Audition Songs for A Charlie Brown Christmas – By Character
Last Updated: January, 2026
When considering audition songs for A Charlie Brown Christmas, it’s fitting to choose a festive or family-friendly musical theatre song that aligns with the tone of the show and suits your vocal type. Always refer to the audition notice for specific guidelines.
Because A Charlie Brown Christmas is a musical for young audiences, most of the audition songs below are wholesome or childlike in tone. Each one has been carefully hand-picked and reviewed by a musical theatre professional to ensure fit and audition readiness.
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Step 1: Review Audition Info
Please read your audition details carefully, as they sometimes specify the type of song they’d like to hear (a ballad, something uptempo, etc.). Make sure to select a song that’s appropriate for your specific casting call.
Step 2: Study the Show
Before auditioning, you should get familiar with the show, and listening to the cast album is a great way to do that. Here’s where you can learn more about A Charlie Brown Christmas➝.
Step 3: Pick an Audition Song
Before choosing a song, find your voice type and range using the Vocal Guide.
Based on your personality and vocal range, decide whether you’d prefer to audition for the ensemble or a specific character. Even if you audition for a specific role, stay open to other casting possibilities.
When you’re ready, choose a song from below that best fits your voice and comfort level.
The Audition Songs
Note: A Charlie Brown Christmas is a highly ensemble-driven show with minimal solo singing. Feel free to choose any of the following songs below for your audition, regardless of which character you’re hoping to get cast as.
Charlie Brown
“I Want to Go Home” – Big
“Look At the Sky” – Urinetown
“The Kite” – You’re a Good Man, Charlie Brown
“Where Did That Little Dog Go?” – Snoopy!!!
Lucy
“I Hate Musicals” – Ruthless!
“I Speak Six Languages” – The 25th Annual Putnam County Spelling Bee
“Sayonara” – How to Eat Like a Child
“Schroeder” – You’re a Good Man, Charlie Brown
Snoopy
“Daisy Hill” – Snoopy!!!
“Just One Person” – Snoopy!!!
“Snoopy” – You’re a Good Man, Charlie Brown
“Suppertime” – You’re a Good Man, Charlie Brown
Ensemble (Altos)
“Never Fall in Love (With an Elf)” – Elf
“Poor Sweet Baby” – Snoopy!!!
“Sing Your Own Song” – Dear Edwina
Ensemble (Baritones/Basses)
“Christmas Is My Favorite Time of Year” – Catch Me If You Can
“Friend” – Snoopy!!!
“The Christmas Box” – Nuncrackers
Ensemble (Contras)
“Just Like That” – A Christmas Story
“Times Like This” – Lucky Stiff
“We Need a Little Christmas” – Mame
Ensemble (Mezzos/Sopranos)
“Don’t Be Anything Less” – Snoopy!!!
“Sing Happy” – Flora, the Red Menace
“Turkey Lurkey Time” – Promises, Promises
Ensemble (Tenors)
“A Christmas Song” – Elf
“Hugo’s First Case” – Tuck Everlasting
“You’re Never Fully Dressed Without a Smile” – Annie
Ensemble (Trebles)
“Middle of a Moment” – James and the Giant Peach
“Sparkle and Shine” – Nativity!
“There Is a Santa Claus” – Elf
Step 4: Select a Monologue
If requested, here are a few audition monologues for A Charlie Brown Christmas:
• “Eggs in a Basket” in 48 Monologues for Kids➝
• “Green Pepper➝” from Cocktails at Pam’s (Estelle)
• “Loyalty” in Fantasy Monologues for Young Actors➝
• “Snowballs” in 48 Monologues for Kids➝
• “The Not-So-Nice List” in Kids’ Comedic Monologues That Are Actually Funny➝
Final Step: Audition Prep
Once you’ve chosen your song, it’s time to start preparing! Grab your FREE Audition Prep Checklist and Stamp Cards to stay organized and motivated for your upcoming auditions!
A Charlie Brown Christmas Song List
Here’s a list of the musical numbers in A Charlie Brown Christmas. Unless you have been asked to, do not choose from the below songs for your audition! The following is more intended to be used for research purposes.
“Christmas Time is Here”
“Snowballs”
“My Own Dog, Gone Commercial”
“Christmas is Coming / Linus & Lucy”
“Finding a Tree”
“Schroeder’s Christmas Concert”
“Hark, the Harold Angels Sing”
Want more songs? Check out these DIY Rep Books for EVERY vocal type!
Author: Stacy Karyn
Stacy Karyn is the founder of Theatre Trip and the author of The Thespian’s Bucket List. She is also the creator of The Cast Album List. Her background includes a BA in Theatre, a TESOL Drama certificate, and professional experience in Broadway and Off-Broadway theaters.
