The Best Audition Songs for South Pacific – By Character
When considering audition songs for South Pacific, it’s fitting to choose a 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 South Pacific premiered in 1949, the audition songs below are drawn from musicals between the 1940s and 1960s. Each one has been carefully hand-picked and reviewed to ensure it matches the show’s style.
Note: This post contains affiliate links. If you purchase through these links, we may earn a small commission at no extra cost to you. For more details, please see our full disclosure.
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 South Pacific.
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 South Pacific
✨ Want audition material that gets you noticed? Explore monologues, songs, and guidance on finding your casting lane inside The Theatre Trip Archive on Patreon!
Bloody Mary
“Any Place I Hang My Hat Is Home” – St. Louis Woman
“Cry Like the Wind” – Do Re Mi
“I Never Has Seen Snow” – House of Flowers
“Lazy Afternoon” – The Golden Apple
Emile de Becque
“A Fellow Needs a Girl” – Allegro
“I’ll Never Say No” – The Unsinkable Molly Brown
“She’s My Love” – Carnival!
“The Highest Judge of All” – Carousel
Jerome/Ngana
* Since these two only speak French, it would be beneficial to sing one of the following in French!
“The Perfect Nanny” – Mary Poppins French Version | French Lyrics
“Truly Scrumptious” – Chitty Chitty Bang Bang French Version
“Where Is Love?” – Oliver! French Version
Lt. Joseph Cable
“Her Face” – Carnival!
“Restless Heart” – Fanny
“You Are Never Away” – Allegro
“Young and Foolish” – Plain and Fancy
Nellie Forbush
“A Little Bit in Love” – Wonderful Town
“How Are Things in Glocca Morra?” – Finian’s Rainbow
“Sweet Thursday” – Pipe Dream
“The Gentleman Is a Dope” – Allegro
Ensemble (Altos)
“Everybody’s Got a Home But Me” – Pipe Dream
“I Enjoy Being a Girl” – Flower Drum Song
“Make It Another Old Fashioned, Please” – Panama Hattie
Ensemble (Baritones)
“Shall I Take My Heart” – Goldilocks
“That’s For Me” – State Fair
“The Big Black Giant” – Me and Juliet
Ensemble (Basses)
“My Time of Day” – Guys and Dolls
“On the Street Where You Live” – My Fair Lady
“Welcome Home” – Fanny
Ensemble (Contras)
“It’s a Lovely Day Tomorrow” – Louisiana Purchase
“I’ve Still Got My Health” – Panama Hattie
“Nobody’s Heart” – By Jupiter
Ensemble (Mezzo-Sopranos)
“Give Me Your Tired, Your Poor” – Miss Liberty
“Love, Look Away” – Flower Drum Song
“Something Wonderful” – The King and I
Ensemble (Sopranos)
“Come Home” – Allegro
“So Far” – Allegro
“You’ll Never Walk Alone” – Carousel
Ensemble (Tenors)
“Geraniums in the Winder” – Carousel
“Old Devil Moon” – Finian’s Rainbow
“The Flower Garden of My Heart” – Pal Joey
Step 4: Select a Monologue
If requested, here are a few audition monologues for South Pacific:
• “Nothing But Misfortune” from The Cradle Song
• “Play Memory” in Solo!: The Best Monologues of the 80s – Women➝
• “Wholeheartedly in Love” from Overruled
• “Wilderness of Mirrors” in Audition Arsenal for Men in Their 20s➝
• “You Won’t Misunderstand Me” from The Goal
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.
Join Theatre Trip’s free Patreon Tier for:
☑ Your Audition Prep Checklist
☑ Printable Audition Stamp Cards
☑ Updates when new audition tools are added
Grab your free printables here →
South Pacific Song List
Here’s a list of the musical numbers in South Pacific, 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:
“Dites-Moi” – Ngana, Jerome
“A Cockeyed Optimist” – Nellie
“Twin Soliloquies” – Nellie, Emile
“Some Enchanted Evening” – Emile
“Bloody Mary” – Ensemble
“There Is Nothin’ Like a Dame” – Billis, Ensemble
“Bali Hai” – Bloody Mary
“I’m Gonna Wash That Man Right Outa My Hair” – Nellie, Ensemble
“Some Enchanted Evening (Reprise)” – Emile, Nellie
“A Wonderful Guy” – Nellie, Ensemble
“Bali Ha’i (Reprise)” – Ensemble
“Younger Than Springtime” – Cable
“A Wonderful Guy (Reprise)” / “This is How it Feels” – Nellie, Emile
Act 2:
“Happy Talk” – Bloody Mary
“Honey Bun” – Nellie, Billis, Ensemble
“You’ve Got to Be Carefully Taught” – Cable
“This Nearly Was Mine” – Emile
“Some Enchanted Evening (Reprise)” – Nellie
“Honey Bun (Reprise)” – Company
“Finale” – Nellie, Ngana, Jerome, Emile
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.
