The Best Audition Songs for Singin’ in the Rain – By Character
When considering audition songs for Singin’ in the Rain, it’s fitting to choose a lighthearted song from classic 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 Singin’ in the Rain is a 1983 musical based on a 1952 film, the audition songs below are from between the 1930s and 1950s. 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 Singin’ in the Rain.
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 Singin’ in the Rain
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Cosmo Brown
“Brush Up Your Shakespeare” – Kiss Me, Kate
“Shipoopi” – The Music Man
“Sit Down, You’re Rockin’ the Boat” – Guys and Dolls
“Very Soft Shoes” – Once Upon a Mattress
Don Lockwood
“Old Devil Moon” – Finian’s Rainbow
“That’s For Me” – State Fair
“You’ve Got to Be Carefully Taught” – South Pacific
“Younger Than Springtime” – South Pacific
Kathy Selden
“A Little Bit in Love” – Wonderful Town
“This Is All Very New to Me” – Plain and Fancy
“Till There Was You” – The Music Man
“Wonderful, Wonderful Day” – Seven Brides for Seven Brothers
Lina Lamont
“Adelaide’s Lament” – Guys and Dolls
“Diamonds Are a Girl’s Best Friend” – Gentlemen Prefer Blondes
“One Hundred Easy Ways” – Wonderful Town
Ensemble (Altos)
“It’s a Perfect Relationship” – Bells are Ringing
“Make It Another Old Fashioned, Please” – Panama Hattie
“We Deserve Each Other” – Me and Juliet
Ensemble (Baritones)
“Lucky to Be Me” – On the Town
“Shall I Take My Heart” – Goldilocks
“Wooden Wedding” – One Touch of Venus
Ensemble (Basses)
“Just In Time” – Bells Are Ringing
“Put on a Happy Face” – Bye Bye Birdie
“Once in Love with Amy” – Where’s Charley?
Ensemble (Contras)
“If You Hadn’t But You Did” – Two on the Aisle
“I’ve Still Got My Health” – Panama Hattie
“Why Can’t You Behave?” – Kiss Me, Kate
Ensemble (Mezzo-Sopranos)
“I’ll Show Him” – Plain and Fancy
“Let’s Start the New Year Right” – Holiday Inn
“That’s Him” – One Touch of Venus
Ensemble (Sopranos)
“Goodnight My Someone” – The Music Man
“If I Were a Bell” – Guys and Dolls
“So in Love” – Kiss Me, Kate
Ensemble (Tenors)
“All I Need Is the Girl” – Gypsy
“Dames” – 42nd Street
“There Is Nothin’ Like a Dame” – South Pacific
Step 4: Select a Monologue
If requested, here are a few audition monologues for Singin’ in the Rain:
• “Banana Split” from Wonderful Town
• “In a Minute” from The Anniversary
• “Some Crazy Poem” from Mack & Mabel
• “Twelve Floperoos” from Dames at Sea
• “Where Is He?➝” from The Father Clock➝
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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Singin’ in the Rain Song List
Here’s a list of the musical numbers in Singin’ in the Rain, 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.
* 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
“Fit as a Fiddle” – Don, Cosmo
“You Stepped Out of a Dream” – Don, Ensemble
“All I Do is Dream of You” – Kathy, Ensemble
“Make ‘Em Laugh” – Cosmo
“Beautiful Girl” – Don
“You Are My Lucky Star” – Kathy
“You Were Meant For Me” – Don, Kathy
“Moses Supposes” – Don, Cosmo
Act 2:
“Good Morning” – Don, Kathy, Cosmo
“Singin’ in the Rain” – Don
“Would You?” – Kathy
“What’s Wrong With Me?” – Lina
“You Are My Lucky Star (Reprise)” – Don, Kathy
“Singin’ in the Rain (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.
