Audition Songs for Forever Plaid – By Character
Last Updated: January, 2026
When considering audition songs for Forever Plaid, it’s fitting to choose a pop/rock 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 Forever Plaid features songs from the 1950s, the audition songs below are from around that era as well. 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 Forever Plaid.
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 which character you’d like to audition for. 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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The Audition Songs
Francis
“Beauty School Dropout” – Grease
“I Don’t Want To” – All Shook Up
“It Hurts Me” – All Shook Up
“Rhythm of the Rain” – The Cascades [1960s/non-theatre]
Jinx
“Alone at the Drive-In Movie” – Grease
“How Can I Say Goodbye?” – Zombie Prom
“Mooning” – Grease
“Those Magic Changes” – Grease
Smudge
“Aren’t You Glad You’re You” – Perry Como [1940s/non-theatre]
“Don’t Be Cruel” – All Shook Up
“Earth Angel” – The Penguins [1950s/non-theatre]
“True Love Ways” – Buddy – The Buddy Holly Story
Sparky
“Honestly Sincere” – Bye Bye Birdie
“Gilly Gilly Ossenfeffer” – The Four Lads [1950s/non-theatre]
“I’m a Man” – Bo Diddley [1950s/non-theatre]
“Magic Moments” – Perry Como [1950s/non-theatre]
Step 4: Select a Monologue
If requested, here are a few audition monologues for Forever Plaid:
• “Green Pepper➝” from Cocktails at Pam’s (Estelle)
• “Harvey and I➝” from Harvey➝ (Elwood)
• “Hear That Song?➝” from Ohio (Cat)
• “Johnny Talks Kids➝” from Frankie and Johnny… (Johnny)
• “Well Done, Junior Disaster Committee!➝” from Cry-Baby (Baldwin)
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!
Forever Plaid Song List
Here’s a list of the musical numbers in Forever Plaid. 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 research purposes.
Act 1:
“Deus Ex Plaid”
“Three Coins in the Fountain”
“Gotta Be This or That” / “Undecided”
“Moments to Remember”
“Crazy ‘Bout Ya’ Baby”
“No, Not Much”
“Perfidia”
“Cry”
“Sixteen Tons” / “Chain Gang”
“The Plaids’ Catering Medley”
“A Tribute to Perry Como”
Act 2:
“Caribbean Plaid Medley”
“Heart and Soul”
“Lady of Spain”
“Scotland the Brave”
“Shangri-La” / “Rags to Riches”
“Love is a Many-Splendored Thing”
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.
