Don't Select a Song from the Show you're auditioning for!

One mistake many people make is choosing a song from the actual show they’re auditioning from. This is something that is highly un-recommended and can ruin your chances in most cases. “It’s not wise to sing a song from the show you’re auditioning for as the directors will already have an idea of how they want the song performed and you may not match that idea. You should try to perform a song from a similar musical era, or the same composer (Patricia White, singing teacher). However, it’s wise to know at least one of the songs sung by the character you’re auditioning for in case the director would like to hear you sing the part (in the case of the character Hope Harcourt, those songs are "It's De-lovely," and "All Through the Night." Also ensure your piece doesn’t run for too long. “Pull 'em in, dazzle them with your range and versatility, then wow them with the money note. Sweet and simple.” (https://theatreface.ning.com/profiles/blogs/choosing-an-audition-song)

It's Delovely



All Through The Night

So, by taking all these points into consideration, a kind of checklist has been developed.

The song you choose must:

-    Incorporate at least some of the flavour of the songs Hope Harcourt sings (It’s De-Lovely and All Through The Night)

-    Have a similar range to what is required of the character

   - Must have a time range of 1.5 – 2 mins