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ACTING

Discover our amazing collection of fun and original monologues and duologues by writer Philip Jamieson. These are a fantastic way to develop your vocal, physical and characterisation skills in dramatic performance.

All these pieces have been designed to be suitable for the Acting exams from Trinity College London and  are available for solo performers, or in pairs up to Grade 3. 

Trinity’s Acting exams contain practical, creative tasks that prepare students for situations in both education and the workplace, enabling them to develop invaluable 21st century skills in communication, creativity, and to build confidence. 

  • What is a Trinity Exam?

Trinity College London is an established and Ofqual recognised international exam board for Music, Speech & Drama and English Language. Trinity exams are designed to help learners develop 21st century skills in communication, creativity, and to build confidence.

  • What do I have to do?

These exams are all about you preparing an acting performance. You can then show your skills to an examiner either face-to-face or digitally on video. You can see the different elements of the exam below.

  • Which grade is right for me?

Here are some guidelines which might help you choose the right grade for you. These are only suggestions – the important things to is start at a level where you feel comfortable with the length and content of the pieces.

  • What do I need to do in the exam?

If you have a friend or someone share a lesson with you can prepare the exam as a pair – it can be more fun too. Otherwise, choose one of our great monologues. Here is a chart to show you what you need to do for each grade in the exam:

  • How do I start ?

First of all, have a look through the information about each monologue or duologue on this website. Look at the stage directions, the excerpts, the hints and tips and the video with some questions to help you think about how to prepare the piece. You can then choose the ones you like and buy one or more digital downloads. You are then ready to start to bring your character(s) to life!

  • How can I practice?

When you have bought your monologue or duologue, follow the stage directions in the script carefully, and of course, make sure you learn your lines! You can also go back and study the guidance on the website pages.

Think about how you can use props to help your performance feel more real. You can also practice in front of a mirror so you can see what works.

Find opportunities to try out to your performance in front of friends, family or at school. This is a great way to build confidence and to receive feedback which you can use to improve.

  • What about the exam?

When you have prepare all the elements of the exam and you feel ready, you can enter for an exam. You can do this face-to-face with an examiner (where available) or do it online.

  • What are the benefits of an exam?

After you’ve done your exam, you will get a written report about your performance and a lovely certificate. This is recognised internationally as a measure of your success.

  • How can I get more help?

Remember, Revolution Arts is here to help and support candidates and teachers as they prepare for these brilliant acting exams

  • Good luck!

Revolution Arts has commissioned 24 original pieces suitable for Trinity Exams up to Grade 3 from experienced writer, teacher and directer, Philip Jamieson.

Read Philip’s Biography.

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