Midcoast Youth Theater
Auditions -Shrek
Shrek, the musical
Book & lyrics by David Lindsay-Abaire
Music by Jeanine Tesori
Based on the 2001 DreamWorks Animation film Shrek
Performances on:
Thu, May 7th at 7pm
Fri, May 8th at 7pm
Sat, May 9th at 2pm & 7pm
Sun, May 10th at 2pm
Crooker Theater, Brunswick High School
Directed by Randy O'hara
Musical direction by Courtney Babbidge
Choreography by Christina Longstreeth
Open to performer of all ages - children & adults
Rehearsal information
Rehearsals will primarily take place on:
-Mondays from 6:30-9:30pm
-Tuesday from 6:30-9:30pm
-Saturdays from 1-5pm
The majority of rehearsals for ensemble & young children will take place on Saturdays.
A more detailed, day-to-day rehearsal schedule will be provided after casting and throughout the rehearsal process.
Rehearsals will be begin on Monday, February 23rd
Tech week will take place at Crooker Theater starting Thursday, April 30th
with shows running May 7-10th.
Actors interested in auditioning should review the rehearsal schedule carefully.
Because of the condensed timeline, cast members will need to be available for the majority
of the rehearsals and must have no prior conflicts during tech & show week.
More than 1 rehearsal “no show” may result in removal from scenes/songs.
Troupe Fees
We’re excited to welcome performers of all ages to audition for our upcoming production!
This season, we’re offering two great audition options to fit a variety of schedules and interests.
Our standard MYT auditions are open to anyone interested in being considered for a primary role or the main ensemble. There is a $100 registration fee for those selected through the audition process.
Registration payment or scholarship requests will be due at the first rehearsal.
We’re also thrilled to introduce our “Swamp Family” audition track—perfect for families or friend groups who want to share the stage with a smaller time commitment.
Swamp Family participants will perform in our energetic opening song "Story of my life".
After that song, they are free to leave during tech week and on show nights.
There will be fewer rehearsals for this group making it a great option for younger performers or anyone with a limited schedule. The reduced registration fee of $50 per person or scholarship request is due
at the first rehearsal.
Please note that in the case of a large number of auditionees, some actors may be placed in the “Swamp Family” group only, in an effort to keep our cast size safe and manageable.
Auditions
Auditions will be held on Friday Jan 30th from 6:00-9:30pm and Saturday Jan 31st from 1-5pm
at the Mid Coast Presbyterian Church in Topsham.
There is no pre-registration for auditions.
Everyone should plan to arrive at the START time on EITHER Friday or Saturday.
You do not need to come to both days - just one or the other.
Once you’ve finished your audition (and any side reading or dance portion, if you’re called for those), you’ll be free to head out.
Parents with young children must stay for the entirety of their auditions.
Auditions will be open to children 5yr+ & adult of all ages
FORMS
There are two forms: one online and one to print and bring with you to auditions
Please fill out the Online Administrative Form ahead of auditions.
Please print and fill out the Audition Form ahead of time and bring with you to auditions.
AUDITIONS INFORMATION
SINGING: Actors may choose to audition either in a group or with a solo song.
Group singing auditions:
Option 1: Swamp Family Ensemble (Limited Commitment)
· Rehearsals: Select Saturdays only, until Tech Week
· Stage Time: Appears in the "Story of my life" opening scene.
· Audition Requirements: Group singing audition only (no solo or dance)
· Best For: Performers who want a lighter schedule
As a group, we will learn a selection of "Story of my life" together. If you only want to be considered for the Swamp Family, you may leave the audition after the group singing is complete.
Audio link for Story of my life
Option 2: Main Cast Ensemble (Moderate Commitment)
· Rehearsals: Most Saturdays, plus some Mondays & Tuesdays
· Stage Time: Featured as dancers and main ensemble throughout the show
· Audition Requirements:
Choice between group singing or solo singing
*Group song "Story of my life"
*Solo song (16–32 bars) - any song will do, including selection from "Story of my life"
*Dance audition (stay after singing audition)
· Best For: Performers who want to dance, sing, and be actively involved in multiple scenes but don't feel ready for a lead role.
Solo singing auditions:
Option 3: Leads / Speaking & Singing Roles (Full Commitment)
· Rehearsals: Frequent rehearsals on Mondays, Tuesdays, and Saturdays (as called)
· Stage Time: Lead characters with solos, dialogue, and extended stage presence
· Audition Requirements:
*Solo song (16–32 bars)
*Dance audition (stay after singing audition)
*Side reading auditions (stay after singing audition)
· Best For: Performers ready for a larger role with more responsibility and rehearsal time
All actors who want to be considered for a role with a solo or main ensemble must prepare a 16 bar/30 second cut of a song of their choosing. The song does not need to be from Shrek, but if you are trying for a specific role, we recommend preparing a song which that character sings or a song with similar content. Everyone will be considered for every role regardless of song choice.
Auditionees can bring sheet music for our pianist Courtney to play or sing with a karaoke track (we'll have a bluetooth speaker there). Acapella auditions are accepted but not encouraged.
SIDE READING: We will have sides prepared for reading at the audition.
DANCE: All actors should wear clothes they can comfortably move in, and bring dance shoes if they have them.
DIGITAL AUDITIONS: Digital auditions are accepted upon request only. Please contact Randy O'Hara at randy.ohara@midcoastyouththeater.org for more information.