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discover the INTERNATIONAL YOUTH MONOLOGUES

The International Youth Monologues extends the National Youth Monologues beyond the UK, giving young performers from around the world the opportunity to take part in a truly global celebration of solo performance.

Who Is It For?

Open to actors aged 9–19, the International strand invites participants to perform a monologue in one or more of four categories — Contemporary, Classical, Screen, and Devised — across four age groups, just like the UK competition.

Who Can Enter?

Whether entering through an international school, youth theatre, drama programme, or independently, young performers can share their work with a panel of expert industry judges and be part of a growing international community of emerging talent.

International Final

Finalists are selected to take part in the International Final, a specially curated online showcase of outstanding performances, bringing together young actors from across the world. This event celebrates creativity, confidence, and the power of solo performance on a global stage.

Monologue Categories

Contemporary

Contemporary

Contemporary

Love modern plays? This is your space.
Enter any contemporary monologue – from bold new writing to well-loved modern classics.

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Classical

Contemporary

Contemporary

If the Bard’s your bag, or you love timeless texts, this category’s for you. Perform a monologue from Shakespeare or another classical playwright.

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Screen

Original

Original

Love film or TV? then step into the screen world.
Submit a monologue from a movie or television screenplay.

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Original

Original

Original

The Be Yourself Award for Original Monologues 

(Sponsored by The Pauline Quirke Academy).


Want to do your own thing?
Enter a self-written or devised piece and show us your unique voice.

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Age Groups

Key Stage 2

Key Stage 2

Key Stage 2

For young people aged 9 to 11 in Years 5 and 6.

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Key Stage 3

Key Stage 2

Key Stage 2

For young people aged 11 to 14 in Years 7, 8 and 9.

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Key Stage 4

Key Stage 2

Key Stage 4

For young people aged 14 to 16 in Years 10 and 11.

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Sixth Form

Key Stage 2

Key Stage 4

For young people aged 16 to 19 in Year 12 and 13.

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Why Take Part?

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