The Best 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 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 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
Before choosing a song, find your voice type and range using the Vocal Guide.
When you’re ready, choose a song from below that best fits your voice and style.
Audition Songs for Murder for Two
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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
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:
• “Between Things” from Middletown
• “Certain Perils” from A Fine Monster You Are
• “On Tiptoe” from Ken Ludwig’s Baskerville
• “The Formula” from Black Coffee
• “Wrong Side of Life” from Square One
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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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! This is more intended to be used for character 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”
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.
