The Best Audition Songs for Funny Girl – By Character
When considering audition songs for Funny Girl, it’s fitting to choose a theatrical 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 Funny Girl premiered in 1964, the audition songs below are drawn from musicals between the 1940s and 1960s. 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 comedic, 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 Funny Girl.
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 Funny Girl
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Fanny Brice
“A Quiet Thing” – Flora, the Red Menace
“I’ll Show Him” – Plain and Fancy
“I’m the First Girl in the Second Row” – Look Ma, I’m Dancin’!
“Sing Happy” – Flora, the Red Menace
Mrs. Brice / Mrs. Strakosh
“Gooch’s Song” – Mame
“If He Walked Into My Life” – Mame
“Open a New Window” – Mame
“We Need a Little Christmas” – Mame
Nick Arnstein
“It Takes a Woman” – Hello, Dolly!
“I’ve Got Your Number” – Little Me
“Too Close for Comfort” – Mr. Wonderful
“Wooden Wedding” – One Touch of Venus
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Ensemble (Altos)
“On the Other Side of the Tracks” – Little Me
“Poor Little Hollywood Star” – Little Me
“The Usher from the Mezzanine” – Fade Out – Fade In
Ensemble (Baritones)
“Asking For You” – Do Re Mi
“My Wish” – Miracle on 34th Street
“Young and Foolish” – Plain and Fancy
Ensemble (Basses)
“I Don’t Remember You” – The Happy Time
“I Love My Wife” – I Do! I Do!
“Not Mine” – Hallelujah, Baby!
Ensemble (Contras)
“An Occasional Flight of Fancy” – Skyscraper
“Go Home, Train!” – Fade Out – Fade In
“Miss Marmelstein” – I Can Get It for You Wholesale
Ensemble (Mezzo-Sopranos)
“I’ve Never Said I Love You” – Dear World
“Shopping Around” – Wish You Were Here
“That’s the Way It Happens” – Me and Juliet
Ensemble (Sopranos)
“I Wanted to Change Him” – Hallelujah, Baby!
“Magic Moment” – The Gay Life
“Now’s the Time” – Hallelujah, Baby!
Ensemble (Tenors)
“Fanny” – Fanny
“That’s the Way It Happens” – Me and Juliet
“Too Many Tomorrows” – Sweet Charity
Step 4: Select a Monologue
If requested, here are a few audition monologues for Funny Girl:
• “Brass Bands and Confetti” from My One and Only
• “It Happens to Every Actress” from A Matter of Husbands
• “Some Crazy Poem” from Mack & Mabel
• “The Trouble With Marriage” from Sweet and Twenty
• “Twelve Floperoos” from Dames at Sea
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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Funny Girl Song List
Here’s a list of the musical numbers in Funny Girl, 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 I:
“If A Girl Isn’t Pretty” – Mrs. Brice, Mrs. Strakosh, Ensemble
“I’m The Greatest Star” – Fanny
“Cornet Man” – Fanny, Ensemble
“Who Taught Her Everything?” – Eddie, Mrs. Brice
“His Love Makes Me Beautiful” – Fanny, Ensemble
“I Want To Be Seen with You Tonight” – Nick, Fanny
“Henry Street” – Ensemble
“People” – Fanny
“You are Woman, I am Man” – Nick, Fanny
“Don’t Rain On My Parade” – Fanny
Act II:
“Sadie, Sadie” – Fanny, Ensemble
“Find Yourself A Man” – Eddie, Mrs. Brice, Mrs. Strakosh
“Rat-Tat-Tat-Tat” – Fanny, Ensemble
“Who Are You Now” – Fanny
“The Music That Makes Me Dance” – Fanny
“Funny Girl / Don’t Rain On My Parade (Reprise)” – Fanny
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.
