Casting Call for "Shrek" the Musical
"Shrek" the musical needs cast. Please see the breakdown below. Rate: Non paid. Additional info: Performers are asked to prepare at least a one minute upbeat Broadway song in the style of the main character you wish to audition for. Character sides will be available the day of auditions. Currently there are no callbacks planned but performers could be asked to attend an additional in person CB or submit additional material online. There are no non-singing roles in this show. Everyone cast is expected to sing and dance in the group numbers. If you are a tap dancer, you may prepare an optional routine up to 1-minute. No accompanist will be provided, however, there will be a speaker w/ Aux chord hookup, a CD player & blue tooth. You may also sing with your handheld device (only instrumental please, no vocals) or a capella. Show performs May 17-19, 2025 & rehearsals could potentially occur on Sunday afternoons, Thursday or Friday evenings. If you plan to be in another show at the same time or plan to go on vacation, etc., please write it on your audition form. Please see the attachments. If you are interested, please apply.
25 roles
Our story's title character. A big, green, terrifying ogre who lives alone on a swamp. He embarks on a journey to rid his land of fairytale creatures and, along the way, falls in love with Fiona. Begins as a grumpy hermit, but reveals his layers and eventually becomes the hero. Vocal range top: G#4 Vocal range bottom: A2
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
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
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
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
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
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
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