Audition Songs for Calvin Berger – By Character
Last Updated: January, 2026
When considering audition songs for Calvin Berger, it’s fitting to choose a youthful 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 Calvin Berger premiered in 2006, the audition songs below are drawn from musicals between the 2000s and 2020s. 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 uptempo, 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 Calvin Berger.
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 which character you’d like to audition for. 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
Bret
“Alyssa Greene” – The Prom
“One Perfect Moment” – Bring It On
“Sing Your Own Song” – Dear Edwina
“Stupid With Love” – Mean Girls
“What It Means to Be a Friend” – 13
Calvin
“A Little More Homework” – 13
“Being a Geek” – 13
“I Think I Like Her” – Summer of ’42
“Loser Geek Whatever” – Be More Chill
“Michael in the Bathroom” – Be More Chill
Matt
“Caralee” – 35mm: A Musical Exhibition
“Good Kid” – The Lightning Thief
“The Squip Song” – Be More Chill
“When She Smiles” – Lysistrata Jones
“Women and Sandwiches” – Freaky Friday
Rosanna
“I See Stars” – Mean Girls
“Losing Track of Time” – Summer of ’42
“Promise Me This” – Theory of Relativity
“Remember This” – The Mad Ones
“The Secret of Happiness” – Daddy Long Legs
Step 4: Select a Monologue
If requested, here are a few audition monologues for Calvin Berger:
• “It Isn’t Easy” in 48 Monologues for Kids➝
• “Rooms” in Fantasy Monologues for Young Actors➝
• “Speechless” in Audition Arsenal for Men in Their 20s➝
• “The Pact” in 48 Monologues for Kids➝
• “Trolling 101” in The Best Men’s Monologues from New Plays, 2019➝
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!
Calvin Berger Song List
Here’s a list of the musical numbers in Calvin Berger, 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:
“Security Meltdown” – Calvin, Bret, Rosanna, Matt
“I Can See Him Now” – Rosanna, Matt
“Don’tcha Think?” – Calvin, Bret
“It Just Wasn’t Meant to Happen” – Calvin
“We’re The Man!” – Matt, Calvin
“Never Know” – Calvin, Matt
“Saturday Alone” – Bret
“More Than Meets the Eye” – Calvin, Rosanna
“Act One Finale”
Act 2:
“Mr. Potato Head” – Calvin
“Graduation Day” – Matt
“Saturday Alone (Reprise)” – Bret
“The Fight” – Matt, Calvin, Rosanna, Bret
“How Can I Compete With That?” – Bret, Calvin, Rosanna, Matt
“We’re The Man (Reprise)” – Matt, Calvin
“Perfect for You” – Bret
“Calm, Cool, and Collected” – Rosanna, Bret
“Finale” – 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.
