Singing Audition for "Shrek" The Musical

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 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. Tap ability is preferred. Vocal range top: G5 Vocal range bottom: F3

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. 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

Fairytale creatures with solo / trio work in “Story of My Life,” “Freak Flag” and “This is Our Story.” Vocal Range: Tenors or Baritones with ability to sing tight harmony and German Accent