The Best Audition Songs for 9 to 5 – By Character
When considering audition songs for 9 to 5, it’s fitting to choose a pop or country-tinged song from contemporary musical theatre repertoire that aligns with the tone of the show and suits your vocal type. Always refer to the audition notice for specific guidelines.
Because 9 to 5 premiered in 2008, the audition songs below are drawn from musicals between the 1990s and 2010s. Each one has been carefully hand-picked and reviewed to ensure it matches the show’s style.
Step 1: Review Audition Info
Please read your audition details carefully, as they sometimes specify the type of song they’d like to hear (a ballad, something upbeat, etc.). Make sure to select a song that’s appropriate for your specific casting call.
Step 2: Study the Show
Before auditioning, you should get familiar with the show, and listening to the cast album is a great way to do that. Here’s where you can learn more about 9 to 5.
Step 3: Pick an Audition Song
Before choosing a song, find your voice type and range using the Vocal Guide.
Based on your personality and vocal type, decide whether to audition for the ensemble or a specific character. Whatever you choose, try to stay open to other casting possibilities.
When you’re ready, choose a song from below that best fits your voice and style.
Audition Songs for 9 to 5
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Doralee Rhodes
“Asheville” – Bright Star
“I Could’ve Gone to Nashville” – Nunsense
“If You Knew My Story” – Bright Star
“Oklahoma?” – Dirty Rotten Scoundrels
Franklin Hart
“Don’t Break the Rules” – Catch Me If You Can
“Great Big Stuff” – Dirty Rotten Scoundrels
“Man” – The Full Monty
“What Is It About Her?” – The Wild Party
Joe
“Bright Star” – Bright Star
“Heartbreaker” – Bright Star
“It All Fades Away” – The Bridges of Madison County
“Time” – Tuck Everlasting
Judy Bernly
“Beautiful” – It Shoulda Been You
“Days and Days” – Fun Home
“Holding to the Ground” – Falsettos
“I Never Wanted This” – It Shoulda Been You
Roz Keith
“Betsy’s Getting Married” – Honeymoon in Vegas
“Life With Harold” – The Full Monty
“The Lady’s Improving” – The Prom
“What Was a Woman to Do?” – Dirty Rotten Scoundrels
Violet Newstead
“As We Stumble Along” – The Drowsy Chaperone
“Here I Am” – Dirty Rotten Scoundrels
“It’s Not About Me” – The Prom
“Jet Set” – Catch Me If You Can
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Ensemble (Altos)
“A Little Bit Less Than” – It Shoulda Been You
“I Am Playing Me” – [title of show]
“Maybe Love” – Shucked
Ensemble (Baritones)
“How It Ends” – Big Fish
“If I Didn’t Believe in You” – The Last Five Years
“That’s What I Could Do” – Violet
Ensemble (Basses)
“Adrian” – Rocky
“Coffee Shop Nights” – Curtains
“Love Sneaks In” – Dirty Rotten Scoundrels
Ensemble (Contras)
“Playing Nancy” – Groundhog Day
“Somebody Will” – Shucked
“That’s What You Call a Dream” – Bonnie & Clyde
Ensemble (Mezzos/Sopranos)
“Another Round” – Bright Star
“Even Though” – I Love You Because
“On My Way” – Violet
Ensemble (Tenors)
“Be the Hero” – Big Fish
“God Answered My Prayers” – Hands on a Hardbody
“Last Time I Came to Memphis” – Violet
Step 4: Select a Monologue
If requested, here are a few audition monologues for 9 to 5:
• “A Signed Contract” from Full Moon
• “Between Things” from Middletown
• “Free Women” from Full Moon
• “Like Anywhere Else” from Almost, Maine
• “Too Abstract” from Sylvia
Step 5: Audition Prep
Choosing the right song is just the beginning! Strong preparation helps you walk into the room with confidence and ready to show what you can do.
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9 to 5 Song List
Here’s a list of the musical numbers in 9 to 5, along with which characters sing in each of them. Unless you have been asked to, do not choose from the below songs for your audition! This is more intended to be used for character research purposes.
* That said, if you’ve specifically been asked to sing a song from the show, you can find the sheet music for the best possible audition songs below.
Act 1:
“Nine to Five” – Violet, Doralee, Dwayne, Judy, Ensemble
“Around Here” – Violet, Ensemble
“Here for You” – Franklin, Ensemble
“I Just Might” – Judy, Doralee, Violet, Ensemble
“Backwoods Barbie” – Doralee, Ensemble
“The Dance o’ Death” – Judy, Franklin
“Cowgirl’s Revenge” – Doralee, Ensemble
“Potion Notion” – Violet, Ensemble
“Joy to the Girls” – Ensemble
“Heart to Hart” – Roz, Ensemble
“Shine Like the Sun” – Doralee, Judy, Violet, Ensemble
Act 2:
“One of the Boys” – Violet, Ensemble
“5 to 9” – Roz
“Change It” – Doralee, Violet, Judy, Ensemble
“Let Love Grow” – Joe, Violet
“Get Out and Stay Out” – Judy
“Finale (Nine to Five)” – Company
Author: Stacy Karyn
Stacy Karyn is the founder of Theatre Trip and the author of The Thespian’s Bucket List. She is also the creator of The Cast Album List. Her background includes a BA in Theatre, a TESOL Drama certificate, and professional experience in Broadway and Off-Broadway theaters.
