Audition Songs for She Loves Me – By Character
Last Updated: January, 2026
When considering audition songs for She Loves Me, it’s fitting to choose an upbeat 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 She Loves Me premiered in 1963 and is set in the 1930s, the audition songs below are drawn from musicals between the 1930s 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 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 She Loves Me.
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
Amalia Balash
“Show Me” – My Fair Lady
“So in Love” – Kiss Me, Kate
“There’s Music in You” – Cinderella
“Warm All Over” – The Most Happy Fella
Arpad Laszlo
“Brotherhood of Man” – How to Succeed in Business
“I Believe in You” – How to Succeed in Business
“Miracle of Miracles” – Fiddler on the Roof
“Singin’ in the Rain” – Singin’ in the Rain
Georg Nowack
“Old Devil Moon” – Finian’s Rainbow
“Sweet Charity” – Sweet Charity
“That’s For Me” – State Fair
“They Can’t Take That Away From Me” – Crazy for You
Ilona Ritter
“Hurry! It’s Lovely Up Here” – On a Clear Day You Can See Forever
“If My Friends Could See Me Now” – Sweet Charity
“On the Other Side of the Tracks” – Little Me
“Where Am I Going?” – Sweet Charity
Ladislav Sipos
“Come Back to Me” – On a Clear Day You Can See Forever
“I Love My Wife” – I Do! I Do!
“My Wish” – Miracle on 34th Street
“That Man Over There” – Miracle on 34th Street
Steven Kodaly
“All I Need Is the Girl” – Gypsy
“Broadway Baby” – Dames at Sea
“Starting at the Bottom” – Fine and Dandy
“Upstairs” – Promises, Promises
Zoltan Maraczek
“Among My Yesterdays” – The Happy Time
“She Likes Basketball” – Promises, Promises
“This Is a Great Country” – Mr. President
“Wanting Things” – Promises Promises
Ensemble (Altos)
“A House Is Not a Home” – Promises, Promises
“Sadie, Sadie” – Funny Girl
“The Usher from the Mezzanine” – Fade Out – Fade In
Ensemble (Baritones)
“It Only Takes a Moment” – Hello, Dolly!
“Nice Work If You Can Get It” – Nice Work If You Can Get It
“Why Should I Wake Up?” – Cabaret
Ensemble (Basses)
“Her Face” – Carnival!
“Not Mine” – Hallelujah, Baby!
“Real Live Girl” – Little Me
Ensemble (Contras)
“Before I Kiss the World Goodbye” – Jennie
“Go Home, Train!” – Fade Out – Fade In
“The Sailor of My Dreams” – Dames at Sea
Ensemble (Mezzo-Sopranos)
“A Quiet Thing” – Flora, the Red Menace
“Is It Really Me?” – 110 in the Shade
“I’ve Never Said I Love You” – Dear World
Ensemble (Sopranos)
“Happy to Keep His Dinner Warm” – How to Succeed in Business
“Somebody, Somewhere” – The Most Happy Fella
“Something You Never Had Before” – The Gay Life
Ensemble (Tenors)
“I’ve Just Seen Her” – All American
“Too Many Tomorrows” – Sweet Charity
“Wondrin’” – Anne of Green Gables
Step 4: Select a Monologue
If requested, here are a few audition monologues for She Loves Me:
• “Green Pepper➝” from Cocktails at Pam’s (Estelle)
• “I’ve Fallen Behind➝” from The Worker➝ (Man)
• “Playing With Fired” in The Best Men’s Monologues from New Plays, 2019➝
• “Very Well➝” from Enemies➝ (She)
• “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!
She Loves Me Song List
Here’s a list of the musical numbers in She Loves Me 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:
“Good Morning, Good Day” – Arpad, Sipos, Ritter, Kodaly, Georg
“Sounds While Selling” – Kodaly, Sipos, Georg, Ensemble
“Days Gone By” – Maraczek
“No More Candy” – Amalia
“Three Letters” – Georg, Amalia
“Tonight at Eight” – Georg
“I Don’t Know His Name” – Amalia, Ritter
“Perspective” – Sipos
“Goodbye, Georg” – Amalia, Georg, Sipos, Kodaly, Arpad, Ritter, Ensemble
“Will He Like Me?” – Amalia
“Ilona” – Kodaly, Sipos, Arpad
“I Resolve” – Ritter
“A Romantic Atmosphere” – Headwaiter, Ensemble
“Mr. Nowack, Will You Please…” – Amalia, Georg, Headwaiter
“Dear Friend” – Amalia
Act 2:
“Try Me” – Arpad
“Where’s My Shoe?” – Amalia, Georg
“Vanilla Ice Cream” – Amalia
“She Loves Me” – Georg
“A Trip to the Library” – Ritter
“Grand Knowing You” – Kodaly
“Twelve Days to Christmas” – Amalia, Georg, Arpad, Sipos, Ritter, Ensemble
“Finale” – Georg, Amalia
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.
