"Shrek" the Musical Seeking Cast
Main Stage auditions for "Shrek" the musical. Actors required. Please see the details below. About the project: PLOT: Based on the Oscar-winning DreamWorks Animation film, Shrek The Musical is a Tony Award-winning fairy tale adventure, featuring all new songs from Jeanine Tesori (Thoroughly Modern Millie; Caroline, or Change) and a sidesplitting book by David Lindsay-Abaire. Shrek brings all the beloved characters you know from the film to life on stage and proves there’s more to the story than meets the ears. “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: Please prepare a 16 – 32 bar cut of a musical theatre song either from the show or in a similar style. An accompanist will be provided. There will be a dance call portion of Auditions. Please wear footwear you are comfortable dancing in if you are asked to stay and dance. Please bring possible rehearsal and/or performance conflicts to the auditions. Video submissions will be accepted if you are unable to make either audition date: see the attachment. Callbacks will be by invitation only. PERFORMANCE DATES: Saturday November 1st at 8pm Sunday November 2nd at 2pm Wednesday November 5th at 2pm Saturday November 8th at 2pm Saturday November 8th at 8pm Sunday November 9th at 2pm Friday November 14th at 8pm Saturday November 15th at 8pm Sunday November 16th at 2pm Wednesday November 19 at 10am Saturday November 22nd at 2pm Saturday November 22nd at 8pm The Following are potential add-ons that should be treated as actual performances: Sunday November 2nd at 6:30pm Thursday November 6th at 7:30pm Friday November 7th at 7:30pm Sunday November 9th at 6:30pm Thursday November 13th at 7:30pm Sunday November 16th at 6:30pm Thursday November 20th at 7:30pm Sunday November 23rd at 2pm If you are interested, please apply.
36 roles
(High Baritone) – Our story’s title character. A big, green, terrifying ogre who lives alone in 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. Excellent singer and actor.
(Soprano/High Belter) – 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 multi-talented, she is not an ordinary princess. Excellent singer and actor with great comic timing; tap dancing is a plus.
(High Baritone/Tenor or Alto with High Belt) – 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 the ogre’s good graces. Easily frightened and pushy, but also an optimist with heart. Excellent singer and comic actor with a huge personality.
(High Baritone) – The comically short, ruthless ruler of Duloc. He is in search of a princess 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. Excellent singer and comic actor.
(Alto with Big Belt) – 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. She sings “Forever” with her Knight back-up singers. May double as a fairytale creature.
(Tenor with falsetto or Soprano/Alto) – The leader of the fairytale creatures. Although portrayed by a live actor, Pinocchio is an animated puppet whose nose grows every time he lies. Plenty of sass with a penchant for lying, he leads the troupe of Fairytale Creatures in the musical numbers “Story of My Life” and “Freak Flag.”
(High Baritone) – Shrek’s father. Sings a beautiful duet with Mama Ogre to young Shrek in the opening number “Big, Bright, Beautiful World.” May double as a fairytale creature.
(Alto) – Shrek’s mother. Sings a beautiful duet with Papa Ogre to young Shrek in the opening number “Big, Bright, Beautiful World.” May double as a fairytale creature.
(Soprano with Strong Belt) – Princess Fiona as a teenager. Sings a solo in “I Know It’s Today” with Young Fiona and Fiona. May double as a fairytale creature.
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. This character is portrayed with a puppet, which may be voiced and operated by actor appearing as Sugar Plum Fairy. Comedic voice required.
(Tenors or Baritones with ability to sing tight harmony and German Accent) – Fairytale creatures with solo/trio work in “Story of My Life,” “Freak Flag” and “This is Our Story.”
FAIRYTALE CREATURES: (all have featured roles, whether with lines, solos, dances, or action).
FAIRYTALE CREATURES: (all have featured roles, whether with lines, solos, dances, or action).
FAIRYTALE CREATURES: (all have featured roles, whether with lines, solos, dances, or action).
FAIRYTALE CREATURES: (all have featured roles, whether with lines, solos, dances, or action).
FAIRYTALE CREATURES: (all have featured roles, whether with lines, solos, dances, or action).
FAIRYTALE CREATURES: (all have featured roles, whether with lines, solos, dances, or action).
FAIRYTALE CREATURES: (all have featured roles, whether with lines, solos, dances, or action).
FAIRYTALE CREATURES: (all have featured roles, whether with lines, solos, dances, or action).
FAIRYTALE CREATURES: (all have featured roles, whether with lines, solos, dances, or action).
FAIRYTALE CREATURES: (all have featured roles, whether with lines, solos, dances, or action).
FAIRYTALE CREATURES: (all have featured roles, whether with lines, solos, dances, or action).
FAIRYTALE CREATURES: (all have featured roles, whether with lines, solos, dances, or action).
DANCERS: will dance in a number of scenes.
DANCERS: will dance in a number of scenes.
DANCERS: will dance in a number of scenes.
DANCERS: will dance in a number of scenes.
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