On this episode, hear 3 original monologues and a song inspired by the theme SECRETS. This is the final episode in =our three-part series showcasing the original monologues performed at our live show, Tiny Theatre, at SexyLand Amsterdam. Hosted by Daniella Down and Sairah Erens.
1. 'Strangers On A Train' written and performed by Emma-Rose Thompson
2. 'Secrets' written by Selma Oueddan and performed by Charlie Bird
3. 'Red' written by Liz Tait and performed by Sytske van der Ster
4. 'Fireworks' original song written and performed by Cherry On Top
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New short fiction inspired by the theme SECRETS. This is the second in a three-part series showcasing the original monologues performed at our live show, Tiny Theatre, at SexyLand Amsterdam. Hosted by Daniella Down and Sairah Erens.
This episode is a monologue play that delves into the lives of three friends and a TikTok dare gone wrong.
Monologue play: LOVED
Written By John Mabey
Performed by
1. Türku Koksel
2. Thijs Miedema
3. Pinar Karaslaan
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New short fiction inspired by the theme SECRETS. This is the first in a three part series showcasing the original monologues that were performed at our live show, Tiny Theatre, at SexyLand Amsterdam. Hosted by Daniella Down and Sirah Erens.
Each monologue takes you on a different journey. From a woman driven to extreme actions by her husband, to a mother exploring her sexuality (during an existential crisis), and to Hitler's wife fantasising about how she could murder him.
Monologues
1. It Was Me— Written and performed by Tamara Richards
2. I'm not NOT happy – Written by Maggy van Eijk and performed by Daniella Down
3. The Purge — Written by Hugh Mackay and performed by Jan Wio
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Our original theme tune is composed by James Cook. Find out more about James's composition at jamescookcomposition.com.
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In this episode, listen to 3 original monologues inspired by the theme 'spotlight,' recorded live at our first-ever live show, Tiny Theatre, at Soho House Amsterdam. Hosted by Daniella Down and Sirah Erens.
Each monologue takes you on a different journey. There’s the darkly funny one from beyond the grave about his untimely death that took the spotlight in the papers. There's the one about a young man's search for identity — amidst a Pride parade that gets hijacked by Climate Activists. And there's the tragically hilarious one about one woman's speech at her parents-in-law's 40th wedding anniversary that puts her in the spotlight in a way she did not expect!
Monologues
1. Chicken Bone — Written and performed by Chauncey Meeks-Owens
2. The Boy Became A Submarine – Written by Kieran O'Flaherty and performed by Pim van Amerongen
3. Happy Anniversary — Written and performed by Sara Visser
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Our original theme tune is composed by James Cook. Find out more about James's composition at jamescookcomposition.com.
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Join hosts Daniella Down and Sairah Erens on an audio adventure — a trio of original monologues inspired by ✨alcohol✨
Each monologue takes you on a different journey. There’s the witty one about having to hide your drink in a teacup to survive the dramas at a dry family get-together. There’s the darkly curious one about a teenager's Christmas dinner that quickly becomes messier than spilt gravy. And there’s the one in which a speech at the company’s end of year do go totally tits up.
Monologues
1. Dry — Written by Liz Tait and performed by Anna Anning
2. Gravy is Better Than No Gravy – Written by Britt van Klaveren and performed by Jonelle Marasigan
3. Lisa Harper's Last Day — Written by Maggy van Eijk and performed by Sairah Erens.
Show notes
Read Maggy van Eijk's refreshing book 'Remember This When You're Sad' about mental health — available from most bookshops like Bol.com.
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Our original theme tune is composed by James Cook. Find out more about James's composition at jamescookcomposition.com.
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Join hosts Daniella Down and Sairah Erens on an audio adventure — a trio of original monologues inspired by music.
Each monologue takes you on a different journey. There’s one that’s a rhythmic rumination about how and why some music just hits us the way it does. There’s the one about a prolific nightclub in Birmingham that was — for three years, anyway — arguably one of the greatest music venues in the world. And there’s the one about a daughter’s connection to a classical piano concerto and how it soundtracks her life.
