Audition Songs by Musical

Audition Songs for Camelot – By Character

When considering audition songs for Camelot, it’s fitting to choose a legit or character-driven song from classic 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 Camelot premiered in 1960, the audition songs below are drawn from musicals between the 1940s 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 (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 Camelot.


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.


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Guenevere

I Love You” – Song of Norway

Magic Moment” – The Gay Life

Somebody, Somewhere” – The Most Happy Fella

Something You Never Had Before” – The Gay Life


King Arthur

I’ve Grown Accustomed to Her Face” – My Fair Lady

Once Upon a Time” – All American

Some Enchanted Evening” – South Pacific

Why Can’t the English?” – My Fair Lady


Lancelot

Her Face” – Carnival!

I’ve Come to Wive It Wealthily in Padua” – Kiss Me, Kate

The Big Black Giant” – Me and Juliet

Were Thine That Special Face” – Kiss Me, Kate


Mordred

A Wonderful Day Like Today” – The Roar of the Greasepaint – The Smell of the Crowd

If I Ruled the World” – Pickwick

I’m an Ordinary Man” – My Fair Lady

The Bloom is Off the Rose” – The Gay Life


Nimue

Come Home” – Allegro

My Ship” – Lady in the Dark

There’s Music in You” – Cinderella

You’ll Never Walk Alone” – Carousel


Ensemble (Altos)

Hello, Young Lovers” – The King and I

Shall I Tell You What I Think of You?” – The King and I

Why Go Anywhere At All?” – The Gay Life


Ensemble (Baritones)

There But For You Go I” – Brigadoon

Very Soft Shoes” – Once Upon a Mattress

Where Is the Life That Late I Led?” – Kiss Me, Kate


Ensemble (Basses)

On the Street Where You Live” – My Fair Lady

This Nearly Was Mine” – South Pacific

Welcome Home” – Fanny


Ensemble (Contras)

I Don’t Want to Know” – Dear World

Kiss Her Now” – Dear World

The Love of My Life” – Brigadoon


Ensemble (Mezzo-Sopranos)

How Are Things in Glocca Morra?” – Finian’s Rainbow

Shall We Dance?” – The King and I

Something Wonderful” – The King and I


Ensemble (Sopranos)

I Am Loved” – Out of This World

No Other Love” – Me and Juliet

The Princess of Pure Delight” – Lady in the Dark


Ensemble (Tenors)

Make Our Garden Grow” – Candide

Many Moons Ago” – Once Upon a Mattress

Younger Than Springtime” – South Pacific


Step 4: Select a Monologue

If requested, here are a few audition monologues for Camelot:

• “Aguinaldo: Mark Twain in Purgatory” in Audition Arsenal for Men in Their 20s➝

• “Fifty-Two From Sixty-Four➝” from The Forced Marriage

• “My Opinion” from Paul Pry➝  (Oldbutton)

• “Still Want to Kiss Me?➝” from King Arthur’s Socks➝

• “What!➝” from Don Juan➝


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!

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Camelot Song List

Here’s a list of the musical numbers in Camelot, 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:

I Wonder What the King Is Doing Tonight” – Arthur

The Simple Joys of Maidenhood” – Guenevere

Camelot” – Arthur

Follow Me” – Nimue

C’est Moi” – Lancelot

The Lusty Month of May” – Guenevere, Ensemble

“Then You May Take Me to the Fair” – Guenevere, Ensemble

How To Handle a Woman” – Arthur

Before I Gaze at You Again” – Guenevere


Act 2:

If Ever I Would Leave You” – Lancelot

The Seven Deadly Virtues” – Mordred

“What Do the Simple Folk Do?” – Arthur, Guenevere

“Fie on Goodness” – Ensemble

I Loved You Once in Silence” – Guenevere

“Guenevere” – Ensemble

“Camelot (Reprise)” – Arthur


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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