Audition Songs for Head Over Heels – By Character
Last Updated: January, 2026
When considering audition songs for Head Over Heels, 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 Head Over Heels features songs from the 1980s, 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 pop/rock hit from the 80s/90s, 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 Head Over Heels.
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.
The Audition Songs
Basilius
“Alas for You” – Godspell
“I Want to Break Free” – Queen [1980s/non-theatre]
“Start Me Up” – The Rolling Stones [1980s/non-theatre]
“Waiting for a Girl Like You” – Foreigner [1980s/non-theatre]
Gynecia
“Greatest Love of All” – Whitney Houston [1980s/non-theatre]
“One Moment in Time” – The Bodyguard
“One Night With You” – All Shook Up
“Saving All My Love for You” – The Bodyguard
Mopsa
“Eternal Flame” – The Bangles [1980s/non-theatre]
“I Can’t Go Back” – Pretty Woman
“Shadows of the Night” – Pat Benatar [1980s/non-theatre]
“The Way of Love” – The Cher Show
Philoclea
“If The World Should End” – Spider-Man: Turn Off the Dark
“Love Will Lead You Back” – Taylor Dayne [1980s/non-theatre]
“Superboy and the Invisible Girl” – Next to Normal
“Why Not Me?” – Carrie
Musidorus
“All Out of Love” – Air Supply [1980s/non-theatre]
“Dreamer in Disguise” – Carrie
“Lost in Love” – Air Supply [1980s/non-theatre]
“Something About Her” – Pretty Woman
Pamela
“A Note From Linda” – The Wedding Singer
“Heart of Glass” – Blondie [1970s/non-theatre]
“Listen to Your Heart” – Roxette [1980s/non-theatre]
“What About Love?” – Heart [1980s/non-theatre]
Pythio
“Lovesong” – The Cure [1980s/non-theatre]
“Ramades’ Letter” – Aida
“We’re Not Gonna Take It” – The Who’s Tommy
“Wicked Little Town” – Hedwig and the Angry Inch
Ensemble (Altos)
“Hot for Teacher” – Van Halen [1980s/non-theatre]
“Kiss Me Deadly” – Lita Ford [1980s/non-theatre]
“Ring, Ring” – ABBA [1970s/non-theatre]
Ensemble (Basses/Baritones)
“Midnight Radio” – Hedwig and the Angry Inch
“Rebel Yell” – Billy Idol [1980s/non-theatre]
“That Joke Isn’t Funny Anymore” – The Smiths [1980s/non-theatre]
Ensemble (Contras)
“Angelo” – Brotherhood of Man [1970s/non-theatre]
“Nobody’s Side” – Chess
“The Search Is Over” – Survivor [1980s/non-theatre]
Ensemble (Mezzos/Sopranos)
“Love Is a Battlefield” – Pat Benatar [1980s/non-theatre]
“Separate Ways” – Journey [1980s/non-theatre]
“Smash the Mirror” – The Who’s Tommy
Ensemble (Tenors)
“Making Love Out of Nothing At All” – Air Supply [1980s/non-theatre]
“Pity the Child” – Chess
“Two Less Lonely People in the World” – Air Supply [1980s/non-theatre]
Step 4: Select a Monologue
If requested, here are a few audition monologues for Head Over Heels:
• “A Girl’s Guide to Chaos” in Solo!: The Best Monologues of the 80s – Women➝
• “Hear That Song?➝” from Ohio (Cat)
• “Ismene” in The Best Men’s Monologues from New Plays, 2019➝
• “Moon Man Walk” in The Best Men’s Monologues from New Plays, 2019➝
• “Wormhole➝” from Ohio (Zach)
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!
Head Over Heels Song List
Here’s a list of the musical numbers in Head Over Heels, 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.
Act 1:
“We Got the Beat” – Company
“Beautiful” – Pamela, Ensemble
“Vision of Nowness” – Pythio, Ensemble
“Get Up and Go” – Basilius, Company
“Mad About You” – Musidorus, Ensemble
“Good Girl” – Philoclea, Mopsa, Pamela
“Automatic Rainy Day” – Pamela, Mopsa
“Vacation” – Mopsa, Ensemble
“How Much More” – Pamela
“Our Lips Are Sealed” – Musidorus, Philoclea, Pamela, Mopsa, Pythio, Ensemble
Act 2:
“Head Over Heels” – Musidorus, Philoclea, Mopsa, Pamela, Company
“This Old Feeling – Gynecia, Basilius
“Turn to You” – Mopsa, Pamela, Ensemble
“Heaven Is a Place on Earth” – Pythio, Gynecia, Basilius, Ensemble
“Here You Are – Philoclea, Company
“Finale” – Company
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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.
