The Best Audition Songs for A Christmas Story – By Character
When considering audition songs for A Christmas Story, it’s fitting to choose a family-friendly song from contemporary musical theatre repertoire that aligns with the tone of the show and suits your vocal type. Always refer to the audition notice for specific guidelines.
Because A Christmas Story premiered in 2009, the audition songs below are drawn from musicals between the 2000s and 2020s. Each one has been carefully hand-picked and reviewed to ensure it matches the show’s style.
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 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
Before choosing a song, find your voice type and range using the Vocal Guide.
Based on your personality and vocal type, decide whether to audition for the ensemble or a specific character. Whatever you choose, try to stay open to other casting possibilities.
When you’re ready, choose a song from below that best fits your voice and style.
Audition Songs for A Christmas Story
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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
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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
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:
• “Red Baron” from You’re a Good Man, Charlie Brown
• “Poor Relation” from George Washington Slept Here
• “The Holidays” from The Twelve Dates of Christmas
• “The Nicest Gift” from White Christmas
• “The President” from The BFG
Step 5: Audition Prep
Choosing the right song is just the beginning! Strong preparation helps you walk into the room with confidence and ready to show what you can do.
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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! This 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
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.
