Audition Songs for The Who’s Tommy – By Character
Last Updated: January, 2026
When considering audition songs for The Who’s Tommy, it’s fitting to choose a rock song from 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 Who’s Tommy premiered in 1992, the audition songs below are drawn from musicals between the 1960s and 2000s. 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 Who’s Tommy.
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 range, decide whether you’d prefer to audition for the ensemble or a specific character. Even if you audition for a specific role, stay open to other casting possibilities.
When you’re ready, choose a song from below that best fits your voice and comfort level.
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The Audition Songs
Captain Walker
“Is Nothing Sacred” – Meat Loaf [1990s/non-theatre]
“Real Life” – Tick, Tick…Boom!
“Shoes Upon the Table” – Blood Brothers
“You Took the Words Right Out of My Mouth” – Meat Loaf [1970s/non-theatre]
Cousin Kevin
“Dream On” – Aerosmith [1970s/non-theatre]
“Heaven on Their Minds” – Jesus Christ Superstar
“The Man Who Sold the World” – David Bowie [1970s/non-theatre]
“Where I Want to Be” – Chess
Mrs. Walker
“Heaven Help My Heart” – Chess
“Keys” – Passing Strange [first half]
“Shadows of the Night” – Pat Benatar [1980s/non-theatre]
“Tell Me It’s Not True” – Blood Brothers
Tommy
“Life on Mars?” – David Bowie [1970s/non-theatre]
“Pity the Child” – Chess
“Rolling Stock” – Starlight Express
“Work the Wound” – Passing Strange
The Gypsy
“Cherry Pie” – Warrant [1990s/non-theatre]
“School’s Out” – Alice Cooper [1970s/non-theatre]
“Sugar Daddy” – Hedwig and the Angry Inch
“The Origin of Love” – Hedwig and the Angry Inch
Uncle Ernie
“Amsterdam” – Jacques Brel is Alive and Well and Living in Paris
“Going Down” – Hair
“Manchester, England” – Hair
“The Bulls” – Jacques Brel is Alive and Well and Living in Paris
Ensemble (Altos)
“Come to Your Senses” – Tick, Tick…BOOM!
“Eternal Flame” – The Bangles [1980s/non-theatre]
“The Man With the Child in His Eyes” – Kate Bush [1970s/non-theatre]
Ensemble (Baritones)
“I’m Going Home” – The Rocky Horror Show
“That Joke Isn’t Funny Anymore” – The Smiths [1980s/non-theatre]
“Unsettled Scores” – Whistle Down the Wind
Ensemble (Basses)
“Alone” – Jacques Brel is Alive and Well and Living in Paris
“Pilate’s Dream” – Jesus Christ Superstar
“Wicked Little Town” – Hedwig and the Angry Inch
Ensemble (Contras)
“Nobody’s Side” – Chess
“Someone Else’s Story” – Chess
“You Don’t Know” – Next to Normal
Ensemble (Mezzos/Sopranos)
“Barracuda” – Heart [1970s/non-theatre]
“Call Me” – Blondie [1980s/non-theatre]
“The Night It Had to End” – Romance/Romance
Ensemble (Tenors)
“Anthem” – Chess
“See Her Smile” – Tick, Tick … Boom!
“Smokers Outside the Hospital Doors” – Editors [2000s rock/non-musical theatre]
Step 4: Select a Monologue
If requested, here are a few audition monologues for The Who’s Tommy:
• “Fun House Mirror” in Audition Arsenal for Women in Their 20s➝
• “MacKenzie #1” in Audition Arsenal for Men in Their 20s➝
• “Office Hour” in The Best Men’s Monologues from New Plays, 2019➝
• “The Dead Deportee” in Audition Arsenal for Women in Their 20s➝
• “Wormhole➝” from Ohio (Zach)
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 Who’s Tommy Song List
Here’s a list of the musical numbers in The Who’s Tommy, 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:
“Captain Walker” – Ensemble
“It’s a Boy” / “We’ve Won” – Mrs. Walker, Captain Walker, Ensemble
“Twenty-One” – Mrs. Walker, Captain Walker, Boyfriend
“Amazing Journey” – Tommy
“Amazing Journey (Reprise)” – Tommy
“Christmas; See Me, Feel Me” – Captain Walker, Mrs. Walker, Tommy, Ensemble
“Do You Think It’s Alright?” – Captain Walker, Mrs. Walker
“Fiddle About” – Uncle Ernie, Ensemble
“See Me, Feel Me (Reprise)” – Tommy
“Cousin Kevin” – Cousin Kevin, Ensemble
“Sensation” – Tommy, Ensemble
“Eyesight to the Blind” – Hawker, Ensemble
“Acid Queen” – The Gypsy
“Pinball Wizard” – Cousin Kevin, Ensemble
Act 2:
“It’s a Boy (Reprise)” / “There’s a Doctor” – Captain Walker, Mrs. Walker
“Go to the Mirror!” / “Listening to You” – Captain Walker, Mrs. Walker, Tommy, Young Tommy, Ensemble
“Tommy, Can You Hear Me?” – Ensemble
“I Believe My Own Eyes” – Captain Walker, Mrs. Walker
“Smash the Mirror” – Mrs. Walker
“I’m Free” – Tommy
“Sensation (Reprise)” – Tommy, Ensemble
“I’m Free (Reprise)” / “Pinball Wizard (Reprise)” – Tommy, Company
“Tommy’s Holiday Camp” – Uncle Ernie
“Sally Simpson” – Ensemble
“Welcome” – Tommy, Ensemble
“Sally Simpson’s Question” – Sally Simpson, Tommy
“We’re Not Gonna Take It” – Tommy, Ensemble
“See Me, Feel Me (Reprise)” / “Listening to You (Reprise)” – Tommy, 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.