Monologues
1. Life Isn't Just A Song And Dance — Written and performed by Charlie Bird
2. Mother's Club – Written by Rebecca Took and performed by Amy Leigh Sandford
3. Sonata Quasi Una Fantasia — Written and performed (including the music) by Sandy Topzand
Plugs and show notes
Orange Theatre Company will be staging an original adaptation of A Christmas Carol at Amsterdams Theatre Huis, Amsterdam. From December 2-12.
Want to contribute to our podcast as a writer? Our upcoming monologue submission theme is 'Bottom's Up' Submit your 4-6 minute monologue to info@orangtheatrecompany.com by Monday, November 28.
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Our original theme tune is composed by James Cook. Find out more about James's composition at jamescookcomposition.com.
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Join hosts Daniella Down and Sairah Erens on an audio adventure — a trio of original monologues inspired by the theme ‘the tourist.’
Our monologues today take you on three unforgettable journeys. There’s a quirky memoir from an intergalactic bus tour, there’s an alcohol-fueled romp around the streets of Lisbon with a local. And there’s a sensual story that unfolds on the vibrant streets of Brazil.
Monologues
1. S Quest — Written and performed by Aysu Serindağ
2. Alive In Lisbon – Written by Angus Mackintosh and performed by Ciaran Gaffney
3. Kayre — Written by Sebastian Parker and performed by Brendan Howley
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Our original theme tune is composed by James Cook. Find out more about James's composition at jamescookcomposition.com.
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A trio of original poetic monologues inspired by the theme ‘Rhyme Time.’
Join hosts Daniella Down and Sairah Erens on an audio adventure. This episode showcases 5 spoken-word monologues!
Monologues
1. Cloudy Head — Written and performed by Charlie Bird
2. Growth – Written by Chauncey Meeks Owens and performed by Mike Philips Gomez
3. Towards A Smile — Written by Micha Hemel and performed by Sairah Erens
4. Love fated — Written by Elissa Nicholson and performed by Marta da Silva
5. Waterfall Curls — Written and performed by Daniella Down
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Our original theme tune is composed by James Cook. Find out more about James's composition at jamescookcomposition.com.
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A trio of original monologues inspired by the theme ‘It’s getting hot in here’ that look at the Climate Crisis.
Join hosts Daniella Down and Sairah Erens on an audio adventure. This episode showcases three very different monologues! From a young boy struggling to get his head around the state of the world and some very big issues, to a fierce eco-warrior who encounters the final — plastic! — at a railway cafe on route from Berlin to Amsterdam, to an intergalactic Mars-coloniser contemplating the world as she returns to Earth.
Monologues
Plugs and show notes
Don’t miss Orange Theatre’s upcoming play, Oasis Of Doubt. And original play based on a UN trial. From March 25- April 3 at Amsterdams Theatre Huis, Amsterdam. Tickets and info.
Want to contribute to our podcast as a writer, submit your 5-8 minute monologue to info@orangtheatrecompany.com by April 11. The theme is ‘Rhyme Time, so we are accepting slam poetry and spoken word monologues.
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Our original theme tune is composed by James Cook. Find out more about James's composition at jamescookcomposition.com.
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We’re taking a short break and will be back next year with a new season!
A trio of original monologues inspired by the theme ‘Homeward Bound’
A quick content warning before we start. This episode contains some adult themes and some class A swears.
Join hosts Daniella Down and Sairah Erens on an audio adventure. This episode showcases three very different monologues! From a woman in the embers of divorce looking back at what it is to build a home... and then dismantle it, to a modern vagabond who goes home for Christmas but doesn’t find the feeling of home, to a daughter who desperately tries to find common ground with her mum when she returns to her childhood home.
