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. Shrek The Musical Jr. is presented by arrangement with Music Theatre International (MTI). All authorized performance materials are also supplied by MTI.
All Roles Open - any role may be performed by an actor of any gender Role Description 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, he should be an excellent actor with comedic chops.
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. The performer should be able to do it all: act, sing and dance. This is a premiere role for an experienced performer with a lovable spirit.
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, a comedian who isn't afraid of making bold choices or looking silly.
Donkey - A brash, loud, fast-talking animal with no concept of "quiet time." The performer should be able to sing well and have a whole lot of presence and character. The performer complements Shrek well as his loyal and ever-faithful sidekick.
Dragon - A breakout role for a singer with a lot of soul and spunk. She is a ferocious fire-breathing dragon but finds a surprising love in Donkey. The performer should have tremendous presence and a good pop singing voice.
3 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 actors.
Young Fiona / Teen Fiona - Young Fiona and Teen Fiona are younger versions of Fiona and should have solid singing voices.
Mama Ogre / Papa Ogre - Good roles for a dynamic duo that can kick off the show with a lot of energy and presence. Make sure to cast good singers.
Young Shrek - He may not have lines but he is very important to the storytelling.
Pinocchio The wooden boy who cannot tell a lie without being belied by his growing nose. Pinocchio begins in a sour mood about his second-class status but ends the story as a natural leader among the Fairy Tale Creatures. A performer with a lot of personality who can sing well.
3 Little Pigs The classic three little pigs with a twist. It isn't necessary that they look identical; focus on finding a fun and dynamic trio.
Ugly Duckling He may be bitter about his unfortunate appearance, but he does find camaraderie among his fellow fairy tale outcasts. This is a fun comedic role.
Three Bears Mama Bear, Papa Bear, and Baby Bear. Great cameo roles for performers who have little performing experience but make a complementary group.
Wicked Witch A great role for a performer destined to be a character actress. She has a big personality, so find a performer who is up to the task.
Big Bad Wolf He doesn't need to be a scary, threatening big-bad-wolf type. At this point, he's a pretty tame wolf who is reduced to wearing Little Red Riding hood's grandmother's dressing gown.
Gingy A great performer who is as earnest as can be. Gingy is based on the Gingerbread Man who runs away like a fugitive from his baking captors. Find a performer with great energy.
Peter Pan The boy who never grew up, and he continues to act the part in this story.
Captain of the Guard This role is just right for an actor with some inherent strength and authority. He or she doesn't have to have a lot of stage experience; just be sure to cast somebody who has a big, booming voice and who isn't scared to put all the Fairy Tale Creatures in their place.
Knights The Dragon's background singers who all tried at some point to save Fiona from her tower but were held hostage by the Dragon.
Farquaad's Father A dwarf - Farquaad's comparably short and grumpy father.
Ensemble Villagers, prisoners, guards, Duloc dancers, 3 blind mice, pied pier, rat tappers, forest animals, etc.
Quality Music and Dance Chesapeake, is excited to add Children's Theatre of Chesapeake, with musical theater classes and live stage productions to their program line up along with Quality Music Center Virginia Beach. This family owned and operated performing Arts schools in Chesapeake and Virginia Beach Virginia was founded in 1997.
Our classes are taught with positive, encouraging teaching styles, by our staff of professional educators who will guide them with patience, creativity, and laughter! Our fully-staged performances highlight professional set design, costuming, lighting and sound, and will always be an excellent choice for ALL ages to attend. Once enrolled, students will audition and be cast in a role and will receive acting, singing, and dancing guidance no matter their experience or skill level - NO PART IS A SMALL PART! Each program will culminate in a fully-staged, live performances!
Participating in theater classes and performing with others on stage can provide a wide range of benefits, which include personal growth, social skills, and creativity. Here is a small list of the key benefits of being involved in theater:
1. Improving Communication Skills: Performing on stage and being in theater classes can help improve communication skills, including vocal projection, articulation, and public speaking. these skills are essential for personal as well as for professional success.
2. Building Confidence: Being involved in theater classes and performing live can help build confidence and improve self-esteem. The experience of being on stage receiving positive feedback from an audience can be a transformative experience for the an actor.
3. Developing Creativity: Theater is a highly creative art form that requires people to think outside the box and come up with new ideas. Being involved in theatre classes can help develop creativity and problem-solving skills.
4. Enhancing Social Skills: Participating in theatre classes and productions can provide an opportunity to meet new people and develop social skills. Working with others to create a performance can help to build teamwork and other collaboration skills.
5. Learning Time Management: Rehearsing for a performance requires time management skills and the ability to balance multiple responsibilities. This can be a valuable skill to develop in all areas of life.
6. Developing Empathy: Performing on stage requires actors to put themselves in the shoes of their characters and understand their motivations and emotions. This can help develop empathy and understanding towards others.
7. Building Cultural Awareness: Theater can be a reflection of society and can provide a window into different cultures and experiences. Being involved in theater can help build cultural awareness and understanding. And last, being active in theater classes and performing live on stage can provide a wide range of benefits, from personal growth to social skills and creativity. It is a excellent way to conquer essential life skills while making new friends, having fun and pursuing hopefully a life long passion.
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