# Counterpart: Learn Lines, Tape — Audition, Self-Tape, Rehearse

> Voice-activated script rehearsal and line memorization tool for actors. (iPhone/iPad app by Alexander Finch.)

- Source: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/counterpart-learn-lines-tape/id6755987894 (this page in markdown: same URL + `.md`)
- Developer: [Alexander Finch](https://appshunter.io/developer/1853980725)
- Category: Productivity, Entertainment
- Price: Free with in-app purchases
- Rating: 4.70/5 from 59 App Store ratings · 20 written reviews indexed
- Age rating: 4+
- Requires: iOS 13.0 · 85 MB
- Languages: American English
- Released: 2026-02-01
- Data updated: 2026-08-27
- Monetization: free with in-app purchases
- User reviews in markdown: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/counterpart-learn-lines-tape/id6755987894/reviews.md

## What is Counterpart?

Counterpart is the acting app designed to change how actors rehearse, memorize lines, and prepare for auditions, performances, and self tapes.
Running a scene in Counterpart feels like running lines with a real reader. Instead of stopping to scroll, reread, or prompt yourself, Counterpart actively listens to you and advances the scene at the exact moment you finish speaking. This allows you to rehearse continuously, stay present in the moment, and memorize your script faster and more naturally.
Whether you are preparing for an audition, practicing a cold read, or refining a performance, Counterpart helps you run lines efficiently and rehearse with intention - anytime, anywhere.

RUN LINES, POWERED BY SMART VOICE TECHNOLOGY
Counterpart uses specialized voice recognition technology built specifically for actors. The app listens for the Cue Word of your line (by default, the final word of your dialogue). Once that cue word is spoken, Counterpart advances the scene and plays the next line.
This creates a realistic rehearsal flow that mirrors running lines with a partner, allowing you to focus on performance instead of mechanics.
For your line reader, you can choose:
* Your own recorded voice
* A friend’s voice
* High-quality AI text-to-speech for conversational rehearsing
This flexibility makes Counterpart a powerful rehearsal pro tool whether you are memorizing lines, practicing pacing, or working through a cold read on short notice.

All your data stays with you on Counterpart. We do not provide data to any third party buyers. If you would like to request the deletion of your data, email hello@counterpart.actor

YOUR SCRIPTS WORK WITH COUNTERPART
Import any PDF script directly into the app. Counterpart supports standard scripts, scanned pages, and sides from auditions, even if they come straight from Actors Access or casting emails, watermarked or not.
Using advanced optical character recognition (OCR), Counterpart analyzes up to 10 pages at a time, identifying:
* Your dialogue
* Other characters’ lines
* Stage directions and action
This means you can rehearse real material immediately, without manual formatting or copy-pasting.

REHEARSE YOUR WAY
Counterpart gives you complete control over how you rehearse and memorize your script.
You can:
* Edit dialogue and stage directions
* Create beats to control pacing and intention
* Change cue words to improve recognition or overlap dialogue
* Modify or replace reader audio seamlessly
If Counterpart ever struggles to hear a line, simply adjust the cue word to any word near the end of your dialogue and keep going.
Prefer silent rehearsal on your commute? Counterpart also generates automatic flashcards for every scene, making it easy to memorize lines visually or review your script without speaking.

HAVE FRIENDS READ FOR YOU, NO APP REQUIRED
After importing a scene, you can share reader lines with a friend. They can record their dialogue directly in a browser - no download, no account.
Their recordings instantly become your line reader audio, allowing you to run lines or tape even when no one is physically available.

TRACK YOUR PRACTICE
Tap into powerful insights about your rehearsal habits.
For each scene, you can:
* Add notes and tags
* Assign a role and scene type
* Track how often and how long you rehearse
Your practice data syncs to an online dashboard at counterpart.actor/dashboard (BETA), where you can view patterns across auditions, self tapes, and long-term projects.

Counterpart is built for actors who want to rehearse smarter, memorize lines faster, and show up confident.
Run lines. Rehearse deeply. Perform better.

For support, please visit https://www.counterpart.actor/support or contact us at hello@counterpart.actor

End User License Agreement: https: //www.apple.com/legal/internet-services/itunes/dev/stdeula/ 

Privacy Policy: https://www.counterpart.actor/privacy

## Key features

- Smart voice recognition for line prompting
- Realistic scene advancement
- Import PDF scripts with OCR
- Customizable cue words and reader audio
- Automatic flashcard generation
- Share reader lines with friends

## Pricing and in-app purchases

Base price: Free.

**Subscriptions**

| Subscription | Price | Period |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Counterpart Studio - Monthly | $6.99 | per month |
| Counterpart Studio - Yearly | $58.99 | per year |


## Recent user reviews (10 of 20)

All indexed reviews: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/counterpart-learn-lines-tape/id6755987894/reviews.md

### 5/5 — smooth

*2026-08-13*

nice and smooth

### 1/5 — Can’t sign in

*2026-08-04*

It won’t accept my phone number and can’t sign in any other way

### 5/5 — Review

*2026-08-04*

fantastic app, everything I needed

### 3/5 — Great for learning lines

*2026-07-28*

But you do have to pay for more than one scene, then give you one scene for free.

