How to Find Audition Songs for Musicals

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Picking an audition song for musical theatre can be a real challenge- so here are my top tips on choosing and finding that perfect piece! In this video, I'll cover everything from Rodgers and Hammerstein to Jason Robert Brown so you've got quite a lot of material to choose from!
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[@KatesAdventures]

You've just reminded me, omg! Random story time! I didn't see the Little Mermaid in full until I was 15 and I could recognise the chorus of "Part of Your World" but I'd basically never heard the song, so for a long time I actually thought "Somewhere That's Green" and "Part of Your World" were the same song. It made sense to me cause, ya know, mermaids don't see much grass. That was the logic behind that strange assumption.

[@Kath_Steele]

OH MY GOSH 😂😂😂 love this!! Thank you for sharing!!

[@miawicken5801]

im singing "Part of your world" for my Little Mermaid musical audition

[@cecilbell6248]

Kate's Adventures when I was in second grade my friend watched little mermaid at her house for her birthday party and we were watching and we got to that part and I said oh my gosh it's somewhere that's green. None of the second grade girls knew what i was talking about

[@KatesAdventures]

Theater Cecil Haha, that is too cute! You get a serious amount of cool points for knowing "Somewhere That's Green" in the second grade!

[@cecilbell6248]

Kate's Adventures it shows my dad introduced me to musicals at a VERY young age.

[@bridiekmusic6351]

I feel like there's a story behind the 'If you're auditioning for Sondheim, you have to sing Sondheim' line

[@JennaCavaliere]

It is because sondheim is very unique, and complicated. If you are auditioning for a show they need to see you can follow the correct notes for the show :)

[@oceanbreeze6368]

WHO ELSE IS FANGIRLING ABOUT THE POSTERS IN HER ROOM?

[@Kath_Steele]

+ocean breeze tbh I still fangirl over them

[@coffee_gremlin]

ocean breeze ME

[@SteelCityCreative]

Me I guess, but I’m a guy sooooo......fanboying

[@Niqhtmusic]

ocean breeze v🖐🏻🖐🏻🖐🏻🖐🏻🖐🏻🖐🏻

[@Liv_1iv_liv_1iv]

480 people that’s how many likes you got that’s how many people feel the same way

[@emilky924]

Glad you asked weird tiny shoulder person 😂

[@Kath_Steele]

+Em Livingstone Right?? 😂💕

[@petcraz2417]

Living stone, lol!

[@catherinesolway7117]

I'm not gonna lie she is hilarious 😂

[@Kath_Steele]

Catherine Solway haha, thank you!!! 🎉💕🎭

[@gooleyantomay2882]

Catherine Solway yhhh

[@aquineaquine5982]

Catherine Solway BOOPER DOOPER

[@user-tb1qm8uq5r]

Catherine Solway I like your profile

[@makeupbys.e.d4619]

I think she trying

[@jill473]

I SPOT A WAITRESS PLAYBILL

[@jill473]

where do u get those posters

[@Kath_Steele]

+JilldaHill I got them as a gift ❤

[@cassidypfefferkorn8805]

Woops i sang "requiem" for alice and wonderland

[@charleysnotafangirl7140]

Cassidy Pfefferkorn I accidentally “requiem” from dear Evan Hansen

[@Bella-gn9cz]

I sang "Candy Store" Lol

[@anuglybarnacle4684]

I wanna do Requiem for Peter Pan😂😂😂

[@viridis5559]

Did you get a part

[@louisirwin9657]

Cassidy Pfefferkorn DEAR EVAN HANSEN?

[@volatilemolotov667]

quick little note: my friend auditioned for roger from rent with im alive from next to normal and i was like, "oh yeah. that makes sense."

[@Kath_Steele]

+stevie's anatomy 😂😂

[@jakebangs1]

I've found my people

[@Kath_Steele]

WELCOME!!!!

[@leafygreen7557]

George Hennon I am my people

[@hannahdykeman8932]

You mentioned Lin, Pasek & Paul, and Jason Robert Brown in the same sentence and I freaked out a little bit

[@Kath_Steele]

+Hannah Dykeman the trifecta of awesomeness!!! ❤🎧🎼

[@bigbean1133]

Oops, I sung Kindergarten Boyfriend when I was auditioning for Dorothy.