Monologues
Plugs and show notes
Send your episode theme ideas to info@orangtheatrecompany.com
If you’re interested in being our podcast editor in 2022, please tell us a bit about yourself and send your CV to info@orangtheatrecompany.com with the email subject ‘The Monologue podcast Editor”
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Our original theme tune is composed by James Cook. Find out more about James's composition at jamescookcomposition.com.
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We’re taking a short break and will be back next year with a new season!
A trio of original monologues inspired by the theme ‘Gotta Have Faith?’
A quick content warning: This episode contains some descriptions of euthanasia. Listener discretion is advised.
Join hosts Daniella Down and Sairah Erens on an audio adventure. In this episode, the three monologues couldn't be more different! From a girl who is scrutinised by her community for “helping” her grandfather; to a pregnant woman who has to have faith that her body knows best; to a tale of reminiscing about the magic of a past lover — or rather, the faith in making the right choice to leave.
Monologues
Plugs and show notes
Watch Orange Theatre Company’s production of the hit musical, THE LAST FIVE YEARS, December 11-18th at Amsterdams Theaterhuis, Amsterdam. Tickets & info
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Our original theme tune is composed by James Cook. Find out more about James's composition at jamescookcomposition.com.
This podcast is brought to you by Orange Theatre Company, Amsterdam's English language theatre.
The Monologue Podcast's home is Anchor. You can also listen via Apple Podcasts, Spotify, Google Podcasts, Pocket Casts, Radio Public, and Breaker.
Be on our podcast! | we’re taking a short break and will be back next year with a new season!
If you'd like to be part of our pool of voice actors, send a demo to info@orangetheatrecompany.com
Episode themes (writing prompts) will be released shortly via our Instagram page. Stay tuned!
A trio of original monologues inspired by the theme ‘Dirt.’
Join hosts Daniella Down and Sairah Erens on an audio adventure. In this episode, the three monologues couldn't be more different! From an incredibly strong woman who endures more dirty dealings than anyone should have to in an Irish prison, to a librarian who can’t help but dish the dirt — not even the fictional characters on the pages are safe, to hearing some down-right dirty gossip about an affair from the most unlikely of sources.
A quick content warning before we start. This episode contains some descriptions of female harassment and abortion. Listener discretion is advised.
Monologues
Plugs and show notes
See our host, Daniella, performing in THE 39 STEPS this month! Nov 24-28th at CC Amstel Theatre Amsterdam. Tickets & info
Watch Orange Theatre Company’s production of the hit musical, THE LAST FIVE YEARS, December 10-18th at Amsterdams Theaterhuis, Amsterdam. Tickets & info
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Music by James Cook. Find out more about James's composition at jamescookcomposition.com.
This podcast is brought to you by Orange Theatre Company, Amsterdam's English language theatre.
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Be in our next episode
If you'd like to submit a monologue for our next episode — the theme is 'GOTTA HAVE FAITH?' — send us your 5-8 minute monologue (700-1100 words) to info@orangetheatrecompany.com by November 10th. Happy monologuing!
A trio of original monologues inspired by the theme 'The Games We Play.'
Join hosts Daniella Down and Sairah Erens on an audio adventure. In this episode, the three monologues couldn't be more different! From a veteran boxer flexing his muscles of intimidation to a guy who takes the request to stop smoking a little too far, to a hopeless romantic searching for love in all the wrong places. We also interview the writers about their creative process.
Monologues:
'Green Strap' written by Elston Taylor and performed by Mike Philips Gomez
'ASO' written by Daniel Hillel-Tuch and performed by Alex Baggot. See the short film here
'Love At First Sip' written by Daniella Down and performed by Jamie Mountain
Content note: this episode contains a-class swears and adult themes that may not be suitable for younger ears.
Plugs and show notes
Don't miss Orange Theatre's original play LUX - Performing THIS WEEKEND (14-16 October). As a listener, use promo code LUXPROMO to get a 10% discount on your tickets
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Music by James Cook. Find out more about James's composition at jamescookcomposition.com or on Instagram.
