The Best Audition Songs for The Marvelous Wonderettes – By Character

If you’re looking for audition songs for The Marvelous Wonderettes, it’s best to choose a pop/rock song from musical or non-theatre repertoire that matches the show’s tone and suits your vocal type. Be sure to check your audition notice for any specific song 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 by a musical theatre professional to ensure fit and audition readiness.

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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

Next, based on your personality and vocal type, decide which character you’d like to audition for. 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 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.

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.

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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:

• “Album” in Solo!: The Best Monologues of the 80s – Women➝

• “Green Pepper➝” from Cocktails at Pam’s  (Estelle)

• “Hear That Song?➝” from Ohio  (Cat)

• “It’s Never One Thing➝” from Shows for Days  (Irene)

• “Sky Lines #1” in Audition Arsenal for Women in Their 20s➝

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Final Step: Audition Prep

Once you’ve chosen your song, it’s time to start preparing! Grab your FREE Audition Prep Checklist and Stamp Cards to stay organized and motivated for your upcoming auditions!

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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! The following 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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Which of these audition songs for The Marvelous Wonderettes 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.

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