[@Niqhtmusic]

Big Bean for real? 😂😂😂

[@elizahamilton9688]

I am going to be in the Little mermaid jr. and I was going to sing part of your world, and I have an alto to soprano range but I want to sing in a mezzo voice but I just can't belt the end. I really want to be Ariel, but it could be too high for me to belt. (Keep in mind I'm 12 and this is for the kids camp at my community theater.)

[@cringemeister04]

If this comment wasn’t from a year ago I would think you did this in El Paso

[@elizatoponce9375]

If it’s for a kids camp don’t belt, just use a strong head voice. You probably won’t have much competition .

[@Niqhtmusic]

Eliza Hamilton yo!

[@DivaandtheDivine]

What a great video! This is very helpful advice. I'm always debating what songs to sing for auditions, and you've given me a few ways to look around that I haven't tried before. Love the Sondheim exception. So very true.

[@Kath_Steele]

Oh, yay!! So glad to hear it 💗 thanks

[@Tillysnow1]

I'm gonna share my recent audition story in hoping it helps someone else! So I was auditioning for Fiddler On The Roof and I spent FOREVER trying to find 2 songs for the audition. They needed to be contrasting, show off my range and still suit the character (I was going for Hodel). So first I picked Home from Beauty and the Beast, because the slow sad kind of mourning is very similar to Far From The Home I Love, which is the song Hodel sings, and I had recently sung it at a recital so I was very familiar with it. I spent more time trying to find a second song, because it needed to be more uptempo and show more of my upper range (which Home didn't). I looked up shows that the composers of Fiddler had also done together, and found She Loves Me, which I had never heard of, and picked Vanilla Ice Cream because it seemed fun. FUN FACT! When I showed up to the audition, a girl was singing Home to the creative team in the other room, and I automatically knew there was no way I could sing Home and still get the part I wanted. Sooooo I changed it last minute and performed God Help The Outcasts and Vanilla Ice Cream... GOOD NEWS! I still got the role of Hodel :D

[@kaylasmusic]

That’s a great show! I’ve sang far from the home I love for a class workshop but I’m a soprano though

[@masonguerrasio8716]

And the saga of “weird tiny shoulder girl” begins 😂

[@TheIndigoSystem]

Little Shop of Horrors is literally my favourite show ever lol you’ll see me ramble about it on a lot of your videos lol

[@hilariparsons9937]

how do you feel about girls trying out with guys songs? I'm an alto and I do have some songs in mind (There's a Fine Fine Line, Maybe This Time, Nothing, etc.) but I like the way my voice sounds with Stars from Les Miserables. I'm trying out for Beauty and The Beast and Belle is a mezzo part so I'm a bit iffy, but I also am grateful for any part I get. Thoughts?

[@Kath_Steele]

Hilari Parsons Hey Hilari! 💕 Depends on the audition situation, but in almost every case I'd recommend against singing a male song. Additionally, the personality/musicality of the song doesn't fit Belle. But that's just my opinion! 😊

[@hilariparsons9937]

Katherine Steele thank you so much! I'll keep searching for songs 😊

[@Kath_Steele]

Hilari Parsons try using some of the tips I mentioned in the video--it'll definitely help!! 😊💕💖

[@hilariparsons9937]

Katherine Steele I definitely will, I was just focusing on trying to find something that fit my voice part, but now I can make it even better, thanks so much! 💞

[@Amanda-ex4sr]

Me: I need an audition piece for little mermaid KZbin: I have exactly what you need

[@CarlieMae]

I auditioned for Annie with I Speak Six Language from 25th Annual Putnam County Spelling Bee. I ended up getting the role of Lily St. Regis. I think it worked? I picked some good songs and then narrowed it down to that one.

[@faithperez5561]

Omg that is the perfect song

[@sophiadelagarza4530]

lol i auditioned for patty in grease with that song... iconic

[@spheyuh]

@@sophiadelagarza4530 ugh icon

[@serephimzeph]

At Michigan thespian fest this year they put on 25th Annual Putnam County Spelling Bee and it was so gooooooooood

[@laurenjordan9583]

I love that you talk about how to tell a story in say 1 minute, in the dance world well in song and dance sections the max amount of time you have to portray your character and storyline is 3 minutes, and half of that is only vocals. It can be done people!!

