"Shrek the Musical" Looking for Young Performers

New Bern, NC, United States

ID: 533612Exp: 12/7/2022

Description:

Looking for boys & girls ages 16-18 for "Shrek the Musical". See the details below. About the project: 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: Potential callbacks Dec 8, 6-8 pm. These are non-floating, closed auditions. Please prepare 16-32 bars of an upbeat song and be prepared to dance choreography. Those auditioning for a part, be prepared to read from the script (no monologues required for auditions). This product is also auditioning for a dance-only ensemble (no singing required for dance-only members). Dancers must arrive no later than 7 PM and plan to stay until 9 PM. If you are interested, please apply.

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25 roles

ShrekMale16-18 y.o.All ethnicities

Our story's title character. A big, green, terrifying ogre who lives alone on 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. Vocal range top: G#4 Vocal range bottom: A2

FionaFemale16-18 y.o.All ethnicities

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. Vocal range top: G5 Vocal range bottom: F3

DonkeyMale16-18 y.o.All ethnicities

A talking donkey 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 had an optimistic heart. Vocal range top: B4 Vocal range bottom: C3

Lord FarquaadMale16-18 y.o.All ethnicities

The comically short, ruthless ruler of Duloc. He is in search of a princes 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

DragonFemale16-18 y.o.All ethnicities

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 babysitter. Vocal range top: Eb5 Vocal range bottom: F3

GingyFemale16-18 y.o.All ethnicities

A gingerbread man was 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 an actress appearing as Sugar Plum Fairy. Vocal range top: C#5 Vocal range bottom: B3

PinocchioMale16-18 y.o.All ethnicities

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

Big Bad WolfBoth genders16-18 y.o.All ethnicities

Ensemble.

Three Little PigsBoth genders16-18 y.o.All ethnicities

Ensemble.

White RabbitBoth genders16-18 y.o.All ethnicities

Ensemble.

Fairy GodmotherFemale16-18 y.o.All ethnicities

Ensemble.

Peter PanMale16-18 y.o.All ethnicities

Ensemble.

Wicked WitchBoth genders16-18 y.o.All ethnicities

Ensemble.