Audition Songs by Musical

Audition Songs for Legally Blonde – By Character

When considering audition songs for Legally Blonde, it’s fitting to choose a pop/rock 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 Legally Blonde 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 Legally Blonde.


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.



Brooke Wyndham

Brand New You” – 13

Choose Me, Oprah!” – The Toxic Avenger

Fabulous, Baby!” – Sister Act

What You Got” – Freaky Friday


Elle Woods

Fly, Fly Away” – Catch Me If You Can

Nothing Short of Wonderful” – Dogfight

Right in Front of Your Eyes” – The Wedding Singer

Someday” – The Wedding Singer


Emmett Forrest

As Good As I Get” – Next Thing You Know

Isn’t That Enough?” – Honeymoon in Vegas

You Don’t Need to Love Me” – If/Then

You Will Never Know” – Theory of Relativity


Paulette

I Dreamed a Dance” – Next to Normal

My Most Beautiful Day” – Tuck Everlasting

Sylvia’s Lullaby” – Finding Neverland

The Burden of Life” – A Man of No Importance


Professor Callahan

Drift Away” – Grey Gardens

I Miss the Music” – Curtains

The Bottom Line” – Newsies

What’s Up, Duloc?” – Shrek


Vivienne Kensington

Better” – Little Women

Daddy’s Girl” – Grey Gardens

It’s a Woman’s World” – The Full Monty

The History of Wrong Guys” – Kinky Boots


Warner Huntington III

Goodbye” – I Love You Because

Goodbye” – Catch Me If You Can

Moving Too Fast” – The Last Five Years

Whatever” – It Shoulda Been You


Ensemble (Altos)

Anywhere But Here” – Honeymoon in Vegas

No More Fear” – Freaky Friday

What You Got” – Freaky Friday


Ensemble (Baritones)

If I Didn’t Believe in You” – The Last Five Years

Michael’s Reprise” – Tootsie

Vows” – Freaky Friday


Ensemble (Basses)

Everything About You” – Groundhog Day

Mrs. Remington” – The Story of My Life

What Would You Do?” – If/Then


Ensemble (Contras)

Let Things Go” – Ordinary Days

Step One” – Kinky Boots

There Was John” – Tootsie


Ensemble (Mezzos/Sopranos)

Anywhere But Here” – Pretty Woman

Don’t Say Another Word” – Next Thing You Know

I See Stars” – Mean Girls


Ensemble (Tenors)

And I Breathe” – Next Thing You Know

Enjoy the Trip” – Bring It On

You Never Know” – If/Then


Step 4: Select a Monologue

If requested, here are a few audition monologues for Legally Blonde:

• “At the Table” in The Best Men’s Monologues from New Plays, 2019➝

• “Bread and Circuses” in Audition Arsenal for Women in Their 20s➝

• “Bridge Partners” in Audition Arsenal for Women in Their 20s➝

• “Right Place, Right Time #2” in The Best Men’s Monologues from New Plays, 2019➝

• “The Fashion Police” in Magnificent Monologues for Teens➝


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!

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Legally Blonde Song List

Here’s a list of the musical numbers in Legally Blonde, 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:

“Omigod You Guys” – Margot, Serena, Pilar, Elle, Ensemble

“Serious” – Warner, Elle

“What You Want” – Elle, Serena, Margot, Pilar, Ensemble

“The Harvard Variations” – Emmett, Aaron, Enid, Sundeep, Ensemble

“Blood in the Water” – Callahan, Ensemble

“Positive” – Elle, Serena, Margot, Pilar, Ensemble

Ireland” – Paulette

“Ireland (Reprise)” – Paulette

“Serious (Reprise)” – Elle, Warner

“Chip On My Shoulder” – Elle, Emmett, Ensemble

So Much Better” – Elle, Warner, Ensemble


Act 2:

“Whipped Into Shape” – Brooke, Callahan, Ensemble

“Delta Nu Nu Nu” – Brooke, Elle

“Take It Like a Man” – Emmett, Elle, Ensemble

“Bend and Snap” – Elle, Paulette, Serena, Margot, Pilar, Ensemble

“There! Right There!” – Elle, Callahan, Emmett, Brooke, Vivienne, Warner, Ensemble

“Legally Blonde” – Elle, Emmett

“Legally Blonde (Remix)” – Vivienne, Elle, Margot, Serena, Pilar, Brooke, Ensemble

“Find My Way” / “Finale” – Elle, Paulette, Emmett, Ensemble


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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 ListHer background includes a BA in Theatre, a TESOL Drama certificate, and professional experience in Broadway and Off-Broadway theaters.

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