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Are these 2 Shakespearean monologues contrasting enough? I need 2 contrasting pieces for an audition?

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These don't qualify as contrasting monologues; they're both comedic. Of the two, you should keep the Julia piece -- which can be VERY funny if properly played -- and lose the Trinculo piece. There's no reason to audition with a speech from a role that you couldn't conceivably be cast in RIGHT NOW. If you continue to work on the Julia (comic) piece, then you should be looking for a strong dramatic piece to contrast it. You want to stay off the beaten path? Here are a few to consider: 1) Lady Percy in "Henry IV, part one." The speech where she confronts him, and demands that he share his pre-battle emotions with her. 2) Imogen from "Cymbeline." The speech where she pleads with Pisanio to kill her, because she realizes that her husband thinks that she's been unfaithful. 3) Queen Margaret from "Henry VI, part two." There are several useful monologues in this play. Look for the one where she describes how hard it was for her to leave her native France, and how disappointed she has been ...  more
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