Audition Songs for Willy Wonka – By Character
When considering audition songs for Roald Dahl’s Willy Wonka, it’s fitting to choose a family-friendly song from 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 Willy Wonka is a musical for young audiences, the audition songs below are all suitable for child performers. 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. Here’s where you can learn more about Roald Dahl’s Willy Wonka➝.
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
Augustus Gloop
“How Lucky You Are” – Seussical
“I Want to Go Home” – Big
“Magic Foot” – The 25th Annual Putnam County Spelling Bee [censor profanity]
Candy Man
“All I Care About” – Chicago
“Sara Lee” – The World Goes ‘Round
“You’re Never Fully Dressed Without a Smile” – Annie
Charlie Bucket
“Counting Down to Christmas” – A Christmas Story
“Electricity” – Billy Elliot
“It’s Possible” – Seussical
Grandpa Joe
“Days Gone By” – She Loves Me
“Look Over There” – La Cage aux Folles
“Something Was Missing” – Annie
Mike Teavee
“Picture Show” – Bonnie & Clyde [Young Clyde’s part]
“Whatcha Gonna Do?” – Chaplin [in your natural accent]
“When I Get My Name in Lights” – The Boy From Oz
Veruca Salt
“Born to Entertain” – Ruthless!
“My New Philosophy” – You’re a Good Man, Charlie Brown
“My Party Dress” – Henry and Mudge
Violet Beauregarde
“I Speak Six Languages” – The 25th Annual Putnam County Spelling Bee
“My Friend, The Dictionary” – The 25th Annual Putnam County Spelling Bee
“Time to Play” – School of Rock
Willy Wonka
“How It Ends” – Big Fish
“Hushabye Mountain” – Chitty Chitty Bang Bang
“The Bottom Line” – Newsies
“The Genius on Cleveland Street” – A Christmas Story
Ensemble (Altos)
“Notice Me, Horton” – Seussical
“Only Pretend” – Peter Pan Live!
“What a Mother Does” – A Christmas Story
Ensemble (Baritones)
“Look At the Sky” – Urinetown
“The Wheel” – Tuck Everlasting
“Wonderful” – Wicked
Ensemble (Basses)
“Havin’ a Hunch” – Seussical
“We Look to You” – The Prom
“You Can’t Trust a Man” – Tuck Everlasting
Ensemble (Contras)
“Just Like That” – A Christmas Story
“More to the Story” – Shrek
“Shine” – Billy Elliot
Ensemble (Mezzos/Sopranos)
“Home” – Beauty and the Beast
“Loud” – Matilda
“The World Above” – The Little Mermaid
Ensemble (Tenors)
“Extraordinary” – Pippin
“Fight the Dragons” – Big Fish
“Proud of Your Boy” – Aladdin
Ensemble (Trebles/Children)
“Silly Old Hat” – Children’s Letters to God
“We’re All Made of Stars” – Finding Neverland
“What If” – The Addams Family
Step 4: Select a Monologue
If requested, here are a few audition monologues for Willy Wonka:
• “I Intend to Be a Queen➝” from You’re a Good Man, Charlie Brown (Lucy)
• “Green Pepper➝” from Cocktails at Pam’s (Estelle)
• “My Favorite Name➝” from Harvey➝ (Elwood)
• “Spell” in Fantasy Monologues for Young Actors➝
• “We’ll Figure It Out” in Monologues for Kids and Tweens➝
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!
Willy Wonka Song List
Here’s a list of the musical numbers in Willy Wonka, 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:
“Pure Imagination” – Wonka
“Golden Age of Chocolate” – Wonka, Oompa-Loompas, Ensemble
“The Candy Man” – Candy Man, Charlie, Ensemble
“I Eat More” – Augustus, Mrs. Gloop, Ensemble
“Think Positive” – Charlie, Mr. Bucket
“I See It All On TV” – Mike, Ms. Teavee
“Cheer Up Charlie” – Grandpa Joe, Mrs. Bucket, Mr. Bucket, Family
“Think Positive (Reprise)” – Charlie
“I’ve Got a Golden Ticket” – Charlie, Grandpa Joe, Wonka, Family, Ensemble
Act 2:
“At The Gates” / “Pure Imagination (Reprise)” – Wonka
“In This Room Here” – Wonka, Kids, Parents
“Oompa-Loompa 1” – Augustus, Oompa-Loompas
“There’s No Knowing” – Wonka, Parents
“Chew It” – Violet, Wonka, Kids
“Oompa-Loompa 2” – Violet, Oompa-Loompas
“Flying” – Charlie, Grandpa Joe
“Burping” – Charlie, Grandpa Joe
“I Want It Now” – Veruca
“Oompa-Loompa 3” – Veruca, Oompa-Loompas
“Oompa-Loompa 4” – Mike, Oompa-Loompas
“Oompa-Loompa 5” – Kids, Oompa-Loompas
“Flying (Reprise)” – Willy Wonka, Grandpa Joe, Charlie
“Finale” – Wonka, Charlie, Grandpa Joe, Company
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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.
