. Lady Macbeth, Act 5, Scene 1, otherwise known as ‘Out damn’d spot’. There is a reason...
Imogen Monologue (Act 3, Scene 4)
Today we’re going to take a look at Imogen’s monologue from Act 3, Scene 4 of Cymbeline by William Shakespeare. A great monologue for the actor looking to play high stakes, high emotion, and play...
Miranda Monologue (Act 1, Scene 2)
Today we’re going to take a look at a cracking Miranda monologue from Act 1, Scene 2 of The Tempest by William Shakespeare. This is a great monologue for the actor wanting to work on...