Audition Songs for Ordinary Days – By Character
When considering audition songs for Ordinary Days, it’s fitting to choose an introspective 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 Ordinary Days premiered in 2008, the audition songs below are drawn from musicals between the 1990s 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 comedic, 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 about Ordinary Days.
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 which character you’d like to audition for. 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
Claire
“A Way Back to Then” – [title of show]
“Anywhere But Here” – Honeymoon in Vegas
“Fly Into the Future” – Vanities
“Julie’s Song” – The Theory of Relativity
“On and On and On” – We Aren’t Kids Anymore
“Spring Cleaning” – Fugitive Songs
Deb
“Even Though” – I Love You Because
“I’m Not” – Little by Little
“Just One Step” – Songs for a New World
“On the Edge” – We Aren’t Kids Anymore
“Watch What Happens” – Newsies
“What’s Gonna Happen” – Tootsie
Jason
“As Good As I Get” – Next Thing You Know
“I Like It Here” – The Story of My Life
“I’m a Beast (Reprise)” – Daddy Long Legs
“It Just Wasn’t Meant to Happen” – Calvin Berger
“People Carry On” – The Story of My Life
“Run Away With Me” – The Mad Ones
Warren
“1876” – The Story of My Life
“Footprint” – The Theory of Relativity
“Need to Know” – Weird Romance
“I Think I Like Her” – Summer of ’42
“I’m Allergic to Cats” – The Theory of Relativity
“The Butterfly” – The Story of My Life
Step 4: Select a Monologue
If requested, here are a few audition monologues for Ordinary Days:
• “A Girl’s Guide to Chaos” in Solo!: The Best Monologues of the 80s – Women➝
• “Bread and Circuses” in Audition Arsenal for Women in Their 20s➝
• “It’s Best” from Elsewhere
• “Personally Speaking” in Audition Arsenal for Men in Their 20s➝
• “Right Place, Right Time #2” in The Best Men’s Monologues from New Plays, 2019➝
• “Speechless” in Audition Arsenal for Men in Their 20s➝
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!
Ordinary Days Song List
Here’s a list of the musical numbers in Ordinary Days 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.
“One by One by One” – Warren, Ensemble
“Don’t Wanna be Here” – Deb
“The Space Between” – Jason
“Let Things Go” – Claire
“Dear Professor Thompson (Pt. 1)” – Deb
“Life Story” – Warren
“Dear Professor Thompson (Pt. 2)” – Deb
“I’m Trying” – Claire, Jason
“Saturday at the Met” – Company
“Favorite Places” – Jason
“Sort of Fairy Tale” – Warren, Deb
“Fine” – Jason, Claire
“Big Picture” – Warren, Deb
“Hundred Story City” – Jason, Company
“Party Interlude” – Claire
“Calm” – Deb
“Life Story (Reprise)” – Warren
“Gotta Get Out” – Claire
“Rooftop Duet” / “Falling” – Company
“I’ll Be Here” – Claire
“Beautiful” – Warren, Deb
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.
