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Shrek the Musical Jnr
URGENT – The cast is gradually filling, but we desperately need a Shrek! Male presenting, 15 – 18 years old with a deepish voice.
Written By: Based on the Dreamworks Animation Motion Picture and the book by William Steig. Book and Lyrics by David Lindsay-Abaire. Music by Jeanine Tesori.
Creative Team: Director: Katy Driver
Assistant Director & Musical Director/Vocal Coach: Tayla Arbon
Choreographer: Jess Saliba
Beauty is in the eye of the ogre in Shrek The Musical JR., based on the Oscar-winning DreamWorks Animation film and fantastic Broadway musical. It’s a “big bright beautiful world” as everyone’s favorite ogre, Shrek, leads a cast of fairytale misfits on an adventure to rescue a princess and find true acceptance. Part romance and part twisted fairy tale, Shrek JR. is an irreverently fun show with a powerful message for the whole family.
Once upon a time, in a far away swamp, there lived an ogre named Shrek. One day, Shrek finds his swamp invaded by banished fairytale misfits who have been cast off by Lord Farquaad, a tiny terror with big ambitions. When Shrek sets off with a wisecracking donkey to confront Farquaad, he’s handed a task – if he rescues feisty princess Fiona, his swamp will be righted. Shrek tries to win Fiona’s love and vanquish Lord Farquaad, but a fairytale wouldn’t be complete without a few twists and turns along the way.
With a host of over-the-top roles for an expandable cast, there’s a part for everyone in this dazzling adventure story.
Information Session:
Audition Information: https://events.humanitix.com/shrek-the-musical-jnr-auditions
| Audition Information #:1 | |
| Date: | 02/08/2026 |
| Time From – Time to: | 10:00 – 16.00 |
| Character Descriptions #:1 | |
| Role Name: | Storytellers |
| Gender: | Undefined |
| Stage Age: | Any |
| Role Information: | Storytellers Wonderful roles for performers with natural stage presence and big, clear voices. These characters are important for setting up the world and moving the story forward, so cast some bold, energetic young actors. |
| Character Descriptions #:2 | |
| Role Name: | Shrek |
| Gender: | Male |
| Stage Age: | 17 |
| Role Information: | Shrek He may be a big, scary, green ogre to the rest of the world, but as the story reveals, he’s really just a big fellow with a big heart. It is great if Shrek is a solid singer, but most importantly, snag a young man who is an excellent actor with comedic chops. |
| Character Descriptions #:3 | |
| Role Name: | Fiona |
| Gender: | Female |
| Stage Age: | 17 |
| Role Information: | Fiona She may appear to be an ideal princess straight from the fairy tale books, but there is more to her than that stereotypical image. She is an audacious young lady with a wonderful sense of humor and – surprisingly – manners akin to those of a teenage boy. Cast a girl who can do it all: act, sing and dance. This is a premiere role for an experienced performer with a loveable spirit. |
| Character Descriptions #:4 | |
| Role Name: | Young Fiona |
| Gender: | Female |
| Stage Age: | 9 |
| Role Information: | Young Fiona Young Fiona and Teen Fiona are younger versions of Fiona and should have solid singing voices. |
| Character Descriptions #:5 | |
| Role Name: | Teen Fiona |
| Gender: | Female |
| Stage Age: | 13 |
| Role Information: | Teen Fiona Young Fiona and Teen Fiona are younger versions of Fiona and should have solid singing voices. |
| Character Descriptions #:6 | |
| Role Name: | Lord Farquaad |
| Gender: | Male |
| Stage Age: | Any |
| Role Information: | Lord Farquaad A very short man with gargantuan ambition! He is solely interested in gaining as much power as possible. This is a role for a good singer, but most importantly, your very best comedian who isn’t afraid of making bold choices or looking silly. |
| Character Descriptions #:7 | |
| Role Name: | Various Roles!! |
| Gender: | Undefined |
| Stage Age: | Any |
| Role Information: | Donkey A brash, loud, fast-talking animal with no concept of “quiet time.” Cast an experienced performer who can sing well and has a whole lot of presence and character. Be sure to choose a performer who complements Shrek well as his loyal and ever-faithful sidekick.Dragon A breakout role for a young girl with a lot of soul and spunk. She is a ferocious fire-breathing dragon but finds a surprising love in Donkey. Cast a performer who has tremendous presence and a good pop singing voice. Gender: femalePlus: Mama Ogre Papa Ogre Little Ogre Ugly Duckling The Three Bears Three Little Pigs Pinnochio Wicked Witch Big Bad Wolf Gingy Peter Pan Captain of the Guard Knights Dwarf & Ensemble! |
More Information at: https://inkpot.com.au/contact/
We highly recommend attending the Come & Try:
Monday 27/07/2026 5pm-7pm
The Living Arts Centre, Mt Barker Waldorf School
27 Sims Road, Mount Barker, SA 5251
Cost: $30
This introductory session provides the choreography for the audition and gives the performer an opportunity to meet the creative team and cast members.
Click here to book:
https://events.humanitix.com/shrek-the-musical-jnr-come-and-try-and-auditions-ink-pot-arts
Contact: Jo-anne Sarre
quill@inkpot.com.au
0429673327
