Audition Songs by Musical

The Best Audition Songs for Bloody Bloody Andrew Jackson

When considering audition songs for Bloody Bloody Andrew Jackson, it’s fitting to choose a rock song from musical theatre or non-musical theatre repertoire that aligns with the show’s tone and suits your vocal type. Always refer to the audition notice for specific guidelines.

Because Bloody Bloody Andrew Jackson 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 Bloody Bloody Andrew Jackson.


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.



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Andrew Jackson

All the Small Things” – Blink 182  [90s rock/non-musical theatre]

Caralee” – 35mm: A Musical Exhibition

Don’t Do Sadness” – Spring Awakening

I’m Alive” – Next to Normal

Keep on Standing” – Rocky

Whatsername” – American Idiot


Rachel Jackson

All Grown Up” – Bare

Choose Me, Oprah!” – The Toxic Avenger

Everything Else” – Next to Normal

Mary Jane” – Alanis Morissette  [90s pop/non-musical theatre]

Saturday Night In The City” – The Wedding Singer


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Ensemble (Altos)

Come to Your Senses” – Tick, Tick…BOOM!

If The World Should End” – Spider-Man: Turn Off the Dark

On Monday” – 35mm: A Musical Exhibition


Ensemble (Baritones)

Holiday in Spain” – Counting Crows  [2000s rock/non-musical theatre]

Midnight Radio” – Hedwig and the Angry Inch

Your Eyes” – Rent


Ensemble (Basses)

Ever the Same” – Rob Thomas  [2000s rock/non-musical theatre]

Future Days” – Pearl Jam  [2010s rock/non-musical theatre]

Wicked Little Town” – Hedwig and the Angry Inch


Ensemble (Contras)

Apocalypse Please” – Muse [2000s/non-theatre]

Turn Off the Dark” – Spider-Man: Turn Off the Dark

Bouncing Off the Walls” – Spider-Man: Turn Off the Dark


Ensemble (Mezzos/Sopranos)

Eyes Open” – Taylor Swift  [2010s rock/non-musical theatre]

Over” – Lindsay Lohan  [2000s rock/non-musical theatre]

Uninvited” – Jagged Little Pill


Ensemble (Tenors)

Smokers Outside the Hospital Doors” – Editors  [2000s rock/non-musical theatre]

See Her Smile” – Tick, Tick … Boom!

The Seraph” – 35mm: A Musical Exhibition


Step 4: Select a Monologue

If requested, here are a few audition monologues for Bloody Bloody Andrew Jackson:

• “Antimatter” from Punk Rock

• “Choices” from The New Sincerity

• “Something Like This” from Call of the Revolution

• “Standing Somewhere” from The Real Thing

• “What War Is” from The Whipping Man


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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Bloody Bloody Andrew Jackson Song List

Here’s a list of the musical numbers in Bloody Bloody Andrew Jackson, 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.


“Populism, Yea Yea” – Company

I’m Not That Guy” – Andrew Jackson

“Illness as a Metaphor” – Bandleader, Jackson, Rachel, Ensemble

“I’m So That Guy” – Jackson, Ensemble

“Ten Little Indians” – Soloist, Ensemble

“The Corrupt Bargain” – Ensemble

“Rock Star” – Soloist, Jackson, Ensemble

“The Great Compromise” – Rachel, Ensemble

Public Life” – Jackson, Ensemble

“Crisis Averted” – Ensemble

The Saddest Song” – Jackson, Ensemble

Second Nature” – Bandleader

“The Hunters of Kentucky” – Bandleader, Jackson, 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 ListHer background includes a BA in Theatre, a TESOL Drama certificate, and professional experience in Broadway and Off-Broadway theaters.

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