Audition Songs for Murder for Two – By Vocal Type
When considering audition songs for Murder for Two, it’s fitting to choose a character-driven 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 Murder for Two premiered in 2011, 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 uptempo, 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 Murder for Two.
Step 3: Pick an Audition Song
Based on your personality and vocal type, choose the song that you feel most comfortable with from the list below.
The Audition Songs
Altos
“Die Vampire, Die!” – [title of show]
“I Am Playing Me” – [title of show]
“Special” – Avenue Q
“There’s a Fine, Fine Line” – Avenue Q
Baritones
“Don’t Be the Bunny” – Urinetown
“I Think I Like Her” – Summer of ’42
“Purpose” – Avenue Q
“Warts and All” – Honk!
Basses
“Havin’ a Hunch” – Seussical
“I Wanna Be a Producer” – The Producers
“Please Send Me Someone” – Young Frankenstein
“Love Sneaks In” – Dirty Rotten Scoundrels
Contras
“Deep Love” – Young Frankenstein
“He Vas My Boyfriend” – Young Frankenstein
“Just Around the Corner” – The Addams Family
“Let Things Go” – Ordinary Days
Psst… Here’s where you can find out your vocal type!
Mezzos/Sopranos
“It’s a Privilege to Pee” – Urinetown
“My Big French Boyfriend” – The Toxic Avenger
“Please Don’t Touch Me” – Young Frankenstein
“Where Is the Rainbow?” – Nunset Boulevard
Tenors
“Archer” – Now. Here. This.
“Caralee” – 35mm: A Musical Exhibition
“Run, Freedom, Run!” – Urinetown
“Together Again” – Young Frankenstein
Step 4: Select a Monologue
If requested, here are a few audition monologues for Murder for Two:
• “Actor!” in Audition Monologues for Young Men➝
• “I’ve Fallen Behind➝” from The Worker➝ (Man)
• “Sherlock Holmes” in The Best Men’s Monologues from New Plays, 2019➝
• “Some People Are Bizarre” in Magnificent Monologues for Teens➝
• “Where Is He?➝” from The Father Clock➝ (Flub)
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!
Murder for Two Song List
Here’s a list of the musical numbers in Murder for Two. 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 general research purposes.
“Prelude”
“Waiting in the Dark”
“Protocol Says”
“Dahlia Whitney”
“A Perfectly Lovely Surprise”
“Murray & Barb Flandon”
“It Was Her”
“Timmy, Yonkers, & Skid”
“A Lot Woise”
“Steph Whitney”
“He Needs a Partner”
“Barrette Lewis”
“So What If I Did?”
“A Friend Like You”
“Henry Vivaldi”
“Process of Elimination”
“Steppin’ Out of the Shadows”
“Finale”
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.
