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Urgent! Seeking Cast for Upcoming Shows

Montclair, NJ, United States
ID: 285458Exp: 5/16/2025
online audition
Description:

Actors sought for "Shrek" the musical & "A Midsummer Night's Dream". ONLY LOCAL TALENT WILL BE CONSIDERED. See the details below. About the project: Introducing the Montclair Theater Festival. This vibrant one-day event features family-friendly shows like Shrek the Musical and Shakespeare’s A Midsummer Night’s Dream, alongside performances from local artists, food trucks, and hands-on activities for all ages. "Shrek": Get ready for big laughs, catchy songs, and a whole lot of heart! Shrek The Musical brings the beloved animated film to life on stage, following a grumpy ogre, a wisecracking donkey, and a feisty princess on an unforgettable adventure. Packed with humor, surprises, and a powerful message about acceptance and being true to yourself, this show is fun for the whole family. "A Midsummer Night’s Dream": Magic, mischief, and mayhem take center stage in this fast-paced, one-hour version of Shakespeare’s classic comedy. A Midsummer Night’s Dream weaves together the tangled lives of lovers, fairies, and foolish mortals, all caught in a wild night of enchantment. With timeless language and playful twists, this abridged adaptation makes the Bard’s most whimsical tale accessible and delightful for all ages. Additional info: Looking for all experience levels. Callbacks (In Person): Sunday, May 25, 2025 10:00 - 5:00 PM or Wednesday, May 28th 7:00 - 10:00 PM. If you are unable to attend in person, Zoom or video callback options are available. Rehearsals: June 3 - July 11 (Tuesday/Thursday evenings and Sundays until tech week). Performance Date: Saturday, July 12, 2025 (Rain date: Sunday, July 13). If you are interested, please apply.

49 roles

SHREKMale18-56 y.o.All ethnicities

(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. "SHREK"

PRINCESS FIONAFemale18-56 y.o.All ethnicities

(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. "SHREK"

DONKEYBoth genders18-56 y.o.All ethnicities

(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. "SHREK"

LORD FARQUAADMale18-56 y.o.All ethnicities

(High Baritone) – 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. Actor must be able to play this role on his knees for the whole show. "SHREK"

DRAGONFemale18-56 y.o.All ethnicities

(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.. "SHREK"

PINOCCHIOBoth genders18-56 y.o.All ethnicities

(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.” "SHREK"

PAPA OGREMale18-56 y.o.All ethnicities

(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. "SHREK"

MAMA OGREFemale18-56 y.o.All ethnicities

(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. "SHREK"

TEEN FIONAFemale18-20 y.o.All ethnicities

(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. "SHREK"

SUGAR PLUM FAIRY/GINGYBoth genders18-56 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. This character is portrayed with a puppet, which may be voiced and operated by an actor appearing as Sugar Plum Fairy. Comedic voice required. "SHREK"

3 LITTLE PIGSMale18-56 y.o.All ethnicities

(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.” "SHREK"

Wicked WitchFemale18-56 y.o.All ethnicities

FAIRYTALE CREATURE (has featured role(s), whether with lines, solos, dances, or action). "SHREK"

Humpty DumptyMale18-56 y.o.All ethnicities

FAIRYTALE CREATURE (has featured role(s), whether with lines, solos, dances, or action). "SHREK"

Big Bad WolfMale18-56 y.o.All ethnicities

FAIRYTALE CREATURE (has featured role(s), whether with lines, solos, dances, or action). "SHREK"

Papa BearMale18-56 y.o.All ethnicities

FAIRYTALE CREATURE (has featured role(s), whether with lines, solos, dances, or action). "SHREK"

Mama BearFemale18-56 y.o.All ethnicities

FAIRYTALE CREATURE (has featured role(s), whether with lines, solos, dances, or action). "SHREK"

Baby BearBoth genders18-30 y.o.All ethnicities

FAIRYTALE CREATURE (has featured role(s), whether with lines, solos, dances, or action). "SHREK"

Ugly DucklingBoth genders18-56 y.o.All ethnicities

FAIRYTALE CREATURE (has featured role(s), whether with lines, solos, dances, or action). "SHREK"

Peter PanMale18-56 y.o.All ethnicities

FAIRYTALE CREATURE (has featured role(s), whether with lines, solos, dances, or action). "SHREK"

Shoemaker’s ElfBoth genders18-56 y.o.All ethnicities

FAIRYTALE CREATURE (has featured role(s), whether with lines, solos, dances, or action). "SHREK"

White RabbitBoth genders18-56 y.o.All ethnicities

FAIRYTALE CREATURE (has featured role(s), whether with lines, solos, dances, or action). "SHREK"

Mad HatterMale18-56 y.o.All ethnicities

FAIRYTALE CREATURE (has featured role(s), whether with lines, solos, dances, or action). "SHREK"

Fairy GodmotherFemale18-56 y.o.All ethnicities

FAIRYTALE CREATURE (has featured role(s), whether with lines, solos, dances, or action). "SHREK"

Blind MiceBoth genders18-56 y.o.All ethnicities

FAIRYTALE CREATURE (has featured role(s), whether with lines, solos, dances, or action). "SHREK"

Dragon SingersBoth genders18-56 y.o.All ethnicities

FAIRYTALE CREATURE (has featured role(s), whether with lines, solos, dances, or action). "SHREK"

