The Best Audition Songs for White Christmas – By Character
If you’re looking for audition songs for White Christmas, it’s best to choose a light-hearted song from classic musical theatre repertoire that matches the show’s tone and suits your vocal type. Be sure to check your audition notice for any specific song guidelines.
Because White Christmas features music from the 1950s, the audition songs below are drawn from musicals between the 1930s and 1950s. 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 White Christmas.
Step 3: Pick an Audition Song
Next, based on your personality and vocal type, decide whether you’d like to audition for the ensemble or a specific character. Just keep in mind that if you audition for a specific character, you still might not be chosen for that particular role.
There’s usually a spot on the audition form asking if you are open to being in the ensemble or accepting a different role. I would suggest ticking that box and taking whatever you are offered. Every role is important, and you will earn valuable experience in a show.
And on that same note, even if you audition for the ensemble (rather than a specific character), there’s always a chance of being cast in a leading or supporting role!
To summarize, keep an open mind and try not to take the process too seriously. And when you’re ready, choose the song that you feel most comfortable with from the list below.
Betty Haynes
“Better Luck Next Time” – Top Hat
“Have Yourself a Merry Little Christmas” – Meet Me in St. Louis
“Honey Bun” – South Pacific
“I Can Cook Too” – On the Town
Bob Wallace
“Beautiful Girl” – Singin’ in the Rain
“Lonely Town” – On the Town
“Lucky to Be Me” – On the Town
“You Were Meant for Me” – Singin’ in the Rain
Judy Haynes
“Always True to You in My Fashion” – Kiss Me, Kate
“Anything Goes” – Anything Goes
“I Get a Kick Out of You” – Anything Goes
“Why Can’t You Behave?” – Kiss Me, Kate
Martha Watson
“A Little Brains, A Little Talent” – Damn Yankees
“It’s a Perfect Relationship” – Bells Are Ringing
“I’m Going Back” – Bells Are Ringing
“One Hundred Easy Ways” – Wonderful Town
Phil Davis
“Nice Work If You Can Get It” – Nice Work If You Can Get It
“Put on a Happy Face” – Bye Bye Birdie
“Singin’ in the Rain” – Singin’ in the Rain
“When the Children Are Asleep” – Carousel
Susan Waverly
“I Gotta Crow” – Peter Pan
“Little Lamb” – Gypsy
“Shy” – Once Upon a Mattress
“Take It on the Chin” – Me and My Girl
Ensemble (Altos)
“Can This Be Love?” – Fine and Dandy
“Nothing More to Say” – Holiday Inn
“My Funny Valentine” – Babes in Arms
Ensemble (Baritones)
“Along With Me” – Call Me Mister
“I Met a Girl” – Bells Are Ringing
“Wooden Wedding” – One Touch of Venus
Ensemble (Basses)
“Just In Time” – Bells Are Ringing
“The Man I Used to Be” – Pipe Dream
“What Chance Have I With Love?” – Louisiana Purchase
Ensemble (Contras)
“Any Place I Hang My Hat Is Home” – St. Louis Woman
“Nobody’s Heart” – By Jupiter
“The Boy Next Door” – Meet Me in St. Louis
Psst… Here’s where you can find out your vocal type!
Ensemble (Mezzo-Sopranos)
“A Little Bit in Love” – Wonderful Town
“Let’s Start the New Year Right” – Holiday Inn
“You Don’t Know” – Here’s Love
Ensemble (Sopranos)
“Falling in Love With Love” – The Boys from Syracuse
“Till There Was You” – The Music Man
“Warm All Over” – The Most Happy Fella
Ensemble (Tenors)
“All I Need Is the Girl” – Gypsy
“Starting at the Bottom” – Fine and Dandy
“The Flower Garden of My Heart” – Pal Joey
Step 4: Select a Monologue
If requested, here are a few audition monologues for White Christmas:
• “Green Pepper➝” from Cocktails at Pam’s (Estelle)
• “In a Minute” from The Anniversary➝ (Tatiana)
• “Play Memory” in Solo!: The Best Monologues of the 80s – Women➝
• “Playing With Fired” in The Best Men’s Monologues from New Plays, 2019➝
• “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!
White Christmas Song List
Here’s a list of the musical numbers in White Christmas, 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.
Act 1:
“Happy Holiday” – Bob, Phil, Ralph
“Happy Holiday” / “Let Yourself Go” – Bob, Phil, Ensemble
“Love and the Weather” – Bob, Betty
“Sisters” – Betty, Judy
“The Best Things Happen While You’re Dancing” – Phil, Judy, Ensemble
“Snow” – Bob, Phil, Betty, Judy, Ensemble
“What Can You Do With a General?” – Martha, Bob, Phil
“Let Me Sing and I’m Happy” – Martha
“Count Your Blessings Instead of Sheep” – Bob, Betty
“Blue Skies” – Bob, Ensemble
Act 2:
“I Love a Piano” – Phil, Judy, Ensemble
“Falling Out of Love Can Be Fun” – Martha, Betty, Judy
“Sisters (Reprise)” – Bob, Phil
“Love, You Didn’t Do Right By Me” / “How Deep Is the Ocean” – Betty, Bob
“The Old Man” – Bob, Ensemble
“Let Me Sing and I’m Happy (Reprise)” – Susan
“How Deep Is the Ocean (Reprise)” – Bob, Betty
“The Old Man (Reprise)” – Bob, Phil, Ralph, Ensemble
“White Christmas” – Company
“I’ve Got My Love to Keep Me Warm” – Company
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Which of these audition songs for White Christmas did you choose?
And what role are you auditioning for? We would love to hear all about it in the comments! And in the meantime, you can check out our database of best audition songs for other musicals.
Author: Stacy Karyn
Stacy Karyn is the founder of Theatre Trip, author of The Thespian’s Bucket List, and creator of The Cast Album List. She holds a BA in theatre and a TESOL drama certificate, with experience working and interning in Broadway and Off-Broadway theaters.
