Audition Songs for Pippin – By Character
Last Updated: January, 2026
When considering audition songs for Pippin, it’s fitting to choose a song from late 20th century 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 Pippin premiered in 1972, the audition songs below are drawn from musicals between the 1970s and 1990s. 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 Pippin.
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.
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The Audition Songs
Berthe
“I’m Still Here” – Follies
“Rookie in the Ring” – My Favorite Year
“Say Yes” – 70, Girls, 70
“We Can Make It” – The Rink
Catherine
“Disneyland” – Smile
“Nothing Really Happened” – Is There Life After High School?
“Take That Look Off Your Face” – Tell Me on a Sunday
“What I Did for Love” – A Chorus Line
Charlemagne (Charles)
“In My Own Lifetime” – The Rothschilds
“Never the Luck” – The Mystery of Edwin Drood
“The Colors of My Life” – Barnum
“The Hardest Part of Love” – Children of Eden
Fastrada
“A Call From the Vatican” – Nine
“Bring on the Men” – Jekyll & Hyde
“Nobody Does It Like Me” – Seesaw
“Strong Woman Number” – I’m Getting My Act Together & Taking It on the Road
Leading Player
“By My Side” – Godspell
“He’s the Wizard” – The Wiz
“Save the People” – Godspell
“The Feeling That We Have” – The Wiz
“You Can’t Win” – The Wiz
Lewis
“All Good Gifts” – Godspell
“Proud Lady” – The Baker’s Wife
“Starlight Express” – Starlight Express
“The Only Home I Know” – Shenandoah
Pippin
“A World Without You” – Children of Eden
“Beautiful City” – Godspell
“Dreamer in Disguise” – Carrie
“Lost in the Wilderness” – Children of Eden
“On the Willows” – Godspell
Ensemble (Altos)
“Day by Day” – Godspell
“Make Up My Heart” – Starlight Express
“The Spark of Creation” – Children of Eden
Ensemble (Baritones)
“Just One Person” – Snoopy!!!
“The Kid Inside” – Is There Life After High School?
“The Mason” – Working
Ensemble (Basses)
“Fallin’” – They’re Playing Our Song
“Pilate’s Dream” – Jesus Christ Superstar
“Slide Some Oil To Me” – The Wiz
Ensemble (Contras)
“Believe in Yourself” – The Wiz
“I Still Believe in Love” – They’re Playing Our Song
“Nobody Tells Me How” – Working
Ensemble (Mezzo-Sopranos)
“Another Suitcase in Another Hall” – Evita
“Let’s Play a Love Scene” – Fame
“The Night It Had to End” – Romance/Romance
Ensemble (Sopranos)
“Bless The Lord” – Godspell
“Love Makes Such Fools of Us All” – Barnum
“No One Cared Like You” – Nunsense II
Ensemble (Tenors)
“Endless Night” – The Lion King
“Fabulous Feet” – The Tap Dance Kid
“I Want to Make Magic” – Fame
Step 4: Select a Monologue
If requested, here are a few audition monologues for Pippin:
• “Actor!” in Audition Monologues for Young Men➝
• “Green Pepper➝” from Cocktails at Pam’s (Estelle)
• “Maybe I’m Wrong” from The Genius➝ (Boy)
• “Well, We Were Doing This➝” from A Chorus Line (Paul)
• “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!
Pippin Song List
Here’s a list of the musical numbers in Pippin, 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:
“Magic to Do” – Leading Player, Fastrada, Berthe, Lewis, Charles, Ensemble
“Corner of the Sky” – Pippin
“War Is a Science” – Charles, Pippin, Ensemble
“Glory” – Leading Player, Ensemble
“Simple Joys” – Leading Player
“No Time at All” – Berthe, Ensemble
“With You” – Pippin
“Spread a Little Sunshine” – Fastrada
Act 2:
“Morning Glow” – Pippin, Ensemble
“On the Right Track” – Leading Player, Pippin
“There He Was” – Catherine
“Kind of Woman” – Catherine, Ensemble
“Extraordinary” – Pippin
“Love Song” – Pippin, Catherine
“I Guess I’ll Miss the Man” – Catherine
“Finale” – Leading Player, Fastrada, Pippin, 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.
