Audition Songs for Moana JR. – By Character
When considering audition songs for Moana JR., it’s fitting to choose a family-friendly song from Disney or 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 Moana JR. is a Disney JR. musical, the audition songs below are all suitable for young performers. 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 Disney song, 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. Here’s where you can learn more about Moana JR.➝
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
Chief Tui
“Hans of the Southern Isles” – Frozen
“Some Girls” – Once on This Island
“Vows” – Freaky Friday
Gramma Tala
“Daybreak” – Amazing Grace
“I Know the Truth” – Aida
“Shadowland” – The Lion King
Hei Hei
“I Gotta Crow” – Peter Pan
“If I Wasn’t So Small” – Piglet’s Big Movie [2000s film/non-theatre]
“Santa’s Little Teapot” – Nuncrackers
“When I Am Older” – Frozen 2 [2010s film/non-theatre]
Maui
“Another Pyramid” – Aida
“Lost in the Woods” – Frozen 2 [2010s film/non-theatre]
“Piragua” – In the Heights
“Why Should I Worry?” – Oliver & Company [1980s film/non-theatre]
Moana
“The Fire Within Me” – Little Women
“Parents Lie” – Freaky Friday
“Waiting for Life” – Once on This Island
“Where Am I Now?” – Lysistrata Jones
Sina
“After All of This and Everything” – Freaky Friday
“Someone’s Waiting for You” – The Rescuers [1970s film/non-theatre]
“The Human Heart” – Once on This Island
Tamatoa
“I Want the Good Times Back” – The Little Mermaid
“The Past Is Another Land” – Aida
“What You Got” – Freaky Friday
Ensemble (Altos)
“Forever Yours” – Once on This Island
“One Perfect Moment” – Bring It On
“True Love” – Frozen
Ensemble (Baritones)
“He Mele No Lilo” – Lilo & Stitch [2000s film/non-theatre]
“They Live in You” – The Lion King
“One Step Closer” – The Little Mermaid
Ensemble (Basses)
“If I Can’t Love Her (Reprise)” – Beauty and the Beast
“Nowhere Left to Run” – Amazing Grace
“Reindeers Are Better Than People” – Frozen
Ensemble (Contras)
“Close the Door” – Anastasia
“Dangerous to Dream” – Frozen
“Every Story Is a Love Story” – Aida
Psst… Here’s where you can find out your vocal type!
Ensemble (Mezzo-Sopranos)
“Beyond My Wildest Dreams” – The Little Mermaid
“Monster” – Frozen
“Part of Your World” – The Little Mermaid
Ensemble (Sopranos)
“He Lives in You (Reprise)” – The Lion King
“The Sea of Life” – The Pirate Queen
“The World Above” – The Little Mermaid
Ensemble (Tenors)
“Endless Night” – The Lion King
“Her Voice” – The Little Mermaid
“Proud of Your Boy” – Aladdin
Step 4: Select a Monologue
If requested, here are a few audition monologues for Moana JR:
• “Flying” in Fantasy Monologues for Young Actors➝
• “Heir Apparently Not” in Kids’ Comedic Monologues That Are Actually Funny➝
• “I Intend to Be a Queen➝” from You’re a Good Man, Charlie Brown (Lucy)
• “Spell” in Fantasy Monologues for Young Actors➝
• “We’ll Figure It Out” in Monologues for Kids and Tweens➝
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!
Moana JR. Song List
Here’s a list of the musical numbers in Moana JR., 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.
“In the Beginning” / “Tulou Tagaloa” – Ensemble
“Where You Are (Part 1 and 2)” – Chief Tui, Sina, Hei Hei, Pua, Moana, Gramma Tala, Ensemble
“How Far I’ll Go” – Moana, Pua, Hei Hei, Ensemble
“We Know the Way” – Ensemble
“Where You Are (Reprise)” – Gramma Tala
“How Far I’ll Go (Reprise)” – Moana, Gramma Tala, Ensemble
“You’re Welcome” – Maui, Ensemble
“Warrior Face” – Maui, Moana, Ensemble
“Shiny (Parts 1 and 2)” – Tamatoa, Ensemble
“Warrior Face (Reprise)/Logo Te Pate” – Moana, Maui, Ensemble
“Song of the Ancestors” – Gramma Tala, Moana, Ensemble
“Know Who You Are” – Moana, Ensemble
“Te Fiti Restored” – Ensemble
“Tulou Tagaloa (Reprise)” – Ensemble
“We Know the Way (Finale)” – 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.
