Shakespeare for One: Men : the Complete Monologues and Audition PiecesAt some point in their careers, all actors have to face the task of working up a classical monologue&3151;preferably one that's accessible, compelling, and not done to death. This volume collects virtually all of the monologues for men from Shakespeare's 37 plays. Not only actors, but directors and teachers, too, will find this book a treasure trove of the famous soliloquies plus many unfamiliar gems. Arranged alphabetically by play title, the monologues are presented in an actor-friendly format, beginning with a thumbnail sketch of the story's key developments and a streamlined cast of characters. Exhaustive explanatory notes offer up a wealth of helpful tips-from definitions of archaic words and expressions to comments on both setting and accompanying action. Appendixes include a list of the monologues by length and an authoritative guide to pronunciation of names and places-invaluable for experienced actors, absolutely essential for the novice. Whether you're preparing for your first or your fiftieth audition, you won't want to go solo without Shakespeare for One. Newell's companion volume of monologues for women, Shakespeare for One: Women, is also available. |
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... appears to be the unquiet ghost of his late father . } Angels and ministers of grace defend us ! Be thou a spirit of health or goblin damn'd , Bring with thee airs from heaven or blasts from hell , Be thy intents wicked or charitable ...
... appears in Juliet's window . ] But soft , what light through yonder window breaks ? It is the east , and Juliet is the sun . Arise , fair sun , and kill the envious moon , Who is already sick and pale with grief That thou , her maid ...
... appear fresh . Be opposite with a kinsman , surly with servants . Let thy tongue tang arguments of state ; put thyself into the trick of singularity . She thus advises thee that sighs for thee . Remember who commended thy yellow ...