1950's style comic monologue - Urgent
I wondered if anyone knows of a comic monologue either set in the fifties or suitable to adapt to do a heightned RP accent.
I have been looking at Noel Coward and early Pinter, but nothing has stood out to me yet, or has been too serious. I have found a funny telephone monologue of Cowards from his revue sketches and paradies collection, but not too sure about doing a telephone speech...always thought they were considered best to be avoided.
Any suggestions would be greatly appreciated.
Thanks in advance
Steph. x
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Look at some of Joyce Grenfell's monologues (most well known generally for her role in original St. Trinian's films, although she was a fantastic writer and performer). Here's a link -
http://monologues.co.uk/First_Ladies/index.htm
there are a few names listed, but click on Joyce Grenfell. I'd recommend one of the Nursery monologues. Hilarious.
Especially the George, Don't Do That' one. Also Alison from Look Back in Anger http://iws.punahou.edu/department/theatre/curriculum/monologues/female/alison.html
Just clocked you wanted comedic and the Alison one is far from that. Sorry.
Thank you Emily you're a lifesaver!! Great website and Toni funnily enough thats the one I chose!
Steph x
are you auditioning for Recipe for a perfect wife? As I don't want to do the same speach as you!
Sarah
Hi Sarah
Yes I am! Have you found out your audition time yet? I emailed back quite late on Friday and I haven't heard yet.
Steph x
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