The Best Audition Songs for Jersey Boys – By Character
When considering audition songs for Jersey Boys, it’s fitting to choose a rock & roll 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 Jersey Boys features music from the 1960s, the audition songs below are from between the 1950s and 1970s. Each one has been carefully hand-picked and reviewed to ensure it matches the show’s style.
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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 Jersey Boys.
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 type, decide whether to audition for the ensemble or a specific character. Whatever you choose, try to stay open to other casting possibilities.
When you’re ready, choose a song from below that best fits your voice and style.
Audition Songs for Jersey Boys
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Bob Gaudio
“Baby Now That I’ve Found You” – The Foundations [1960s/non-theatre]
“I Wish It Would Rain” – Ain’t Too Proud
“Rhythm of the Rain” – The Cascades [1960s/non-theatre]
Frankie Valli
“Just My Imagination” – Ain’t Too Proud
“Mooning” – Grease
“My Girl” – Ain’t Too Proud
Nick Massi
“It Doesn’t Matter Anymore” – Buddy – The Buddy Holly Story
“One Pair of Hands” – Glen Campbell [1970s/non-theatre]
“True Love Ways” – Buddy – The Buddy Holly Story
Tommy DeVito
“Build Me Up Buttercup” – The Foundations [1960s/non-theatre]
“Can’t You Hear My Heartbeat” – Herman’s Hermits [1960s/non-theatre]
“The Way You Do The Things You Do” – Ain’t Too Proud
Ensemble (Altos)
“A House Is Not a Home” – Promises, Promises
“Dancing in the Street” – Martha and the Vandellas [1960s/non-theatre]
“It Might as Well Rain Until September” – Beautiful: The Carole King Musical
Ensemble (Basses/Baritones)
“Baby Don’t Go” – The Cher Show
“Multiplication” – Bobby Darin [1960s/non-theatre]
“Nicky Machiavelli” – A Bronx Tale
Ensemble (Contras)
“Mama Said” – The Shirelles [1960s/non-theatre]
“You Can’t Hurry Love” – Ain’t Too Proud
“Will You Love Me Tomorrow” – Beautiful: The Carole King Musical
Ensemble (Mezzos/Sopranos)
“Freddy My Love” – Grease
“I’m Ready for Love” – Martha and the Vandellas [1960s/non-theatre]
“Knowing When to Leave” – Promises, Promises
Ensemble (Tenors)
“I Don’t Want To” – All Shook Up
“I’m Into Something Good” – Herman’s Hermits [1960s/non-theatre]
“It Takes Two” – Hairspray
Step 4: Select a Monologue
If requested, here are a few audition monologues for Jersey Boys:
• “Album” in Solo!: The Best Monologues of the 80s – Women➝
• “Green Pepper➝” from Cocktails at Pam’s (Estelle)
• “Harvey and I” from Harvey
• “Hear That Song?➝” from Ohio (Cat)
• “Johnny Talks Kids➝” from Frankie and Johnny… (Johnny)
Step 5: Audition Prep
Choosing the right song is just the beginning! Strong preparation helps you walk into the room with confidence and ready to show what you can do.
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Jersey Boys Song List
Here’s a list of the musical numbers in Jersey Boys, 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:
“Ces Soirees-La” – Ensemble
“Silhouettes” – Tommy DeVito, Nick Massi, Nick DeVito, Frankie Valli
“You’re the Apple of My Eye” – Tommy, Nick, Ensemble
“I Can’t Give You Anything But Love” – Frankie
“Earth Angel” – Tommy, Ensemble
“A Sunday Kind of Love” – Frankie, Tommy, Nick, Ensemble
“My Mother’s Eyes” – Frankie
“Short Shorts” – Ensemble
“I’m in the Mood for Love” – Frankie
“Cry for Me” – Bob, Frankie, Tommy, Nick
“Backup Sessions” – Ensemble
“Sherry” – Frankie, Bob, Nick, Tommy
“Big Girls Don’t Cry” – Frankie, Bob, Nick, Tommy
“Walk Like a Man” – Frankie, Bob, Nick, Tommy
“December, 1963 (Oh, What a Night)” – Bob, Company
“My Boyfriend’s Back” – Ensemble
“My Eyes Adored You” – Frankie, Mary, Bob, Nick, Tommy
“Dawn (Go Away)” – Frankie, Bob, Nick, Tommy
“Walk Like a Man (Reprise)” – Company
Act 2:
“Big Man in Town” – Bob, Frankie, Nick, Tommy
“Beggin'” – Frankie, Bob, Nick, Tommy
“Stay” – Bob, Frankie, Nick
“Let’s Hang On!” – Bob, Frankie
“Opus 17 (Don’t You Worry ‘Bout Me)” – Bob, Frankie, Ensemble
“Bye Bye Baby” – Frankie, Bob, Nick, Tommy
“C’mon Marianne” – Frankie, Bob, Nick, Tommy
“Can’t Take My Eyes Off of You” – Frankie
“Working My Way Back to You” – Frankie, Bob, Nick, Tommy
“Fallen Angel” – Frankie
“Rag Doll” – Frankie, Bob, Nick, Tommy
“Who Loves You” – Frankie, Bob, Nick, Tommy, Company
“December, 1963 (Reprise)” – Frankie, Bob, Nick, Tommy, 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.
