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Children Theatre Casting Call for "Shrek" The Musical

Ebensburg, PA, United States
ID: 584912Exp: 5/25/2025
Description:

Teens are encouraged to audition for "Shrek" The Musical. Please see the details below. ONLY LOCAL TALENT WILL BE ACCEPTED. 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: Show Dates: July 29-August 3rd, 2025. Please see the attachment for details and audition material. If interested, please apply.

26 roles

PINOCCHIOBoth genders14-18 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.”

YOUNG SHREKMale14-18 y.o.All ethnicities

(Any Vocal Part) – Plays Young Shrek in “Big, Bright, Beautiful World”. May double as Young Fiona, Baby Bear, or Grumpy Dwarf.

YOUNG FIONAFemale13-18 y.o.All ethnicities

(Soprano with Strong Belt) – Princess Fiona as a little girl. Sings a solo in “I Know It’s Today” with Teen Fiona and Fiona. May double as Young Shrek, Baby Bear, or Grumpy Dwarf.

TEEN FIONAFemale14-18 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.

SUGAR PLUM FAIRY / GINGYFemale14-18 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 actor appearing as Sugar Plum Fairy. Comedic voice required.

3 LITTLE PIGSMale14-18 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.”

Wicked WitchFemale14-18 y.o.All ethnicities

Humpty DumptyMale14-18 y.o.All ethnicities

Big Bad WolfMale14-18 y.o.All ethnicities

Baby BearMale13-18 y.o.All ethnicities

Ugly DucklingMale14-18 y.o.All ethnicities

Peter PanMale14-18 y.o.All ethnicities

Shoemaker’s ElfMale14-18 y.o.All ethnicities

White RabbitMale14-18 y.o.All ethnicities

Mad HatterMale17-18 y.o.All ethnicities

Fairy GodmotherFemale17-18 y.o.All ethnicities

Duloc CitizensBoth genders14-18 y.o.All ethnicities

Dragon SkeletonsBoth genders14-18 y.o.All ethnicities

Dancing RatsBoth genders14-18 y.o.All ethnicities

Blind MiceBoth genders14-18 y.o.All ethnicities

TownspeopleBoth genders14-18 y.o.All ethnicities

Thelonius the ExecutionerMale17-18 y.o.All ethnicities

KnightsMale17-18 y.o.All ethnicities

Dragon SingersBoth genders14-18 y.o.All ethnicities

Magic MirrorMale14-18 y.o.All ethnicities

Grumpy DwarfMale14-18 y.o.All ethnicities