Audition Songs for Smokey Joe’s Cafe – By Vocal Type
When considering audition songs for Smokey Joe’s Cafe, it’s fitting to choose a pop/rock 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 Smokey Joe’s Cafe features songs from the 1950s and 1960s, the audition songs below are from around those same eras. 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 Smokey Joe’s Café.
Step 3: Pick an Audition Song
Before choosing a song, find your voice type and range using the Vocal Guide.
When you’re ready, choose a song from below that best fits your voice and comfort level.
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The Audition Songs
Altos
“Be Anything” – Connie Francis
“Don’t Make Me Over” – Dionne Warwick
“I Only Want to Be With You” – Dusty Springfield
Baritones
“Because” – The Dave Clark Five
“Little Sister” – Elvis Presley
“Multiplication” – Bobby Darin
Basses
“Crackin’ Up” – Bo Diddley
“Gilly Gilly Ossenfeffer” – The Four Lads
“Three Steps to Heaven” – Eddie Cochran
Contras
“Build Me Up Buttercup” – The Foundations
“I Wish It Would Rain” – Ain’t Too Proud
“The Look of Love” – Dusty Springfield
Mezzo-Sopranos
“Ain’t Nothin’ But a Kiss” – Memphis
“I’m Ready for Love” – Martha and the Vandellas
“Somebody to Love” – Jefferson Airplane
Sopranos
“Am I the Same Girl?” – Dusty Springfield
“Band of Gold” – Freda Payne
“My Boyfriend’s Back” – Jersey Boys
Tenors
“Can’t You Hear My Heartbeat” – Herman’s Hermits
“I’m Into Something Good” – Herman’s Hermits
“Rockin’ My Life Away” – Jerry Lee Lewis
Step 4: Select a Monologue
If requested, here are a few audition monologues for :
• “Album” in Solo!: The Best Monologues of the 80s – Women➝
• “Harvey and I➝” from Harvey (Elwood)
• “Hear That Song?➝” from Ohio (Cat)
• “Green Pepper➝” from Cocktails at Pam’s (Estelle)
• “Johnny Talks Kids➝” from Frankie and Johnny… (Johnny)
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!
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.
