The Best Audition Songs for La Cage aux Folles – By Character
When considering audition songs for La Cage aux Folles, it’s fitting to choose a theatrical song from late 20th century 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 La Cage aux Folles premiered in 1983, the audition songs below are drawn from musicals between the 1970s and 1990s. Each one has been carefully hand-picked and reviewed to ensure it matches the show’s style.
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 comedic, 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 La Cage aux Folles.
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 La Cage aux Folles
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Albin
“Dressing Them Up” – Kiss of the Spider Woman
“Hundreds of Girls” – Mack & Mabel
“I’ll Be Here Tomorrow” – The Grand Tour
“Once Before I Go” – The Boy From Oz
Georges
“Class” – Nick & Nora
“Grand Parade” – Grand Hotel
“Only With You” – Nine
“Something Was Missing” – Annie
Jean-Michel
“I Do Not Know a Day I Did Not Love You” – Two by Two
“I Promise You a Happy Ending” – Mack & Mabel
“Second Chance” – Steel Pier
“You’re a Lovable Lunatic” – Seesaw
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Ensemble (Altos)
“My Big Mistake” – The Will Rogers Follies
“The Earth and Other Minor Things” – Gigi
“Time Heals Everything” – Mack & Mabel
Ensemble (Baritones)
“Marianne” – The Grand Tour
“She Is Not Thinking of Me” – Gigi
“She’s a Woman” – Kiss of the Spider Woman
Ensemble (Basses)
“Don’t Go” – Cabaret
“I Waltz Alone” – Grand Hotel
“I’m Glad I’m Not Young Anymore” – Gigi
Ensemble (Contras)
“Bonjour Amour” – Grand Hotel
“Poor Everybody Else” – Seesaw
“What You Need” – Grand Hotel
Ensemble (Mezzos/Sopranos)
“A Call From the Vatican” – Nine
“Colored Lights” – The Rink
“I Belong Here” –The Grand Tour
Ensemble (Tenors)
“At the Grand Hotel” – Grand Hotel
“Day After That” – Kiss of the Spider Woman
“I Won’t Send Roses” – Mack & Mabel
Step 4: Select a Monologue
If requested, here are a few audition monologues for La Cage aux Folles:
• “Choices” from The New Sincerity
• “On Stage” from A Life in the Theatre
• “Standing Somewhere” from The Real Thing
• “Voracity of Love” from The Real Thing
• “Wrong Side of Life” from Square One
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La Cage aux Folles Song List
Here’s a list of the musical numbers in La Cage aux Folles 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! This 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 I:
“We Are What We Are” – Ensemble
“A Little More Mascara” – Albin, Ensemble
“With Anne on My Arm” – Jean-Michel
“With You on My Arm” – Georges, Albin
“Song on the Sand” – Georges
“La Cage aux Folles” – Albin, Ensemble
“I Am What I Am” – Albin
Act II:
“Song on the Sand (Reprise)” – Georges, Albin
“Masculinity” – Georges, Albin, Ensemble
“Look Over There” – Georges
“Cocktail Counterpoint” – Georges, Jean-Michel, Edouard, Marie, Anne, Jacob
“The Best of Times” – Albin, Jacqueline, Company
“Look Over There (Reprise)” – Jean-Michel
“Finale” – 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.
