The Best Audition Songs for Polkadots: The Cool Kids Musical
When considering audition songs for Polkadots: The Cool Kids Musical, it’s fitting to choose a family-friendly song from contemporary musical repertoire that aligns with the show’s tone and suits your vocal type. Always refer to the audition notice for specific guidelines.
Because Polkadots premiered in 2016, 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.
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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 Polkadots.
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 Polkadots
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Lily Polkadot
“I See Stars” – Mean Girls
“Invisible” – Beetlejuice
“Opportunity” – Annie [2014 film]
“Sparkle and Shine” – Nativity!
“What It Means to Be a Friend” – 13
Mrs. Square/Mama Square
“I Am Playing Me” – [title of show]
“I’m Alive” – Tootsie
“Say No Thank You” – Dear Edwina
“Sing Your Own Song” – Dear Edwina
“The Lady’s Improving” – The Prom
Penelope Square
“Brand New You” – 13
“Hey, It’s Me” – Freckleface Strawberry
“Opportunity” – 13
“Six Hours as a Princess” – Children’s Letters to God
“Time to Play” – School of Rock
Sky Square
“A Little More Homework” – 13
“Danny & Andrew” – We Aren’t Kids Anymore
“Edwina” – Dear Edwina
“Here I Come” – 13
“Seventeen” – Tuck Everlasting
Step 4: Select a Monologue
If requested, here are a few audition monologues for Polkadots: The Cool Kids Musical:
• “Hi God” from The Winter Guard Play
• “It Isn’t Easy” in 48 Monologues for Kids➝
• “Seven, Eight, Nine” in Kids’ Comedic Monologues That Are Actually Funny➝
• “Skipping Kindergarten” in Kids’ Comedic Monologues That Are Actually Funny➝
• “Wanted: A Superhero Sister” in Kids’ Comedic Monologues That Are Actually Funny➝
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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Polkadots: The Cool Kids Musical Song List
Here’s a list of the musical numbers in Polkadots: The Cool Kids Musical, 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.
“First Day” – Company
“Sticks and Stones” – Lily
“Sticks and Stones (Reprise)” – Lily
“One Pal” – Lily
“Square Motto” – Ensemble
“Beautiful” – Sky
“The First” – Mrs. Square, Lily
“One Pal (Reprise)” – Lily
“Cool Kid” – Penelope
“The Squadot” – Penelope, Ensemble
“New Day” – 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.
