Audition Songs for Little Shop of Horrors – By Character
When considering audition songs for Little Shop of Horrors, it’s fitting to choose a character-driven song from 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 Little Shop of Horrors premiered in 1982, the audition songs below are drawn from musicals between the 1970s and 2010s. 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 Little Shop of Horrors.
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
Audrey
“Fly, Fly Away” – Catch Me If You Can
“Frank Mills” – Hair
“I Can Hear the Bells” – Hairspray
“There’s a Fine, Fine Line” – Avenue Q
Audrey II
“Big, Blonde and Beautiful” – Hairspray
“Eating Myself Up Alive” – A New Brain
“I’m a Mean Ol’ Lion” – The Wiz
“Patriotic” – Rocky
Chiffon, Crystal, and Ronnette
“Downtown” – Petula Clark [1960s/non-theatre]
“I’m Ready for Love” – Martha and the Vandellas [1960s/non-theatre]
“Mama Said” – The Shirelles [1960s/non-theatre]
“You Can’t Hurry Love” – Ain’t Too Proud/The Supremes
Mr. Mushnik
“Don’t Be the Bunny” – Urinetown
“Masculinity” – La Cage aux Folles
“Nicky Machiavelli” – A Bronx Tale
“One of the Great Ones” – A Bronx Tale
Orin Scrivello
“Don’t Be Cruel” – All Shook Up
“Evil Is Hot” – The Toxic Avenger
“Planet Schmanet Janet” – The Rocky Horror Show
“The Genius on Cleveland Street” – A Christmas Story
Seymour Krelborn
“It Takes Two” – Hairspray
“Purpose” – Avenue Q
“Run, Freedom, Run!” – Urinetown
“Thank God She’s Blind” – The Toxic Avenger
Ensemble (Altos)
“Good Morning Baltimore” – Hairspray
“Screw Loose” – Cry-Baby
“Wait a Bit” – Just So
Ensemble (Baritones)
“Don’t Break the Rules” – Catch Me If You Can
“Look Over There” – La Cage aux Folles
“The Kid Inside” – Is There Life After High School?
Ensemble (Basses)
“I Want to Go Home” – Big
“Slide Some Oil To Me” – The Wiz
“Song on the Sand” – La Cage aux Folles
Ensemble (Contras)
“All I Need Is an Angel” – Grease Live!
“Good Morning Starshine” – Hair
“Live in Living Color” – Catch Me If You Can
Ensemble (Mezzos/Sopranos)
“Choose Me, Oprah!” – The Toxic Avenger
“Cooties” – Hairspray
“My Big French Boyfriend” – The Toxic Avenger
Ensemble (Tenors)
“How Can I Say Goodbye?” – Zombie Prom
“The Moon and Me” – The Addams Family
“You Tore My Heart Out” – The Toxic Avenger
Step 4: Select a Monologue
If requested, here are a few audition monologues for Little Shop of Horrors:
• “Green Pepper➝” from Cocktails at Pam’s (Estelle)
• “Harvey and I➝” from Harvey➝ (Elwood)
• “Hear That Song?➝” from Ohio (Cat)
• “Some People Are Bizarre” in Magnificent Monologues for Teens➝
• “Well Done, Junior Disaster Committee!➝” from Cry-Baby (Baldwin)
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!
Little Shop of Horrors Song List
Here’s a list of the musical numbers in Little Shop of Horrors, 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:
“Prologue” / “Little Shop of Horrors” – Chiffon, Crystal, Ronette
“Skid Row (Downtown)” – Chiffon, Crystal, Ronette, Mushnik, Audrey, Seymour, Ensemble
“Da-Doo” – Chiffon, Crystal, Ronette
“Grow for Me” – Seymour
“Ya Never Know” – Mushnik, Chiffon, Crystal, Ronette, Seymour
“Somewhere That’s Green” – Audrey
“Closed for Renovation” – Seymour, Audrey, Mushnik
“Dentist!” – Orin, Chiffon, Crystal, Ronette
“Mushnik & Son” – Mushnik, Seymour
“Sudden Changes” – Seymour
“Feed Me (Git It!)” – Audrey II, Seymour
“Now (It’s Just the Gas)” – Orin, Seymour
“Act 1 Finale” – Chiffon, Crystal, Ronette, Audrey II
Act 2:
“Call Back in the Morning” – Seymour, Audrey
“Suddenly Seymour” – Seymour, Audrey, Chiffon, Crystal, Ronette
“Suppertime” – Audrey II, Chiffon, Crystal, Ronette
“The Meek Shall Inherit” – Seymour, Chiffon, Crystal, Ronette, Ensemble
“Sominex” / “Suppertime (Reprise)” – Audrey, Audrey II
“Finale (Don’t Feed the Plants)” – Company
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.