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Be in our next episode
If you'd like to submit a monologue for our next episode — the theme is 'GOTTA HAVE FAITH?' — send us your 5-8 minute monologue (700-1100 words) to info@orangetheatrecompany.com by November 10th. Happy monologuing!
A trio of juicy monologues inspired by the theme 'tits and ass.'
Join host Daniella Down and co-host Sairah Erens on an audio adventure. In this episode, the three monologues come in all shapes and sizes. From a rattled father unsure of how to deal with his teenage daughter who sent a tit pic to a young woman retelling the tale of when her best friend got utterly smashed at a dive bar to a circus performer caught up in the dark memories on the road.
Monologues:
'Role Models' written by Noor Houtakkers and performed by Onno Aerts
'Curly Wurly' written by Evangeline Dickson and performed by Venetia Clark
'Circus' written by Sam Morris and performed by Eli Thorne
Content note: this episode contains a-class swears and adult themes that may not be suitable for younger ears.
Plugs and extra info
Orange Theatre's original upcoming play LUX - written and directed by Sam Morris. Performing in October, restrictions permitting.
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Music by James Cook. Find out more about James's composition at jamescookcomposition.com or on Instagram.
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Be in our next episode
If you'd like to submit a monologue for the next 2 episodes — the theme is 'THE GAMES WE PLAY' and 'DIRT' — send us your 5-8 minute monologue (700-1100 words) to info@orangetheatrecompany.com by September 10th. Happy monologuing!
We're kicking off season 2 with this bonus episode! Two more awesomely original monologues on the theme 'Mind The Gap' from creatives we've had on the show before.
Monologues
'Mind The Gap' written by Anna Murton and performed by Loveday Smith
'Natura Non Facit Saltum' written and performed by Hugh Mackay
If you haven't already, go back and listen to the other original monologues on this theme in episode 1.
A new collection of original monologues to kick off season 2!
Join host Daniella Down and co-host Sairah Erens on an audio adventure. In this episode, we journey around the world and into many different walks of life. From a self-proclaimed street prophet philosophising on the bus to a nostalgic journey about lost love and broken promises on the London underground to a commuter on the Hong Kong metro who questions whether the whole of humanity has substituted technology for common sense. It’s a wild ride for you this episode. Let the storytelling journey begin!
Monologues:
'Spam' written by Elston Taylor and performed by Dauda Ladejobi
'Losing Grace' written by Toby McShane and performed by Jay Oliver Yip
'Mind The Gap' written by James Down and performed by Nick Atkinson
Content note: this episode contains dome a-class swears and adult themes that may not be suitable for younger ears.
Plugs and extra info
Drop The Ball — New monologue and scriptwriting course
'Muted Mask' — Spoken word poetry by Dauda Ladejobi for Spoken Not Stirred poetry collective
NightWatchMan — A new mini comedy series about a reluctant Hackney-based superhero available on Amazon Prime Video (UK & USA), Twisted Mirror TV app and Smart TV
The Proscenium — New fiction podcast that showcases dramatic audio storytelling from Nick Atkinson's new online theatre company
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Music by James Cook. Find out more about James's composition at jamescookcomposition.com or on Instagram.
This podcast is brought to you by Orange Theatre Company, Amsterdam's English language theatre.
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Be in our next episode
If you'd like to submit a monologue for next month's episode — the theme is TITS AND ASS — send us your 5-8 minute monologue (700-1100 words) to info@orangetheatrecompany.com by May 10th. Happy monologuing!
We're back for season 2 and we couldn't be more excited! Join host Daniella Down and co-host Sairah Erens for another audio adventure. In each episode, we premiere three original monologues written for the podcast which is performed by actors. Every episode is on a different theme, and no two monologues are alike. We also briefly interview the writers to find out more about their creative process.
We are always on the hunt for writers and actors, without whom our show wouldn't be possible. We are Amsterdam-based, but work with global creatives — it doesn't matter where you are or what your background, if you are inspired to write or perform, contact us on Instagram or email us at info@orangetheatrecompany.com.
