The Best Audition Songs for The Book of Mormon

When considering audition songs for The Book of Mormon, it’s fitting to choose a comedic 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 Book of Mormon premiered in 2011, 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 Book of Mormon.

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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 Book of Mormon

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Elder Cunningham

“In Summer” – Frozen

“Never Ever Getting Rid of Me” – Waitress

“Purpose” – Avenue Q

“When I Am Older” – Frozen 2 (Film)

“World’s Greatest Dad” – Elf

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Elder McKinley

“Gotta Get Out” – The Noteworthy Life of Howard Barnes

“Look At the Sky” – Urinetown

“Love Thy Neighbor” – The Prom

“Women and Sandwiches” – Freaky Friday

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Elder Price

“Proud of Your Boy” – Aladdin

“Take a Chance on Me” – Little Women

“Waving Through a Window” – Dear Evan Hansen

“Words Fail” – Dear Evan Hansen

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Nabulungi

“Once More I Can See” – Wonderland

“Something of My Own” – Dessa Rose

“There’s a Fine, Fine Line” – Avenue Q

“Waiting for Life” – Once on This Island

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Ensemble (Altos)

“Are You a Believer?” – Ghost

“Hell No!” – The Color Purple

“Right Hand Man” – Something Rotten!

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Ensemble (Baritones)

“Alone in the Universe” – Seussical

“Danny & Andrew” – We Aren’t Kids Anymore

“I’m Allergic to Cats” – The Theory of Relativity

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Ensemble (Basses)

“Everything About You” – Groundhog Day

“Reindeers Are Better Than People” – Frozen

“We Look to You” – The Prom

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Ensemble (Contras)

“Big Love” – Memphis

“I Didn’t Plan It” – Waitress

“I Know Where I’ve Been” – Hairspray

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Ensemble (Mezzos/Sopranos)

“Come Down from the Tree” – Once on This Island

“Princess” – A Man of No Importance

“You Can’t Get to Heaven” – The Life

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Ensemble (Tenors)

“Archer” – Now. Here. This.

“Say a Prayer” – Memphis

“Unstoppable” – Tootsie

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Step 4: Select a Monologue

If requested, here are a few audition monologues for The Book of Mormon:

• “Garage Recitals” from A Chorus Line

• “Hi God” from The Winter Guard Play

• “Maybe I’m Wrong” from The Genius

• “Meaning of a Flower” from Everything So Far

• “Peepol” from Everything So Far

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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 Book of Mormon Song List

Here’s a list of the musical numbers in The Book of Mormon, 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.

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Act 1:

“Hello” – Ensemble

“Two by Two” – Price, Ensemble

“You and Me (But Mostly Me)” – Price, Cunningham

“Hasa Diga Eebowai” – Mafala, Price, Cunningham, Ensemble

“Turn It Off” – McKinley, Ensemble

“I Am Here for You” – Cunningham, Price

“All American Prophet” – Price, Cunningham, Ensemble

“Sal Tlay Ka Siti” – Nabulungi

“I Am Here for You (Reprise)” – Cunningham

“Man Up” – Cunningham, Nabulungi, Price, Company

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Act 2:

“Making Things Up Again” – Cunningham, Ensemble

“Spooky Mormon Hell Dream” – Price, Ensemble

“I Believe” – Price, Ensemble

“Baptize Me” – Cunningham, Nabulungi

“I Am Africa” – McKinley, Cunningham, Ensemble

“Joseph Smith American Moses” – Ensemble

“Hasa Diga Eebowai (Reprise)” – Nabulungi

“You and Me (But Mostly Me) (Reprise)” – Price, Cunningham

“Tomorrow Is a Latter Day” – Price, Cunningham, McKinley, Nabulungi, Company

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