Since Green Day songs weren’t written as theatre songs, the storytelling presents a big challenge for this show. Find a pop or rock song that’s a bit esoteric and showcase your ability to find the passion within the imagery. And dress like a badass.

  1. You Oughta Know (Alanis Morisette)

2. Against All Odds (Phil Collins)

3. Move Along (All American Rejects)

4. If You Want Me (Once)

5. I’m Alive (Next to Normal)

6. What About Love (Heart) (Note: “Alone” is another great song, but overdone.)

7. Tear Me Down (Hedwig and the Angry Inch)

8. Just One Yesterday (Fall Out Boy)

9. How to Save a Life (The Fray)

10. The Dark I Know Well (Spring Awakening)

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