Audition Songs for Holiday Inn – By Character
When considering audition songs for Holiday Inn, 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 Holiday Inn is a 2014 remake of a 1940s film, the audition songs below are drawn from musicals between the 1930s and 1950s. 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 Holiday Inn.
Step 3: Pick an Audition Song
Based on your personality and vocal type, decide whether you’d like to audition for the ensemble or a specific character. Just know that if you audition for a specific character, you still might not be chosen for that particular role.
Be sure to indicate that you’re open to the ensemble or other roles. You’ll gain valuable experience no matter where you’re placed. And remember, even if you audition for the ensemble, you could still be cast in a leading or supporting role.
To summarize, keep an open mind and have fun with this! And when you’re ready, choose the song that you feel most comfortable with from the list below.
The Audition Songs
Jim Hardy
“Just One of Those Things” – High Society
“They Can’t Take That Away From Me” – Crazy for You
“You Were Meant for Me” – Singin’ in the Rain
“You’re Too Far Away” – Nymph Errant
Linda Mason
“Better Luck Next Time” – Top Hat
“Let Me Sing and I’m Happy” – White Christmas
“Once You Lose Your Heart” – Me and My Girl
“You Are My Lucky Star” – Singin’ in the Rain
Ted Hanover
“A Kiss for Cinderella” – Of Thee I Sing
“I Am in Love” – Can-Can
“My Wish” – Miracle on 34th Street
“Treat Me Rough” – Girl Crazy
Ensemble (Altos)
“Can This Be Love?” – Fine and Dandy
“Make It Another Old Fashioned, Please” – Panama Hattie
“My Funny Valentine” – Babes in Arms
Ensemble (Baritones)
“Isn’t This a Lovely Day” – Top Hat
“Nice Work If You Can Get It” – Nice Work If You Can Get It
“September Song” – Knickerbocker Holiday
Ensemble (Basses)
“Easy to Love” – Anything Goes
“What Chance Have I With Love?” – Louisiana Purchase
“You’re Sensational” – High Society
Ensemble (Contras)
“Boy! What Love Has Done to Me” – Girl Crazy
“Have Yourself a Merry Little Christmas” – Meet Me in St. Louis
“Why Can’t You Behave?” – Kiss Me, Kate
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Ensemble (Mezzo-Sopranos)
“A Little Bit in Love” – Wonderful Town
“Goodbye, Little Dream, Goodbye” – Anything Goes
“What Good Is Love?” – Pins and Needles
Ensemble (Sopranos)
“Falling in Love With Love” – The Boys from Syracuse
“So Far” – Allegro
“So in Love” – Kiss Me, Kate
Ensemble (Tenors)
“Starting at the Bottom” – Fine and Dandy
“The Flower Garden of My Heart” – Pal Joey
“That’s the Way It Happens” – Me and Juliet
Step 4: Select a Monologue
If requested, here are a few audition monologues for Holiday Inn:
• “I Don’t Know➝” from Sun Dried➝ (Mary Louise)
• “In a Minute” from The Anniversary➝ (Tatiana)
• “Play Memory” in Solo!: The Best Monologues of the 80s – Women➝
• “Playing With Fired” in The Best Men’s Monologues from New Plays, 2019➝
• “You Won’t Misunderstand Me” from The Goal➝ (Sir Stephen)
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!
Holiday Inn Song List
Here’s a list of the musical numbers in Holiday Inn, 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:
“Steppin’ Out with My Baby” / “I’ll Capture Her Heart” – Jim, Ted, Lila, Ensemble
“The Little Things in Life” – Jim
“Blue Skies” – Jim, Ensemble
“Marching Along With Time” – Linda, Jim
“Heat Wave” – Ted, Lila, Ensemble
“It’s a Lovely Day Today” – Jim, Lila, Louise
“Plenty to Be Thankful For” – Ted, Lila, Ensemble
“Plenty to Be Thankful For (Reprise)” – Linda, Charlie
“Marching Along With Time (Reprise)” – Linda
“Nothing More to Say” – Linda
“Shaking the Blues Away” – Louise, Jim, Ensemble
“White Christmas” – Jim, Linda
“Holiday Inn” / “Happy Holiday” – Jim, Louise, Ensemble
“Let’s Start the New Year Right” – Linda, Ensemble
Act 2:
“You’re Easy to Dance With” – Ted, Ensemble
“Let’s Take an Old-Fashioned Walk” – Jim, Linda
“Be Careful, It’s My Heart” – Jim, Linda
“Cheek to Cheek” – Ted, Linda, Ensemble
“Easter Parade” – Jim, Linda, Ted, Ensemble
“Song of Freedom” – Linda, Ted, Jim, Ensemble
“Let’s Say It with Firecrackers” – Ted, Linda
“Nothing More to Say (Reprise)” – Linda
“White Christmas (Reprise)” – Linda, Jim, Ted
“Finale” – Company
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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.