[@ronnimcallister3970]

One of my dream roles is Quasimodo in Hunchback of Notre Dame (one of my favorite shows of all time), and I always thought If I Can't Love Her (key of F) would be a perfect audition song

[@amb13]

ITS MY SENIOR YEAR PLEASE HELP😭 ONE OF MY DREAM ROLES IS NINA ROSARIO AND MY LAST YEAR OF HIGHSCHOOL MY DIRECTOR DECIDED TO PUT ON IN THE HEIGHTS!!! I WAS ORIGINALLY GOING TO SING SOMETHING FROM THE SHOW BUT HE SAID HE WANTS SOMETHING FROM A DIFFERENT MUSICAL AND NOW IM STRESSING OUT BECAUSE I DON'T KNOW WHAT TO SING😭💙 ANYONE HAVE ANY SUGGESTIONS

[@melina6710]

Aleena Maestas NSJFKDKFKGKF MY SCHOOL IS DOING IN THE HEIGHTS TOO AND I RLLY WANT DANIELA SKKDKDKFKDKFKFIGIKG

[@auroradibert3733]

Aleena Maestas you should sing burn

[@lou5286]

Maybe something from 21 Chump Street or Hamilton? Or even Moana! Something like helpless or take a break?

[@corarosier3654]

21 chump street, maybe?

[@musicinmymind623]

Did auditions already happen?

[@alycat24ab]

This is helping my anxiety so much!! Im auditioning for the FIRST TIME EVER and AAAAAAAA. It is really reassuring cause the audition song i had in mind fit all of those beginning "rules". So im super proud of myself and while still stomach twisty, it's excited stomach twisties!! Thank you so much for sharing!!! 🧡

[@drac00la]

I'm going to audition for Addams family, and I have no idea what to pick still, but this has been super helpful, thank you!!

[@destinydemakeas.3682]

FlutterWho SameS

[@Bella-gn9cz]

Im auditioning for Wednesday and I'm singing Jewish for you. 10/10 would recommend

[@ivyanderegg9871]

this video is exactly what i needed! thanks for making all of your videos so informative/entertaining because before i found your channel, even the thought of pursuing a BFA terrified me, but now i am 99% sure that it's the path i should take

[@Kath_Steele]

IVY!!!! 💝 I'm SO ridiculously happy to hear that- that's why I started making these in the first place! And thank you :) Let me know if you have any questions/video requests!

[@kellytdlima]

AFTER YOU MENTIONED THE SIMILARITY BETWEEN SOMEWHERE THATS GREEN AND PART OF YOUR WORLD I LEGIT SCREAMED i never noticed it omg

[@ADDIDASSSSSSSSSSSSSS]

Katherine, you are a plethora of knowledge. Thank you so much for being kind enough to share so much helpful and useful advice for all of us in your outstanding videos.

[@seeingsparks]

How convenient I find this video the day I find out what show my theatre program is doing this year

[@daliamoreno2440]

This is my first year in musical theater and my school is putting on a production of Once Upon a Mattress. I'm auditioning for Princess Winifred, even though I know I won't get it because it's my first year. Since it was written in 1959 and has a jazzy feel to it, so I was thinking of doing Feeling Good by Nina Simone (I have a low voice for a female), but do you have any suggestions? My knowledge on musicals and their songs is very limited.

[@jeanchristianbarry7306]

Dalia Moreno I'm just a sophomore in Musical Theatre in college, but I would recommend something both fun, belty, and princess-y. Maybe 'Morning Person' from Shrek the Musical.

[@daliamoreno2440]

Thank you so much! I'll definitely look into it! 😊

[@jeanchristianbarry7306]

Dalia Moreno I hope it helps.

[@daliamoreno2440]

It is a bit high for my voice (as most songs are), but I'll see if my vocal coach can transpose it. Thank you so much for the advice. I was also thinking b of doing Here I Am from Dirty Rotten Scoundrels...?

[@skmfilms4229]

I’m auditioning for “Once Upon a Mattress” this year.

[@hannahthebanana2086]

This year, my elementary school preformed "The Little Mermaid Jr." and I auditioned for Ursula but I sang "Part Of Your World" because it was the only song I could choose that was remotely close to "Poor Unfortunate Souls" and the cruel irony was I got Jetsam, Ursula's female henchman while my friend, who I was better than no lie, got Ursula. I say I was better since she didn't want to sing the head voice lines and offstage she had to use a microphone and sing what we all called the "Ahhs" that were extremely high and I almost did them for her. It was a let-down but I was in more scenes. I know this isn't what musical theater is about, but it was my first speaking line and I nailed it.

