Directed by
Neil Fuentes
Music Directed by Edwin Rodriguez Produced by Billy DiCrosta Choreographed by Gina Helland
Based on the Oscar-winning DreamWorks Animation film, Shrek The Musical is a Tony Award-winning fairy tale adventure, featuring all new songs from Jeanine Tesori (Thoroughly Modern Millie; Caroline, or Change) and a sidesplitting book by David Lindsay-Abaire. Shrek brings all the beloved characters you know from the film to life on stage and proves there's more to the story than meets the ears.
"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.
Shrek presents a treasure trove of creative opportunities, including costumes, sets, puppets (there is a fire-breathing dragon after all) and more! Irreverently fun for the whole family, Shrek proves that beauty is truly in the eye of the ogre.
Please Note: Broadway On Main is a come-as-you-are environment and seeks
Non-Union Actors, 7 through adult, of ALL ethnicities, races, religions, creeds, orientations, and gender identities.
Space is Limited!
Register Today!
Auditions & Performances will be held at
Cabaret on Main Theater
597 Main Street Rear
East Haven, CT 06512
There is no fee to audition but you must be registered in order to audition!
When:
Voice/Dance
Sunday Jan 19th & 26th
Ages 10-17 2pm - 4pm
Ages 18+ 4:30pm - 6pm
Principal Callbacks
Jan 28th
5pm - 8pm
If you are unable to audition in person but would like to be in the show, video submissions may be emailed to our producer [email protected]
Participants may sing a one-minute cut from the show or in the style of the show . Please pick song that best showcases your vocal strength and storytelling skills.
An accompanist WILL NOT be provided. Please have a backing track cued up on your smart phone.
Sides will be provided to those actors whom the director needs to see for specific roles.
NO acapella singing.
For callbacks, you will be asked to sing from the show and/or read additional sides with other prospective cast members.
Broadway On Main is a multi-generational program. We feel that, as part of the educational process, it is necessary for our youth to have the opportunity to share their stage experience alongside seasoned adult actors.
There is no fee to audition. If cast, Children and Teens 7-17 are $195
There Is NO FEE for adult cast members 18 +
Please note financial aid is available to families of youth unable to afford our programs. No youth will be turned away due to finances.
To apply click here
In order to audition, you must register in advance.
By registering you accept ANY role given to you.
Participants may be asked to bring a few basic costume pieces from home, for the shows.
Broadway on Main will provide all other materials.
Important Details:
Who?
Performers 10 through Adult
When?
Below is a basic schedule. Please know things change as shows come together. Once the show is cast, and we know people's conflicts, etc., we will provide you with a more detailed schedule of when you are needed.
Rehearsals: Begin Sunday 2/02/25
PUTTING IT ALL TOGETHER Sun 1pm - 5pm
Principal, Adults and Soloist may be needed to stay later
ACTING Mon 5:30 - 9:00 pm
Principal and Adult Actors may be need to stay later
MUSIC Wed 5:30 - 9:00 pm
Actors Called as Needed
CHOREO Thurs 5:00 - 9 pm
Children 5:00 - 7pm As Needed
Everyone Else 7 - 9pm As Needed
TECH WEEK
Sun 4/20 - Thurs 4/24 Times TBA
All will be called.
Brush Up Rehearsals
Thurs 5/1 & 5/8 5pm - 9pm
All will be called
Performances:
Fri 4/25/2025 7 pm
Sat 4/26/2025 NO MATINEE 7pm
Sun 4/27/2025 2pm
Fri 5/2/2025 7 pm
Sat 5/3/2025 2pm & 7pm
Sun 5/4/2025 2pm
Fri 5/9/2025 7 pm
Sat 5/10/2025 2pm & 7pm
Sun 5/11/2025 2pm
SHREK
(Male – High Baritone) – Our story’s title character. A big, green, terrifying ogre who lives alone in 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. Excellent singer and actor.
PRINCESS FIONA
(Female – Soprano / High Belter) – 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 multi-talented, she is not an ordinary princess. Excellent singer and actor with great comic timing; tap dancing is a plus.
DONKEY
(Male or Female – High Baritone / Tenor or Alto with High Belt) – A talking donkey who 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 the ogre’s good graces. Easily frightened and pushy, but also an optimist with heart. Excellent singer and comic actor with a huge personality.
