"Shrek" Musical Casting Equity Actors
Equity actors for roles in "Shrek" the musical. ONLY LOCAL TALENT WILL BE CONSIDERED. See breakdown below. Rate: LORT Rep $1320 weekly minimum (LORT B+) Additional info: Callback Date(s): Nov 12 & 13, 2026 Rehearsal Date(s): March 30 - May 13, 2027 Tech: May 14-28, 2027 Previews: May 29, 2027 Closing Date(s): Oct 15, 2027 Location: Ashland, OR. Equity’s contracts prohibit discrimination. Equity is committed to diversity and encourages all its employers to engage in a policy of equal employment opportunity designed to promote a positive model of inclusion. As such, Equity encourages performers of all ethnicities, gender identities, and ages, as well as performers with disabilities, to apply. NOTE: company produces in repertory. Most actors work on multiple shows throughout the year. A standard repertory contract includes up to four assignments, including understudies. If you are interested, please apply.
3 roles
Baritone (A2 to G#4). Strong Singer, Actor, and Comedian. Intimacy needs: Shrek kisses Fiona. It's a "good kiss;" a passionate start to a fairytale romance. Special skills: There is dancing, and dragon fighting. The role is performed with a Scottish accent. Sings, dances, and is comfortable with bawdy humor. Costume note: possible green make-up and prosthetics. This track will also understudy the role of EGEON/OFFICER/AS CAST in COMEDY OF ERRORS which runs through Oct 16, 2027).
Alto/Mezzo with belt (F3 to Eb5). Strong Singer & Comedian. Doubles as Mama Ogre, Captain of the Guard, Three Blind Mice, Bishop, Greeter, Guard & others. Special skills: Singing, dancing & puppeteering. There will be a puppet component to the costume. Authority figures in this track may be played in different “authority drag;” likely male presenting drag. This track will also understudy the role of HERMIONE/BOHEMIAN/AS CAST in THE WINTER’S TALE which runs through Oct 30, 2027.
Strong Singer, Actor & Comedian with an authentic, joyous, queer sensibility. Doubles as Knight or Dragon Puppeteer/Puppeteer Ensemble, Villager, Dulocian & others. Fight needs: Dragon fighting & Ogre hunting. Special skills: Singing, dancing, and puppeteering. Will be dressed as the Fairytale Creature & will double a variety of other fantastical roles. This track will also understudy the role of SHREK/AS CAST as well as the role of DROMIO OF EPHESUS in COMEDY OF ERRORS.
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