[@juliamatiszik5069]

I just discovered your channel and I have a big audition in two weeks- your videos are SO helpful! Thank you!!

[@calico_capybara4820]

So at my school we’re doing Into the Woods and I want to play the part of Red Riding Hood, Cinderella, or Rapunzel (preference in that order) and I want to sing Santa Fe from Newsies starting from “let me go” so I don’t have to curse. Because it’s at school. And I can’t curse. ANYWAYS I’m not sure if it’s the best. I’m a girl, and it’s sung by Jack Kelley (a boy) BUT I’m very confident while singing it and it’s right in my vocal range. I love singing it. What should I do?

[@maleyahnowell9111]

Vivienne Grace how did your audition go? :)

[@isabelladuck7760]

Hey people of the comments is it okay to sing a song 1.) originally meant for the opposite gender and 2.) from the show you're auditioning for. I'm auditioning for Annie and I really want to sing You're Never Fully Dressed Without A Smile but I'm not sure if it's okay to. They just said any song but I don't want to seem lazy by choosing a song from the show, you know?

[@Kath_Steele]

+Isabella Foriska Hey Isabella! 1) in general, your audition song should match your casting type (which you can learn more about here: kzbin.info/www/bejne/raWTpaJ_qM-taMk) 2) as long as the auditors didn't say not to, you can totally sing from the show!

[@isabelladuck7760]

Katherine Steele okay thank you so so much!!!

[@zokalaw]

Hi just an update, I commented on another of your videos about me wanting to be Seaweed and I watched this video and GOT THE PART!!!! THANK YOU SO MUCH

[@kateemilyfowler2605]

WOW! I love these videossssss!!!

[@Kath_Steele]

Thank you, Kate!! ❤️❤️

[@kylasworld9132]

Omg I love Disney and I did Little shop of Horrors with my musical theater program and never realized that 🤦🏽‍♀️😮😲

[@corarosier3654]

4:00 OMG! So funny! I'm watching this video because I am in fact auditioning for 13!

[@poppycorbett36]

if i was to audition for carmen from fame the musical what songs would you suggest to sing i’m a belter any suggestions would help it’s for my last school production thanks :)

[@carojones6918]

I feel like she'd be perfect as Tracy in Hairspray

[@gabrielgenerally2242]

Thank you girl! I'm still looking for college rep pieces but I'm definitely closer. I'm definitely the shrugging girl lol and honor on you, honor on your family, honor on your cow for theatre Thursdays

[@Kath_Steele]

OMG SOBBING i want to put that on a banner and hang it up in my room. I literally just laughed out loud 😂😂 (also I def need to rewatch Mulan)

[@azylee3703]

I'm in 6th grade right now and i heard in 9th grade we are gonna perform a musical. I have been so excited so this is helpful.

[@caitlynwalker6652]

I JUST SUBSCRIBED TODAY ADN OMG I LOVE YOU YOUR VIDEOS ARE AMAZING YOUR FUNN AND LOVABLE AS HELL....

[@Awkwardly.Artistic]

I auditioning in lion king Jr going for Nala... I dont know what song I could sing

[@chaoticgeorgie722]

Hey Kat, I know this video is kinda old now but I’m auditioning for legally blonde JR and really want Paulette (or Elle but I personally think I am more suited to Paulette) and I need to pick an audition song that isn’t from the show. It says to prepare a ballad. It doesn’t specifically say 32 bars but I’ve auditioned for this theatre company before and usually the audition song maximum is 2 mins. I’m thinking along the lines of kindergarten boyfriend or a section of I won’t say I’m in love because it gives me similar vibes to Ireland.

[@spheyuh]

I'm auditioning for Newsies soon and I have to sing something in the style of the show, what would you recommend?

[@kittee6409]

This made me happy because I'm auditioning for Audrey in December, so the shout-out to Little Shop was great.

[@Kate-ni6bp]

My middle school has an extra after school choir that you audition to get into. Do you think That Would Be Enough from Hamilton would be a good song? I auditioned last year and did hear some Hamilton, but not this song in particular. Love your videos!

