Audition Songs for Anyone Can Whistle – By Character
Last Updated: January, 2026
When considering audition songs for Anyone Can Whistle, it’s fitting to choose a character-driven 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 Anyone Can Whistle premiered in 1964, the audition songs below are drawn from musicals between the 1960s and 1970s. 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 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 Anyone Can Whistle.
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 range, decide whether you’d prefer to audition for the ensemble or a specific character. Even if you audition for a specific role, stay open to other casting possibilities.
When you’re ready, choose a song from below that best fits your voice and comfort level.
The Audition Songs
Cora Hooper Hoover
“Before the Parade Passes By” – Hello, Dolly!
“I’m Still Here” – Follies [Sondheim]
“Poor Everybody Else” – Seesaw
“Say Yes” – 70, Girls, 70
Fay Apple
“I’m a Brass Band” – Sweet Charity
“Now’s the Time” – Hallelujah, Baby!
“On the Other Side of the Tracks” – Little Me
“Open the Window” – Anne of Green Gables
J. Bowden Hapgood
“If You Can Find Me I’m Here” – Evening Primrose [Sondheim]
“Love, I Hear” – A Funny Thing Happened on the Way to the Forum [Sondheim]
“She Likes Basketball” – Promises, Promises
“Your Eyes Are Blue” – Marry Me a Little [Sondheim]
Ensemble (Altos)
“Open a New Window” – Mame
“The Secret Service” – Mr. President
“The Usher from the Mezzanine” – Fade Out – Fade In
Ensemble (Baritones)
“It Takes a Woman” – Hello, Dolly!
“My Wish” – Miracle on 34th Street
“Two a Day” – Parade
Ensemble (Basses)
“Love Is in the Air” – A Funny Thing Happened… [Sondheim/cut]
“This Is a Great Country” – Mr. President
“Try to Remember” – The Fantasticks
Ensemble (Contras)
“I Put My Hand In” – Hello, Dolly!
“The Story of Lucy and Jessie” – Follies [Sondheim]
“Why Do The Wrong People Travel?” – Sail Away
Ensemble (Mezzo-Sopranos)
“A Quiet Thing” – Flora, the Red Menace
“Sing Happy” – Flora, the Red Menace
“Take Me to the World” – Evening Primrose [Sondheim]
Ensemble (Sopranos)
“I Remember” – Evening Primrose [Sondheim]
“Love Makes the World Go ‘Round” – Carnival
“Magic Moment” – The Gay Life
Ensemble (Tenors)
“I’ve Just Seen Her” – All American
“Stay” – Do I Hear a Waltz? [Sondheim lyrics]
“Take the Moment” – Do I Hear a Waltz? [Sondheim lyrics]
Step 4: Select a Monologue
If requested, here are a few audition monologues for Anyone Can Whistle:
• “Green Pepper➝” from Cocktails at Pam’s (Estelle)
• “I Want You to Meet Harvey➝” from Harvey➝ (Elwood)
• “My Favorite Name➝” from Harvey➝ (Elwood)
• “Well Done, Junior Disaster Committee!➝” from Cry-Baby (Baldwin)
• “Where Is He?➝” from The Father Clock➝ (Flub)
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!
Anyone Can Whistle Song List
Here’s a list of the musical numbers in Anyone Can Whistle, 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:
“Me and My Town” – Cora, Ensemble
“Miracle Song” – Cora, Ensemble
“There Won’t Be Trumpets” – Fay
“Simple” – Hapgood, Company
Act 2:
“A-1 March” – Company
“Come Play Wiz Me” – Fay, Hapgood, Ensemble
“Anyone Can Whistle” – Fay
“A Parade In Town” – Cora
“Everybody Says Don’t” – Hapgood
Act 3:
“I’ve Got You to Lean On” – Cora, Ensemble
“See What It Gets You” – Fay
“Anyone Can Whistle (Reprise)” – Fay
“The Cookie Chase” – Company
“With So Little to Be Sure Of” – Fay, Hapgood
Want more songs? Check out these DIY Rep Books for EVERY vocal type!
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.
