Auditions

SHREK
A grumpy but lovable ogre who just wants his swamp back.
Gender: male presenting
Ethnicity: Any
Playing Age: 30s–40s
Vocal Type: Baritone
Vocal Range: A2 – G4
Notes: Requires strong mix/belt up to F#–G4. Very stamina-heavy role.

FIONA
A fierce and independent princess with a powerful voice.
Gender: female presenting
Ethnicity: Any
Playing Age: 20s–30s
Vocal Type: Mezzo-Soprano / Belt
Vocal Range: G3 – F5 (G5 optional)
Notes: Needs legit soprano and strong belt. Extremely demanding role.

DONKEY
A fast-talking, high-energy companion.
Gender: male presenting
Ethnicity: Any
Playing Age: 20s–30s
Vocal Type: High Tenor / Tenor-Belt
Vocal Range: C3 – B4
Notes: Must sustain A4–B4 comfortably.

LORD FARQUAAD
A comedic, over-the-top ruler.
Gender: male presenting
Ethnicity: Any
Playing Age: 30s–40s
Vocal Type: Character Tenor
Vocal Range: C3 – D5
Notes: Strong high notes; comedic physicality. Actor will be kneeling throughout the entire show to create the illusion of being short. 

DRAGON
A soulful powerhouse role.
Gender: female presenting
Ethnicity: Any
Playing Age: 20s–40s
Vocal Type: Alto / Soul Belt
Vocal Range: F3 – Eb5
Notes: Gospel/soul style with strong belt.

PINOCCHIO
A comedic, youthful character.
Gender: male or female presenting
Ethnicity: Any
Playing Age: Early 20s
Vocal Type: Tenor
Vocal Range: C3 – F4
Notes: Light youthful tone; strong mix.

ENSEMBLE TRACKS
This production is performed by 25 actors total. Ensemble members play multiple roles within assigned tracks and must handle quick changes, harmonies, and high stamina. Fairy Tale ensemble members may also be cast as Duloc dancers & tapping rats.  

TRACK 1
Young Fiona, Baby Bear, Young Shrek
Gender: female presenting
Ethnicity: Any
Playing Age: 8-12
Range: A3–D5
Notes: Bright child soprano; part of “I Know It’s Today” trio.

TRACK 2
Gingy, Sugar Plum Fairy
Gender: female presenting
Ethnicity: Any
Playing Age: 20s
Range: B2–G4
Notes: Quick comedic lines. Flexible upper mix.

TRACK 3
Mama Ogre, Mama Bear
Gender: female presenting
Ethnicity: Any
Playing Age: 30s-40s
Range: F3–D5
Notes: Strong belt in “Story of My Life.”

TRACK 4
Papa Ogre, Papa Bear
Gender: male presenting
Ethnicity: Any
Playing Age: 30s-40s
Range: A2–E4
Notes: Traditional musical theatre baritone.

TRACK 5
Ugly Duckling
Gender: male or female presenting
Ethnicity: Any
Playing Age: Early 20s
Range: C3–G4
Notes: Needs expressive pop belt for “Story of My Life.”

TRACK 6 (3 actors needed)
Pigs & Blind Mice
Gender: male or female presenting
Ethnicity: Any
Playing Age: 20s-30s
Range: C3–Eb5
Notes: Often sung with accents; close harmony ensemble work; strong singer & dancer.

TRACK 7
Humpty Dumpty, Teen Fiona
Gender: female presenting
Ethnicity: Any
Playing Age: late teens
Range: G3–D5
Notes: Transitional voice between Young and Adult Fiona..

TRACK 8
Rabbit
Gender: male or female presenting
Ethnicity: Any
Playing Age: 20s-30s
Range: C3–F4
Notes: Quick ensemble singing lines.

TRACK 9
Fairy Godmother, Bluebird
Gender: female presenting
Ethnicity: Any
Playing Age: 30s-40s
Range: C4–A5
Notes: High soprano color in ensemble sections.

TRACK 10
Wolf, Guard Captain
Gender: male presenting
Ethnicity: Any
Playing Age: 30s-40s
Range: B2–F4
Notes: Often played for comedy with falsetto moments.

TRACK 11 (4 actors needed)
Guards, Skeletons
Gender: male or female presenting
Ethnicity: Any
Playing Age: 20s
Range: varies
Notes: Movement heavy.

TRACK 12
Mad Hatter, Dwarf
Gender: male presenting
Ethnicity: Any
Playing Age: 20s-30s

TRACK 13
Wicked Witch
Gender: female presenting
Ethnicity: Any
Playing Age: 30s-40s

TRACK 14
Peter Pan, Pied Piper
Gender: male presenting
Ethnicity: Any
Playing Age: late 20s