5 Excellent Traditional Audition Songs For Girls Under 12

Having trouble finding a go-to traditional audition song for a young girl?

Here I've listed some solid Traditional Musical Theatre songs appropriate for girls under 12, or young female-identifying actresses, that will work for any Golden Age Musical audition.

The Golden Age of Broadway ranges from shows written between the 1940s to the late 1960/70s. Notable composers and lyricists of that time include Rodgers and Hammerstein, Charles Strouse, Lerner and Lowe, Cole Porter, and more.

Each of these songs fall perfectly between overdone and obscure, with tunes just famous enough to leave the creative team wanting more.

1. I Want It Now - Willy Wonka (Movie)

Julie Dawn Cole was cast as the unforgettable Veruca Salt in 1970. Her song, "I Want It Now!" on DVD: http://amzn.to/1J420RL Cool T-shirt: http://www.zazzle.com/i_want_it_now_t_shirt-235822091038957665 Julie Dawn Cole (born 26 October 1957) is an English television, film and stage actress who has been active for some 40 years.

Written right at the end of the Golden Age era of music, “I Want It Now” is from the 1971 movie, Willy Wonka & The Chocolate Factory. The tune is sung by the spoiled-rotten princess, Veruca Salt, who is used to having everything handed to her. A fun song to sing for any young actress looking to embrace their bratty side!

2. I Always Knew -Annie Warbucks

A track from the Annie Warbucks Original Soundtrack, sung by Kathryn Zaremba. Annie Warbucks was the second attempt at an Annie sequel and it ran for 200 shows off-Broadway.

Annie Warbucks was the second attempt at an Annie sequel, running for 200 shows off-Broadway. With music and lyrics by original Annie creators, Charles Strouse and Martin Charnin, “I Always Knew” is the perfect song to showcase your little star.

3. Born to Entertain - Ruthless

Apologies for the poor quality.* Cult musical Ruthless has just opened in Arts Theatre, London. It's a satire of the world of ambitious, show children and their pushy parents, producers and press agents. 14-year-old Anya Evans, one of four girls playing the role of Tina Denmark, performs 'Born to Entertain' live on WhatsOnStage Facebook page on 18th May 2018.

With music by Marvin Laird and book/lyrics by Joel Paley, Ruthless! The Musical is an all female musical that spoofs Broadway musicals, like Gypsy and Mame, and movies such as The Bad Seed and All About Eve. “Born To Entertain” is a classic that showcases confidence in performing!

4. I Know Now - Snoopy The Musical (The World According to Snoopy)

Uploaded by Stefanos Fereos on 2018-01-27.

Otherwise known as The World According to Snoopy, Snoopy The Musical is a sequel to You’re A Good Man Charlie Brown. “I Know Now” is an upbeat, matter-of-fact tune with excellent lyrics that will win the heart of any casting director.

5. A Cockeyed Optimist - South Pacific

Brett Cooper performs "Cockeyed Optimist" from SOUTH PACIFIC at a musical theatre workshop taught by Diane Hardin and Bob Marks in NYC, February 2012.

Kids have an optimism unlike anyone else. Written by Rodgers and Hammerstein for the musical South Pacific, “A Cockeyed Optimist” is the perfect audition song to make anyone smile.

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