Audition Songs for Ghost – By Character
Last Updated: January, 2026
When considering audition songs for Ghost, it’s fitting to choose a pop/rock song from contemporary 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 Ghost premiered in 2011, the audition songs below are drawn from musicals between the 2000s and 2020s. 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 contemporary, 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 about Ghost.
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 whether you’d prefer to audition for the ensemble or a specific character. 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
Carl Bruner
“Keep on Standing” – Rocky
“I Am Back” – American Psycho
“My Manhattan” – Daddy Long Legs
“This Is Not An Exit” – American Psycho
Molly Jensen
“A Girl Before” – American Psycho
“Manhattan Bridge” – Next Thing You Know
“See I’m Smiling” – The Last Five Years
“You Learn to Live Without” – If/Then
Oda Mae Brown
“Fabulous, Baby!” – Sister Act
“I Didn’t Plan It” – Waitress
“It’s a Sign” – If/Then
“It’s a Woman’s World” – The Full Monty
Sam Wheat
“As Good As I Get” – Next Thing You Know
“Come Back” – Dogfight
“Thin Air” – Amélie
“What Would You Do?” – If/Then
“You Don’t Need to Love Me” – If/Then
Ensemble (Altos)
“Before It’s Over” – Dogfight
“So Big / So Small” – Dear Evan Hansen
“This Is My Life” – Pretty Woman
Ensemble (Baritones)
“A Light in the Dark” – Next to Normal
“Favorite Places” – Ordinary Days
“Michael’s Reprise” – Tootsie
Ensemble (Basses)
“Adrian” – Rocky
“Everything About You” – Groundhog Day
“We Look to You” – The Prom
Ensemble (Contras)
“Portrait of a Girl” – Bare
“There Was John” – Tootsie
“Turn Off the Dark” – Spider-Man: Turn Off the Dark
Ensemble (Mezzo-Sopranos)
“I Can’t Go Back” – Pretty Woman
“Remember Me” – Little Fish
“So Anyway” – Next to Normal
Ensemble (Sopranos)
“Tuesdays, Thursdays” – Far From Heaven
“Uninvited” – Jagged Little Pill
“What Only Love Can See” – Chaplin
Ensemble (Tenors)
“He’s Not Here” – Next to Normal
“Run Away With Me” – The Mad Ones
“You Never Know” – If/Then
Step 4: Select a Monologue
If requested, here are a few audition monologues for Ghost:
• “Bread and Circuses” in Audition Arsenal for Women in Their 20s➝
• “Fun House Mirror” in Audition Arsenal for Women in Their 20s➝
• “I Can’t Trust Anything➝” from Watson Intelligence (Eliza)
• “Rooms” in Fantasy Monologues for Young Actors➝
• “Spirit” in Fantasy Monologues for Young Actors➝
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!
Ghost Song List
Here’s a list of the musical numbers in Ghost, 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:
“Here Right Now” – Molly, Sam
“Unchained Melody” – Sam
“More” – Carl, Sam, Ensemble
“Three Little Words” – Molly, Sam
“Sam’s Murder” – Sam, Molly, Willie
“I Can’t Breathe” – Sam
“Are You a Believer?” – Oda Mae, Ensemble
“With You” – Molly
“Suspend My Disbelief” / “I Had a Life” – Molly, Carl, Sam, Ensemble
Act 2:
“Rain” / “Hold On” – Molly, Sam, Ensemble
“Unchained Melody (Reprise)” – Molly, Sam
“Life Turns On a Dime” – Carl, Molly, Sam
“Focus” – Subway Ghost
“Talkin’ ‘Bout a Miracle” – Hospital Ghost, Oda Mae, Ensemble
“Nothing Stops Another Day” – Molly
“I’m Outta Here” – Oda Mae, Ensemble
“Unchained Melody (Dance)” / “The Love Inside” – Sam, Molly
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.
