Audition Songs for Grease – By Character
Last Updated: January, 2026
When considering audition songs for Grease, 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 Grease is set in the 1950s, the audition songs below have a similar style and feel to that era. 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 upbeat, 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 Grease.
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
Betty Rizzo
“Don’t Make Me Over” – Dionne Warwick [1960s/non-theatre]
“Let Yourself Go” – All Shook Up
“One Hundred Easy Ways” – Wonderful Town
“There’s Always Me” – All Shook Up
Danny Zuko
“How Can I Say Goodbye?” – Zombie Prom
“I Don’t Want To” – All Shook Up
“It Takes Two” – Hairspray
“Serve Yourself” – Pump Boys and Dinettes
Doody
“Baby Don’t Go” – The Cher Show
“Can’t You Hear My Heartbeat” – Herman’s Hermits [1960s/non-theatre]
“Heartbeat” – Buddy – The Buddy Holly Story
“It Hurts Me” – All Shook Up
Frenchy
“Funny” – My Favorite Year
“It’s a Perfect Relationship” – Bells are Ringing
“Judy’s Turn to Cry” – Lesley Gore [1960s/non-theatre]
“Where the Boys Are” – Connie Francis [1960s/non-theatre]
Kenickie
“Honestly Sincere” – Bye Bye Birdie
“Jailhouse Rock” – All Shook Up
“Lucille” – Jerry Lee Lewis [1950s/non-theatre]
“Music of My Soul” – Memphis
Marty
“Be Anything” – Connie Francis [1950s/non-theatre]
“Downtown” – Petula Clark [1960s/non-theatre]
“I Say a Little Prayer” – Promises, Promises
“Screw Loose” – Cry-Baby
Roger “Rump”
“Baby Now That I’ve Found You” – The Foundations [1960s/non-theatre]
“Earth Angel” – The Penguins [1950s/non-theatre]
“Grow for Me” – Little Shop of Horrors
“It Doesn’t Matter Anymore” – Buddy – The Buddy Holly Story
Sandra “Sandy” Dombrowski
“Disneyland” – Smile
“Fools Fall in Love” – All Shook Up
“One Night With You” – All Shook Up
“Out Here On My Own” – Fame
Teen Angel
“Can’t Take My Eyes Off of You” – Jersey Boys
“Cry for Me” – Jersey Boys
“Fallen Angel” – Jersey Boys
“True Love Ways” – Buddy – The Buddy Holly Story
Ensemble (Altos)
“Easy to Say” – Zombie Prom
“I Only Want to Be With You” – Dusty Springfield [1960s/non-theatre]
“Sincerely” – The McGuire Sisters [1950s/non-theatre]
Ensemble (Baritones)
“Little Sister” – Elvis Presley [1950s/non-theatre]
“Magic Moments” – Perry Como [1950s/non-theatre]
“Rhythm of the Rain” – The Cascades [1960s/non-theatre]
Ensemble (Basses)
“Forget Him” – Bobby Rydell [1960s/non-theatre]
“Don’t Be Cruel” – All Shook Up
“One Last Kiss” – Bye Bye Birdie
Ensemble (Contras)
“Mama Said” – The Shirelles [1960s/non-theatre]
“Sunshine, Lollipops and Rainbows” – Lesley Gore [1960s/non-theatre]
“Whoever You Are, I Love You” – Promises, Promises
Ensemble (Mezzos/Sopranos)
“Ain’t Nothin’ But a Kiss” – Memphis
“Cooties” – Hairspray
“I’m Ready for Love” – Martha and the Vandellas [1960s/non-theatre]
Ensemble (Tenors)
“I’m a Man” – Bo Diddley [1950s/non-theatre]
“Ladies’ Choice” – Hairspray
“Memphis Lives in Me” – Memphis
Step 4: Select a Monologue
If requested, here are a few audition monologues for Grease:
• “Album” in Solo!: The Best Monologues of the 80s – Women➝
• “Harvey and I➝” from Harvey➝ (Elwood)
• “Maybe I’m Wrong” from The Genius➝ (Boy)
• “The Pact” in 48 Monologues for Kids➝
• “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!
Grease Song List
Here’s a list of the musical numbers in Grease, 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:
“Grease” – Company
“Summer Nights” – Sandy, Danny, T-Birds, Pink Ladies, Ensemble
“Those Magic Changes” – Doody, T-Birds, Ensemble
“Freddy, My Love” – Marty, Pink Ladies
“Greased Lightnin’” – Kenickie, Danny, T-Birds, Ensemble
“Rydell Fight Song” – Sandy, Patty
“Mooning” – Roger, Jan
“Look at Me, I’m Sandra Dee” – Rizzo, Pink Ladies
“We Go Together” – Ensemble
Act 2:
“Shakin’ at the High School Hop” – Ensemble
“It’s Raining on Prom Night” – Sandy, Jan
“Born to Hand Jive” – Vince Fontaine, Ensemble
“Hopelessly Devoted to You” – Sandy
“Beauty School Dropout” – Teen Angel, Ensemble
“Alone at the Drive-In Movie” – Danny, Ensemble
“Sandy” – Danny
“Rock ‘N’ Roll Party Queen” – Doody, Roger
“There Are Worse Things I Could Do” – Rizzo
“Look at Me, I’m Sandra Dee (Reprise)” – Sandy
“You’re the One That I Want” – Danny, Sandy, Ensemble
“We Go Together (Reprise)” – 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.
