The Best Audition Songs for The Big One-Oh! – By Character

When considering audition songs for The Big One-Oh!, it’s fitting to choose a youthful song from contemporary 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 The Big One-Oh! premiered in 2019, the audition songs below are drawn from musicals 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.

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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 The Big One-Oh!

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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.

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Audition Songs for The Big One-Oh!

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Charley

“Counting Down to Christmas” – A Christmas Story

“It’s Possible” – Seussical

“Maybe He Likes Me” – The Man in the Ceiling

“When I Get My Name in Lights” – The Boy From Oz

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Donna

“My Grand Plan” – The Lightning Thief

“One Perfect Moment” – Bring It On

“Stupid With Love” – Mean Girls

“Where Am I Now?” – Lysistrata Jones

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Jennifer

“I See Stars” – Mean Girls

“Lost in the Brass” – Band Geeks

“Superboy and the Invisible Girl” – Next to Normal

“What It Means to Be a Friend” – 13

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Lorena

“Brand New You” – 13

“Change the World” – Lysistrata Jones

“Opportunity” – 13

“The Lamest Place in the World” – 13

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Ensemble (Altos)

“I’d Rather Be Me” – Mean Girls

“Say No Thank You” – Dear Edwina

“What’s Wrong With Me?” – Mean Girls

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Ensemble (Baritones)

“Being a Geek” – 13

“It Just Wasn’t Meant to Happen” – Calvin Berger

“Michael in the Bathroom” – Be More Chill

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Ensemble (Contras)

“It Means Beautiful” – Everybody’s Talking About Jamie

“Just Breathe” – The Prom

“Wait and See” – Fangirls

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Ensemble (Mezzos/Sopranos)

“Home” – Beetlejuice

“Saturday Alone” – Calvin Berger

“Pulled” – The Addams Family

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Ensemble (Tenors)

“Get Me What I Need” – 13

“Good Kid” – The Lightning Thief

“Here I Come” – 13

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Ensemble (Trebles)

“Middle of a Moment” – James and the Giant Peach

“One Pal” – Polkadots: The Cool Kids Musical

“Sticks & Stones” – Polkadots: The Cool Kids Musical

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Step 4: Select a Monologue

If requested, here are a few audition monologues for The Big One-Oh!:

• “Cute Name” from A Candy Kane Christmas

• “Hi God” from The Winter Guard Play

• “Loose Tooth” from Junie B. Jones: Toothless Wonder

• “Lunch Time” from You’re a Good Man, Charlie Brown

• “Some Mom” from How to Eat Like a Child

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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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The Big One-Oh! Song List

Here’s a list of the musical numbers in The Big One-Oh!, 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.

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“Happy Birthday From Scotland” – Dad

“Monsters & Maniacs – Part 1” – Charley, Ensemble

“Monsters & Maniacs – Part 2” – Charley, Ensemble

“Some Sort Of Celebration” – Charley

“So Lame – Part 1” – Lorena

“So Lame – Part 2” – Lorena

“Can You Call This Person A Friend? (Part 1)” – Donna

“Can You Call This Person A Friend? (Part 2)” – Darryl

“Can You Call This Person A Friend? (Part 3)” – Cougar

“Can You Call This Person A Friend? (Part 4)” – Jennifer

“This Is Big” – Ensemble

“That Could Be Me” – Jennifer

“Finale” – Company

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