Audition Songs for A Funny Thing Happened on the Way to the Forum
Last Updated: January, 2026
When considering audition songs for A Funny Thing Happened on the Way to the Forum, it’s fitting to choose a classic, character-driven musical theatre song that aligns with the show’s tone and suits your vocal type. Always refer to the audition notice for specific guidelines.
Because A Funny Thing Happened premiered in 1962, the audition songs below are drawn from musicals between the 1950s and 1960s. Each one has been carefully hand-picked and reviewed by a musical theatre professional to ensure fit and audition readiness.
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Step 1: Review Audition Info
Please read your audition details carefully, as they sometimes specify the type of song they’d like to hear (something upbeat, Sondheim, etc.). Make sure to select a song that’s appropriate for your casting call. For your convenience, all of the Sondheim songs are marked below.
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 A Funny Thing Happened on the Way to the Forum.
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 range, decide whether you’d prefer to audition for the ensemble or a specific character. Even if you audition for a specific role, stay open to other casting possibilities.
When you’re ready, choose a song from below that best fits your voice and comfort level.
The Audition Songs
Domina
“Come Home” – Allegro
“I Am Loved” – Out of This World
“What Good Would the Moon Be?” – Street Scene
“Yes, My Heart” – Carnival!
Hero
“I’ve Just Seen Her” – All American
“Real Live Girl” – Little Me
“Very Soft Shoes” – Once Upon a Mattress
“What Kind of Fool Am I?” – Stop the World – I Want to Get Off
Hysterium
“A Little Gossip” – Man of La Mancha
“I Really Like Him” – Man of La Mancha
“Snoopy” – You’re a Good Man, Charlie Brown
“The Kite” – You’re a Good Man, Charlie Brown
Miles Gloriosus
“C’est Moi” – Camelot
“Dulcinea” – Man of La Mancha
“The Impossible Dream” – Man of La Mancha
“Where Is the Life That Late I Led?” – Kiss Me, Kate
Philia
“All For You” – Saturday Night [Sondheim]
“Anyone Can Whistle” – Anyone Can Whistle [Sondheim]
“Mira” – Carnival!
“What Does He Want of Me?” – Man of La Mancha
Prologus / Pseudolus
“A Wonderful Day Like Today” – The Roar of the Greasepaint, the Smell of the Crowd
“Brush Up Your Shakespeare” – Kiss Me, Kate
“Everybody Says Don’t” – Anyone Can Whistle [Sondheim]
“This Is a Great Country” – Mr. President
Ensemble (Altos)
“Do I Hear a Waltz?” – Do I Hear a Waltz? [Sondheim lyrics]
“Hurry! It’s Lovely Up Here” – On a Clear Day You Can See Forever
“The Usher from the Mezzanine” – Fade Out – Fade In
Ensemble (Baritones)
“Broadway Baby” – Dames at Sea
“If I Be Your Best Chance” – Walking Happy
“What Makes It Happen?” – Walking Happy
Ensemble (Basses)
“I Love My Wife” – I Do! I Do!
“Once Upon a Time” – All American
“Your Eyes Are Blue” – Marry Me a Little [Sondheim]
Ensemble (Contras)
“Before I Kiss the World Goodbye” – Jennie
“I’ve Got What You Want” – The Apple Tree
“Why Do The Wrong People Travel?” – Sail Away
Ensemble (Mezzo-Sopranos)
“Is It Really Me?” – 110 in the Shade
“There Won’t Be Trumpets” – Anyone Can Whistle [Sondheim]
“Under the Tree” – Celebration
Ensemble (Sopranos)
“I Have to Tell You” – Fanny
“Love Makes the World Go ‘Round” – Carnival
“Now’s the Time” – Hallelujah, Baby!
Ensemble (Tenors)
“Stay” – Do I Hear a Waltz? [Sondheim lyrics]
“Take the Moment” – Do I Hear a Waltz? [Sondheim lyrics]
“Wondrin’” – Anne of Green Gables
Step 4: Select a Monologue
If requested, here are a few audition monologues for A Funny Thing Happened:
• “Fifty-Two From Sixty-Four➝” from The Forced Marriage ➝
• “Ismene” in The Best Men’s Monologues from New Plays, 2019➝
• “Still Want to Kiss Me?➝” from King Arthur’s Socks➝
• “Where Is He?➝” from The Father Clock➝ (Flub)
Final Step: Audition Prep
Once you’ve chosen your song, it’s time to start preparing! Grab your FREE Audition Prep Checklist and Stamp Cards to stay organized and motivated for your upcoming auditions!
A Funny Thing Happened on the Way to the Forum Song List
Here’s a list of the musical numbers in A Funny Thing Happened on the Way to the Forum, 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! The following 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:
“Comedy Tonight” – Prologus, Company
“Love, I Hear” – Hero
“Free” – Pseudolus, Hero
“Lovely” – Philia, Hero
“Pretty Little Picture” – Pseudolus, Hero, Philia
“Everybody Ought to Have a Maid” – Senex, Pseudolus, Hysterium, Lycus
“I’m Calm” – Hysterium
“Impossible” – Senex, Hero
“Bring Me My Bride” – Miles, Company
Act 2:
“That Dirty Old Man” – Domina
“That’ll Show Him” – Philia
“Lovely (Reprise)” – Pseudolus, Hysterium
“Funeral Sequence” – Pseudolus, Miles, Company
“Finale” – Company
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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.
