Audition Songs for Matilda the Musical – by Character
Written by Tiffany Wilkie
December 13, 2018
If you’re auditioning for Matilda soon, check out these audition numbers perfect for every role!
Auditioning for Matilda Wormwood (Soprano)
An imaginative girl who is clever and wise far beyond her years. She has a thirst for learning that cannot be quenched.
1. “Somewhere Out There” from An American Tale
Auditioning for Miss Agatha Trunchbull (Baritone)
The tyrannical headmistress at Matilda’s school who despises children.
4. “You’ll Be Back” from Hamilton
Auditioning for Miss Honey (Mezzo)
Matilda’s kindhearted teacher. She is tired of living in fear under Miss Trunchbull.
6. “I Don’t Need a Roof” from Big Fish
Auditioning for Mr. Wormwood (Baritone)
Matilda’s uncaring father. A slimy, greedy used-car salesman.
8. “Poisoning Pigeons In The Park” by Tom Lehrer
Auditioning for Mrs. Wormwood (Mezzo)
Matilda’s self-absorbed, negligent mother and an amateur ballroom dancer.
10. “The Worst Pies in London” from Sweeney Todd
Auditioning for Bruce (Tenor)
Matilda’s classmate. He is subject to extreme punishment by Miss Trunchbull.
12. “Where is Love” from Oliver
Auditioning for Rudolpho (Baritone)
Mrs. Wormwood’s dance partner.
13. “I Am Aldolpho” from The Drowsy Chaperone
Auditioning for The Escapologist (Baritone)
A character in the story Matilda tells the Librarian.
14. “A Bit of Earth” from The Secret Garden
Auditioning for Sergei (Baritone)
Russian Mafia Boss.
15. “If I Were a Rich Man” from Fiddler on the Roof
Listen to a Spotify playlist featuring these songs below:
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