MirrorBoth genders18-56 y.o.All ethnicities

FAIRYTALE CREATURE (has featured role(s), whether with lines, solos, dances, or action). "SHREK"

KnightsMale18-56 y.o.All ethnicities

FAIRYTALE CREATURE (has featured role(s), whether with lines, solos, dances, or action). "SHREK"

Grumpy DwarfBoth genders18-56 y.o.All ethnicities

FAIRYTALE CREATURE (has featured role(s), whether with lines, solos, dances, or action). "SHREK"

PuckMale18-56 y.o.All ethnicities

Also known as Robin Goodfellow, Puck is Oberon’s jester, a mischievous fairy who delights in playing pranks on mortals. Puck is the closest thing the play has to a protagonist. His enchanting, mischievous spirit pervades the atmosphere, and his antics are responsible for many of the complications that propel the main plots. "A Midsummer Night's Dream"

OberonMale18-56 y.o.All ethnicities

The king of the fairies; initially at odds with his wife, Titania, because she refuses to relinquish control of a young Indian prince whom he wants for a knight. "A Midsummer Night's Dream"

TitaniaFemale18-56 y.o.All ethnicities

The beautiful queen of the fairies, Titania resists the attempts of her husband, Oberon, to make a knight of the young Indian prince that she has been given; briefly falls in love with Nick Bottom. "A Midsummer Night's Dream"

LysanderMale18-30 y.o.All ethnicities

A young man of Athens, in love with Hermia. "A Midsummer Night's Dream"

DemetriusMale18-30 y.o.All ethnicities

A young man of Athens, initially in love with Hermia and ultimately in love with Helena. "A Midsummer Night's Dream"

HermiaFemale18-30 y.o.All ethnicities

Egeus’s daughter, a young woman of Athens. Hermia is in love with Lysander and is a childhood friend of Helena. "A Midsummer Night's Dream"

HelenaFemale18-30 y.o.All ethnicities

A young woman of Athens, in love with Demetrius. Demetrius and Helena were once betrothed, but when Demetrius met Helena’s friend Hermia...he fell in love with her and abandoned Helena. "A Midsummer Night's Dream"

TheseusMale18-56 y.o.All ethnicities

The heroic Duke of Athens, engaged to Hippolyta. Theseus represents power and order throughout the play. He appears only at the beginning and end of the story, removed from the dreamlike events of the forest. "A Midsummer Night's Dream"

Nick BottomMale18-56 y.o.All ethnicities

The overconfident weaver chosen to play Pyramus in the craftsmen’s play for Theseus’s marriage celebration. Bottom is full of advice and self-confidence but frequently makes silly mistakes and misuses language. "A Midsummer Night's Dream"

EgeusMale18-56 y.o.All ethnicities

Hermia’s father, who brings a complaint against his daughter to Theseus. "A Midsummer Night's Dream"

HippolytaFemale18-56 y.o.All ethnicities

The legendary queen of the Amazons, engaged to Theseus. "A Midsummer Night's Dream"

Peter QuinceMale18-56 y.o.All ethnicities

A carpenter and the nominal leader of the craftsmen’s attempt to put on a play for Theseus’s marriage celebration. Quince is often shoved aside by the abundantly confident Bottom. "A Midsummer Night's Dream"

Francis FluteMale18-56 y.o.All ethnicities

The bellows-mender chosen to play Thisbe in the craftsmen’s play for Theseus’s marriage celebration. Forced to play a young girl in love, the bearded craftsman speaks his lines in a high, squeaky voice. "A Midsummer Night's Dream"

Robin StarvelingMale18-56 y.o.All ethnicities

The tailor chosen to play Thisbe’s mother in the craftsmen’s play for Theseus’s marriage celebration. He ends up playing the part of Moonshine. "A Midsummer Night's Dream"

Tom SnoutMale18-56 y.o.All ethnicities

The tinker chosen to play Pyramus’s father in the craftsmen’s play for Theseus’s marriage celebration. He ends up playing the part of Wall, dividing the two lovers. "A Midsummer Night's Dream"

SnugMale18-56 y.o.All ethnicities

The joiner, chosen to play the lion in the craftsmen’s play for Theseus’s marriage celebration. Snug worries that his roaring will frighten the ladies in the audience. "A Midsummer Night's Dream"

PhilostrateMale18-56 y.o.All ethnicities

Theseus’s Master of the Revels, responsible for organizing the entertainment for the Duke’s marriage celebration. "A Midsummer Night's Dream"

PeaseblossomFemale18-56 y.o.All ethnicities

Peaseblossom, Cobweb, Mote, and Mustardseed - The fairies, ordered by Titania, to attend to Bottom after she falls in love with him. "A Midsummer Night's Dream"

CobwebFemale18-56 y.o.All ethnicities

Peaseblossom, Cobweb, Mote, and Mustardseed - The fairies, ordered by Titania, to attend to Bottom after she falls in love with him. "A Midsummer Night's Dream"

MoteFemale18-56 y.o.All ethnicities

Peaseblossom, Cobweb, Mote, and Mustardseed - The fairies, ordered by Titania, to attend to Bottom after she falls in love with him. "A Midsummer Night's Dream"

MustardseedFemale18-56 y.o.All ethnicities

Peaseblossom, Cobweb, Mote, and Mustardseed - The fairies, ordered by Titania, to attend to Bottom after she falls in love with him. "A Midsummer Night's Dream"