The Best Audition Songs for Anne of Green Gables – by Character
Do you have an upcoming audition for Anne of Green Gables? 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 Anne of Green Gables, broken down by character.
Since Anne of Green Gables is a 1960s musical, the following songs are from between the 1950s – 1960s. There are also lots of light-hearted vibes below to match the musical’s style.
* This post is intended for those auditioning for the 1965 version of Anne of Green Gables by Norman Campbell.
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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 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 Anne of Green Gables.
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, decide which character you’d like to audition for. And finally, choose a suitable song from the list below!
Anne Shirley
“Doll on a Music Box” – Chitty Chitty Bang Bang
“In My Own Little Corner” – Cinderella
“Little Lamb” – Gypsy
“Love Makes the World Go ‘Round” – Carnival
Diana Barry
“Gary, Indiana” – The Music Man
“I Won’t Grow Up” – Peter Pan
“The Perfect Nanny” – Mary Poppins
“Truly Scrumptious” – Chitty Chitty Bang Bang
Gilbert Blythe
“If I Be Your Best Chance” – Walking Happy
“It’s a Lovely Day Today” – Call Me Madam
“Love, I Hear” – A Funny Thing Happened on the Way to the Forum
“That’s the Way It Happens” – Me and Juliet
Matthew Cuthbert
“My Wish” – Miracle on 34th Street
“That Man Over There” – Miracle on 34th Street
“You Two” – Chitty Chitty Bang Bang
Miss Muriel Stacy
“A Quiet Thing” – Flora, the Red Menace
“Sing Happy” – Flora, the Red Menace
“Sweet Thursday” – Pipe Dream
Ensemble (Altos)
“Be Kind to Your Parents” – Fanny
“Hurry! It’s Lovely Up Here” – On a Clear Day You Can See Forever
“Open a New Window” – Mame
Ensemble (Baritones)
“She Wasn’t You” – On a Clear Day You Can See Forever
“Summertime Love” – Greenwillow
“What Makes It Happen?” – Walking Happy
Ensemble (Basses)
“Once Upon a Time” – All American
“Real Live Girl” – Little Me
“Try to Remember” – The Fantasticks
Ensemble (Contras)
“Hey, Look Me Over” – Wildcat
“Tender Shepherd” – Peter Pan
“World, Take Me Back” – Hello, Dolly!
Psst… Here’s where you can find out your vocal type!
Ensemble (Mezzo-Sopranos)
“A Lovely Night” – Cinderella
“I’ll Show Him” – Plain and Fancy
“You’ve Got Possibilities” – It’s a Bird… It’s a Plane… It’s Superman
Ensemble (Sopranos)
“A Spoonful of Sugar” – Mary Poppins
“Magic Moment” – The Gay Life
“Supercalifragilisticexpialidocious” – Mary Poppins
Ensemble (Tenors)
“She Loves Me” – She Loves Me
“The Flower Garden of My Heart” – Pal Joey
“Younger Than Springtime” – South Pacific
Step 4: Select a monologue
If requested, here are a few audition monologues for Anne of Green Gables:
• “My Shares Are Worthless➝” from A Little Princess (Miss Minchin)
• “The Pact” in 48 Monologues for Kids➝
• “Wilderness of Mirrors” in Audition Arsenal for Men in Their 20s➝
• “You Know What➝” from You’re a Good Man, Charlie Brown (Patty)
• “You Won’t Misunderstand Me” from The Goal➝ (Sir Stephen)
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!
Anne of Green Gables Song List
Here’s a list of the musical numbers in Anne of Green Gables, 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:
“Where is Matthew Going?” – Ensemble
“Gee, I’m Glad I’m No One Else But Me” – Anne
“We Clearly Requested a Boy” – Marilla, Matthew, Anne
“The Facts” – Anne, Marilla, Mrs Spencer, Mrs Blewett
“Humble Pie” – Matthew, Anne
“Apology” – Anne
“Back to School” – Ensemble
“Wond’rin’” – Gilbert
“Did You Hear?” – Ensemble
“Ice Cream” – Anne, Diana, Ensemble
Act 2:
“Summer” – Ensemble
“Kindred Spirits” – Anne, Diana
“Open the Window” – Miss Stacy
“When I Say My Say” / “The Words” – Matthew
“I’ll Show Him” – Anne, Gilbert
“General Store” – Ensemble
“Anne of Green Gables” – Matthew
“If It Hadn’t Been For Me” / “Reprises” – Company
Which of these audition songs for Anne of Green Gables 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.