The Best Audition Songs for A Little Princess – by Character
Do you have an upcoming audition for A Little Princess? 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 Little Princess, broken down by character.
Since A Little Princess is a contemporary musical, the songs below are from contemporary musicals as well. In addition, there is a classic/timeless vibe to many of the following in order to match the style of the show.
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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: Get to know the show
In casting calls, they often ask for you to be “familiar with the show”. And even if it’s not requested, it’s generally assumed. One way to do this is to listen to the A Little Princess cast album➝ while reading through the synopsis.
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.
Becky
“No Matter What” – Whistle Down the Wind
“Only Pretend” – Peter Pan Live!
“The Life I Never Led” – Sister Act
“The Oldest Orphan” – Daddy Long Legs
Captain Crewe
“A Chance For Me” – Amazing Grace
“Night Will Come” – Groundhog Day
“Love Who You Love” – A Man of No Importance
“The Life That You Wished For” – Chaplin
Miss Amelia
“My House” – Matilda
“Pathetic” – Matilda
“This Little Girl” – Matilda
“When the Music Played” – Doctor Zhivago
Miss Minchin
“A Little Bit Less Than” – It Shoulda Been You
“Astonishing” – Little Women
“Nice” – It Shoulda Been You
“What They Never Tell You” – It Shoulda Been You
Sara Crewe
“Crossing a Bridge” – Anastasia
“Princess” – A Man of No Importance
“In My Dreams” – Anastasia
“Times Are Hard for Dreamers” – Amélie
Ensemble (Altos)
“Close the Door” – Anastasia
“Here Alone” – Little Women
“The Fire Within Me” – Little Women
Ensemble (Baritones)
“How I Am” – Little Women
“She Thinks I’m Old” – Daddy Long Legs
“Where Are All the People?” – Chaplin
Ensemble (Basses)
“Deep Into the Ground” – Billy Elliot
“Now Is Not the Time” – Mrs Henderson Presents
“Welcome to the World” – A Man of No Importance
Ensemble (Contras)
“Days of Plenty” – Little Women
“Thin Air” – Amélie
“Woman” – The Pirate Queen
Psst… Here’s where you can find out your vocal type!
Ensemble (Mezzo-Sopranos)
“Better” – Little Women
“Like Other Girls” – Daddy Long Legs
“Sister’s Pickle” – Amélie
Ensemble (Sopranos)
“How Will I Know?” – Death Takes a Holiday
“I Still Believe” – Amazing Grace
“What Only Love Can See” – Chaplin
Ensemble (Tenors)
“I’ll Be There” – The Pirate Queen
“My Petersburg” – Anastasia
“The Cuddles Mary Gave” – A Man of No Importance
Step 4: Select a monologue
If requested, here are a few audition monologues for A Little Princess:
• “Blue Stockings” in Contemporary Monologues for Teenagers: Female➝
• “My Sister in This House” in Solo!: The Best Monologues of the 80s – Women➝
• “Nothing But Misfortune” from Poor John➝ (John)
• “The Grace of Mary Traverse” in Solo!: The Best Monologues of the 80s – Women➝
• “Tommy Has Proposed” from An Ideal Husband➝ (Mabel)
Final Step: Prepare for your audition
After collecting your materials and getting familiar with the show, it’s time to move forward with the actual preparation. If you’re in need of some guidance on this step, you can always go through this FREE audition prep checklist!
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A Little Princess Song List
Here’s a list of the musical numbers in A Little Princess, 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.
Act 1:
“Good Luck, Bonne Chance” – Sara, Ensemble
“Soon, My Love” – Captain Crewe, Sara, Ensemble
“Live Out Loud” – Sara
“Let Your Heart Be Your Compass” – Sara, Becky, Ensemble
“Isn’t That Always the Way” – Captain Crewe
“The Widow Zuma” – Ermengarde, Sara, Lottie
“Lucky” – Miss Minchin
“If the Tables Were Turned” – Becky, Sara, Ermengarde, Lottie
“Timbuktu Delirium” – Ensemble
“Be a Princess” – Sara, Lavinia, Ermengarde, Lottie, Ensemble
“Soldier On” – Sara
Act 2:
“Another World” – Sara
“Almost Christmas” – Sara, Ensemble
“Captain Crewe” – Pasko
“Once Upon A Time” – Miss Amelia
“Broken Old Doll” – Becky
“Timbuktu” – Becky, Sara, Ensemble
“Soon” – Pasko, Sara, Becky, Miss Minchin
“Gossip” – Ermengarde, Lottie, Lavinia, Becky, Ensemble
“Compass (Reprise)” – Ensemble
“Finale” – Company
Which of these audition songs for A Little Princess 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, a TESOL drama certificate, and has worked and interned with Broadway and Off-Broadway theaters.