Overview
High Note: G#4/Ab4
Low Note: A2
Analysis
Shrek, an ogre who lives alone in a secluded swamp, is the grumpy, smelly, surprising hero of this fairy tale. His self-imposed hermitage prevents him from ever having to interact with the world. When anyone looks at an ogre, all they see is a humongous, belching,
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Editor Picks & Commentary
Shrek is a paradox: physically imposing and emotionally guarded, yet deeply sensitive and self-aware beneath the bluster. In an audition, focus on grounding him in honesty rather than caricature. His humor comes from bluntness and self-protection, not from “playing funny.” Allow moments of vulnerability—especially when discussing isolation or being judged—to land sincerely. Vocally, Shrek requires a strong, sustained contemporary musical theatre baritone with the ability to handle both lyrical
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