LORD FARQUAAD
(Male – High Baritone) – The comically short, ruthless ruler of Duloc. He is in search of a princess 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. Excellent singer and comic actor. Actor must be able to play this role on his knees for the whole show.
DRAGON
(Female – Alto with Big Belt) – 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 baby-sitter. She sings “Forever” with her Knight back-up singers. May double as a fairytale creature..
PINOCCHIO
(Male or Female – 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.”
PAPA OGRE
(Male – High Baritone) – Shrek’s father. Sings a beautiful duet with Mama Ogre to young Shrek in the opening number “Big, Bright, Beautiful World.” May double as a fairytale creature.
MAMA OGRE
(Female – Alto) – Shrek’s mother. Sings a beautiful duet with Papa Ogre to young Shrek in the opening number “Big, Bright, Beautiful World.” May double as a fairytale creature.
YOUNG SHREK
(Any Vocal Part) – Plays Young Shrek in “Big, Bright, Beautiful World”. May double as Young Fiona, Baby Bear, or Grumpy Dwarf.
YOUNG FIONA
(Female – 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 FIONA
(Female – Soprano with Strong Belt / 14+) – 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 / GINGY
(Female) – 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 PIGS
(Males, – 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.”
FAIRYTALE CREATURES
(All have featured roles, whether with lines, solos, dances, or action) – Wicked Witch, Humpty Dumpty, Big Bad Wolf, Papa Bear, Mama Bear, Baby Bear, Ugly Duckling, Peter Pan, Shoemaker’s Elf, White Rabbit, Mad Hatter, Fairy Godmother.
DANCERS
Will dance in a number of scenes including Duloc Citizens, Dragon Skeletons, Dancing Rats, Blind Mice:
Ability to Tap Dance is a plus
ENSEMBLE CHARACTER ROLES
These include (but are not limited to) Townspeople, Thelonius the Executioner, Knights, Dragon Singers, Priest, Blind Mice, Magic Mirror, Grumpy Dwarf.Brus
Neil Fuentes
Music Directed by Edwin Rodriguez Produced by Billy DiCrosta Choreographed by Gina Helland
Based on the Oscar-winning DreamWorks Animation film, Shrek The Musical is a Tony Award-winning fairy tale adventure, featuring all new songs from Jeanine Tesori (Thoroughly Modern Millie; Caroline, or Change) and a sidesplitting book by David Lindsay-Abaire. Shrek brings all the beloved characters you know from the film to life on stage and proves there's more to the story than meets the ears.
"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.
Shrek presents a treasure trove of creative opportunities, including costumes, sets, puppets (there is a fire-breathing dragon after all) and more! Irreverently fun for the whole family, Shrek proves that beauty is truly in the eye of the ogre.
Please Note: Broadway On Main is a come-as-you-are environment and seeks
Non-Union Actors, 7 through adult, of ALL ethnicities, races, religions, creeds, orientations, and gender identities.
Space is Limited!
Register Today!
Auditions & Performances will be held at
Cabaret on Main Theater
597 Main Street Rear
East Haven, CT 06512
There is no fee to audition but you must be registered in order to audition!
When:
Voice/Dance
Sunday Jan 19th & 26th
Ages 10-17 2pm - 4pm
Ages 18+ 4:30pm - 6pm
Principal Callbacks
Jan 28th
5pm - 8pm
If you are unable to audition in person but would like to be in the show, video submissions may be emailed to our producer [email protected]
Participants may sing a one-minute cut from the show or in the style of the show . Please pick song that best showcases your vocal strength and storytelling skills.
An accompanist WILL NOT be provided. Please have a backing track cued up on your smart phone.
Sides will be provided to those actors whom the director needs to see for specific roles.
NO acapella singing.
For callbacks, you will be asked to sing from the show and/or read additional sides with other prospective cast members.
Broadway On Main is a multi-generational program. We feel that, as part of the educational process, it is necessary for our youth to have the opportunity to share their stage experience alongside seasoned adult actors.
