Audition Songs for How the Grinch Stole Christmas! – By Character
When considering audition songs for How the Grinch Stole Christmas!, it’s fitting to choose a festive or character-driven song that aligns with the tone of the show and suits your vocal type. Always refer to the audition notice for specific guidelines.
Because How the Grinch Stole Christmas! premiered in 1994, the audition songs below are drawn from musicals between the 1990s and 2020s. 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 upbeat, 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 a cast album is a great way to do that. Here’s where you can learn about How the Grinch Stole Christmas!
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
Cindy Lou Who
“Everlasting” – Tuck Everlasting
“Halfway” – Amélie
“On Your Way Home” – James and the Giant Peach
“Up on the Fridge” – Dear Edwina
Old Max
“Christmas Is My Favorite Time of Year” – Catch Me If You Can
“Everything’s Golden” – Tuck Everlasting
“Welcome to the World” – A Man of No Importance
“You Can’t Trust a Man” – Tuck Everlasting
The Grinch
“Diamond in the Rough” – Aladdin
“Don’t Be the Bunny” – Urinetown
“Friends on the Other Side” – Princess and the Frog [2000s film/non-theatre]
“I Hate People” – Scrooge!
Young Max
“In Summer” – Frozen
“Last One Picked” – Whoop-Dee-Doo! [censor profanity]
“When I Am Older” – Frozen 2 [2010s film/non-theatre]
“World’s Greatest Dad” – Elf
Ensemble (Altos)
“Never Fall in Love (With an Elf)” – Elf
“Sing Your Own Song” – Dear Edwina
“What a Mother Does” – A Christmas Story
Ensemble (Baritones)
“Alone in the Universe” – Seussical
“How Lucky You Are” – Seussical
“The Genius on Cleveland Street” – A Christmas Story
Ensemble (Basses)
“I Like Life” – Scrooge!
“Love Sneaks In” – Dirty Rotten Scoundrels
“Reindeers Are Better Than People” – Frozen
Ensemble (Contras)
“I’m Not That Girl” – Wicked
“Just Like That” – A Christmas Story
“Sister Act” – Sister Act
Psst… Here’s where you can find out your vocal type!
Ensemble (Mezzos/Sopranos)
“He Was Tall” – Cinderella
“Morning Person” – Shrek
“Watch What Happens” – Newsies
Ensemble (Tenors)
“A Bit Misunderstood” – The Three Little Pigs
“Hans of the Southern Isles” – Frozen
“Hugo’s First Case” – Tuck Everlasting
Ensemble (Trebles/Children)
“Counting Down to Christmas” – A Christmas Story
“I Know It’s Today” – Shrek
“There Is a Santa Claus” – Elf
Step 4: Select a Monologue
If requested, here are a few audition monologues for How the Grinch Stole Christmas!:
• “A Pony for Christmas” in Kids’ Comedic Monologues That Are Actually Funny➝
• “Loyalty” in Fantasy Monologues for Young Actors➝
• “Snowballs” in 48 Monologues for Kids➝
• “The Not-So-Nice List” in Kids’ Comedic Monologues That Are Actually Funny➝
• “Unite” in Fantasy Monologues for Young Actors➝
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!
How the Grinch Stole Christmas! Song List
Here’s a list of the musical numbers in How the Grinch Stole Christmas!, 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.
“Who Likes Christmas?” – Ensemble
“This Time of Year” – Old Max, Young Max
“I Hate Christmas Eve” – The Grinch, Young Max, Ensemble
“Whatchama Who” – The Grinch, Ensemble
“Welcome, Christmas” – Ensemble
“I Hate Christmas Eve (Reprise)” – The Grinch
“It’s the Thought That Counts” – Ensemble
“One of a Kind” – The Grinch
“Now’s the Time” – Papa Who, Mama Who, Grandma Who, Grandpa Who
“You’re a Mean One, Mr. Grinch” – Old Max, Young Max, The Grinch
“Santa for a Day” – Cindy Lou Who, The Grinch
“You’re a Mean One, Mr. Grinch (Reprise)” – Old Max
“Who Likes Christmas? (Reprise)” – Ensemble
“One of a Kind (Reprise)” – Young Max, The Grinch, Cindy Lou Who
“This Time of Year (Reprise)” – Old Max
“Welcome, Christmas (Reprise)” – Ensemble
“Santa For a Day (Reprise)” – Company
“Who Likes Christmas? (Reprise)” – 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.
