The Best Audition Songs for Catch Me If You Can – by Character
Do you have an upcoming audition for Catch Me If You Can? Well unless you have specifically been asked to sing a song from the show that you’re auditioning for, it’s generally best not to. That said, you should still show off similar vocals and personality. So here’s our list of audition songs for Catch Me If You Can, broken down by character.
Since Catch Me If You Can is a contemporary musical set in the 1960s, the following songs are from contemporary musicals as well. In addition, there are lots of jazzy, pop/rock, and 1960s vibes below in order to match the style of the show.
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Step 1: Read your audition details
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: Get to know the show
In casting calls, they often ask for you to be “familiar with the show”. And even if it’s not requested, it’s generally assumed. One way to do this is to listen to the Catch Me If You Can cast album➝ while reading through the synopsis.
Step 3: Pick an audition song
Next, based on your personality and vocal type, decide whether you’d like to audition for the ensemble or a specific character. Just keep in mind that if you audition for a specific character, you still might not be chosen for that particular role.
There’s usually a spot on the audition form asking if you are open to being in the ensemble or accepting a different role. I would suggest ticking that box and taking whatever you are offered. Every role is important, and you will earn valuable experience in a show.
And on that same note, even if you audition for the ensemble (rather than a specific character), there’s always a chance of being cast in a leading or supporting role!
To summarize, keep an open mind and try not to take the process too seriously. And when you’re ready, choose the song that you feel most comfortable with from the list below.
Brenda Strong
“Before It’s Over” – Dogfight
“Cute Boys With Short Haircuts” – Vanities
“Live Out Loud” – A Little Princess
“More to the Story” – Shrek
Carl Hanratty
“Be the Hero” – Big Fish
“Coffee Shop Nights” – Curtains
“I Cannot Hear the City” – Sweet Smell of Success
“One of the Great Ones” – A Bronx Tale
Frank Abagnale, Jr.
“I Love Betsy” – Honeymoon in Vegas
“It Takes Two” – Hairspray
“Thin Air” – Amélie
“Unstoppable” – Tootsie
Frank Abagnale, Sr.
“A Little Luck” – Honeymoon in Vegas
“Nicky Machiavelli” – A Bronx Tale
“Out of the Sun” – Honeymoon in Vegas
“When You Say Vegas” – Honeymoon in Vegas
Paula Abagnale
“All Falls Down” – Chaplin
“Friki-Friki” – Honeymoon in Vegas
“Listen to Your Heart” – Young Frankenstein
“What Was a Woman to Do?” – Dirty Rotten Scoundrels
Ensemble (Altos)
“Here I Am” – Dirty Rotten Scoundrels
“Never Fall in Love (With an Elf)” – Elf
“Never Get Married” – Honeymoon in Vegas
Ensemble (Baritones)
“Do Something” – Honeymoon in Vegas
“Forever Starts Tonight” – Honeymoon in Vegas
“I’d Order Love” – First Date
Ensemble (Basses)
“Come to an Agreement” – Honeymoon in Vegas
“Love Sneaks In” – Dirty Rotten Scoundrels
“Who’s the Man” – The Witches of Eastwick
Ensemble (Contras)
“Come Back” – Dogfight
“There’s a World” – Next to Normal
“There Was John” – Tootsie
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Ensemble (Mezzos/Sopranos)
“I’m Alive” – Tootsie
“Nothing Short of Wonderful” – Dogfight
“Where Did the Rock Go?” – School of Rock
Ensemble (Tenors)
“Ain’t It the Truth” – A Bronx Tale
“Good Kid” – The Lightning Thief
“Ladies’ Choice” – Hairspray
Step 4: Select a monologue
If requested, here are a few audition monologues for Catch Me If You Can:
• “Don’t Look at Me #1” in The Best Men’s Monologues from New Plays, 2019➝
• “Don’t Look at Me #2” in The Best Men’s Monologues from New Plays, 2019➝
• “Playing With Fired” in The Best Men’s Monologues from New Plays, 2019➝
• “Sky Lines #1” in Audition Arsenal for Women in Their 20s➝
• “What I’m Talking About➝” from 9 to 5 (Hart)
Final Step: Prepare for your audition
After collecting your materials and getting familiar with the show, it’s time to move forward with the actual preparation. If you’re in need of some guidance on this step, you can always go through this FREE audition prep checklist!
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Catch Me If You Can Song List
Here’s a list of the musical numbers in Catch Me If You Can, 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:
“Live in Living Color” – Frank Jr., Company
“The Pinstripes Are All That They See” – Frank Sr., Frank Jr., Ensemble
“Someone Else’s Skin” – Frank Jr., Ensemble
“Jet Set” – Ensemble
“Don’t Break the Rules” – Hanratty, Ensemble
“Butter Outta Cream” – Frank Jr., Frank Sr.
“The Man Inside the Clues” – Hanratty
“Christmas Is My Favorite Time of Year” – Hanratty, Frank Jr., Frank Sr., Paula
Act 2:
“Doctor’s Orders” – Ensemble
“Don’t Be a Stranger” – Paula, Frank Sr.
“Little Boy, Be a Man” – Frank Sr., Hanratty
“Seven Wonders” – Frank Jr., Brenda
“(Our) Family Tree” – Carol, Roger, Brenda, Frank Jr., Ensemble
“Fly, Fly Away” – Brenda
“Goodbye” – Frank Jr.
“Stuck Together (Strange But True)” – Frank Jr., Hanratty, Company
Which of these audition songs for Catch Me If You Can did you choose?
And what role are you auditioning for? We would love to hear all about it in the comments! And in the meantime, you can check out our database of best audition songs for other musicals.
Need extra help? Just go through this free audition prep checklist!
Author: Stacy Karyn
Stacy Karyn is the founder of Theatre Trip, author of The Thespian’s Bucket List, and creator of The Cast Album List. She holds a BA in theatre, a TESOL drama certificate, and has worked and interned with Broadway and Off-Broadway theaters.