The Best Audition Songs for Daddy Long Legs – By Character
When considering audition songs for Daddy Long Legs, it’s fitting to choose a lyrical song from contemporary 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 Daddy Long Legs premiered in 2009, the audition songs below are drawn from musicals between the 2000s and 2020s. Each one has been carefully hand-picked and reviewed to ensure it matches the show’s style.
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 Daddy Long Legs.
Step 3: Pick an Audition Song
When you’re ready, choose a song from below that best fits your voice and style.
Audition Songs for Daddy Long Legs
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Jerusha
“Crossing a Bridge” – Anastasia
“Don’t Say Another Word” – Next Thing You Know
“In My Dreams” – Anastasia
“Nothing Stops Another Day” – Ghost
“Portrait of a Girl” – Bare
“See I’m Smiling” – The Last Five Years
“Sister’s Pickle” – Amélie
“Times Are Hard for Dreamers” – Amélie
“When the Music Played” – Doctor Zhivago
Jervis
“1876” – The Story of My Life
“Everything to Win” – Anastasia
“Favorite Places” – Ordinary Days
“Run Away With Me” – The Mad Ones
“The Wheel” – Tuck Everlasting
“Thin Air” – Amélie
“What Would You Do?” – If/Then
“When the Booth Goes Bright” – Amélie
“You Don’t Need to Love Me” – If/Then
Step 4: Select a Monologue
If requested, here are a few audition monologues for Daddy Long Legs:
• “Choices” from The New Sincerity
• “Close to You” from Almost, Maine
• “Like Anywhere Else” from Almost, Maine
• “People Write Too Much” from The Genius
• “The Word Beautiful” from Punk Rock
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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Daddy Long Legs Song List
Here’s a list of the musical numbers in Daddy Long Legs, 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:
“The Oldest Orphan in the John Grier Home” – Jerusha
“Who Is This Man?” – Jerusha
“Mr. Girl Hater” – Jerusha, Jervis
“She Thinks I’m Old” – Jervis
“Like Other Girls” – Jerusha, Jervis
“Things I Didn’t Know” – Jerusha, Jervis
“What Does She Mean By Love?” – Jervis
“I’m a Beast” – Jerusha
“When Shall We Meet?” – Jervis
“The Secret of Happiness” – Jerusha
“The Color of Your Eyes” – Jerusha, Jervis
Act 2:
“My Manhattan” – Jervis
“I Couldn’t Know Someone Less” – Jerusha
“The Man I’ll Never Be” – Jervis
“The Secret of Happiness (Reprise)” – Jervis, Jerusha
“Graduation Day” – Jerusha, Jervis
“Charity” – Jervis
“I Have Torn You From My Heart” – Jerusha
“I’m A Beast (Reprise)” – Jervis
“All This Time” – Jerusha, Jervis
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.
