Actor Job for "Shrek" Musical Casting Men & Women

Hampstead, MD, United States

ID: 214488Exp: 4/17/2023

Description:

Auditions for the musical production of "Shrek". Seeking cast. ONLY LOCAL TALENT WILL BE CONSIDERED. Please see the breakdown below. About the project: "Once upon a time, there was a little ogre named Shrek...." And thus begins the tale of an unlikely hero who finds himself on a life-changing journey alongside a wisecracking Donkey and a feisty princess who resists her rescue. Throw in a short-tempered bad guy, a cookie with an attitude and over a dozen other fairy tale misfits, and you've got the kind of mess that calls for a real hero. Luckily, there's one on hand... and his name is Shrek." Additional info: Callbacks will follow on April 19 from 6:30 to 10:30 pm. To audition for the roles of Fiona, Donkey, Dragon, Farquaad, Pinocchio, or Sugar Plum Fairy/Gingy, prepare the audition cuts: please see the document attached. All other roles should prepare 1 minute of a musical theatre song. When applying, please include a single PDF with your resume and headshot & other information.

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24 roles

FionaFemale20-30 y.o.All ethnicities

The beautiful princess of Far Far Away, she transforms into an ogre every night when the sun sets. Rescued by Shrek and eventually falls in love with him. Quirky, blunt, and multitalented, she is not an ordinary princess. Vocal range top: G5 Vocal range bottom: F3

DonkeyMale20-35 y.o.All ethnicities

A talking donkey who joins Shrek on the run from Farquaad's guards. Quite the chatterbox, he is not deterred by Shrek's looks and practically forces himself into his good graces. Easily frightened and pushy, but also an optimistic with heart. Vocal range top: B4 Vocal range bottom: C3

Lord FarquaadMale30-45 y.o.All ethnicities

The comically short, ruthless ruler of Duloc. He is in search of a princes to marry so that he can become king. Has an intensely unfair bias against fairytale creatures that stems from a resentment of his father. Self-absorbed, lonely, and cruel. Vocal range top: D5 Vocal range bottom: B2

DragonFemale25-45 y.o.All ethnicities

A dragon that has been charged with guarding Princess Fiona in her isolated castle. She eventually falls in love with Donkey and attempts to keep him there forever. Imposing and flirtatious, but tired of her job as the glorified baby-sitter. Vocal range top: Eb5 Vocal range bottom: F3

GingyFemale20-40 y.o.All ethnicities

A gingerbread man initially kidnapped by Lord Farquaad. His wit and resolution help him both avoid trouble and inspire the rest of the fairytale creatures. Puppet. Can be operated by actress appearing as Sugar Plum Fairy. Vocal range top: C#5 Vocal range bottom: B3

PinocchioMale20-40 y.o.All ethnicities

The leader of the fairytale creatures. He is an animated puppet whose nose grows every time he lies. Plenty of sass with a penchant for lying. Vocal range top: F#4 Vocal range bottom: E3

Big Bad WolfMale18-56 y.o.All ethnicities

Fairytale Creature. Ensemble.

Three Little PigsBoth genders18-56 y.o.All ethnicities

Fairytale Creature. Ensemble.

White RabbitBoth genders18-56 y.o.All ethnicities

Fairytale Creature. Ensemble.

Fairy GodmotherFemale18-56 y.o.All ethnicities

Fairytale Creature. Ensemble.

Peter PanMale18-56 y.o.All ethnicities

Fairytale Creature. Ensemble.

Wicked WitchFemale18-56 y.o.All ethnicities

Fairytale Creature. Ensemble.