Joker Monologue

 The Dark Knight: Monologue by the Joker

Osajie Imevbore


What did I learn?: In choosing this monologue, I had to dive deep into my style of theater and think of pieces I would enjoy performing. I learned that performing scenes with increasing tension and suspense is where my interest lied. After learning this, choosing a monologue embodying these traits was my new task


What did I do well in?: I 100% feel that this monologue is one of the best performances I have ever done, the versatility of Heath Ledger's the Joker is a huge task to take upon, and as much as I feel like with props and more theatrical effects it would be better, I think I did a good job. With help from my classmates and teacher, I was able to make the decision to merge both monologues I had chosen and blend them into this perfect performance.


What was difficult: Like I mentioned earlier, the versatility and bipolar traits of Heath Ledger's Joker were a huge task to tackle. The sudden mood switches from menacing happiness to sinister laughs, to heinous comments and actions, embodying this character was quite difficult. I had to mentally prepare myself to act insane and out of control. 


What do I need to work on?: Listening back to my recording, I think I need to work on the clarity of my lines. I also need to try to make sure I use one accent throughout without switching from British to American mid-performance.


Link to my perform: https://share.icloud.com/photos/0pVzWLH6PeE3Ajj1FGW3ZMpjw#Fulton


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