Monologue Competition
Step into the spotlight at YouthFest 2025 and showcase your talent in this exciting solo competition. Compete for the chance to win $100 and receive feedback from an expert adjudicator!
Take Center Stage!
Enter the YOUTHFest 2025 Monologue Competition
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AACTFest Cycle
The Monologue Competition at YouthFest 2025 is your chance to step into the spotlight and showcase your talent! Whether you're performing, supporting your friends, or soaking in the experience, this exciting event is an incredible opportunity to sharpen your skills and gain confidence on stage.
Participants will perform solo, receive constructive feedback from an expert adjudicator, and build connections with fellow young actors. The competition is open to YouthFest attendees ages 12-18, and the winner will take home a $100 prize!
Monologues must be memorized and come from a published play by an established writer or from a script submitted to a playwriting competition. Performers may choose a dramatic or comedic piece, but the length should not exceed two minutes. Props, costumes, and effects are not permitted.
Preliminary rounds will take place on Monday, June 23, with finalists advancing to the final round. Winners will be announced at the YouthFest closing celebration.
To enter, register for the YouthFest Monologue Competition when signing up for the festival or visit the registration desk during the event. Space is limited, so early registration is encouraged! The entry fee is $15.
Competition Adjudicator
Jereme Raickett serves as the Artistic Director of Players by the Sea, where he has been a driving creative force since 2015. A director, designer, educator, and performer, Jereme is passionate about using the arts to inspire, mentor, and connect communities. His work with organizations like Cathedral Arts Project, Jacksonville Arts and Music School, and Don’t Miss a Beat has earned him recognition both locally and internationally, and he previously served as an AACT YouthFest adjudicator in 2019.
In addition to his artistic work, Jereme helps shape the broader arts community as a board member for the American Association of Community Theatre and Jacksonville Sister Cities. He is also the founder of Artistic Journeys International, a nonprofit dedicated to fostering global artistic exchange. His commitment to arts education and cultural connection makes him an ideal adjudicator for the YouthFest 2025 Monologue Competition, where young performers can expect thoughtful, encouraging feedback rooted in real-world experience and a passion for storytelling.
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