Audition Songs for Bare – By Character
When considering audition songs for Bare, it’s fitting to choose a pop/rock song from 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 Bare premiered in 2000, the audition songs below are drawn from musicals between the 1990s and 2010s. 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 (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 about Bare.
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
Claire
“I Miss the Mountains” – Next to Normal
“Once More I Can See” – Wonderland
“So Anyway” – Next to Normal
“Stop, Time” – Big
Ivy
“Invisible” – Beetlejuice
“Lifeboat” – Heathers
“Mama Who Bore Me” – Spring Awakening
“Whispering” – Spring Awakening
Jason
“Aftershocks” – Next to Normal
“As Good As I Get” – Next Thing You Know
“Don’t Do Sadness” – Spring Awakening
“Nobody Needs to Know” – The Last Five Years
Matt
“Freeze Your Brain” – Heathers
“I’m Alive” – Next to Normal
“There’s a World” – Next to Normal
“When She Smiles” – Lysistrata Jones
Nadia
“Everything Else” – Next to Normal
“Kindergarten Boyfriend” – Heathers
“If The World Should End” – Spider-Man: Turn Off the Dark
“Superboy and the Invisible Girl” – Next to Normal
Peter
“All That’s Known” – Spring Awakening
“He’s Not Here” – Next to Normal
“Left Behind” – Spring Awakening
“The Mirror-Blue Night” – Spring Awakening
Sister Chantelle
“Are You a Believer?” – Ghost
“Do The Sacred Mass” – Sister Act
“Fabulous, Baby!” – Sister Act
“Lot’s Wife” – Caroline, or Change
Ensemble (Altos)
“Fight For Me” – Heathers
“One Perfect Moment” – Bring It On
“Where Am I Now?” – Lysistrata Jones
Ensemble (Baritones/Basses)
“Favorite Places” – Ordinary Days
“Goodbye” – I Love You Because
“Morning After Omelet” – Next Thing You Know
Ensemble (Contras)
“I Dreamed a Dance” – Next to Normal
“It Means Beautiful” – Everybody’s Talking About Jamie
“Turn Off the Dark” – Spider-Man: Turn Off the Dark
Ensemble (Mezzos/Sopranos)
“Infinite Joy” – Elegies: A Song Cycle
“Requiem” – Dear Evan Hansen
“What It Means to Be a Friend” – 13
Ensemble (Tenors)
“And I Breathe” – Next Thing You Know
“Enjoy the Trip” – Bring It On
“Good Kid” – The Lightning Thief
Step 4: Select a Monologue
If requested, here are a few audition monologues for Bare:
• “At the Table” in The Best Men’s Monologues from New Plays, 2019➝
• “Meet Me at the Gates, Marcus James” in The Best Men’s Monologues from New Plays, 2019➝
• “Rooms” in Fantasy Monologues for Young Actors➝
• “The Drama Department” in The Best Men’s Monologues from New Plays, 2019➝
• “The Pact” in 48 Monologues for Kids➝
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!
Bare Song List
Here’s a list of the musical numbers in Bare, 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:
“Epiphany” – Company
“You and I” – Jason, Peter, Ensemble
“Role of a Lifetime” – Peter
“Auditions” – Sister Chantelle, Ensemble
“Plain Jane Fat Ass” – Nadia, Jason
“Wonderland” – Lucas, Matt, Ensemble
“A Quiet Night at Home” – Nadia
“Best Kept Secret” – Jason, Peter
“Confession” – Priest, Ensemble
“Portrait of a Girl” – Ivy, Matt
“Birthday, B*tch!” – Ensemble
“One Kiss” – Ivy, Jason
“Are You There?” – Matt, Peter
“Emergency” / “Mother Love” – Virgin Mary, Ensemble
“Reputation Stain’d” – Ensemble
“Ever After” – Peter, Jason
“Spring” – Nadia
“One” – Ivy, Jason, Nadia, Matt, Peter
Act 2:
“Wedding Bells” – Company
“In The Hallway” – Ensemble
“Touch My Soul” – Ivy, Jason
“See Me” – Peter, Claire
“Warning” – Claire
“Pilgrim’s Hands” – Jason, Peter, Ensemble
“God Don’t Make No Trash” – Sister Chantelle
“All Grown Up” – Ivy
“Promise” – Jason, Ivy, Matt, Peter, Nadia
“Once Upon a Time” – Jason
“Cross” – Jason, Priest
“Two Households” – Ensemble
“Bare” – Jason, Peter
“Queen Mab” – Peter
“A Glooming Peace” – Ensemble
“Absolution” – Peter
“No Voice” – Company
Want more songs? Check out these DIY Rep Books for EVERY vocal type!
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.