[@albinofrog3140]

i’m obsessed with beetlejuice too😂 love your profile pic

[@Kate-ni6bp]

I’m a little teacup short and stout Thanks

[@prestonssocks9465]

Thank you so much. I've been so nervous about my upcoming audition for Jason in Falsettos and I've been trying to find a good song for my audition. Using your tips, I've narrowed my options down to a few in my range. One of them is the song/song clip "My Father's a Homo" from the same musical. I'm really excited and your tips helped my audanxiety (that's what I call it) so much. Thank you so so so much

[@fjz10706]

Just A Broadway Sock You’re so lucky to be auditioning for Falsettos! I hope you get Jason!

[@ElinorMahoney]

I really want to sing The Room Wherw It Happens but I dunno whether to sing Hamilton or Burr’s part lmao

[@corelei]

isn't that Burr's solo except for like one line at the beginning lol

[@livherman2047]

I’m auditioning for Annie the musical tommorow and this really helped Wish me luck 🤞🏻🤞🏻🤞🏻🤞🏻🤞🏻🤞🏻🤞🏻

[@sychroswimmerkayla886]

Hi! I will be auditioning for the role of Eliza sychler and I will be singing blue from heathers

[@Quirky_Ventriloquist]

Good luck I hope you get the role

[@kyleecarter9238]

OMG i just realized that you would play the PERFECT Christine from Be More Chill... just thought I'd throw that out there.

[@itsbea1496]

thankyou so much I've been trying to find a song for a long time you've helped me out so much

[@emmag2306]

i'm trying to choose between Watch What Happens (Newsies) and Journey to the Past (Anastasia) for my upcoming audition! help!

[@Kath_Steele]

Depends on the show & role!

[@emmag2306]

I do not have a certain role, but the show is Meet Me In St. Louis. It's a very very VERY unprofessional audition, and the director said her only requirement is a song that shows heart and she doesn't want a song related to the show. I love both of those characters and songs, and those are the two songs that I've narrowed down that I can really show my range

[@sophiadelagarza4530]

katherine you read my mind a year or so forward... i’m currently looking for songs to audition for 13 with (for lucy if you actually care) and the tips you gave which were strangely specific to my situation were actually really helpful. thanks!

[@chrisswyer7275]

Hi! I have an audition tomorrow for "Oliver!". The production company I am doing it with know me quite well and I was going to sing "Freeze Your Brain" from Heathers but I am second guessing myself. I am just auditioning for any part I can get, not very specific. I have a baritone voice

[@chrisswyer7275]

Hopefully you can suggest something great

[@daniellejohnson5534]

I’m auditioning for ensemble in my school musical and this helped sooo much. Thank you for the help!!

[@gretalindberg]

I just discovered your channel and I'm already in love with it. You're absolutely hilarious!

[@Kath_Steele]

+Greta Lindberg AAAH thank you so much!! And welcome to the #TheatreThursdayFam 🎉💕🎭

[@ghosto_o7536]

OMG this helped so much because im auditioning for ariel and you just GAVE me a good audition song!! thanks!!

[@abby4034]

I can’t believe I’m just seeing this now 😂 I wish I had these tips a month ago. I would have sang something from Hello Dolly for an audition if I knew this. Then again the auditioners were two 13 year olds 😂 I love this video.

[@notocean38]

I saw this and I have an audition for today and I’m super terrified for a broadway show choir audition

[@lourdes5110]

any ideas for singin’ in the rain? The guidelines are just 16-32 bars of any showtune

[@HelenLarreau]

Hey theatre thursday fam, I need some help. I'm going to be auditioning for Little Red Riding Hood in Into the Woods. Any audition song recomendations? (I'm a soprano) Thanks!

[@mommyoftwokidsmommyoftwoki5132]

What did you sing? And did you get the role?

[@cjsparks02]

I have 5 auditions coming up in the next 3 months so this video is super helpful!

[@AtlanticGiantPumpkin]

Go to a used bookstore or music store. Singer's Anthology has lots of unique songs that can help.

[@Kath_Steele]

There's a used bookstore underneath my local library-- I always find plays/librettos/sheet music selection books there!

[@hanne9100]

Oh my gosh, I have auditions in a couple of weeks and this just popped up! Thank you!!!🎭💕

[@sofiasalgado5688]

Ilysm you’re funny. And talented and your videos give me confidence and now I’m auditioning for the school musical

[@sideofcereal5604]

Once I was at an audition for Shrek the Musical, I wasn't auditioning though, I went with my friend who was auditioning, myself only being there for moral support. Any who, there was one guy trying for Shreks role, he was a very loud person who didn't really commit to things and was _very_ sassy. He hit play on his phone and soon he was singing All Star. I'm not even kidding. At some parts he even belted somehow. The weirdest part: even though he didn't get the part he wanted he was apparently perfect for Lord Farquad.

