As the National Youth Monologues Competition gets underway for its second year, we’re delighted to present some 2025 finalists to share their work and experiences.

Offering young people (ages 9–19) a chance to compete solo in Contemporary, Classical, Screen, and Devised categories, NYM is designed to champion talent, confidence, and access to the arts. Supported by the Ambassador Theatre Group, Methuen Drama and the Federation of Drama Schools, entry can be individual, or via schools and youth theatre groups. nationalyouthmonologues.com