SHREK: THE MUSICAL
Director: Mathew Wiener
Music Director: Tristan Peterson-Steinert, VYT Alum
Choreographer: Lauran Stanis
Stage Manager: Morgan McCall
Performed at Herberger Theater Center, Center Stage
Run Dates: June 12 - June 28, 2026
Valley Youth Theatre welcomes all young artists (age 20 and under). All ethnicities, all gender expressions, and all bodies are encouraged to audition.
SYNOPSIS:
"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.
CHARACTERS:
Name: Shrek
Gender: Male
Description: 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.
High Note: G#4
Low Note: A2
Name: Fiona
Gender: Female
Description: 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.
High Note: G5
Low Note: F3
Name: Donkey
Gender: Male
Description: 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.
High Note: B4
Low Note: C3
Name: Lord Farquaad
Gender: Male
Description: 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.
High Note: D5
Low Note: B2
Name: Dragon
Gender: Female
Description: 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.
High Note: Eb5
Low Note: F3
Name: Gingy
Gender: Female
Description: 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.
High Note: C#5
Low Note: B3
Name: Pinocchio
Gender: Male
Description: 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.
High Note: F#4
Low Note: E3
Ensemble
The ensemble of this show include 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; and Rats
REHEARSALS AND TIME COMMITMENT:
Approximate rehearsal dates can begin as early as the week of April 20th and run though June 4, 2026, Monday through Thursday evenings and Saturdays. Before tech, evening rehearsals will be 5p - 9p until the week of May 18th when they may go as late as 10p; tech rehearsals will be potentially until 12am. We understand that some students may have conflicts where they may miss rehearsals, must arrive late or leave early. However, cast members will not be able to miss rehearsals during tech week or the run of the show.
Load-in is on Thursday, June 4th and tech rehearsals start June 6th.
Opening night is June 12 and the show runs through June 28, 2026. There are several weekday matinees for schools in addition to the traditional evening and weekend performances.
We will ask about the specific dates of your conflicts in the audition form. Again, cast members will not be able to have any conflicts between June 6 and June 28, 2026.
WHAT TO HAVE READY FOR THE AUDITION:
A monologue. This should be around 0:30 to 1 minute and can be from any piece of media. We recommend something from a play or musical, but you can get creative. The monologue does not need to be memorized, but we recommend that it is prepared and you are very familiar with it. If you have the monologue in your hand, make sure you can keep the paper out of your face and connect with the people behind the table. We want to see you make choices and hear what you sound like! Need a suggestion on your monologue? Here are some options (which we will have available at check-in at the audition if you need it)
A song that will show off your voice and is appropriate for you and the character you are auditioning for. How long should the song be? Good question. The answer is: as long as it needs to be for you to feel that you have shown us how amazing you are! Chances are that's around :30 to 1 minute or so, but it may be longer or shorter. You may not get to sing the whole song either so make sure that you get to "the good part" sooner rather than later. You don't have to start at the beginning of the song. We just want to see how you sing!
A headshot. It doesn't have to be professional. Just a good photo that looks like you! you can take it with a camera phone if you'd like. Make sure you have good lighting so we can see your face.
An acting or theatre resume. You don't have to have one all fancy and ready to upload (although you certainly can). We just want to know what you have done performance-wise and in a theatre. If you worked on the stage crew, put that in there too!
Comfortable clothes that are appropriate to dance in -- no sandals or skirts, please.
A Water Bottle. This is Arizona! You need to stay hydrated and energized.
If you can, it's a good idea to pre-register. You will fill out the audition form online before hand so you won't have to fill it out when you get to the theatre. To pre-register, follow the link below.
AUDITION DATE, TIME AND LOCATION:
Tuesday, April 14, 2026 at 4:00pm. Doors Open at 3:30 pm.
Wednesday, April 15, 2026 at 4:00 pm. Doors Open at 3:30 pm.
You only need to attend one of these auditions. We hold auditions at our theatre:
Valley Youth Theatre
525 North First Street
On the Southeast Corner of First Street & Fillmore in Downtown Phoenix
Enter through the side door on Filmore and follow the signage.
Please note: The VYT parking lot is first-come, first-serve. Public paid parking is available in the lot across the street of the front doors on 1st street and at various meters surrounding the theatre. Please plan accordingly.
All info and pre-registering is found on our website at https://vyt.com/section/auditions
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