The Best Audition Songs for Merrily We Roll Along
When considering audition songs for Merrily We Roll Along, it’s fitting to choose a song in the style of Sondheim from 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 Merrily We Roll Along premiered in 1981, the audition songs below are drawn from musicals between the 1970s and 1990s. 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 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 Merrily We Roll Along.
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 Merrily We Roll Along
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Charley Kringas
“If You Can Find Me I’m Here” – Evening Primrose
“It Wasn’t Meant to Happen” – Marry Me a Little
“Multitudes of Amys” – Company
“Need to Know” – Weird Romance
Franklin Shepard
“Finishing the Hat” – Sunday in the Park with George
“Lesson #8” – Sunday in the Park with George
“Marry Me a Little” – Company
“Someone Is Waiting” – Company
Mary Flynn
“And I Was Beautiful” – Dear World
“Losing My Mind” – Follies
“Time Heals Everything” – Mack & Mabel
“Where Is the Warmth?” – The Baker’s Wife
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Ensemble (Altos)
“Children and Art” – Sunday in the Park with George
“In Buddy’s Eyes” – Follies
“We Can Make It” – The Rink
Ensemble (Baritones)
“Easier to Love” – Baby
“Just One Person” – Snoopy!!!
“The Kid Inside” – Is There Life After High School?
Ensemble (Basses)
“Fear No More” – The Frogs
“Live Alone and Like It” – Putting It Together
“Marry Me” – The Rink
Ensemble (Contras)
“Gifts of Love” – The Baker’s Wife
“I Don’t Want to Know” – Dear World
“I’m Still Here” – Follies
Ensemble (Mezzos/Sopranos)
“Another Hundred People” – Company
“Colored Lights” – The Rink
“Take Me to the World” – Evening Primrose
Ensemble (Tenors)
“Being Alive” – Company
“I Chose Right” – Baby
“I Want to Make Magic” – Fame
Step 4: Select a Monologue
If requested, here are a few audition monologues for Merrily We Roll Along:
• “Better Shape Up” from They’re Playing Our Song
• “Cupid Strikes” from They’re Playing Our Song
• “Doing It For Me” from A Chorus Line
• “Garage Recitals” from A Chorus Line
• “On Stage” from A Life in the Theatre
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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Merrily We Roll Along Song List
Here’s a list of the musical numbers in Merrily We Roll Along, 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 1:
“Merrily We Roll Along” – Company
“That Frank” – Franklin, Ensemble
“Like It Was” – Mary
“Franklin Shepard, Inc.” – Charley
“Old Friends” – Franklin, Charley, Mary
“Not a Day Goes By” – Franklin
“Now You Know” – Mary, Company
Act 2:
“It’s a Hit!” – Joe, Franklin, Mary, Charley
“Merrily We Roll Along (Reprise)” – Company
“Good Thing Going” – Charley, Franklin
“Bobby and Jackie and Jack” – Charley, Beth, Franklin, Ted
“Not a Day Goes By (Reprise)” – Franklin, Mary
“Opening Doors” – Franklin, Charley, Mary, Joe, Beth
“Our Time” – Franklin, Charley, Mary, Company
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.
