Shrek the Musical – Rising Stars Auditions  

Based on the film, Shrek The Musical brings all the beloved characters you know from the film to life on stage and proves there’s more to the story than meets the ears.

“Once upon a time, there was a little ogre named Shrek….” And thus begins the tale of an unlikely hero who finds himself on a life-changing journey alongside a wisecracking Donkey and a feisty princess who resists her rescue. Throw in a short-tempered bad guy, a cookie with an attitude and over a dozen other fairy tale misfits, and you’ve got the kind of mess that calls for a real hero. Luckily, there’s one on hand… and his name is Shrek.

Rated: G for all ages

Tickets are now available!

Rising Stars

For Actors: Grades 1-8

Why Attend

There’s nothing quite like watching a room full of young performers, some as young as first grade, bring a full story to life with sets, costumes, and lights! Rising Stars gives audiences a front-row seat to a milestone moment: often a child’s very first time performing in front of a crowd.

The format is condensed, but the heart is not. These productions are built with genuine care to match the age and attention span of the cast, which means the energy stays high, the pacing stays fun, and the whole show moves at a clip that keeps young audience members, and grown-up ones, equally engaged.

Rising Stars offers a joyful, low-pressure introduction to what live theater can feel like. And for the performers themselves, having a full house cheering them on is often the exact spark that ignites confidence for life!

At Stage 284 we value participation from performers of all ages and experience levels and seek to create a multigenerational experience where adults and children can learn from one another.

Thank you to our Season Sponsors: Mattina R. Proctor Foundation, The Comparato Family, Hamilton-Wenham Cultural Council, and Leslie S. Ray Insurance Agency

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