Audition Songs for A Gentleman’s Guide to Love and Murder
Written by Leryn Turlington
March 25, 2020
“Stop! Wait! What.” Get ready to knock ’em dead with these audition options for A Gentleman’s Guide to Love and Murder.
Auditioning for Montague “Monty” D’Ysquith Navarro (baritone)
Handsome, clever, charismatic, vulnerable, and endearing. Discovers he is in line to become the Earl of Highhurst and intends to kill off the family that stands in his way.
“A Man Could Go Quite Mad” from The Mystery of Edwin Drood
Auditioning for The D’Ysquith Family (baritone)
This actor plays multiple members of the D’Ysquith family ranging from an off-kilter priest to a closeted bee enthusiast to a lowly custodian. An excellent grasp of physical comedy, stamina, and skill is needed to accomplish this ever-changing role.
“In Praise of Women” from A Little Night Music
Auditioning for Sibella Hallward (mezzo soprano)
A woman of wit, appeal, and style, Sibella will do anything to climb the social ladder and win the heart of Monty Navarro.
“Show Me” from My Fair Lady
Auditioning for Phoebe D’Ysquith (soprano)
Monty’s virtuous, aristocratic cousin. She is earnest and innocent, but also well-read and “thinks a bit beyond her bonnets.” She is also vying for Monty’s affection.
“Mister Snow” from Carousel
Auditioning for Miss Shingle (soprano)
Housekeeper and governess to the D’Ysquith family for over thirty years, she is an eccentric and engaging storyteller who propels Monty on his journey to Earldom.
“Last Midnight” from Into the Woods
Audition for Ensemble (all vocal types)
Ensemble roles with extreme range and skill to fill the environment with various relatives, maids, and townspeople of all social classes. May also understudy leading and supporting roles.
Soprano:
“Soon” from A Little Night Music
“So In Love” from Kiss Me Kate
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