CVLT Auditions Chagrin Valley Little Theatre 40 River Street Chagrin Falls, OH 44022 https://cvlt.org/ ------------------------------------------------------------------------ SHREK THE MUSICAL - Auditions August 9-10, 2025 *A Swamp-tacular Family Adventure* Book & Lyrics by David Lindsay-Abaire | Music by Jeanine Tesori Directed by Chris Bizub | Musical Direction by Heidi Herczeg | Choreography by Lauren Stepanski Synopsis Based on the beloved Academy Award-winning film, this hilarious and heartwarming show brings your favorite ogre, donkey, and feisty princess to life on stage. Follow Shrek as he embarks on a quest to reclaim his swamp, encountering a motley crew of fairytale misfits along the way. Performance Dates * November 14 – December 14, 2025 * Fridays & Saturdays at 7:30 PM * Sundays at 2:00 PM (November 23, 30; December 7, 14) Audition Schedule * *Saturday, August 9th*: 12:00pm-4:00pm * *Sunday, August 10th*: 7:00pm-10:00pm * *Callbacks*: Sunday, August 17th, 6:30-10:00 PM *IMPORTANT*: In-person auditions open to ages 16+ only What to Prepare * Headshot and resume (if available) * List of conflicts September-December * One song in show style, 32 bars or less (accompanist provided) * Dance auditions and script readings at callbacks Youth Auditions (Under 16) Video submissions accepted for roles including Young Fiona, Young Shrek, Gingy, Pinocchio, and youth ensemble. Submit to: bizchris85@gmail.com with subject line "Shrek Auditions-CVLT" *Video submission deadline*: August 10th, 9:00 PM Featured Roles * *Shrek* (Male, 20s-40s): Our green hero with hidden layers * *Fiona* (Female, 20s-40s): Not your ordinary princess * *Donkey* (Any gender, 20s-40s): Optimistic chatterbox * *Lord Farquaad* (Male, 30s-50s): Comically short, ruthless ruler * *Dragon* (Female, 20s-40s): Imposing but tired guardian * Plus ensemble roles as fairytale creatures, guards, and townspeople Rehearsal Schedule * Begins September 22nd * Sunday-Thursday, 6:30-10:00 PM ------------------------------------------------------------------------ Contact Information *Shrek Questions*: bizchris85@gmail.com /CVLT is a community theater - no acting roles are compensated. No roles have been pre-cast./ Break a leg, and we look forward to seeing you at auditions!