The Best Audition Songs for Escape to Margaritaville
When considering audition songs for Escape to Margaritaville, it’s fitting to choose a country song from musical theatre or non-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 Escape to Margaritaville features music from a wide range of eras, the audition songs below are from between the 1970s and 2000s. 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 Escape to Margaritaville.
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.
Audition Songs for Escape to Margaritavilla
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Rachel
“I Just Might” – 9 to 5
“Another Round” – Bright Star
“Strawberry Wine” – Deana Carter [1990s/non-theatre]
“Woman of the World” – Shucked
Tully
“Big Rumble” – Bruce Hornsby [1990s/non-theatre]
“Kokomo” – The Beach Boys [1980s/non-theatre]
“Last Time I Came to Memphis” – Violet
“Somebody Will” – Shucked
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Ensemble (Altos)
“Annie’s Party” – Fugitive Songs
“Rainbow” – Kelsea Ballerini [2010s/non-theatre]
“Wild One” – Faith Hill [1990s/non-theatre]
Ensemble (Baritones/Basses)
“Barefoot Blue Jean Night” – Jake Owen
“Knee Deep” – Zac Brown Band [2010s/non-theatre]
“Your Man” – Josh Turner [2010s/non-theatre]
Ensemble (Contras)
“Bennie and the Jets” – Elton John [1970s/non-theatre]
“I Am a Child” – Buffalo Springfield [1960s/non-theatre]
“Pontoon” – Little Big Town [2010s/non-theatre]
Ensemble (Mezzos/Sopranos)
“Change It” – 9 to 5
“Every Day of the Week is a Saturday” – Nunsense Jamboree
“I Could Go Back” – Fugitive Songs
Ensemble (Tenors)
“Beer in Mexico” – Kenny Chesney [2000s/non-theatre]
“Coastal” – Kenny Chensey [2000s/non-theatre]
“Two Pina Coladas” – Garth Brooks [1990s/non-theatre]
Step 4: Select a Monologue
If requested, here are a few audition monologues for Escape to Margaritaville:
• “Between Things” from Middletown
• “Cheater and a Drunk” from 4000 Miles
• “Crackling Balls” from Lewiston/Clarkston
• “Like Anywhere Else” from Almost, Maine
• “Northern Lights” from Almost, Maine
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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Escape to Margaritaville Song List
Here’s a list of the musical numbers in Escape to Margaritaville, 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.
Act 1:
“License to Chill” – Tully, Ensemble
“Fins” – Rachel, Chadd, Tammy, Tully, Brick, Ensemble
“It’s Five O’Clock Somewhere” – Tully, Brick, Jamal, J.D., Tammy
“It’s My Job” – Rachel
“Why Don’t We” – J.D., Marley, Ensemble
“Three Chords” – Tully, Rachel
“We Are the People Our Parents Warned Us About” – Brick, Tammy
“Son of a Son of a Sailor” – Tully, Rachel
“Medley” – Ensemble
“Margaritaville” – Tully, J.D., Brick, Jamal, Marley, Ensemble
Act 2:
“Volcano” – Jamal, Marley, J.D., Ensemble
“Grapefruit, Juicy Fruit” – Brick, Tully, J.D.
“He Went to Paris” – Tully, Brick, J.D.
“Cheeseburger in Paradise” – Brick, Tammy, Ensemble
“Tin Cup Chalice” – Tully, Ensemble
“It’s My Job (Reprise)” – Rachel
“Love and Luck” – Tully, Rachel, Ensemble
“Come Monday” – Tully, Rachel
“King of Somewhere Hot” – Tully
“A Coast of Marseilles” – Tully, Rachel
“A Pirate Looks at Forty” – Company
“One Particular Harbor” – 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 List. Her background includes a BA in Theatre, a TESOL Drama certificate, and professional experience in Broadway and Off-Broadway theaters.
