"Shrek" the Musical Casting Performers
Auditions for “Shrek, the Musical”. Seeking cast. ONLY LOCAL TALENT WILL BE CONSIDERED. Please see the details below. About the project: Based on the Oscar-winning DreamWorks film, ‘Shrek The Musical’ is a Tony Award-winning fairy tale adventure. It brings beloved characters from the film to the stage and reveals there's more to the story. The tale begins with "Once upon a time, there was a little ogre named Shrek..." and follows this unlikely hero on a journey with a wisecracking Donkey, a feisty princess, a short-tempered villain, a sassy cookie, and other fairy tale misfits, needing a hero—Shrek. Rate: $400.00 – $650.00 per week. Theatre provides professional compensation, round-trip transportation, and excellent accommodations for up to eight visiting artists per production. Additional info: Theatre currently operates as a nonunion theater. A day-of sign-up sheet will be available at the auditions starting at 10:00 AM. Directors will see pre-registered auditionees first. Vocal Auditions: 10:00 AM - 4:00 PM (Everyone interested in dancing must attend the vocal auditions. Dance callbacks are only open to those invited back after singing.) Dance Auditions: 4:00 PM - 6:00 PM (All who are called back to dance will start with a ‘mover’ combination. Bring tap shoes if needed. Prepare two contrasting vocal selections in the style of the show, each no longer than 32 bars. Bring sheet music in your key for the accompanist provided. Additionally, prepare a one-minute monologue that aligns with the show's style if requested during the audition. If you are unable to attend, please submit a video audition: see the document attached. Rehearsals Begin: Monday, June 8th Previews Begin: Thursday, June 18th, 2026 Opening Night: Friday, June 19th, 2026 Closing Night: Sunday, August 9th, 2026 If you are interested, please apply.
6 role s
(Basic Dance/Baritone - Tenor A2-G#4): Our story's hero. A big green ogre living as an outcast in a swamp, with a tough exterior hiding a lonely, soulful heart. Starts as a grumpy hermit, but reveals his true self and becomes a hero. Witty and commanding, with a Scottish accent preferred. The actor must wear latex makeup.
(Dance - Strong Mover/Tenor C3 - B4): Shrek's self-appointed sidekick. A talking donkey joins Shrek's adventure, chatting nonstop, not deterred by his looks, and pushing for friendship. Though frightened and pushy, Donkey is optimistic, charming, witty, and eager, hiding a deep desire for companionship.
(Dance - Strong Mover, Tap preferred/Soprano F3-G5): Princess of Far Far Away, daughter of King Harold and Queen Lillian, she spent her life in a dragon-guarded castle reading fairy tales and waiting to be rescued. Beneath, she's a smart, outspoken girl who burps or fights when needed. She transforms into an ogre at night. Quirky, blunt, and multitalented, she's no ordinary princess. The actor will wear a latex nose piece.
(Dance: Intermediate/Strong Mover, Tenor B2-D5): The short, ruthless Duloc ruler. A pompous, power-hungry villain with a Napoleon complex dislikes fairytale creatures and aims to marry a princess for the throne. Self-absorbed, lonely, cruel. Note: The actor performs all blocking and choreography on the knees.
(Dance - Intermediate Mover/Soprano F3 - Eb5): A guardian dragon for Princess Fiona in her castle. She falls in love with Donkey, wanting to keep him forever. Imposing, flirtatious, but tired of her role as a babysitter. The actor will perform as Dragon ON STAGE, possibly controlling puppets or costume elements.
(Dance - Intermediate with Tap/All Vocal Ranges): a diverse group of fantasy characters. They bring the story to life with energy in acting and singing, and may perform as an ensemble or featured dancers. Characters include Three Little Pigs (nervous, funny, German accent), Wolf (tough guy who likes dressing in Granny's clothes), Gingy, White Rabbit, Gnome, Peter Pan, Fairy Godmother, Ugly Duckling, Elf, Dwarf, Humpty Dumpty, Mad Hatter, Pied Piper, & Pinocchio.
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