# Subtext: Run Lines & Self-Tape — Scene partner & line reader

> Actor's toolkit for memorizing, rehearsing, and self-taping scenes. (iPhone/iPad app by Babbi Brains Ltd..)

- Source: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/subtext-run-lines-and-self-tape/id6780205861 (this page in markdown: same URL + `.md`)
- Developer: [Babbi Brains Ltd.](https://appshunter.io/developer/1871271328)
- Category: Productivity, Entertainment
- Price: Free with in-app purchases
- Rating: 5.00/5 from 2 App Store ratings · 4 written reviews indexed
- Age rating: 12+
- Requires: iOS 17.6 · 27 MB
- Languages: American English
- Released: 2026-06-17
- Data updated: 2026-08-29
- Monetization: freemium
- User reviews in markdown: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/subtext-run-lines-and-self-tape/id6780205861/reviews.md

## What is Subtext?

Sides at 9pm. Tape by Thursday. And nobody free to read with you.

Subtext runs the scene out loud at any hour. Every other part is performed, not recited, and it listens while you say yours.

Then, when the tape matters, a real person reads with you. Text a friend a link and their voice is on every take.

Drop in the script and Subtext lifts out every scene in seconds, and works out who says what.

When it's time to shoot, film it, cut it, and send it without ever leaving the app.

Then you book it. Now it's the whole script, not six pages, and the work changes. Script Analysis reads all of it and answers what you ask: what the show or film is about, what your character wants, what's actually going on in a scene. Have all your lines highlighted instantly. Create notes, add tabs, scribble stuff. Bring the script to set or the rehearsal hall and hold it in your hands with Rehearse Mode. The iPhone and iPad will no longer change orientation, and you can turn pages with focused gestures.

Want to hear the whole script? Press play on Table Read and the whole thing performs itself, every character, out loud. Listen on the drive in, on a jog, or doing the dishes.

The whole job. One app.

RUN LINES WITH A SCENE PARTNER
Drop in your sides and pick your character. Real voices read every other part and wait for you. Cue only, hide your lines, get a hint when you go up. Run it until it's yours.

MEMORIZE FASTER
Hide, hint, repeat. Subtext listens for your line and only moves on when you've said it. Off book without a friend, a Zoom, or Voice Memos.

A REAL READER ON YOUR TAPE
When you need a real reader, to rehearse or to shoot your self-tape, text a friend a link. They record the other lines in their browser, once, whenever suits them. Nothing for them to install. Their real voice is on every take, at any hour, without either of you scheduling a thing.

NEXT LEVEL SELF-TAPES
A self-tape studio built for the job. Shoot with a built-in teleprompter that follows your voice. Add your slate. Then edit with an editor designed explicitly for self-tapes. Pick your takes, adjust the start and end, add transitions, clean up the audio. Have an iPad too? iPhone films while the iPad prompts and cuts.

SEND A LINK
Subtext compresses the file perfectly, hosts your finished tape and hands you one short link. Casting or your agent presses play or download. Nothing to upload, nothing too big to send.

SCRIPT ANALYSIS
A clear summary of what you're playing, then ask it anything. It knows when it's only holding sides, so it tells you what it can't know instead of inventing it. Highlight every character you're playing instantly, mark up every page with notes, tabs and support for Apple Pencil.

HEAR THE WHOLE SCRIPT
Table Read: press play and hear the entire script performed in real voices. On the train, on the walk, wherever.

RECORD PROFESSIONAL VOICEOVERS
Record voiceovers scene by scene, straight off the script. Studio-clean sound with no knobs to learn then export to MP3.

WHERE WE STAND
The voices are for rehearsal. A synthetic voice will never end up on your finished self-tape, at any tier. When it counts, a person reads with you. Your scripts and your voice are never used to train any model.

THE WHOLE JOB. ONE APP.
One membership does all of it with all your data synced between devices.

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SUBSCRIPTION

Your first two scenes are free. Unlimited access is available through an
auto-renewing subscription.

Payment is charged to your Apple Account at confirmation of purchase. Your
subscription renews automatically at the same price unless canceled at least 24
hours before the end of the current period; your account is charged within 24
hours prior to the end of the period. Manage or cancel anytime in your Apple
Account settings.

Privacy Policy: https://getsubtext.co/privacy
Terms of Use (EULA): https://getsubtext.co/terms

## Key features

- AI scene partner for line memorization
- Record and edit self-tapes
- Real reader integration for rehearsals
- Script summarization and analysis
- Line memorization modes (hide, hint, first-letter)
- Organize scripts by project and gig
- Cross-device backup and sync

## Pricing and in-app purchases

Base price: Free.

**Subscriptions**

| Subscription | Price | Period |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Subtext Monthly | $14.99 | per month |
| Subtext Yearly | $149.99 | per year |


## Recent user reviews (4 of 4)

All indexed reviews: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/subtext-run-lines-and-self-tape/id6780205861/reviews.md

### 5/5 — Great tool for actors

*2026-08-24, version 3.1.3*

Uploading sides and scripts to rehearse is very intuitive, and it’s been incredibly helpful for memorizing lines in a pinch. Highly recommend !

