Stop center stage. Please bring no other props. Introduce your piece, stating the play title and character name. Take about 5 seconds to adjust your body and mind into character, locating the imaginary character you are addressing above the heads of the auditors. Perform your piece.
Memorization is mandatory.
Expect auditors to want you to do your best, but do not expect . This is not a reflection of the quality of your work. Freeze after the last moment of the monologue. Hold for two counts. Establish eye contact.