The Last Moment of a Monologue

So many actors kill their monologues in the last few moments. A few things can happen. Sometimes there’s a moment where it finishes and they look embarrassed with themselves, that usually kills the moment. Another thing is when they break the moment and immediately look at the panel, like a small child who has just finished using the toilet. Others rush the end, to get it finished and to put it beyond them. All of these and more ways exist to kill the moment and leave the auditiors/panel feeling cheated. The people watching you are always a few moments behind you in comprehending what you are saying. If you end abruptly, without a moment to let it sink in, you cheat them, and they won’t thank you for it.

End the monologue with purpose. Finish with strength, leave an impression.