The Best Audition Songs for Priscilla, Queen of the Desert
When considering audition songs for Priscilla, Queen of the Desert, it’s fitting to choose a pop or disco song from musical theatre or non-theatre repertoire that aligns with the show’s tone and suits your vocal type. Always refer to the audition notice for specific guidelines.
Because Priscilla, Queen of the Desert features 1960s-1990s music, the audition songs below are all from those same eras. 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 Priscilla, Queen of the Desert.
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 whether to audition for the ensemble or a specific character. 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 Priscilla, Queen of the Desert
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Adam / Felicia
“Making Love Out of Nothing At All” – Air Supply [1980s/non-theatre]
“Without You” – Disaster!
“We Gotta Get Out of this Place” – Beautiful: The Carole King Musical
Benji
“I’ll Be There” – The Jackson 5 [1970s/non-theatre]
“Never Can Say Goodbye” – The Jackson 5 [1970s/non-theatre]
“When I Get My Name in Lights” – The Boy From Oz
Bernadette
“Forever” – Kenny Loggins [1980s/non-theatre]
“Here I Am” – Air Supply [1980s/non-theatre]
“Wig in a Box” – Hedwig and the Angry Inch
Bob
“Look Over There” – La Cage aux Folles
“Song on the Sand” – La Cage aux Folles
“Wonderful Tonight” – Eric Clapton [1970s/non-theatre]
Miss Understanding
“Don’t Wish Too Hard” – The Boy From Oz
“Knowing Me, Knowing You” – Mamma Mia!
“Mamma Mia” – Mamma Mia!
Mitzi / Tick
“I Am What I Am” – La Cage aux Folles
“I Still Call Australia Home” – The Boy From Oz
“Once Before I Go” – The Boy From Oz
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Ensemble (Altos)
“All Through the Night” – Cyndi Lauper [1980s/non-theatre]
“Last Dance” – Summer: The Donna Summer Musical
“The Way of Love” – The Cher Show
Ensemble (Baritones)
“Midnight Radio” – Hedwig and the Angry Inch
“Mona Lisas and Mad Hatters” – Elton John [1970s/non-theatre]
“The Origin of Love” – Hedwig and the Angry Inch
Ensemble (Basses)
“Nikita” – Elton John [1980s/non-theatre]
“Wicked Little Town” – Hedwig and the Angry Inch
“Your Song” – Elton John [1970s/non-theatre]
Ensemble (Contras)
“Fernando” – ABBA [1970s/non-theatre]
“Solitaire” – Laura Branigan [1980s/non-theatre]
“The Winner Takes It All” – Mamma Mia!
Ensemble (Mezzos/Sopranos)
“Bad Girls” – Donna Summer [1970s/non-theatre]
“I’m Every Woman” – Chaka Khan [1970s/non-theatre]
“She Works Hard for the Money” – Donna Summer [1970s/non-theatre]
Ensemble (Tenors)
“Lost in Love” – Air Supply [1980s/non-theatre]
“The Stranger” – Movin’ Out
“We All Fall in Love Sometimes” – Elton John [1970s/non-theatre]
Step 4: Select a Monologue
If requested, here are a few audition monologues for Priscilla, Queen of the Desert:
• “Choices” from The New Sincerity
• “Doing It For Me” from A Chorus Line
• “Garage Recitals” from A Chorus Line
• “My Life in Vinyl” from High Fidelity
• “Standing Somewhere” from The Real Thing
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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Priscilla, Queen of the Desert Song List
Here’s a list of the musical numbers in Priscilla, Queen of the Desert, 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:
“It’s Raining Men” – Tick, Ensemble
“What’s Love Got to Do with It” – Miss Understanding, Ensemble
“Don’t Leave Me This Way” – Bernadette, Tick, Company
“Material Girl” – Felicia, Ensemble
“Go West” – Bernadette, Tick, Adam, Company
“I Say a Little Prayer” – Tick, Ensemble
“I Love the Nightlife” – Shirley, Bernadette, Mitzi, Felicia, Company
“True Colors” – Bernadette, Mitzi, Felicia
“Color My World” – Adam, Tick, Bernadette, Company
“I Will Survive” – Bernadette, Felicia, Mitzi, Jimmy, Company
Act 2:
“A Fine Romance” – Young Bernadette, Ensemble
“Shake Your Groove Thing” – Mitzi, Bernadette, Felicia, Ensemble
“Pop Muzik” – Cynthia, Company
“A Fine Romance (Reprise)” – Bob
“Girls Just Wanna Have Fun” – Adam, Ensemble
“Hot Stuff” – Felicia, Bernadette, Ensemble
“MacArthur Park” – Bernadette, Tick, Ensemble
“Always on My Mind” / “I Say a Little Prayer” – Tick, Benji
“Like a Prayer” – Felicia, Company
“We Belong” – Felicia, Mitzi, Bernadette, 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.
