Audition Songs for High School Musical – By Character
Last Updated: January, 2026
When considering audition songs for High School Musical 1 or 2, it’s fitting to choose a youthful 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 High School Musical premiered in 2007, 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 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 High School Musical.
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
Chad Danforth
“All Hail the Brain” – 13
“Enjoy the Trip” – Bring It On
“I’m Alive” – Next to Normal
“Lay Low” – Lysistrata Jones
Gabriella Montez
“One Perfect Moment” – Bring It On
“Portrait of a Girl” – Bare
“True Love” – Frozen
“Where Am I Now?” – Lysistrata Jones
Ms. Darbus
“Here at Horace Green” – School of Rock
“Pathetic” – Matilda
“The Lady’s Improving” – The Prom
“Where Did the Rock Go?” – School of Rock
Ryan Evans
“Here I Come” – 13
“Get Me What I Need” – 13
“Top of the World” – Tuck Everlasting
“Women and Sandwiches” – Freaky Friday
Sharpay Evans
“Cooties” – Hairspray
“Killer Instinct” – Bring It On
“Opportunity” – 13
“What You Got” – Freaky Friday
Taylor Mckessie
“Brand New You” – 13
“Parents Lie” – Freaky Friday
“Stupid With Love” – Mean Girls
“What It Means to Be a Friend” – 13
Troy Bolton
“Good Kid” – The Lightning Thief
“Proud of Your Boy” – Aladdin
“Seventeen” – Tuck Everlasting
“When She Smiles” – Lysistrata Jones
Ensemble (Altos)
“Change the World” – Lysistrata Jones
“Lost in the Brass” – Band Geeks
“Sing Your Own Song” – Dear Edwina
Ensemble (Baritones/Basses)
“A Little More Homework” – 13
“And You Don’t Even Know It” – Everybody’s Talking About Jamie
“Being a Geek” – 13
Ensemble (Contras)
“Dangerous to Dream” – Frozen
“It Means Beautiful” – Everybody’s Talking About Jamie
“Just Breathe” – The Prom
Ensemble (Mezzos/Sopranos)
“I See Stars” – Mean Girls
“Safer” – First Date
“The Lamest Place in the World” – 13
Ensemble (Tenors)
“Run Away With Me” – The Mad Ones
“The Squip Song” – Be More Chill
“The Wall in My Head” – Everybody’s Talking About Jamie
Step 4: Select a Monologue
If requested, here are a few audition monologues for High School Musical:
• “Rooms” in Fantasy Monologues for Young Actors➝
• “Seven, Eight, Nine” in Kids’ Comedic Monologues That Are Actually Funny➝
• “The Drama Department” in The Best Men’s Monologues from New Plays, 2019➝
• “Three-Word Play” in 48 Monologues for Kids➝
• “Trolling 101” in The Best Men’s Monologues from New Plays, 2019➝
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!
High School Musical Song List
Here’s a list of the musical numbers in High School Musical, 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:
“Wildcat Cheer” – Ensemble
“Start of Something New” – Troy, Gabriella, Chad, Taylor, Sharpay, Ryan, Zeke, Ensemble
“Get’cha Head in the Game” – Troy, Ensemble
“Get’cha Head in the Game (Reprise)” – Troy, Ensemble
“Auditions” – Ensemble
“What I’ve Been Looking For” – Ryan, Sharpay
“What I’ve Been Looking For (Reprise)” – Troy, Gabriella
“Cellular Fusion” – Taylor, Chad, Martha, Zeke, Kelsi, Sharpay, Ryan, Ensemble
“Stick to the Status Quo” – Zeke, Troy, Martha, Gabriella, Sharpay, Ryan, Ensemble
Act 2:
“I Can’t Take My Eyes Off of You” – Troy, Gabriella
“Wildcat Cheer (Reprise)” – Ensemble
“Counting on You” – Chad, Taylor, Zeke, Martha, Ensemble
“When There Was Me and You” – Gabriella, Troy, Ensemble
“Start of Something New (Reprise)” – Troy, Gabriella
“We’re All in This Together” – Chad, Taylor, Zeke, Kelsi, Martha, Ensemble
“Bop to the Top” – Sharpay, Ryan
“Breaking Free” – Troy, Gabriella, Ensemble
“We’re All in This Together (Reprise)” – Troy, Gabriella, Ryan, Sharpay, Ensemble
Want more songs? Check out these DIY Rep Books for EVERY vocal type!
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.
