Audition Songs for Miracle on 34th Street – By Character
Last Updated: January, 2026
When considering audition songs for Miracle on 34th Street (Here’s Love), it’s fitting to choose a lighthearted song 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 Miracle on 34th Street premiered in 1963, the audition songs below are drawn from musicals between the 1950s and 1960s. 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 Miracle on 34th Street.
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.
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The Audition Songs
Doris Walker
“A Little Bit in Love” – Wonderful Town
“I’ve Never Said I Love You” – Dear World
“Poor Little Hollywood Star” – Little Me
“Who Are You Now?” – Funny Girl
Fred Gaily
“Come Back to Me” – On a Clear Day You Can See Forever
“Sweet Charity” – Sweet Charity
“This Is a Great Country” – Mr. President
“With So Little To Be Sure Of” – Anyone Can Whistle
Kris Kringle
“Among My Yesterdays” – The Happy Time
“Once Upon a Time” – All American
“What Makes It Happen?” – Walking Happy
R.H. Macy
“Days Gone By” – She Loves Me
“She Likes Basketball” – Promises, Promises
“Why Should I Wake Up?” – Cabaret
Susan Walker
“Be Kind to Your Parents” – Fanny
“Little Lamb” – Gypsy
“Truly Scrumptious” – Chitty Chitty Bang Bang
Ensemble (Altos)
“Hurry! It’s Lovely Up Here” – On a Clear Day You Can See Forever
“If He Walked Into My Life” – Mame
“Ribbons Down My Back” – Hello, Dolly!
Ensemble (Baritones)
“If I Be Your Best Chance” – Walking Happy
“The Big Black Giant” – Me and Juliet
“Try Me” – She Loves Me
Ensemble (Basses)
“A Wonderful Day Like Today” – The Roar of the Greasepaint, The Smell of the Crowd
“I Love My Wife” – I Do! I Do!
“Real Live Girl” – Little Me
Ensemble (Contras)
“Before the Parade Passes By” – Hello, Dolly!
“If You Hadn’t But You Did” – Two on the Aisle
“We Need a Little Christmas” – Mame
Ensemble (Mezzo-Sopranos)
“I’ll Show Him” – Plain and Fancy
“Sing Happy” – Flora, the Red Menace
“There Won’t Be Trumpets” – Anyone Can Whistle
Ensemble (Sopranos)
“Dear Friend” – She Loves Me
“Will He Like Me?” – She Loves Me
“Wonderful, Wonderful Day” – Seven Brides for Seven Brothers
Ensemble (Tenors)
“Fanny” – Fanny
“I’ve Just Seen Her” – All American
“She Loves Me” – She Loves Me
Step 4: Select a Monologue
If requested, here are a few audition monologues for Miracle on 34th Street:
• “Mother Moon➝” from Fading Joy➝ (Joy)
• “Playing With Fired” in The Best Men’s Monologues from New Plays, 2019➝
• “Snowballs” in 48 Monologues for Kids➝
• “The Ideal Man!” from A Woman of No Importance➝ (Mrs. Allonby)
• “The Not-So-Nice List” in Kids’ Comedic Monologues That Are Actually Funny➝
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!
Miracle on 34th Street Song List
Here’s a list of the musical numbers in Miracle on 34th Street 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:
“The Big Clown Balloons” – Ensemble
“Arm in Arm” – Susan, Doris
“You Don’t Know” – Doris
“Plastic Alligators” – Marvin, Ensemble
“The Bugle” – Kris, Hendrika
“Here’s Love” – Kris, Fred, Ensemble
“My Wish” – Fred, Susan
“Pine Cones And Holly Berries” – Kris, Doris, Marvin
“Look, Little Girl” – Fred
“Look, Little Girl (Reprise)” – Doris
“Expect Things To Happen” – Susan, Kris
Act 2:
“Pine Cones And Holly Berries (Reprise)” – Susan, Kris
“She Hadda Go Back” – Fred, Ensemble
“That Man Over There” – Macy, Ensemble
“My State” – Doris, Macy, Ensemble
“Nothing In Common” – Doris
“Finale” – 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.
