10 Fun Character-y Audition Cuts for Funny Ladies

Written by Andrea Canny

March 7, 2017

Hey, ladies! Are you looking for a piece with character to blow them away at your audition? We’ve got 10 character-y audition cuts from our collection that are perfect for you!

“Poor Unfortunate Souls” from The Little Mermaid

Ariel visits Ursula in Ursula’s cave. Ursula convinces Ariel to give up her voice in exchange for life above the ocean.

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“Surabaya Santa” from Songs for a New World

A parody number of “Surabaya Johnny”, a dejected Mrs. Claus sings about her neglectful husband.

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“Never Get Married” from Honeymoon in Vegas

Jack Singer swears a promise to his mother on her deathbed. Here, his mother tells him never to get married.

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“As We Stumble Along” from The Drowsy Chaperone

The Chaperone, after being asked for advice by Janet, replies with an extemporaneous message of wisdom.

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“Please Don’t Touch Me” from Young Frankenstein

Elizabeth Benning, Dr. Frankenstein’s fiancee, sings about her wish not to be touched by her lover while numbering all the temptations from which she is abstaining.

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“Whatever Happened To My Part?” from Spamalot

The Lady of the Lake Laments her lack of stage time.

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“Loud” from Matilda

Mrs. Wormwood mocks Miss Honey’s intelligence and says that looks matter more than education and personality.

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“Delishious” from Nice Work If You Can Get It

Eileen tells Jimmy that she’ll be ready to pursue honeymoon romance as soon as she takes a bath. But she’s been in the bath for hours…

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“Gorgeous” from The Apple Tree

Ella want to be the gorgeous Passionella, but her Friendly Neighborhood Godmother only grants her this wish from 7pm to 4am.

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“The Cake I Had” from Grey Gardens

Big Edie tells Little Edie that she dealt with what she had when she was younger, and she’ll continue to be happy with what she has.

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Andrea Canny is a professional entertainer (31 years), writer, director, producer, studio vocalist, vocal performance/cabaret coach, adjudicator as well as cabaret artist who is currently writing a book on integrity in the entertainment business.