The Best Audition Songs for Nunsense A-Men! – By Character
When considering audition songs for Nunsense A-Men!, it’s fitting to choose a comedic 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 Nunsense A-Men! premiered in 1998, the audition songs below are drawn from musicals between the 1980s and 2010s. 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 Nunsense A-Men!
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 which character you’d like to audition for. 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 Nunsense A-Men!
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Sister Mary Amnesia
“Electricity” – Billy Elliot
“Santa Ain’t Comin’ to Our House” – Nuncrackers
“The Delta Queen” – Nunsense Jamboree
“The Phone Call” – Lucky Stiff
Sister Mary Hubert
“I Miss the Music” – Curtains
“I Wanna Be a Producer” – The Producers
“Need to Know” – Weird Romance
“Stop” – Mean Girls
Sister Mary Regina
“Barry Is Going to Prom” – The Prom
“I’d Order Love” – First Date
“That Face” – The Producers
“Together Again” – Young Frankenstein
Sister Mary Leo
“Beautiful” – Polkadots: The Cool Kids Musical
“Fabulous Feet” – The Tap Dance Kid
“Larger Than Life” – My Favorite Year
“Now I’ve Seen You” – Honk!
Sister Robert Anne
“Archer” – Now. Here. This.
“Edwina” – Dear Edwina
“I’m Allergic to Cats” – The Theory of Relativity
“Last One Picked” – Whoop-Dee-Doo!
Step 4: Select a Monologue
If requested, here are a few audition monologues for Nunsense A-Men!:
• “Baking Shows” from Christmas Sprinkles
• “Final Straw” from Perfect Wedding
• “Head Usher” from Death Suite
• “Meaning of a Flower” from Everything So Far
• “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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Nunsense A-Men! Song List
Here’s a list of the musical numbers in Nunsense A-Men!, 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.
Act 1:
“Nunsense Is Habit-Forming” – Company
“A Difficult Transition” – Company
“Benedicite” – Sister Mary Leo
“The Biggest Ain’t the Best” – Sister Hubert, Sister Mary Leo
“Playing Second Fiddle” – Sister Robert Anne
“So You Want To Be a Nun” – Sister Mary Amnesia
“Turn Up the Spotlight” – Sister Mary Regina
“Lilacs Bring Back Memories” – Regina, Hubert, Leo, Amnesia
“Tackle That Temptation” – Company
Act 2:
“Growing Up Catholic” – Sister Robert Anne, Hubert, Leo, Amnesia
“We’ve Got To Clean Out the Freezer” – Company
“Just a Coupl’a Sisters” – Regina, Hubert
“I Just Want To Be a Star” – Sister Robert Anne
“The Drive In” – Robert Anne, Amnesia, Leo
“I Could’ve Gone to Nashville” – Sister Mary Amnesia
“Holier Than Thou” – Sister Mary Hubert, Company
“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.