An ABRIDGED VERSION our most-listened episode from season one of The Monologue podcast for submission to the New Jersey web (podcast) festival. Cosy up for a collection of three (not so) festive monologues to keep you jolly entertained!
Join host Daniella Down and guest co-host Sairah Erens for this episode that showcases three original monologues from an international group of new writers and actors. From an artist who’d rather drink and be merry than be interviewed about her work, to a mum whose Christmas turkey ritual comes back to gobble her, to a son nostalgically remembering his parent’s battles over Quality Street Caramel Barrels. It wouldn't be Christmas without a family feud now, would it?
Monologues:
'Interviewing Judy' written and performed by Paris Herbert-Taylor (Los Angeles)
'Most Wonderful Time of Year?' written and performed by Jacqueline Nolan (Amsterdam)
'Caramel Barrels' written by James Johnson and performed by Hugh Mackay (United Kingdom, Amsterdam)
This episode's lesser-known quote from a famous play is from Shakespeare's 'The Merry Wives Of Windsor' Act 1, scene 1: "Come, gentlemen. I hope we can drink down all unkindness."
A collection of (not so) festive monologues to keep you jolly entertained over the holidays!
Join host Daniella Down and guest co-host Sairah Erens for this episode that showcases three original festive monologues. From an artist who’d rather drink and be merry than be interviewed about her work, to a mum whose Christmas turkey ritual comes back to gobble her, to a son nostalgically remembering his parent’s battles over Quality Street Caramel Barrels. It wouldn't be Christmas without a family feud now, would it?
Monologues:
'Interviewing Judy' written and performed by Paris Herbert-Taylor
'Most Wonderful Time of Year?' written and performed by Jacqueline Nolan
'Caramel Barrels' written by James Johnson and performed by Hugh Mackay
Content note: this episode contains a somewhat graphic description of slaughtering a turkey that may not be suitable for younger ears.
Plugs
Aged Like Milk Podcast - Film review podcast by Paris Herber-Taylor
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The Monologue Podcast music is by James Cook. Find out more about James's composition at jamescookcomposition.com or on Instagram.
This podcast is brought to you by Orange Theatre Company, Amsterdam's English language theatre.
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We are taking a break and will be back with season 2 in the new year. Stay tuned!
A collection of monologues that speak the truth, the whole truth, and nothing but the truth no matter how hard.
Join host Daniella Down and guest co-host Sairah Erens for this episode that showcases three original monologues that creatively interpret the theme, truth. From a bereaved father who wants to take control of what he’s lost, to a young woman whose inner-monologue is on overdrive, to one of the fateful survivors of the Titanic who bears heavy guilt. Seriously, today’s monologues will have you belly-laughing, balling your eyes out, and everything in between.
Monologues:
'I need to tell' written by Anna Murton and performed by Casey Kooyman
'Damnable Lies' written by Alan Olejniczak and performed by Sam Morris
'Lost it' written and performed by Sietse Remmers
Content note: this episode contains some swears and darker themes and so may not be suitable for younger ears.
Plugs
The Proscenium online theatre - listen to Helt Texas an original play by Alan Olejniczak and starring Daniella Down wherever you get your podcasts
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The Monologue Podcast music is by James Cook. Find out more about James's composition, producing, and musicianship at jamescookcomposition.com or on Instagram.
This podcast is brought to you by Orange Theatre Company, Amsterdam's English language theatre.
Thanks to Mate Made Music for use of their studio.
The Monologue podcast's home is on Anchor. You can also listen via Apple Podcasts, Spotify, Google Podcasts, Pocket Casts, Radio Public, and Breaker.
Keep up to date with all things monologue-related by following us on Instagram: @themonologuepodcast
If you'd like to submit a monologue for next month's episode — the theme is THE MOST WONDERFUL TIME OF THE YEAR? — please send us your 5-8 minute monologue (about 700-1100 words) to info@orangetheatrecompany.com by December 14th. Happy monologuing!