[Triplethreat1187]

Hey guys--

My school will be presenting 'West Side' in honor of the its 50th Anniversary, as I'm sure you are all well aware. I am very familiar with the show, having been involved in a local production a few years ago (I played Big Deal and understudied Tony and Riff). I auditioned with "Cool" the first time around, it being both a fairly simple and straightforward song choice.

I'm hoping to be typed as one of the Jets again (I'm looking to pursue the roles of Riff, Action, A-Rab, and possibly Diesel, specifically). The faculty have asked that students prepare a song from the "legitimate musical theater repertoire (no pop/rock) that features legato, lyrical, challenging singing (eg: 'Candide,' 'West Side Story,' 'Man of La Mancha,' 'Brigadoon,' '1776,' '110 in the Shade,' 'A Little Night Music,' ' Sweeney Todd,' 'Passion,' etc."). I don't see myself as being a candidate for Tony, so I'm not about to march into my audition with a ballad. I suppose I could sing a cut from "Cool" or "The Jet Song," but I was hoping to be a little less predictable. I'm looking for something uptempo/jazzy and still moderately legit. Any suggestions would be greatly appreciated. Sorry to ramble and thanks in advance!!

[MaryMag]

Perhaps post this in the audition song thread in the auditions forum. There's lots of folks that can help you there!

I don't know guys rep AT ALL - but I'm happy that your audition notice mentioned showing off your legato lines. I think that's one of the largest shortcomings of our Tony... but if you're not going for Tony, I suppose Riff or Action doesn't need to have legato lines quite like Tony...

anyway, put your Q in the thread I suggested. JIJane will probably be a huge help to you!