Shrek the Musical is the story of a green ogre who, after being mocked and feared his entire life, retreats to an ugly green swamp to exist in happy isolation. Suddenly, a gang of homeless fairy-tale characters raid his sanctuary, saying they’ve been evicted by Lord Farquaad. To get his home back to normal, Shrek strikes a deal with Lord Farquaad to rescue Princess Fiona in return for the empty swamp. This new adventure proves to be more than Shrek bargained for when he grows attached to Princess Fiona. But why does she always run off when the sun sets?

CAST OF CHARACTERS

SHREK 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. A Scottish accent is a plus. Vocal range: A2-G#4

PRINCESS 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. Tap experience preferred. Vocal range: F3-G6

DONKEY Shrek’s self-appointed sidekick. A talking donkey who joins Shrek on his epic adventure. 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. Strong mover. Vocal range: C3-B4

LORD FARQUAAD 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. The actor playing this role will execute all blocking and choreography on their knees. 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. This character is a puppet. 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. This character is a puppet. 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. Comic role with character voice for acting and singing. Vocal range: E3-F#4

BIG BAD WOLF Famous adversary of Little Red Riding Hood. Tough guy who isn't afraid to let the world know he likes dressing up in Granny's clothes. Vocal range: E3-F#4

FAIRYTALE CREATURES Three Little Pigs, White Rabbit, Fairy Godmother, Peter Pan, Wicked Witch Sugar Plum Fairy, Ugly Duckling, Three Bears, Mad Hatter, Humpty Dumpty, Elf, Dwarf

ENSEMBLE AND POSSIBLE DOUBLED ROLES Little Shrek, Mama and Papa Ogre, King Harold and Queen Lillian, Angry Mob, Happy People, Young Shrek, Young Fiona, Teen Fiona, Captain and his Guards, Knights, Pied Piper and Rats, Three Blind Mice, Bluebird, Bishop