[@suddenlyysophie]

I heard Pasek & Paul right before Lin Manuel-Miranda and I jumped twice.

[@SeaSparklesLP]

"If you're auditioning for a Sondheim musical, you better sing Sondheim." I've never done a show by him but I can DEFINITELY see how messy things can get if that statement isn't followed. First time I heard "Worst Pies in London" I was amazed people could keep with the tempo changes XD

[@Kath_Steele]

+meme meme oh yeah!! It's wild!!

[@kyliewilliams194]

Hey Katherine, I'm trying out for the newsies for the Role as Katherine plumber but I don't know what song I should use for try outs. Do u have any suggestions? I love you so much your amazing 💕💕💕❤️❤️❤️🎭🎭🎭

[@gracejennings9034]

I might do I love play reharsel,were doing the addams family and i can sing it.It has alot of personality wich is what they want but is kinda a bit too upbeat

[@jessskwara7255]

I am auditioning for Waitress as an ensemble member and I am supposed to do a pop-rock song in the style of Sara Bareilles but I cannot for the life of me find a song! I don't really know that genre too well so if you have any tips our suggestions PLEASE let me know!

[@Kath_Steele]

I'd recommend creating a Sara Bareilles station on Pandora and seeing what other singer-song writers the algorithm suggests. Additionally, try looking up Ingrid Michaelson and Brandi Carlisle- they have a similar sound. Break a leg! 💕

[@jessskwara7255]

Oh wow, I didn't even think of that! Thank you so much!! Someone recommended I do c Carole King song since Jessie originated that role on Broadway, but I didn't think Carole sounds anything like Sara

[@Kath_Steele]

+heyitsmejess anytime!! 💕

[@jessskwara7255]

one more question. They said to prepare 16-32 bars so do I still bring piano sheet music for the entire song?

[@Kath_Steele]

Yes (and have it memorized/performance ready). They probably won't ask to hear the full song, but it's better to be over prepared than under. Bring two copies of the sheet music--one with only the necessary pages/cuts for your 16/32 bar cut and then a clean, full version as well :)

[@sarahwheelwright8407]

Hi Katherine! I have a request for a Theatre Thursday video: Can you please do a video that just makes a list(s) of several shows that have the same genre? I know you listed a ton in here, but I feel like you could cover more genres and more shows, because you're awesome like that. :)

[@rachelistrash4371]

Thanks so much!! You never fail to help me with all my theatre advice needs!! You helped me choose a song that I think is good to sing for my audition for JoJo in Suessical!!!

[@Kath_Steele]

+Miss Squish omg yay exciting!!! Break a leg!! 🦄💖

[@Lucia-uz4cq]

Do you have to sing a Broadway song for auditions? (Sorry if it is a dumb question, I've never auditioned before but I wanna audition for the next school musical)

[@amberedens1432]

One of my go to's is Waving Through A Window.

[@BanjoeTraveler]

I have an Annie audition coming up. Wish me luck

[@cazminer9492]

Banjoe, Traveler how did it go?

[@gabriellamendes9319]

I absolutely loooove your videos and the content and advice you give. It's so informative yet so entertaining! Do you know of any other channels that offer the same type of content you do? Thanks so much!!

[@Kath_Steele]

Thanks, Gabriella! Not really--that's actually why I started making videos. Broadway.com is one of my fave theatrey channels, though. So that's always fun to watch!

[@MaddieGrapeXO]

I love your channel so much! It's super helpful and you need more subs :)) I was wondering how you personally play the villian? I'm currently playing Mrs Hannigan and tips would be great! xxx

[@Kath_Steele]

You're so sweet, thank you! 😍😍 i'll talk about it more in an upcoming video, but the main thing about villains: they don't realize they're the villain. In their own minds, everything they do is perfectly justified. Like, they're rarely being intentionally evil--their own ideas/motivations just go against the main character's. (If that makes sense haha) And congrats on Miss Hannigan!! 💕

[@MaddieGrapeXO]

+Katherine Steele that was very helpful thank you!

