All About Monologues: Monologue, Soliloquy & Aside Lesson Slides, Notes, Poster, Quiz for Grades 8–12
"Wait... Is that a Monologue, Soliloquy, or an Aside?" Your students will know the difference—and love learning it. Introduce your middle and high school drama students to the power of solo speech with this complete lesson on monologues, soliloquies, and asides! Designed for grades 8–12, this engaging resource breaks down each type of dramatic speech using student-friendly slides, real-world examples, and performance-based discussion prompts.
Students will learn how to identify and differentiate these three speech types while developing their critical thinking and creative expression skills. Perfect for both theater and ELA crossover lessons!
"Wait... Is that a Monologue, Soliloquy, or an Aside?" Your students will know the difference—and love learning it. Introduce your middle and high school drama students to the power of solo speech with this complete lesson on monologues, soliloquies, and asides! Designed for grades 8–12, this engaging resource breaks down each type of dramatic speech using student-friendly slides, real-world examples, and performance-based discussion prompts.
Students will learn how to identify and differentiate these three speech types while developing their critical thinking and creative expression skills. Perfect for both theater and ELA crossover lessons!
"Wait... Is that a Monologue, Soliloquy, or an Aside?" Your students will know the difference—and love learning it. Introduce your middle and high school drama students to the power of solo speech with this complete lesson on monologues, soliloquies, and asides! Designed for grades 8–12, this engaging resource breaks down each type of dramatic speech using student-friendly slides, real-world examples, and performance-based discussion prompts.
Students will learn how to identify and differentiate these three speech types while developing their critical thinking and creative expression skills. Perfect for both theater and ELA crossover lessons!
Who It’s For:
Middle & high school drama classes (Grades 8–12)
Intro to Theater or Scripted Performance units
Sub plans—thanks to the clear teacher script
Supporting monologue writing, rehearsal, or analysis
Building background before performing Shakespeare or modern plays
Why Teachers Love It:
Everything is ready to go—no prep required, even for non-theater teachers or subs
Includes a slide-by-slide teacher script to guide the lesson with confidence
Reinforces learning with creative projects and performance connections
Perfect for building foundational knowledge before monologue writing or acting
What’s Included:
24-slide presentation introducing monologues, soliloquies, and asides
Teacher script with slide-by-slide guidance—great for subs or non-theater teachers
In Your Own Words” slides support student notes with slide thumbnails
Collaborative Group Poster activity that doubles as a review
4-question quiz/exit ticket with answer key
Teacher guide with lesson summary, pacing guide, extension ideas, and ELL/Special Ed adaptations
Linked video examples of popular, well-known monologues
Why Your Students Will Love It:
Uses examples they recognize from both classic and modern media
Encourages students to think like actors and writers
Lets them put ideas into their own words—no boring note-copying
Offers a chance to create and collaborate through the poster project
Helps them feel more confident identifying and performing dramatic speeches
Makes monologues, soliloquies, and asides feel clear, relevant, and approachable
Estimated Time:
1 class period (30-45 mins) with flexibility to extend or adapt with activities and/or quiz/exit ticket
