The Best Audition Songs for Finding Nemo JR. – By Character
When considering audition songs for Finding Nemo JR., it’s fitting to choose a family-friendly song from Disney or 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 Finding Nemo JR. premiered in the 2000s, the audition songs below are drawn from musicals between the 2000s and 2020s. 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 Finding Nemo.
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 Finding Nemo JR.
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Dory
* Try the “transpose” feature on Musicnotes to find a key that’s best for your vocal type!
“I Love Play Rehearsal” – Be More Chill
“Lost in the Brass” – Band Geeks
“Notice Me, Horton” – Seussical
“Right Hand Man” – Something Rotten!
Marlin
* Try the “transpose” feature on Musicnotes to find a key that’s best for your vocal type!
“Be the Hero” – Big Fish
“Dancing Through Life” – Wicked
“Lost in the Woods” – Frozen 2 (2010s film)
“The Pants Song” – Be More Chill
Nemo
* Try the “transpose” feature on Musicnotes to find a key that’s best for your vocal type!
“Home Again” – Captain Louie
“It’s Possible” – Seussical
“Middle of a Moment” – James and the Giant Peach
“On Your Way Home” – James and the Giant Peach
Ensemble
Note: There are lots of very important ensemble roles in Finding Nemo JR./Finding Nemo Kids. Choose the song that feels most comfortable for you to sing, and use the “transpose” feature on Musicnotes to find a key that’s best for your vocal type!
“Cool Kid” – Polkadots: The Cool Kids Musical
“Everlasting” – Tuck Everlasting
“How Far I’ll Go” – Moana
“Know Who You Are” – Moana
“Lava” – Lava (2010s short film)
“One Pal” – Polkadots: The Cool Kids Musical
“Parents Lie” – Freaky Friday
“Sticks & Stones” – Polkadots: The Cool Kids Musical
“Time to Play” – School of Rock
“When I Am Older” – Frozen 2 (2010s film)
Step 4: Select a Monologue
If requested, here are a few audition monologues for Finding Nemo JR.:
• “Just a Frog” from Hyronomous, A. Frog
• “Peepol” from Everything So Far
• “Something Fishy” from The Thirty-Three Little Pigs
• “Straight Ahead” from Turnabout Night at the Zoo
• “The Great Squid” from The Muckle Man
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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Finding Nemo JR. Song List
Here’s a list of the musical numbers in Finding Nemo JR./Kids 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.
“Big Blue World (Part 1)” – Marlin, Nemo
“Big Blue World (Part 2)” – Nemo, Marlin, Ensemble
“Abduction” / “Big Blue World (Reprise)” – Nemo, Marlin
“Dory’s Ditty” – Dory
“Fish Are Friends Not Food” – Ensemble
“Where’s My Dad” – Nemo
“We Swim Together” – Nemo, Ensemble
“Just Keep Swimming (Part 1)” – Dory, Marlin, Ensemble
“Just Keep Swimming (Part 2)” – Marlin, Dory, Ensemble
“Not My Dad” – Nemo
“Go With The Flow” – Dory, Marlin, Ensemble
“One Dedicated Father” – Ensemble
“That’s My Dad” – Nemo
“We Swim Together (Reprise)” – Nemo, Ensemble
“Just Keep Swimming Together” – Nemo, Marlin, Dory, Ensemble
“Finale Part 1” – Nemo, Marlin
“Finale Part 2” – Nemo, Marlin, Dory, Ensemble
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.