### 5/5 — The best I’ve used

*2026-08-18, version 3.0.7*

Subtext is a real game-changer for working actors. Created by a working actor to specifically cater to our wants and needs. I’m off-book faster and more confident on stage where it really matters. With a responsible and ethical approach to AI and by far the gold standard in support, I’m a happier actor.

### 5/5 — Best app for actors, period!!

*2026-07-31, version 2.4.1*

This is truly the best app for us actors. Wow. So well done, bravo. 👏🏼

### 5/5 — About time

*2026-07-10, version 2.2.4*

I hate AI, but this is a tool that can help sharpen you as an actor, so you can be an actor, not the other way around.

## Frequently asked questions about Subtext

### How does Subtext help me memorize lines?

Subtext offers several modes to help you memorize lines. You can hide your lines completely, get hints when you blank, or use First-Letter Mode for longer passages. Each practice session aims to make memorization faster.

### Can I use Subtext to record self-tapes?

Yes, Subtext functions as your self-tape studio. It allows you to record in landscape mode with a teleprompter that scrolls to your voice, trim clips, and export them easily to agents or casting directors via a Subtext link or directly to other apps.

### What are the subscription plans for Subtext?

Subtext offers a monthly subscription for $14.99 with a 7-day free trial, and a yearly subscription for $149.99, also with a 7-day free trial. These plans unlock the full suite of features for actors.

### Does Subtext have ads?

No, Subtext does not contain advertisements. The app is free to download and use, with optional subscription plans for advanced features.

### How does Subtext analyze scripts?

Subtext can summarize any script or sides, providing plot details and character information. You can also ask it specific questions about the text, and it will provide answers based on the script content.

### What devices does Subtext support?

Subtext is available on iPhone and iPad, allowing actors to practice and record on their preferred Apple devices.

### How often is Subtext updated?

The latest version of Subtext is 2.3.2, and it was last updated on July 18, 2026. This indicates regular updates to improve functionality and add new features.

### Can I collaborate with other actors using Subtext?

While Subtext doesn't have direct real-time multiplayer, you can send scenes to real readers who record their lines in their browser without needing the app. This allows for remote rehearsal and feedback.

## Version history (last 5 releases)

### 3.2.1 — 2026-08-29

- Fixed a critical bug when resizing the app or rotating your device on iPads running iOS 26+
- See two pages at once like a book when your iPad is in landscape
- Notes can be viewed all at once
- Highlighting is more precise
- Search inside your scripts
- Scripts with lots of markings are better scanned
- Stay up to date with alerts for the top stories in the trades

Love Subtext? Rate us! Your feedback helps us grow.
Have a question or a feature idea? Tap Contact support in the settings.

### 3.2.0 — 2026-08-26

- Add a line in to your analyzed scene and pick who says it from the people already in it, or add a new character.
- Overlap is out of beta and on by default. Cut your reader off, pick up cues, interrupt, just like real life.
- Subtext got out of hair, make-up and wardrobe and is looking better than ever. 

Love Subtext? Rate us! Your feedback helps us grow.
Have a question or a feature idea? Tap Contact support in the settings.

### 3.1.5 — 2026-08-25

Run lines on a walk
Rehearsal used to stop the moment you left the app. Now it keeps going with the screen off, so you can run a scene on the way to the audition. Your partner reads, the mic still hears you, and the lock screen shows whose line is up. Squeeze your AirPods to hold when a line won't come. Put the phone in your pocket and forget about it, and rehearsal pauses itself and holds your place.

Take a monologue beat by beat
Long speeches can now break automatically into units. Work one passage at a time. Swipe back to run the section again. This one is for all my Shakespearean actors out there. ;)

We also squashed some bugs and tweaked some of the design. Enjoy!

### 3.1.4 — 2026-08-24

Run lines on a walk
Rehearsal used to stop the moment you left the app. Now it keeps going with the screen off, so you can run a scene on the way to the audition. Your partner reads, the mic still hears you, and the lock screen shows whose line is up. Squeeze your AirPods to hold when a line won't come. Put the phone in your pocket and forget about it, and rehearsal pauses itself and holds your place.

Take a monologue beat by beat
Long speeches can now break automatically into units. Work one passage at a time. Swipe back to run the section again. This one is for all my Shakespearean actors out there. ;)

### 3.1.3 — 2026-08-23

Run lines on a walk
Rehearsal used to stop the moment you left the app. Now it keeps going with the screen off, so you can run a scene on the way to the audition. Your partner reads, the mic still hears you, and the lock screen shows whose line is up. Squeeze your AirPods to hold when a line won't come. Put the phone in your pocket and forget about it, and rehearsal pauses itself and holds your place.

Take a monologue beat by beat
Long speeches can now break automatically into units. Work one passage at a time. Swipe back to run the section again. This one is for all my Shakespearean actors out there. ;)

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