The Best Audition Songs for The Bridges of Madison County
When considering audition songs for The Bridges of Madison County, it’s fitting to choose a legit 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 Bridges of Madison County premiered in 2013, 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.
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 The Bridges of Madison County.
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.
Audition Songs for The Bridges of Madison County
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Bud
“Fight the Dragons” – Big Fish
“How Can I Call This Home?” – Parade
“Stronger” – Hands on a Hardbody
“Time” – Tuck Everlasting
Francesca
“Losing Roberto” – Death Takes a Holiday
“Tuesdays, Thursdays” – Far From Heaven
“Who Is This Man?” – Death Takes a Holiday
“Will You?” – Grey Gardens
Marian
“How Bout a Dance?” – Bonnie & Clyde
“I Don’t Need a Roof” – Big Fish
“Nothing Stops Another Day” – Ghost
“Way Back in the Day” – Bright Star
Robert
“Heartbreaker” – Bright Star
“How It Ends” – Big Fish
“Sleeping” – Once
“When the Booth Goes Bright” – Amélie
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Ensemble (Altos)
“My Most Beautiful Day” – Tuck Everlasting
“Pretty Funny” – Dogfight
“When the Music Played” – Doctor Zhivago
Ensemble (Baritones)
“Dust and Ashes” – The Great Comet
“Reflection” – A Tale of Two Cities
“Seeing You” – Groundhog Day
Ensemble (Basses)
“Everything About You” – Groundhog Day
“Night Will Come” – Groundhog Day
“What Would You Do?” – If/Then
Ensemble (Contras)
“Asheville” – Bright Star
“Dusty Plays the Saw” – The Burnt Part Boys
“Woman” – The Pirate Queen
Ensemble (Mezzo-Sopranos)
“Losing Track of Time” – Summer of ’42
“Sister’s Pickle” – Amélie
“The Light in the Piazza” – The Light in the Piazza
Ensemble (Sopranos)
“How Will I Know?” – Death Takes a Holiday
“Love Never Dies” – Love Never Dies
“Once Upon Another Time” – Love Never Dies
Ensemble (Tenors)
“God Answered My Prayers” – Hands on a Hardbody
“How Glory Goes” – Floyd Collin
“I Never Knew” – Far From Heaven
Step 4: Select a Monologue
If requested, here are a few audition monologues for The Bridges of Madison County:
• “A Landscape This Big” from Lewiston/Clarkston
• “Close to You” from Almost, Maine
• “Just People” from Lewiston/Clarkston
• “Lonely Billions” from Middletown
• “Northern Lights” from Almost, Maine
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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The Bridges of Madison County Song List
Here’s a list of the musical numbers in The Bridges of Madison County, 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.
Act 1:
“To Build a Home” – Francesca, Company
“Home Before You Know It” – Bud, Michael, Carolyn, Francesca
“Temporarily Lost” – Robert
“What Do You Call a Man Like That?” – Francesca
“You’re Never Alone” – Bud, Company
“Another Life” – Marian
“Wondering” – Robert, Francesca
“Look At Me” – Francesca, Robert, Company
“The World Inside a Frame” – Robert
“Something From a Dream” – Bud
“Get Closer” – Marge, Ensemble
“Falling Into You” – Robert, Francesca
Act 2:
“State Road 21” – Singer, Michael, Carolyn, Company
“Who We Are and Who We Want to Be” – Robert, Francesca, Company
“Almost Real” – Francesca
“Before and After You” – Francesca, Robert
“One Second and a Million Miles” – Robert, Francesca
“When I’m Gone” – Charlie, Bud, Company
“It All Fades Away” – Robert
“Always Better” – Francesca, Robert, 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.
