The Best Audition Songs for Six – By Character
When considering audition songs for Six, it’s fitting to choose a contemporary pop song from non-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 Six premiered in 2017, the audition songs below are from 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 about Six.
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 Six
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Anna of Cleves
“5 in the Morning” – Charli XCX
“After the Afterparty” – Charli XCX
“Don’t Be So Hard on Yourself” – Jess Glynne
“Fly” – Nicki Minaj
Anne Boleyn
“Foundations” – Kate Nash
“The Fear” – Lily Alle
“We Are Warriors” – Avril Lavigne
“What the Hell” – Avril Lavigne
Catherine of Aragon
“A Woman Like Me” – Beyoncé
“Empire” – Shakira
“It’s My Party” – Jessie J
“Pretty Hurts” – Beyoncé
Catherine Parr
“Blue Lights” – Jorja Smith
“Brand New Me” – Alicia Keys
“Good Job” – Alicia Keys
“The One” – Jorja Smith
Jane Seymour
“Breathing Underwater” – Emeli Sandé
“Courage to Change” – Sia
“Helium” – Sia
“Read All About It” – Emeli Sandé
Katherine Howard
“Dangerous Woman” – Ariana Grande
“Perfume” – Britney Spears
“Piano” – Ariana Grande
“shut up” – Ariana Grande
Step 4: Select a Monologue
If requested, here are a few audition monologues for Six:
• “Harmless Poison” from Princess Maleine
• “How Can You Say That?➝” from Wild Honey
• “I Can’t Trust Anything➝” from Watson Intelligence
• “Ladylike” from Quality Street
• “The Ideal Man” from A Woman of No Importance
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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Six Song List
Here’s a list of the musical numbers in Six, 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.
“Ex-Wives” – Company
“No Way” – Catherine of Aragon, Company
“Don’t Lose Ur Head” – Anne Boleyn, Company
“Heart of Stone” – Jane Seymour, Company
“Haus of Holbein” – Company
“Get Down” – Anna of Cleves, Company
“All You Wanna Do” – Katherine Howard, Company
“I Don’t Need Your Love” – Catherine Parr, Company
“Six” – 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.
