Everyone's favorite ogre is back!
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.
Beauty is in the eye of the ogre in Shrek The Musical JR., based on the Oscar-winning DreamWorks Animation film and fantastic Broadway musical. It's a "big bright beautiful world" as everyone's favorite ogre, Shrek, leads a cast of fairytale misfits on an adventure to rescue a princess and find true acceptance.
Beauty is in the eye of the ogre in Shrek The Musical JR., based on the Oscar-winning DreamWorks Animation film and fantastic Broadway musical. It's a "big bright beautiful world" as everyone's favorite ogre, Shrek, leads a cast of fairytale misfits on an adventure to rescue a princess and find true acceptance.
TWO CASTS
“ You don't have to live life by the book. Make your own story."
CAST ONE:
- Ages 12yrs+ ( ages 9-11yrs considered on individual basis)
- Adaptive theater for ages 14yrs+
Rehearsals held on Tuesdays 1:15-4:15pm and 2-3 Fridays per month, January - March. ( Friday schedule TBA by 1/3/24) at the Rosen JCC.
REHEARSALS: 1/9, 1/16, 1/23, 1/30, 2/6, 2/13, 2/20, 2/27, 3/5, 3/12 and Friday dates TBA by 1/3/24
Tech Rehearsals: Thursday, March 14th and Friday, March 15th ( Time TBD) at Marshall Ellis Performing Arts
Performances: Saturday, March 16th and Sunday, March 17th ( Times TBD) at Marshall Ellis Performing Arts
CAST TWO:
- Ages 7-14yrs
- Adaptive theater for ages 7yrs+
Rehearsals held on Tuesdays 1:30-4:30pm at the Rosen JCC.
REHEARSALS: 1/9, 1/16, 1/23, 1/30, 2/6, 2/13, 2/20, 2/27, 3/5, 3/12
Tech Rehearsal: Friday, March 15th ( Time TBD) at Marshall Ellis Performing Arts
Performance: Saturday, March 16th (and tentatively, Sunday, March 17th) ( Times TBD) at Marshall Ellis Performing Arts
Is a 3hr rehearsal too long for your child? AWH is happy to offer a shorter rehearsal to create a successful situation where your child will thrive and soar! CAST TWO- SHORTER REHEARSALS
- Ages 7-14yrs
- Adaptive theater for ages 7yrs+
Rehearsals held on Tuesdays 1:30-2:30/3:00pm ( release time will depend on what is being covered during rehearsal) January 9th-February 20th.
Rehearsals held on Tuesdays 1:30-4:30pm -February 27th-March 12th.
REHEARSALS: 1/9, 1/16, 1/23, 1/30, 2/6, 2/13, 2/20, 2/27, 3/5, 3/12
Tech Rehearsal: Friday, March 15th ( Time TBD) at Marshall Ellis Performing Arts
Performance: Saturday, March 16th (and tentatively, Sunday, March 17th) ( Times TBD) at Marshall Ellis Performing Arts
Every villager who auditions will receive a part.
AUDITIONS
- Video Submission Auditions December 11th-30th. Villagers will submit a slate( introduce yourself) , a vocal audition( 30seconds-1minute song- in musical theater style similar to Shrek. backed by accompaniment/karaoke track), a choice of 3-5 sides or a monologue( approximately 30 seconds-1minute) , and a dance audition. All applicants will receive a part. Select individuals will be asked to attend callbacks on January 3rd
- Sensory Friendly option... IN-PERSON AUDITIONS January 3rd. AWH has a limited number of In-Person Audition slots on January 3rd for individuals who prefer to audition in person due to a sensory need. will prepare the same audition requests as video submissions and will register for an audition time slot to audition in person. All applicants will receive a part
PRODUCTION FEE
DEPOSIT A $100 Deposit is due with registration. Deposits go towards paying for leasing the script and venue deposits. Deposit is non-refundable, non-transferable.
PRODUCTION FEE BALANCE IS PAYABLE
- One Full Installment due 01/01/24. CAST ONE- $400, CAST TWO- $300, CAST TWO-Shorter $225
- Installment Payment Plan due #1 01/01/24, #2 02/01/24, #3 03/01/24, CAST ONE- $134/$133/$133, CAST TWO- $100/$100/$100, CAST TWO-Shorter- $75/$75/$75
- 50% or 100% Service Barter AWH has a select number of openings for a Service Barter. In exchange for 50% or 100% Production Fee Balance, parent will provide a select service from our list: rehearsal assistant( no experience necessary), office/costume/prop/production assistant( in-person and at home/on own time options), production crew. (There will be a spot on registration to choose Service Barter option. Due to limited number of Service Barter positions, parents of students who do not receive the FES-UA or PEP scholarships will be prioritized)
At Arts with Heart we are passionate about
- providing performing arts opportunities where performers will learn, grow, thrive and soar!
- creating an ASD inclusive and sensory-friendly environment. We support individual's needs- ASD, sensory, other special needs, and "neurotypical"! We work purposefully to create a judgement-free, positive energy, creative, and encouraging environment that creates a safe space for our students to thrive and flourish.
Please note- students who need one on one assistance are welcome and encouraged to join! We request a " shadow" - a one on one helper- provided by the family. Helper can be an older sibling, parent or hired helper. This will ensure all the children in the cast receive the attention and assistance needed to thrive and succeed.
Rehearsals are held mostly at the Rosen JCC, 11184 S.Apopka-Vineland Rd, Orlando, FL 32836
and alternately at a venue in central FL. Performances will be held at Marshall Ellis Performing Arts.
and alternately at a venue in central FL. Performances will be held at Marshall Ellis Performing Arts.