Audition Songs by Musical

The Best Audition Songs for Dear Edwina – By Vocal Type

When considering audition songs for Dear Edwina, it’s fitting to choose a family-friendly 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 Dear Edwina premiered in 2006, 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 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 Dear Edwina.


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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Edwina Spoonapple

Hey, It’s Me” – Freckleface Strawberry

One Pal” – Polkadots: The Cool Kids Musical

Six Hours as a Princess” – Children’s Letters to God

What It Means to Be a Friend” – 13


Ensemble (Altos)

I Speak Six Languages” – The 25th Annual Putnam County Spelling Bee

Stupid With Love” – Mean Girls

What’s Wrong With Me?” – Mean Girls


Ensemble (Baritones)

Alone in the Universe” – Seussical

Danny & Andrew” – We Aren’t Kids Anymore

Warts and All” – Honk!


Ensemble (Basses)

Havin’ a Hunch” – Seussical

Reindeers Are Better Than People” – Frozen

Thank You Very Much” – Scrooge!


Ensemble (Contras)

I’m Not That Girl” – Wicked

Just Breathe” – The Prom

Just Like That” – A Christmas Story


Ensemble (Mezzo-Sopranos)

I See Stars” – Mean Girls

My Grand Plan” – The Lightning Thief

The Lamest Place in the World” – 13


Ensemble (Sopranos)

Brand New You” – 13

Cooties” – Hairspray

What Only Love Can See” – Chaplin


Ensemble (Tenors)

A Bit Misunderstood” – The Three Little Pigs

Beautiful” – Polkadots: The Cool Kids Musical

Here I Come” – 13


Ensemble (Trebles)

A Letter From Charlie Bucket” – Charlie and the Chocolate Factory

Silly Old Hat” – Children’s Letters to God

Sticks & Stones” – Polkadots: The Cool Kids Musical

Time to Play” – School of Rock


Step 4: Select a Monologue

If requested, here are a few audition monologues for Dear Edwina:

• “Baking Shows” from Christmas Sprinkles

• “Coat Hanger Sculpture” from You’re a Good Man, Charlie Brown

• “Cute Name” from A Candy Kane Christmas

• “Loose Tooth” from Junie B. Jones: Toothless Wonder

• “Some Mom” from How to Eat Like a Child


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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Dear Edwina Song List

Here’s a list of the musical numbers in Dear Edwina. Unless you have been asked to, do not choose from the below songs for your audition! This is more intended to be used for 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:

“Paw Paw Michigan”

Up on the Fridge

“Dear Edwina”

“Here Comes a Letter”

“Hephaestus”

Say No Thank You

Abigail

“Frankenguest”

“Carrie”

“Fork, Knife, Spoon”


Act 2:

Periwinkle

“Hola, Lola”

“Seamus”

“R.S.V.P.”

Ziggy

“Put It in the Piggy”

Edwina

Sing Your Own Song

“Up on the Fridge (Reprise)”


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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