Audition Songs for Sister Act – By Character
Last Updated: January, 2026
When considering audition songs for Sister Act, it’s fitting to choose a disco, gospel, pop, or R&B 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 Sister Act premiered in 2006, 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 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 Sister Act.
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.
The Audition Songs
Deloris Van Cartier
“Are You a Believer?” – Ghost
“I Didn’t Plan It” – Waitress
“It’s a Sign” – If/Then
“It’s a Woman’s World” – The Full Monty
Eddie Souther
“I’ll Be Here” – The Wild Party
“Nicky Machiavelli” – A Bronx Tale
“One of the Great Ones” – A Bronx Tale
“Vows” – Freaky Friday
Mother Superior
“Days of Plenty” – Little Women
“Love and Love Alone” – The Visit
“Only One” – Elegies: A Song Cycle
“There’s Only One Way to End Your Prayers” – Nunsense II
Shank / Curtis Jackson
“Don’t Take Much” – The Life
“Patriotic” – Rocky
“That’s What He Said” – Parade
“Who’s the Man” – The Witches of Eastwick
Sister Mary Patrick
“I Am Playing Me” – [title of show]
“Look Ma, I Made It” – Nunsense II
“Morning Person” – Shrek
“The Lady’s Improving” – The Prom
Sister Mary Robert
“A Change in Me” – Beauty and the Beast
“Live Out Loud” – A Little Princess
“The Fire Within Me” – Little Women
“Times Are Hard for Dreamers” – Amélie
Ensemble (Altos)
“Hell No!” – The Color Purple
“I Am Here to Stay” – Nunsense II
“I’ve Got Pizazz” – Nunsense II
Ensemble (Baritones)
“A Little Luck” – Honeymoon in Vegas
“Do Something” – Honeymoon in Vegas
“The Flip Side” – Rocky
Ensemble (Basses)
“Heaven Help Me” – Footloose
“Poor Child” – The Wild Party
“We Look to You” – The Prom
Ensemble (Contras)
“Big Love” – Memphis
“Don’t Wish Too Hard” – The Boy From Oz
“Gone, Gone, Gone” – Tootsie
Ensemble (Mezzos/Sopranos)
“Brand New You” – 13
“Push Da Button” – The Color Purple
“You Can’t Get to Heaven” – The Life
Ensemble (Tenors)
“Charity” – Daddy Long Legs
“Say a Prayer” – Memphis
“Unstoppable” – Tootsie
Step 4: Select a Monologue
If requested, here are a few audition monologues for Sister Act:
• “Agnes of God” in Solo!: The Best Monologues of the 80s – Women➝
• “All Kidding Aside” in Solo!: The Best Monologues of the 80s – Women➝
• “As Is” in Solo!: The Best Monologues of the 80s – Women➝
• “I Took the Long Way➝” from Footloose (Shaw)
• “Once a Catholic” in Solo!: The Best Monologues of the 80s – Women➝
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!
Sister Act Song List
Here’s a list of the musical numbers in Sister Act, 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:
“Take Me to Heaven” – Deloris, Ensemble
“Fabulous, Baby!” – Deloris, Ensemble
“Here Within These Walls” – Mother Superior, Ensemble
“It’s Good to Be a Nun” – Deloris, Mary Patrick, Mary Robert, Mary Lazarus, Ensemble
“When I Find My Baby” – Shank/Curtis, Ensemble
“Do the Sacred Mass” – Deloris, Mary Patrick, Mary Lazarus, Mary Robert, Ensemble
“I Could Be That Guy” – Eddie
“Raise Your Voice” – Deloris, Mary Patrick, Mary Robert, Mary Lazarus, Ensemble
“Take Me to Heaven (Reprise)” – Deloris, Mary Patrick, Mary Robert, Mary Lazarus, Ensemble
Act 2:
“Sunday Morning Fever” – Deloris, Mother Superior, Patrick, Robert, Lazarus, Ensemble
“Lady in the Long Black Dress” – Ensemble
“I Haven’t Got a Prayer” – Mother Superior
“Bless Our Show” – Deloris, Mary Patrick, Mary Robert, Mary Lazarus, Ensemble
“The Life I Never Led” – Mary Robert
“Fabulous, Baby! (Reprise)” – Deloris, Ensemble
“Sister Act” – Deloris
“When I Find My Baby (Reprise)” – Shank/Curtis
“The Life I Never Led (Reprise)” – Mary Robert
“Sister Act (Reprise)” – Deloris, Mother Superior, Patrick, Robert, Lazarus, Ensemble
“Spread the Love Around” – Company
“Raise Your Voice (Finale)” – Company
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.
