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Introduction What if the villain isn’t really a villain? What if the hero has regrets? What if the character everyone thinks they understand has never had the chance to explain themselves? These questions are at the heart of 20 Monologues for Young Actors by Marieke Gaboury. Rather than simply retelling familiar fairytales, the collection gives

Introduction Performing a monologue can feel intimidating. There is no scene partner to share the attention. No group of actors to hide behind. The performer steps forward, speaks, reacts, and carries the character’s story largely on their own. For young actors, this can also become one of the most rewarding ways to develop confidence. 20

Introduction Fairytales have a special place in our imagination. We grow up hearing about wolves, witches, princesses, magical mirrors, talking animals, enchanted forests, and characters who go on extraordinary adventures. But what happens when we stop looking at these characters only as heroes and villains? What if the Wolf has dreams of his own? What