The Best Audition Songs for The Marvelous Wonderettes

When considering audition songs for The Marvelous Wonderettes, it’s fitting to choose a pop/rock song from musical theatre or non-theatre repertoire that aligns with the show’s tone and suits your vocal type. Always refer to the audition notice for specific guidelines.

Because The Marvelous Wonderettes features songs from the 1950s and 1960s, the audition songs below are from those eras as well. 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 Marvelous Wonderettes.

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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 which character you’d like to audition for. 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 Marvelous Wonderettes

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Betty Jean

“Don’t Make Me Over” – Dionne Warwick [1960s/non-theatre]

“Mama Said” – The Shirelles [1960s/non-theatre]

“Sunshine, Lollipops and Rainbows” – Lesley Gore [1960s/non-theatre]

“You Can’t Hurry Love” – Ain’t Too Proud

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Cindy Lou

“Be Anything” – Connie Francis [1950s/non-theatre]

“Fools Fall in Love” – All Shook Up

“My Boyfriend’s Back” – Jersey Boys

“One Night With You” – All Shook Up

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Missy

“Dancing in the Street” – Martha and the Vandellas [1960s/non-theatre]

“I’m Ready for Love” – Martha and the Vandellas [1960s/non-theatre]

“Knowing When to Leave” – Promises, Promises

“One Boy” – Bye Bye Birdie

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Suzy

“Cooties” – Hairspray

“I Say a Little Prayer” – Promises, Promises

“Judy’s Turn to Cry” – Lesley Gore [1960s/non-theatre]

“Screw Loose” – Cry-Baby

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Step 4: Select a Monologue

If requested, here are a few audition monologues for The Marvelous Wonderettes:

• “Better Shape Up” from They’re Playing Our Song

• “Dancing Shoes” from Grease

• “Fickle Finger of Fate” from Sweet Charity

• “Pineapple Chunks” from The Real Thing

• “You Drive Me Crazy” from Sweet Charity

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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 Marvelous Wonderettes Song List

Here’s a list of the musical numbers in The Marvelous Wonderettes, 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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Act 1:

“Mr. Sandman” – Wonderettes

“Lollipop” / “Sugartime” – Wonderettes

“Allegheny Moon” – Wonderettes

“All I Have To Do Is Dream” / “Dream Lover” – Wonderettes

“Stupid Cupid” – Suzy, Wonderettes

“Lipstick On Your Collar” – Betty Jean, Wonderettes

“Lucky Lips” – Cindy Lou, Wonderettes

“Secret Love” – Missy, Wonderettes

“Mr. Lee” / “Born Too Late” / “Teacher’s Pet” – Wonderettes

“Sincerely” / “Goodnight Sweetheart, Goodnight” – Wonderettes

“Hold Me, Thrill Me, Kiss Me” – Suzy, Wonderettes

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Act 2:

“Heatwave” – Missy, Cindy Lou, Betty Jean

“It’s in His Kiss” / “Wedding Bell Blues” – Missy, Wonderettes

“You Don’t Own Me” – Missy, Wonderettes

“With This Ring” – Missy, Wonderettes

“I Only Want To Be With You” – Betty Jean, Wonderettes

“That’s When The Tears Start” – Betty Jean, Wonderettes

“It’s My Party” – Betty Jean, Wonderettes

“Son of a Preacher Man” – Cindy Lou, Wonderettes

“Leader of the Pack” – Cindy Lou, Wonderettes

“Maybe” – Cindy Lou, Wonderettes

“Maybe I Know” – Suzy, Wonderettes

“Needle in a Haystack” – Wonderettes

“Rescue Me” – Suzy, Wonderettes

“Respect” – Suzy, Wonderettes

“Thank You and Goodnight” / “Sincerely (Reprise)” – Wonderettes

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