Audition Songs for Meet Me in St. Louis – By Character
Last Updated: January, 2026
When considering audition songs for Meet Me in St. Louis, 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 Meet Me in St. Louis is a 1989 musical based on a 1944 film, the audition songs below are from 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 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 the cast album is a great way to do that. Here’s where you can learn more about Meet Me in St. Louis.
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 range, decide whether you’d prefer to audition for the ensemble or a specific character. Even if you audition for a specific role, stay open to other casting possibilities.
When you’re ready, choose a song from below that best fits your voice and comfort level.
The Audition Songs
Esther Smith
“A Wonderful Guy” – South Pacific
“I Enjoy Being a Girl” – Flower Drum Song
“It’s a Perfect Relationship” – Bells Are Ringing
John Truitt
“There But For You Go I” – Brigadoon
“Young and Foolish” – Plain and Fancy
“Younger Than Springtime” – South Pacific
Katie
“I Gotta Crow” – Peter Pan
“The Love of My Life” – Brigadoon
“We Deserve Each Other” – Me and Juliet
Mr. Smith
“More I Cannot Wish You” – Guys and Dolls
“The Man I Used to Be” – Pipe Dream
“Those Were The Good Old Days” – Damn Yankees
Mrs. Smith
“A Cockeyed Optimist” – South Pacific
“I Never Know When” – Goldilocks
“Something Wonderful” – The King and I
Rose Smith
“Love, Look Away” – Flower Drum Song
“Sweet Thursday” – Pipe Dream
“The Next Time It Happens” – Pipe Dream
Ensemble (Altos)
“Everybody’s Got a Home But Me” – Pipe Dream
“I’m Not At All In Love” – The Pajama Game
“Nothing More to Say” – Holiday Inn
Ensemble (Baritones)
“Along With Me” – Call Me Mister
“Gotta Dance” – Look Ma, I’m Dancin’!
“She’s My Love” – Carnival!
Ensemble (Basses)
“Just In Time” – Bells Are Ringing
“Once in Love with Amy” – Where’s Charley?
“You Were Meant for Me” – Singin’ in the Rain
Ensemble (Contras)
“Boy! What Love Has Done to Me” – Girl Crazy
“Nobody’s Heart” – By Jupiter
“Why Can’t You Behave?” – Kiss Me, Kate
Ensemble (Mezzo-Sopranos)
“A Little Bit in Love” – Wonderful Town
“That’s Him” – One Touch of Venus
“You Don’t Know” – Here’s Love
Ensemble (Sopranos)
“Till There Was You” – The Music Man
“To Keep My Love Alive” – A Connecticut Yankee
“Wonderful, Wonderful Day” – Seven Brides for Seven Brothers
Ensemble (Tenors)
“Come to Me, Bend to Me” – Brigadoon
“Old Devil Moon” – Finian’s Rainbow
“The Flower Garden of My Heart” – Pal Joey
Step 4: Select a Monologue
If requested, here are a few audition monologues for Meet Me in St. Louis:
• “He May Come” from Easter➝
• “How Strange Everything Is➝” from The Three Sisters➝ (Vershinin)
• “I Must Say” from The Importance of Being Earnest➝ (Lady Bracknell)
• “I Shall Go Mad!” from Fourteen➝
• “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!
Meet Me in St. Louis Song List
Here’s a list of the musical numbers in Meet Me in St. Louis, 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:
“Meet Me in St. Louis” – Tootie, Lon, Agnes, Grandpa, Mrs. Smith, Esther
“The Boy Next Door” – Esther
“Meet Me in St. Louis (Reprise)” – Grandpa, Agnes, Rose, Esther, Tootie
“Whenever I’m With You” – Lon, Rose, Esther, Grandpa, Agnes, Tootie
“You’ll Hear a Bell” – Mrs. Smith
“A Raving Beauty” – Warren, Rose
“Skip to My Lou” – Lon, Warren, Rose, Ensemble
“Under the Bamboo Tree” – Tootie, Agnes, Esther
“Over the Bannister” – John
“The Trolley Song” – Esther, Ensemble
Act 2:
“Touch of the Irish” – Katie, Rose, Esther
“Boy Next Door (Reprise)” – John, Esther
“A Day in New York” – Mr. Smith, Mrs. Smith, Rose, Esther, Katie, Grandpa
“You’ll Hear a Bell (Reprise)” – Mrs. Smith
“Wasn’t It Fun?” – Mr. and Mrs. Smith
“The Banjo” – Ensemble
“You Are for Loving” – John, Esther
“Have Yourself a Merry Little Christmas” – Esther
“Trolley Song (Reprise)” – Ensemble
“Meet Me in St. Louis (Reprise)” – Company
Want more songs? Check out these DIY Rep Books for EVERY vocal type!
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.
