The Best Audition Songs for The Book of Mormon – by Character
Do you have an upcoming audition for The Book of Mormon? Well unless you have specifically been asked to sing a song from the show that you’re auditioning for, it’s generally best not to. That said, you should still show off similar vocals and personality. So here’s our list of audition songs for The Book of Mormon, broken down by character.
Since The Book of Mormon is a 2010s musical, the following songs are from between the 2000s – 2020s. There are also lots of comedic selections below to match the musical’s style.
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Step 1: Read your audition details
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 The Book of Mormon.
Step 3: Pick an audition song
Next, based on your personality and vocal type, decide whether you’d like to audition for the ensemble or a specific character. Just keep in mind that if you audition for a specific character, you still might not be chosen for that particular role.
There’s usually a spot on the audition form asking if you are open to being in the ensemble or accepting a different role. I would suggest ticking that box and taking whatever you are offered. Every role is important, and you will earn valuable experience in a show.
And on that same note, even if you audition for the ensemble (rather than a specific character), there’s always a chance of being cast in a leading or supporting role!
To summarize, keep an open mind and try not to take the process too seriously. And when you’re ready, choose the song that you feel most comfortable with from the list below.
Elder Cunningham
“In Summer” – Frozen
“Never Ever Getting Rid of Me” – Waitress
“Purpose” – Avenue Q
“When I Am Older” – Frozen 2 [2010s film/non-theatre]
“World’s Greatest Dad” – Elf
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
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
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
Ensemble (Altos)
“Are You a Believer?” – Ghost
“Hell No!” – The Color Purple
“Right Hand Man” – Something Rotten!
Ensemble (Baritones)
“Alone in the Universe” – Seussical
“Danny & Andrew” – We Aren’t Kids Anymore
“I’m Allergic to Cats” – The Theory of Relativity
Ensemble (Basses)
“Everything About You” – Groundhog Day
“Reindeers Are Better Than People” – Frozen
“We Look to You” – The Prom
Ensemble (Contras)
“Big Love” – Memphis
“I Didn’t Plan It” – Waitress
“I Know Where I’ve Been” – Hairspray
Psst… Here’s where you can find out your vocal type!
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
Ensemble (Tenors)
“Archer” – Now. Here. This.
“Say a Prayer” – Memphis
“Unstoppable” – Tootsie
Step 4: Select a monologue
If requested, here are a few audition monologues for The Book of Mormon:
• “Actor!” in Audition Monologues for Young Men➝
• “Maybe I’m Wrong” from The Genius➝ (Boy)
• “Rooms” in Fantasy Monologues for Young Actors➝
• “Star Trek Convention➝” in Heart of Hearing➝ (Josh)
• “TV in My Bones” in The Best Men’s Monologues from New Plays, 2019➝
Final Step: Audition Prep
Once you’ve gathered your materials and studied the show, it’s time to focus on the preparation. Need guidance? Download this FREE audition prep checklist to stay on track!
Want more songs? Check out these DIY Rep Books for EVERY vocal type!
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! The following is more intended to be used for character research purposes.
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
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
Which of these audition songs for The Book of Mormon did you choose?
And what role are you auditioning for? We would love to hear all about it in the comments! And in the meantime, you can check out our database of best audition songs for other musicals.
Need extra help? Just go through this free audition prep checklist!
Author: Stacy Karyn
Stacy Karyn is the founder of Theatre Trip, author of The Thespian’s Bucket List, and creator of The Cast Album List. She holds a BA in theatre and a TESOL drama certificate, with experience working and interning in Broadway and Off-Broadway theaters.