Audition Songs for Sweet Charity – By Character
Last Updated: January, 2026
When considering audition songs for Sweet Charity, 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 Sweet Charity premiered in 1966, the audition songs below are drawn from musicals between the 1940s 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 Sweet Charity.
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
Charity Hope Valentine
“A Little Girl From Little Rock” – Gentlemen Prefer Blondes
“On the Other Side of the Tracks” – Little Me
“Poor Little Hollywood Star” – Little Me
“Satin and Silk” – Silk Stockings
Helene
“A Quiet Thing” – Flora, the Red Menace
“Go Home, Train!” – Fade Out – Fade In
“Hurry! It’s Lovely Up Here” – On a Clear Day You Can See Forever
“I’ve Got What You Want” – The Apple Tree
Nickie
“If He Walked Into My Life” – Mame
“Nobody Does It Like Me” – Seesaw
“Sing Happy” – Flora, the Red Menace
“Wall Street” – Dames at Sea
Oscar Lindquist
“If I Ruled the World” – Pickwick
“She Wasn’t You” – On a Clear Day You Can See Forever
“Wanting Things” – Promises Promises
“Why Should I Wake Up?” – Cabaret
Vittorio Vidal
“Ilona” – She Loves Me
“In My Own Lifetime” – The Rothschilds
“Stay” – Do I Hear a Waltz?
“Take the Moment” – Do I Hear a Waltz?
Ensemble (Altos)
“The Usher from the Mezzanine” – Fade Out – Fade In
“What Did I Have That I Don’t Have?” – On a Clear Day You Can See Forever
“What Is a Woman?” – I Do! I Do!
Ensemble (Baritones)
“Come Back to Me” – On a Clear Day You Can See Forever
“She’s My Love” – Carnival!
“There’s No Reason In the World” – Milk and Honey
Ensemble (Basses)
“Heart” – Damn Yankees
“I Love My Wife” – I Do! I Do!
“Real Live Girl” – Little Me
Ensemble (Contras)
“An Occasional Flight of Fancy” – Skyscraper
“Diamonds Are a Girl’s Best Friend” – Gentlemen Prefer Blondes
“Why Do The Wrong People Travel?” – Sail Away
Ensemble (Mezzo-Sopranos)
“I’m the First Girl in the Second Row” – Look Ma, I’m Dancin’!
“I’ve Never Said I Love You” – Dear World
“Star Tar” – Dames at Sea
Ensemble (Sopranos)
“Love Makes the World Go ‘Round” – Carnival
“Something You Never Had Before” – The Gay Life
“Yes, My Heart” – Carnival!
Ensemble (Tenors)
“I Will Follow You” – Milk and Honey
“I’ve Just Seen Her” – All American
“Wondrin’” – Anne of Green Gables
Step 4: Select a Monologue
If requested, here are a few audition monologues for Sweet Charity:
• “Green Pepper➝” from Cocktails at Pam’s (Estelle)
• “It’s Never One Thing➝” from Shows for Days (Irene)
• “Where Is He?➝” from The Father Clock➝ (Flub)
• “Wholeheartedly in Love” from Overruled➝
• “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!
Sweet Charity Song List
Here’s a list of the musical numbers in Sweet Charity, 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:
“You Should See Yourself” – Charity
“Big Spender” – Ensemble
“Charity’s Soliloquy” – Charity
“If My Friends Could See Me Now” – Charity
“Too Many Tomorrows” – Vittorio
“There’s Gotta Be Something Better Than This” – Nickie, Helene, Charity
“I’m The Bravest Individual” – Charity, Oscar
Act 2:
“The Rhythm Of Life” – Daddy Brubeck, Ensemble
“Baby, Dream Your Dream” – Nickie, Helene
“Sweet Charity” – Oscar
“Where Am I Going?” – Charity
“I’m A Brass Band” – Charity, Ensemble
“I Love To Cry At Weddings” – Herman, Rosie, Nickie, Helene, Ensemble
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.
