The Best Audition Songs for Matilda – by Character

Do you have an upcoming audition for Matilda? Well unless you have specifically been asked to sing a song from the show that you’re auditioning for, it’s generally best not to. That said, you should still show off similar vocals and personality. So here’s our list of audition songs for Matilda, broken down by character.

Since Matilda is a 2010s musical, the following songs are from shows between the 2000s – 2020s. There are also lots of magical selections below to match the musical’s style.

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Step 1: Read your audition details

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.

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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 Matilda.

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Step 3: Pick an audition song

Next, based on your personality and vocal type, decide whether you’d like to audition for the ensemble or a specific character. Just keep in mind that if you audition for a specific character, you still might not be chosen for that particular role.

There’s usually a spot on the audition form asking if you are open to being in the ensemble or accepting a different role. I would suggest ticking that box and taking whatever you are offered. Every role is important, and you will earn valuable experience in a show.

And on that same note, even if you audition for the ensemble (rather than a specific character), there’s always a chance of being cast in a leading or supporting role!

To summarize, keep an open mind and try not to take the process too seriously. And when you’re ready, choose the song that you feel most comfortable with from the list below.

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Matilda Wormwood

“Almost Nearly Perfect” – Charlie and the Chocolate Factory

“Everlasting” – Tuck Everlasting

“Halfway” – Amélie

“I Know It’s Today” – Shrek

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Miss Honey

“Better” – Little Women

“I Don’t Need a Roof” – Big Fish

“Sister’s Pickle” – Amélie

“Sylvia’s Lullaby” – Finding Neverland

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Miss Agatha Trunchbull

“I Want the Good Times Back” – The Little Mermaid

“Just Around the Corner” – The Addams Family

“Play With Your Food” – Honk!

“They Don’t Know” – Thoroughly Modern Millie

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Mr. Wormwood

“A Bit Misunderstood” – The Three Little Pigs

“Everything’s Golden” – Tuck Everlasting

“Sennett Song” – Chaplin

“The Genius on Cleveland Street” – A Christmas Story

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Mrs. Wormwood

“Amayzing Mayzie” – Seussical

“Brimstone and Treacle” – Mary Poppins

“It’s a Privilege to Pee” – Urinetown

“Life With Harold” – The Full Monty

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Ensemble (Altos)

“Here Alone” – Little Women

“Live Out Loud” – A Little Princess

“My Most Beautiful Day” – Tuck Everlasting

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Ensemble (Baritones)

“How I Am” – Little Women

“How It Ends” – Big Fish

“It Must Be Believed to Be Seen” – Charlie and the Chocolate Factory

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Ensemble (Basses)

“Deep Into the Ground” – Billy Elliot

“Everything About You” – Groundhog Day

“Night Will Come” – Groundhog Day

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Ensemble (Contras)

“Grow” – The Great British Bake Off Musical

“It’s Not About Me” – The Prom

“Whatever Time I Have” – Mrs Henderson Presents

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Psst… Here’s where you can find out your vocal type!

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Ensemble (Mezzo-Sopranos)

“All That Matters” – Finding Neverland

“Monster” – Frozen

“Waiting” – The Addams Family

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Ensemble (Sopranos)

“How Will I Know?” – Death Takes a Holiday

“I Still Believe” – Amazing Grace

“What Only Love Can See” – Chaplin

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Ensemble (Tenors)

“A Bit Misunderstood” – The Three Little Pigs

“Good Kid” – The Lightning Thief

“Seventeen” – Tuck Everlasting

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Ensemble (Trebles/Children)

“A Letter From Charlie Bucket” – Charlie and the Chocolate Factory

“Electricity” – Billy Elliot

“It’s Possible” – Seussical

“Whatcha Gonna Do?” – Chaplin

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Step 4: Select a monologue

If requested, here are a few audition monologues for Matilda:

• “Flying” in Fantasy Monologues for Young Actors➝

• “Rooms” in Fantasy Monologues for Young Actors➝

• “Spell” in Fantasy Monologues for Young Actors➝

• “The Flying Dream” in 48 Monologues for Kids➝

• “Thoughts” in Fantasy Monologues for Young Actors➝

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Final Step: Audition Prep

Once you’ve gathered your materials and studied the show, it’s time to focus on the preparation. Need guidance? Download this FREE audition prep checklist to stay on track!

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Want more songs? Check out these DIY Rep Books for EVERY vocal type!

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Matilda Song List

Here’s a list of the musical numbers in Matilda, 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.

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Act 1:

“Miracle” – Mrs. Wormwood, Mr. Wormwood, Matilda, Ensemble

“Naughty” – Matilda

“Acrobat Story I” – Matilda, Mrs. Phelps, Acrobat, Escapologist

“School Song” – Kids

“Pathetic” – Miss Honey

“The Hammer” – Miss Trunchbull, Kids, Miss Honey

“Naughty (Reprise)” – Matilda

“Chokey Chant” – Kids

“Loud” – Mrs. Wormwood, Rudolpho, Ensemble

“This Little Girl” – Miss Honey

“Acrobat Story II” – Matilda, Mrs. Phelps, Escapologist, Acrobat’s Sister

“Bruce” – Kids

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Act 2:

“Telly” – Mr. Wormwood

“When I Grow Up” – Kids, Miss Honey, Matilda

“Acrobat Story III” – Matilda, Mrs. Phelps, Acrobat, Escapologist

“Acrobat Story IV” – Matilda, Acrobat’s Sister, Escapologist

“The Smell of Rebellion” – Miss Trunchbull, Kids

“Quiet” – Matilda

“My House” – Miss Honey, Escapologist

“Revolting Children” – Kids

“When I Grow Up (Reprise)” – Company

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Which of these audition songs for Matilda did you choose?

And what role are you auditioning for? We would love to hear all about it in the comments! And in the meantime, you can check out our database of best audition songs for other musicals.

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Need extra help? Just go through this free audition prep checklist!

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Author: Stacy Karyn

Stacy Karyn is the founder of Theatre Trip, author of The Thespian’s Bucket List, and creator of The Cast Album List. She holds a BA in theatre and a TESOL drama certificate, with experience working and interning in Broadway and Off-Broadway theaters.

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