### 1/5 — Utterly Unreliable

*2026-07-24*

Unreliable for important auditions. App routinely stops talking in the middle of a sentence, especially if the scene is several pages long. Routinely misses cues. For important emotional scenes it is absolutely infuriating, making you repeat the performance over and over because it will fail mid-sentence, omit a line altogether, or leave you hanging without responding to your cue.

### 2/5 — App sux when it comes to importing scripts

*2026-07-07*

Tried importing multiple times, multiples ways after reading FAQ explanation of how it is supposed to be done. Failed. God forbid coding the app to directly access/open the file directly……or worse, have a spot to drag and drop the file for importing. <sarc>

Do not wast your time.

**Developer response:** Hey there,

The mac app doesn't support importing. It's designed to be a reader version of the iOS app to just read scenes with you that are already set up on iOS. Sorry this wasn't clear.

### 2/5 — Great potential, lacking execution

*2026-06-22*

This app has the potential to be a godsend when you can’t find a reader, but the bugs it currently has make it at best infuriating, and at worst unusable. It will randomly decide it’s gonna ignore all cue words anywhere in the script (frustrating, especially while in a long scene), the first reader line echos very loudly in playback like 70% of the time (borderline unusable), and will sometimes bug an entire script so hard it will start reading a line and then skip half the script and start playing a line 10 lines ahead of where you are every time(unusable); changing cue words, manually reentering lines, deleting and reentering lines, nothing works. The script is permanently bugged, and if you’re importing it, it’s bugged forever. I suspect it’s something with the AI voice as recording the lines yourself and keeping it in your own voice seems to solve the problem. It still needs a video playback in the app so you don’t have to wait for an export to see it, and the AI voices, while novel, are mostly unhelpful as readers as they have a monotone, obviously AI delivery. As it stands, stay on the free version.

**Developer response:** Hey there,
Thank you for your review - it's super helpful. We are always trying to make Counterpart better, especially for taping. Would you mind telling us which scripts these issues happen on? We want to see what specifically is going on. Please reach out to us at hello@counterpart.actor 
We really look forward to hearing from you!

### 5/5 — Game Changer!!

*2026-05-22*

I absolutely LOVE this app. It’s more efficient and functions better than any other tool for the same function. Highly recommend for actors, this is a must

### 5/5 — 10/10

*2026-05-05*

Always use this when I go on walks to memorize my audition scenes.

### 1/5 — Confusing and doesn’t really work

*2026-04-06*

There is not much to it. Even with minimal functions it’s overly complicated. When trying to upload scrips it would miss pages at a time. There are a lot better options out there

## Frequently asked questions about Counterpart

### How does Counterpart's voice technology work for line prompting?

Counterpart uses specialized voice recognition to listen for your cue word, typically the last word of your dialogue. Once spoken, it automatically advances to the next line, simulating a real reading partner and aiding memorization.

### Can I import any type of script into Counterpart?

Yes, Counterpart supports importing PDF scripts, including standard scripts, scanned pages, and sides from auditions, even if they are watermarked. Its OCR technology analyzes up to 10 pages at a time.

### What options do I have for the 'reader' voice in Counterpart?

You can choose to use your own recorded voice, a friend's recorded voice, or high-quality AI text-to-speech for a conversational rehearsal experience. This flexibility allows for diverse practice scenarios.

### How does Counterpart help with memorizing lines faster?

By actively listening and advancing scenes, Counterpart creates a continuous rehearsal flow that minimizes interruptions. This allows actors to stay present and memorize scripts more naturally and efficiently.

### Can I adjust how Counterpart recognizes my lines?

Absolutely. You can edit dialogue, change cue words to improve recognition or overlap dialogue, and modify or replace reader audio. This ensures a smooth rehearsal process even with challenging scripts.

### Does Counterpart offer silent rehearsal options?

Yes, for silent rehearsal, Counterpart generates automatic flashcards for every scene. This feature makes it easy to memorize lines visually or review your script without speaking, ideal for commutes.

### How often is Counterpart updated?

The latest version is 1.0.8, and it was last updated on March 17, 2026. This indicates a recent update, suggesting ongoing development and support.

### What devices is Counterpart available on?

Counterpart is available on Mac, iPhone, and iPad, making it accessible across multiple Apple devices for convenient rehearsal.

## Version history (last 5 releases)

### 1.1.4 — 2026-08-26

Bug fixes and improvements

### 1.1.3 — 2026-07-18

Bug Fixes and Improvements

### 1.1.2 — 2026-07-17

Bug fixes and improvements

### 1.1.1 — 2026-07-04

Improvements to self tape mode and bug fixes.

### 1.1.0 — 2026-06-21

Speech Recognition Improvements. Added Characters and more Reader Voices. Simplified Editing.

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