Audition Songs for The Toxic Avenger – By Character
When considering audition songs for The Toxic Avenger, it’s fitting to choose a character-driven 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 Toxic Avenger premiered in 2008, the audition songs below are drawn from musicals between the 2000s and 2020s. 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.
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 Toxic Avenger.
Step 3: Pick an Audition Song
Based on your personality and vocal type, decide whether you’d like to audition for the ensemble or a specific character. Just know that if you audition for a specific character, you still might not be chosen for that particular role.
Be sure to indicate that you’re open to the ensemble or other roles. You’ll gain valuable experience no matter where you’re placed. And remember, even if you audition for the ensemble, you could still be cast in a leading or supporting role.
To summarize, keep an open mind and have fun with this! And when you’re ready, choose the song that you feel most comfortable with from the list below.
The Audition Songs
Sarah
“Friki-Friki” – Honeymoon in Vegas
“The History of Wrong Guys” – Kinky Boots
“No Reason” – Beetlejuice
“What I Know Now” – Beetlejuice [in your natural accent]
Melvin/Toxie
“In Love With You” – First Date
“Kick Me” – Now. Here. This.
“Man Up” – The Book of Mormon
“Rise Above 1” – Spider-Man: Turn Off the Dark
* This is an ensemble-heavy show with only five roles and lots of doubling. Every role is important! So just pick the song your most comfortable with below.
Ensemble (Altos)
“Die Vampire, Die!” – [title of show]
“Evil” – The Witches of Eastwick
“The Lady’s Improving” – The Prom
Ensemble (Basses/Baritones)
“Love Sneaks In” – Dirty Rotten Scoundrels
“Purpose” – Avenue Q
“Please Send Me Someone” – Young Frankenstein
Ensemble (Contras)
“Bouncing Off the Walls” – Spider-Man: Turn Off the Dark
“Deep Love” – Young Frankenstein
“He Vas My Boyfriend” – Young Frankenstein
Psst… Here’s where you can find out your vocal type!
Ensemble (Mezzos/Sopranos)
“Allison’s Theme #1” – First Date
“It’s a Privilege to Pee” – Urinetown
“Saturday Night In The City” – The Wedding Singer
Ensemble (Tenors)
“I’m Too Hot for You” – School of Rock
“The Whole ‘Being Dead’ Thing” – Beetlejuice
“When I Climb to the Top of Mount Rock” – School of Rock
Step 4: Select a Monologue
If requested, here are a few audition monologues for The Toxic Avenger:
• “MacKenzie #1” in Audition Arsenal for Men in Their 20s➝
• “Mayor of the 85th Floor (San Diego)” in The Best Men’s Monologues from New Plays, 2019➝
• “Office Hour” in The Best Men’s Monologues from New Plays, 2019➝
• “The Dead Deportee” in Audition Arsenal for Women in Their 20s➝
• “The Bold, the Young, and the Murdered” in Audition Monologues for Young Men➝
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!
The Toxic Avenger Song List
Here’s a list of the musical numbers in The Toxic Avenger, 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.
* 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:
“Who Will Save New Jersey?” – Melvin, Company
“Jersey Girl” – Mayor, Ensemble
“Get the Geek” – Ensemble
“Kick Your Ass” – Toxie
“My Big French Boyfriend” – Sarah
“Thank God She’s Blind” – Toxie
“Choose Me, Oprah!” – Ensemble
“Hot Toxic Love” – Toxie, Sarah
Act 2:
“The Legend of the Toxic Avenger” – Toxie, Ensemble
“Evil Is Hot” – Ensemble
“You Tore My Heart Out” – Toxie
“All Men Are Freaks” – Ensemble
“Hot Toxic Love (Reprise)” – Sarah
“A Brand New Day in New Jersey” – Toxie, Sarah, Company
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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.
