MUSIC AUDITIONS

What are the ACT directors looking for in music auditions?

As you practice for your audition, focus first on WORDS, TIMING, and CHARACTER CHOICES. Stephen Sondheim, the composer of this musical, puts a LOT of words into every single song, and the words are where the character lives. We are looking for strong character choices and great diction–we REALLY want to understand the words! 

How should I practice?

First, practice saying the words with the Voice Track while looking at the sheet music. Speak them with expression! When you feel comfortable, move to singing along with the Voice Track. Next, sing with the Rehearsal Track, which has a count off with your starting note and guide notes playing your part. Finally, practice performing with the ‘No Voice’ or ‘Final’ Track–this is the track you will be performing with on your audition day.

Sunday Audition Songs (choose one):

Girls: Opening Part 8, I Know Things Now, Steps of the Palace

Boys: Opening Part 8, Agony, Giants in the Sky

Opening Part 8 is the Ensemble audition song! It’s available in a high key and a low key. If you choose that one, please let us know which version you are singing at your audition.

Callback Songs:

Jack: Giants in the Sky

Wolf: Hello, Little Girl
Cinderella: Steps of the Palace, No One is Alone

Witch: Opening Part 3

Baker and Baker’s Wife: It Takes Two

Little Red: I Know Things Now, Opening Part 2

Princes: Agony

Jack’s Mom: Opening Part 4

All other role callbacks will not have a vocal component!