Audition Information
Dates for 2026 Auditions
Attend one of the two general audition sessions at Squalicum High School, 3773 E McLeod Rd, Bellingham:
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Monday, May 18, 5:00–8:00pm
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Tuesday, May 19, 5:00–8:00pm
Callbacks, as needed, will be Wednesday, May 20, 5:00–8:00pm
Audition Signups open in April!
Singing
You will sing at auditions! Prepare up to one minute of a song, preferably something from a contemporary musical (but not Shrek, please!).
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Bring a recorded instrumental track on your phone or other device (no a capella singing)
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Plan to stay for the entire time slot, 5-8pm
Acting
Auditions will involve some acting! Prepare a one-minute monologue. This can be from a show, film, play, TV show—whatever you like (but not Shrek, please!).
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Memorization is strongly encouraged
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Plan to stay for the entire time slot, 5-8pm
Dancing
We will do some dancing at auditions! You’ll learn a short combination of moves, led by our choreographers.
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We will do this part in groups
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We’re not necessarily looking for trained dancers—do your best and have fun!
Callbacks (as needed)
Callbacks are scheduled after auditions and serve as a way for directors to see more of some people—for lots of reasons!—than they were able to see in general auditions.
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Callbacks will take place Wednesday, May 20, but won't be announced until Tuesday, May 19. Since the timing is such a short turnaround, we will post music materials about a week early so auditioners have more time to become familiar with them if they are called back.
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If you're not asked to callbacks, it doesn't mean you're not in the show!
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MORE INFO WILL FOLLOW HERE IN APRIL!
SHREK
Character Breakdown
**All genders and ages refer to characters. We value diversity and inclusion in casting.**
**All roles open to auditioners except youngest Fiona and young Shrek/Papa Dwarf**
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. (Note: Shrek's costume includes a latex cowl/hood.)
Gender: male
Age: 25 to 45
Vocal range top: G#4
Vocal range bottom: A2
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.
Gender: female
Age: 20 to 30
Vocal range top: G5
Vocal range bottom: F3
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
Age: 20 to 35
Vocal range top: B4
Vocal range bottom: C3
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. (Note: Farquaad's costume is designed for the actor to perform on their knees. Kneepads will be as cushy as possible, but actor must be comfortable performing on knees!)
Gender: male
Age: 30 to 45
Vocal range top: D5
Vocal range bottom: B2
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.
Gender: female
Age: 25 to 45
Vocal range top: Eb5
Vocal range bottom: F3
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
Age: 20 to 40
Vocal range top: F#4
Vocal range bottom: E3
So Many Ensemble Roles!!
These are just some named ensemble characters in the script: Fairytale Creatures (Big Bad Wolf, Gingy, Three Pigs, White Rabbit, Fairy Godmother, Peter Pan, Wicked Witch, Ugly Duckling, Three Bears, Mad Hatter, Elf, Dwarf, Three Blind Mice); Teen Fiona; Mama and Papa Ogre; Angry Mob; Duloc Dancers; Guards; Knights; Pied Piper; Dancing Rats; Bishop. This show has a lot of great ensemble roles and solo singing opportunities!