The Best Audition Songs for Anne of Green Gables
When considering audition songs for Anne of Green Gables, it’s fitting to choose a lighthearted song from classic 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 Anne of Green Gables premiered in 1965, the audition songs below are drawn from musicals between the 1950s and 1960s. Each one has been carefully hand-picked and reviewed to ensure it matches the show’s style.
* This post is intended for the 1965 version of Anne of Green Gables by Norman Campbell.
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 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
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 Anne of Green Gables
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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
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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!
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:
• “A Real Passport” from The Cherry Orchard
• “He May Come” from Easter
• “People Write Too Much” from The Genius
• “That Awful Place” from The Children’s Hour
• “The Country” from George Washington Slept Here
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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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! 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:
“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
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.
