Audition Songs for A Little Princess – By Character
When considering audition songs for A Little Princess, it’s fitting to choose a lyrical or expressive song from contemporary musical theatre repertoire that aligns with the show’s tone and suits your vocal type. Always refer to the audition notice for specific guidelines.
Because A Little Princess is a musical that premiered in 2004, the audition songs below are drawn from musicals between the 2000s and 2020s. 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 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 Little Princess.
Step 3: Pick an Audition Song
Based on your personality and vocal type, decide whether you’d like to audition for the ensemble or a specific character. Just know that if you audition for a specific character, you still might not be chosen for that particular role.
Be sure to indicate that you’re open to the ensemble or other roles. You’ll gain valuable experience no matter where you’re placed. And remember, even if you audition for the ensemble, you could still be cast in a leading or supporting role.
To summarize, keep an open mind and have fun with this! And when you’re ready, choose the song that you feel most comfortable with from the list below.
The Audition Songs
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)
“Here Alone” – Little Women
“Like Other Girls” – Daddy Long Legs
“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)
“Close the Door” – Anastasia
“Days of Plenty” – Little Women
“Woman” – The Pirate Queen
Psst… Here’s where you can find out your vocal type!
Ensemble (Mezzo-Sopranos)
“Around the World” – Grey Gardens
“Beyond My Wildest Dreams” – The Little Mermaid
“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: 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 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
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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.
