Audition Songs for Nine – By Character
Last Updated: January, 2026
When considering audition songs for Nine, it’s fitting to choose a song from late 20th century 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 Nine premiered in 1982, the audition songs below are drawn from musicals between the 1970s and 1990s. 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 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 about Nine.
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
Carla
“Lost and Found” – City of Angels
“No Man Left for Me” – The Will Rogers Follies
“Only Love” – The Scarlet Pimpernel
“Tom” – Hello Again
Guido
“At the Grand Hotel” – Grand Hotel
“If the World Were Like the Movies” – My Favorite Year
“No One Has Ever Loved Me” – Passion
“There’s Always One You Can’t Forget” – Dance a Little Closer
Luisa
“Loving You” – Passion
“The Last Man in My Life” – Tell Me on a Sunday
“There Is More to Love” – Aspects of Love
“With One Look” – Sunset Boulevard
Young Guido
“I Want to Know” – Big
“No Matter What” – Whistle Down the Wind
“Round-Shouldered Man” – The Secret Garden
“The Beautiful Day” – Scrooge!
Ensemble (Altos)
“A New Life” – Jekyll & Hyde
“How Did I End Up Here?” – Romance/Romance
“Someone Like You” – Jekyll & Hyde
Ensemble (Baritones)
“Dressing Them Up” – Kiss of the Spider Woman
“She’s a Woman” – Kiss of the Spider Woman
“Words He Doesn’t Say” – Romance/Romance
Ensemble (Basses)
“Funny” – City of Angels
“I Waltz Alone” – Grand Hotel
“Other Pleasures” – Aspects of Love
Ensemble (Contras)
“As If We Never Said Goodbye” – Sunset Boulevard
“Living in the Shadows” – Victor/Victoria
“What You Need” – Grand Hotel
Ensemble (Mezzo-Sopranos)
“Autumn” – Starting Here, Starting Now
“Anything But Lonely” – Aspects of Love
“The Night It Had to End” – Romance/Romance
Ensemble (Sopranos)
“Believe” – The Scarlet Pimpernel
“Melodie de Paris” – Phantom
“No One Knows Who I Am” – Jekyll & Hyde
Ensemble (Tenors)
“I Won’t Send Roses” – Mack & Mabel
“Love Can’t Happen” – Grand Hotel
“Love Changes Everything” – Aspects of Love
Step 4: Select a Monologue
If requested, here are a few audition monologues for Nine:
• “Aguinaldo: Mark Twain in Purgatory” in Audition Arsenal for Men in Their 20s➝
• “Do You Know➝” from The Cradle Song➝
• “Going Mad➝” from Always Ridiculous➝
• “Personal➝” from Always Ridiculous➝
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!
Nine Song List
Here’s a list of the musical numbers in Nine, 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:
“Overture Delle Donne” – Company
“Not Since Chaplin” – Company
“Guido’s Song” – Guido
“My Husband Makes Movies” – Luisa
“A Call From the Vatican” – Carla
“Only With You” – Guido
“The Script” – Guido
“Folies Bergéres” – Lilli, Stephanie, Company
“Nine” – Guido’s Mother, Company
“Ti Voglio Bene” / “Be Italian” – Saraghina, Company
“The Bells of St. Sebastian” – Guido, Company
Act 2:
“A Man Like You” / “Unusual Way” / “Contini Submits” – Claudia, Guido
“The Grand Canal” – Guido, Company
“Simple” – Carla
“Be On Your Own” – Luisa
“Not Since Chaplin (Reprise)” – Company
“I Can’t Make This Movie” – Guido
“Getting Tall” – Young Guido
“Long Ago” / “Nine (Reprise)” – Guido, Young Guido, Luisa
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.