There is no fee to audition. If cast, Children and Teens 7-17 are $195
There Is NO FEE for adult cast members 18 +
Please note financial aid is available to families of youth unable to afford our programs. No youth will be turned away due to finances.
To apply click here
In order to audition, you must register in advance.
By registering you accept ANY role given to you.
Participants may be asked to bring a few basic costume pieces from home, for the shows.
Broadway on Main will provide all other materials.
Important Details:
Who?
Performers 10 through Adult
When?
Below is a basic schedule. Please know things change as shows come together. Once the show is cast, and we know people's conflicts, etc., we will provide you with a more detailed schedule of when you are needed.
Rehearsals: Begin Sunday 2/02/25
PUTTING IT ALL TOGETHER Sun 1pm - 5pm
Principal, Adults and Soloist may be needed to stay later
ACTING Mon 5:30 - 9:00 pm
Principal and Adult Actors may be need to stay later
MUSIC Wed 5:30 - 9:00 pm
Actors Called as Needed
CHOREO Thurs 5:00 - 9 pm
Children 5:00 - 7pm As Needed
Everyone Else 7 - 9pm As Needed
TECH WEEK
Sun 4/20 - Thurs 4/24 Times TBA
All will be called.
Brush Up Rehearsals
Thurs 5/1 & 5/8 5pm - 9pm
All will be called
Performances:
Fri 4/25/2025 7 pm
Sat 4/26/2025 NO MATINEE 7pm
Sun 4/27/2025 2pm
Fri 5/2/2025 7 pm
Sat 5/3/2025 2pm & 7pm
Sun 5/4/2025 2pm
Fri 5/9/2025 7 pm
Sat 5/10/2025 2pm & 7pm
Sun 5/11/2025 2pm
SHREK
(Male – High Baritone) – Our story’s title character. A big, green, terrifying ogre who lives alone in 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. Excellent singer and actor.
PRINCESS FIONA
(Female – Soprano / High Belter) – 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 multi-talented, she is not an ordinary princess. Excellent singer and actor with great comic timing; tap dancing is a plus.
DONKEY
(Male or Female – High Baritone / Tenor or Alto with High Belt) – A talking donkey who 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 the ogre’s good graces. Easily frightened and pushy, but also an optimist with heart. Excellent singer and comic actor with a huge personality.
LORD FARQUAAD
(Male – High Baritone) – The comically short, ruthless ruler of Duloc. He is in search of a princess 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. Excellent singer and comic actor. Actor must be able to play this role on his knees for the whole show.
DRAGON
(Female – Alto with Big Belt) – 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 baby-sitter. She sings “Forever” with her Knight back-up singers. May double as a fairytale creature..
PINOCCHIO
(Male or Female – 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.”
PAPA OGRE
(Male – High Baritone) – Shrek’s father. Sings a beautiful duet with Mama Ogre to young Shrek in the opening number “Big, Bright, Beautiful World.” May double as a fairytale creature.
MAMA OGRE
(Female – Alto) – Shrek’s mother. Sings a beautiful duet with Papa Ogre to young Shrek in the opening number “Big, Bright, Beautiful World.” May double as a fairytale creature.
YOUNG SHREK
(Any Vocal Part) – Plays Young Shrek in “Big, Bright, Beautiful World”. May double as Young Fiona, Baby Bear, or Grumpy Dwarf.
YOUNG FIONA
(Female – 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 FIONA
(Female – Soprano with Strong Belt / 14+) – 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 / GINGY
(Female) – 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 PIGS
(Males, – 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.”
FAIRYTALE CREATURES
(All have featured roles, whether with lines, solos, dances, or action) – Wicked Witch, Humpty Dumpty, Big Bad Wolf, Papa Bear, Mama Bear, Baby Bear, Ugly Duckling, Peter Pan, Shoemaker’s Elf, White Rabbit, Mad Hatter, Fairy Godmother.
DANCERS
Will dance in a number of scenes including Duloc Citizens, Dragon Skeletons, Dancing Rats, Blind Mice:
Ability to Tap Dance is a plus
ENSEMBLE CHARACTER ROLES
These include (but are not limited to) Townspeople, Thelonius the Executioner, Knights, Dragon Singers, Priest, Blind Mice, Magic Mirror, Grumpy Dwarf.Brus
