The Best Audition Songs for A Christmas Story – by Character
Do you have an upcoming audition for A Christmas Story? Well unless you have specifically been asked to sing a song from the show that you’re auditioning for, it’s generally best not to. That said, you should still show off similar vocals and personality. So here’s our list of audition songs for A Christmas Story, broken down by character.
Since A Christmas Story is a contemporary musical, the following songs are from the 2000s – 2020s. There are also lots of character pieces below to match the musical’s style.
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Step 1: Read your audition details
Please read your audition details carefully, as they sometimes specify the type of song they’d like to hear (a ballad, something upbeat, 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 Christmas Story.
Step 3: Pick an audition song
Next, based on your personality and vocal type, decide whether you’d like to audition for the ensemble or a specific character. Just keep in mind that if you audition for a specific character, you still might not be chosen for that particular role.
There’s usually a spot on the audition form asking if you are open to being in the ensemble or accepting a different role. I would suggest ticking that box and taking whatever you are offered. Every role is important, and you will earn valuable experience in a show.
And on that same note, even if you audition for the ensemble (rather than a specific character), there’s always a chance of being cast in a leading or supporting role!
To summarize, keep an open mind and try not to take the process too seriously. And when you’re ready, choose the song that you feel most comfortable with from the list below.
Jean Shepherd/Narrator
*This is not a singing role, but in case a song is requested:
“Coffee Shop Nights” – Curtains
“I Miss the Music” – Curtains
“Just Like Him” – Elf
Mother
“After All of This and Everything” – Freaky Friday
“Anywhere But Here” – Honeymoon in Vegas
“I’ll Be Here” – Ordinary Days
“So Big / So Small” – Dear Evan Hansen
Ralphie Parker
“It’s Possible” – Seussical
“Maybe He Likes Me” – The Man in the Ceiling
“Picture Show” – Bonnie & Clyde [Young Clyde’s part]
“There Is a Santa Claus” – Elf
Randy Parker
“A Letter From Charlie Bucket” – Charlie and the Chocolate Factory
“Almost Nearly Perfect” – Charlie and the Chocolate Factory
“Middle of a Moment” – James and the Giant Peach
“On Your Way Home” – James and the Giant Peach
The Old Man
“A Day for the Cat In the Hat” – Seussical
“Be the Hero” – Big Fish
“Everything’s Golden” – Tuck Everlasting
“Magic Foot” – The 25th Annual Putnam County Spelling Bee
Ensemble (Altos)
“Never Fall in Love (With an Elf)” – Elf
“No More Fear” – Freaky Friday
“My Most Beautiful Day” – Tuck Everlasting
Ensemble (Baritones)
“Christmas Is My Favorite Time of Year” – Catch Me If You Can
“The Wheel” – Tuck Everlasting
“Top of the World” – Tuck Everlasting
Ensemble (Basses)
“Now Is Not the Time” – Mrs Henderson Presents
“We Look to You” – The Prom
“Welcome to the World” – A Man of No Importance
Ensemble (Contras)
“Just Breathe” – The Prom
“Playing Nancy” – Groundhog Day
“There Was John” – Tootsie
Psst… Here’s where you can find out your vocal type!
Ensemble (Mezzos/Sopranos)
“Days and Days” – Fun Home
“My Grand Plan” – The Lightning Thief
“Two Men in My Life” – Big Fish
Ensemble (Tenors)
“Almost There” – The Man in the Ceiling
“Archer” – Now. Here. This.
“Whaddya Do” – Tootsie
Ensemble (Trebles/Children)
“Noah Down the Stairs” – Caroline, or Change
“Up on the Fridge” – Dear Edwina
“We’re All Made of Stars” – Finding Neverland
Step 4: Select a monologue
If requested, here are a few audition monologues for A Christmas Story:
• “A Pony for Christmas” in Kids’ Comedic Monologues That Are Actually Funny➝
• “Lemonade for the Mailman” in Monologues for Kids and Tweens➝
• “Snowballs” in 48 Monologues for Kids➝
• “The Not-So-Nice List” in Kids’ Comedic Monologues That Are Actually Funny➝
• “We’ll Figure It Out” in Monologues for Kids and Tweens➝
Final Step: Audition Prep
Once you’ve gathered your materials and studied the show, it’s time to start preparing. Need help? Here’s a FREE audition prep checklist to stay organized for future auditions!
Want more songs? Check out these DIY Rep Books for EVERY vocal type!
A Christmas Story Song List
Here’s a list of the musical numbers in A Christmas Story, along with which characters sing in each of them. 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 character research purposes.
* That said, if you’ve specifically been asked to sing a song from the show, you can find the sheet music for the best possible audition songs below.
Act 1:
“Counting Down to Christmas” – Ralphie, The Parkers, Ensemble
“At Higbee’s” – Ensemble
“Red Ryder” – Ralphie
“Counting Down to Christmas (Reprise)” – Ralphie, Company
“The Genius on Cleveland Street” – The Old Man
“When You’re a Wimp” – Ensemble
“Ralphie to the Rescue” – Ralphie, Miss Shields, The Old Man, Mother, Randy, Ensemble
“What a Mother Does” – Mother
“Sticky Situation” – Ralphie, Flick, Schwartz, Ensemble
“A Major Award” – The Old Man, Mother, Ensemble
“Act One Finale” – Ralphie, Ensemble
Act 2:
“A Kid At Christmas” – Ensemble
“Just Like That” – Mother
“Up on Santa’s Lap” – Santa, Ralphie, Randy, Ensemble
“Before the Old Man Comes Home” – The Parkers
“Somewhere Hovering Over Indiana” – Ralphie, Randy, Ensemble
“A Christmas Story” – The Parkers, Company
Which of these audition songs for A Christmas Story did you choose?
And what role are you auditioning for? We would love to hear all about it in the comments! And in the meantime, you can check out our database of best audition songs for other musicals.
Need extra help? Just go through this free audition prep checklist!
Author: Stacy Karyn
Stacy Karyn is the founder of Theatre Trip, author of The Thespian’s Bucket List, and creator of The Cast Album List. She holds a BA in theatre and a TESOL drama certificate, with experience working and interning in Broadway and Off-Broadway theaters.