[@souliloquy5077]

I'm planning to audition for The Greatest Showman in June. The thing is, it's weird and basically, as long as I sign up I will definitely get a part. But I have to have an audition so the casting directors can decide which character I would be best for. I'm probably going to do A Million Dreams from TGS or Waving Through A Window from DEH, because I can sing both of those fairly well (though I'm not a good singer at all lol)

[@broadwaymike92]

I study at Actor Therapy with Ryan Scott Oliver and Lindsay Mendez and they've helping find great new songs for me.

[@morgancasey3223]

Auditioning for School of Rock with a pretty professional community theater group. I looked an Andrew Lloyd Webber stuff but nothing's really working out. I have a Mezzo voice leaning more to soprano and I really want to be Rosalie. Any tips?

[@moonzzlight]

i'm auditioning for tallulah in bugsy malone and i've been binge watching these videos so ty :]]

[@cecilbell6248]

This is a video I wish more people would make! This has some really points!

[@Kath_Steele]

Thanks! 💝

[@Gratation]

The second week of school I'll be auditioning for my school's production of Beauty and The Beast. My vocal teacher gave me "Dancing Through Life from Wicked" for my Audition song. I'm just not entirely sure if it's relevant to the theme of the show I'm trying out for.

[@corapearlstein6341]

How do I choose an audition song for a new musical written by a new composer? I have very limited info on the characters/composers, so I’m not totally sure how to proceed. I know it’s a strong female with a legit-style score- any ideas? (I need to find an up-tempo and a ballad). Love you Kat!

[@pessimisticegoist6443]

Once you said Lin Manuel Maranda I was like: "I HOPE THAT YOU- BURRRRRNNNNNNNN"

[@pepsipony2]

Okay, so I followed all of these tips for my school musical, and I got the lead!

[@jocelynvarner9040]

I'm auditioning for A Christmas Carol on Saturday! (Probably one of Cratchit's daughters). I plan to sing God Help The Outcasts from Hunchback. I think it's okay. Also, Alan Menken.

[@jacerush111]

i have an audition for Sweeney Todd in a few days, and haven't done anything with it so far.... thank you 2016 Katherine!!!

[@moonshinesquishies1137]

I'm doing auditions for Annie next week! I'll try to keep updating on who I get!

[@sorchaemcmeel4454]

Question: what if you’re auditioning for a production by andrew lloyd webber and his productions are literally all a mix of different feels and themes... because im really in a pickle rn

[@sammiephilp2637]

Hey Katherine!! I have an audition for Peter Pan and I wanna go out for Wendy, which songs do you suggest? It would be really helpful to get your advice (I have to do 32 bars of said song)!!

[@tatemcelhaney6562]

Hey! I just started watching your videos and I enjoy them a lot! I feel a lot of theatre accounts on youtube are just talking about basic broadway gossip which can be entertaining but isn't useful information but you really give aspiring artists advice from the eyes of someone who is experiencing things herself which I love! I was just curious what college you go to? (you might've mentioned it in a past video I just haven't seen all of your videos yet lol) Thank you! Definitely subsribing

[@Kath_Steele]

Hey Tate!!! Thank you so much, that really means a lot. And welcome to the Theatre Thursday Fam!!! 💕💕 For a few reasons, mainly so I don't seem biased, I don't disclose exactly where I live/study. But I can tell you that I had to make some decisions at some point involving Ithaca, Otterbein, Hartt, Montclair, Rider, Texas State, Oklahoma State, Shenandoah Conservatory, Millikin, and Utah 😊

[@tsuiters]

What songs do you recommend for auditioning for Something Rotten, my son is 15 not quite fully developed voice so low tenor/high baritone right now. Also has some killer comedic timing. His choreography for anything he is cast in will need to be modified (he has muscular dystrophy. So he really needs to highlight his two best assets strong vocals and comedic timing

[@abbigailcarr2725]

Every conversation of mine turns into a Kelli O’Hara shrine

[@G.enevieve]

I don’t know if you’ll see this but I thought I’d still ask!! I’m auditioning for a musical theatre program and I don’t know what style of song I should pick. Do I just pick one I like and am comfortable with or is there a specific style I should stick to?

[@nyohozeppeli]

I'm thinking of doing All That's Known from Spring Awakening for an Audition for JD and I think that'll work idk though

[@blairkott4008]

Hey Katherine! What sorts of songs would you suggest for auditioning for Mrs. Lovett?