Audition Materials

AUDITION INFORMATION

Melody Musical Theater (Non-Equity) in partnership with Westminster Public Schools and the WPS Creative Arts Pipeline is holding auditions for
​Shrek The Musical
Music by Jeanine Tesori
Book and Lyrics by David Lindsay-Abaire
Based on the DreamWorks Animation Motion Picture and the book by William Steig
Performances: August 1st-9th, 2025

​Directed by Chelsey Hanel

Everyone's favorite ogre is back in the hilarious stage spectacle based on the Oscar-winning, smash hit film.​

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An initiative and brand new partnership with goals to create comprehensive and professional-level musical theater experiences for our community, Melody Musical Theater Group, along with WPS and its Creative Arts Pipeline, is holding auditions for its upcoming production of Shrek The Musical. This production will join our community by seeking professional actors looking to mentor our youth within this production.  All performers are asked to fill out an online audition form and submit their headshot and resume.  Youth actors are asked to enroll (scholarships available) with MMT before signing up for an audition.  All enrolled youth will be cast.  For the audition, please prepare a 32 bar (1-2 minute) cut of a song in the style of a show as well as a 1-2 minute comedic monologue.  A speaker with bluetooth connection will be provided.  Callbacks (if needed) will be determined and coordinated at a later date.  Online audition forms and conflict calendars can be found using the links at the bottom of this page. 

ABOUT THE SHOW:
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. Irreverently fun for the whole family, Shrek proves that beauty is truly in the eye of the ogre.

​RATING: G (General Audiences)
*Some crude humor. Appropriate for ages 8 and up.

ROLES AVAILABLE:
Shrek
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.
Gender: Male | Vocal range: A2-G#4
 
Fiona
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.
Gender: Female | Vocal range: F3-G5
 
Donkey
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 his good graces. Easily frightened and pushy, but also an optimistic with heart.
Gender: Male | Vocal range: C3-B4
 
Lord Farquaad
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.
Gender: Male | Vocal range: B2-D5
 
Dragon
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. Dancing required.
Gender: Female | Vocal range: F3-Eb5
 
Gingy
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. Puppet. May be operated by actress appearing as Sugar Plum Fairy.
Gender: Female | Vocal range: B3-C#5
 
Pinocchio
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.
Gender: Male | Vocal range: E3-F#4
 
Young Fiona 
Princess Fiona as a little girl. Sings a solo in “I Know It’s Today” with Teen Fiona and Fiona. May double as Fairy Tale Creature.
Gender: Female | Soprano with Strong Belt
 
Teen Fiona
Princess Fiona as a teenager. Sings a solo in “I Know It’s Today” with Young Fiona and Fiona. May double as Fairy Tale Creature.
Gender: Female | Soprano with Strong Belt
 
Young Shrek
Young Shrek in “Big, Bright, Beautiful World.” May double as Fairy Tale Creature.
Gender: Male 
 
Ensemble
Featured Fairytale Creatures (Big Bad Wolf, Three Little Pigs, White Rabbit, Fairy Godmother, Peter Pan, Wicked Witch, Ugly Duckling, Three Bears, Mad Hatter, Humpty Dumpty, Elf, Dwarf, Three Blind Mice); Angry Mob; Happy People; Guards; Knights; Rats


AUDITION INFORMATION
Auditions for 18+ actors will take place May 14th-15th, and auditions for 13-17 year olds will take place May 27th-29th, both at Westminster High School.
LOCATION: Black Box Theatre at Westminster High School, 6933 North Raleigh Street, Westminster, Colorado 80030
REHEARSALS: This is a summer camp format.  Rehearsals begin July 7th and will run 9:00am-3:00pm, Monday-Thursday. Not all actors will be called for every rehearsal. 
PERFORMANCE DATES: August 1st-9th, Fridays and Saturdays at 7:00pm

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CASTING PRACTICES

Safety Standards: Our company uses the Community Standards for Theatre for Colorado

Youth Actors (13-17): All actors enrolled with MMT will be cast.  Scholarships are available through the generous support of MMT donors and the Creative Arts Pipeline.  Reach out to chelsey@melodymusicaltheater.org.  

Adult Actors (18+):  We are seeking professional or amateur adults interested in mentoring our community youth through this innovative new program.  After ticket sales, MMT will provide a stipend of at least $75 per show (up to $150 per show), depending on role, experience, and overall time commitment.  

For more information, or if you are unable to attend an audition date but would still like to audition, please email Justin Davis (production manager) at jdavis@wps.org or call (720) 542-5426 . 

Important Links:

CLICK HERE TO ENROLL (13-17yo)
CLICK HERE FOR THE AUDITION FORM

CLICK HERE FOR AUDITION SLOT

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For more information about Melody Musical Theater Group, be sure to visit the website at www.melodymusicaltheater.org

For more information about Westminster Public Schools, please visit us at www.wps.org!