Open call audition for all adult roles is on March 29.
With the dazzling musical Delia D. just about to open in April, Full House Theater Company—Newport World Resorts’ resident production outfit—is already brewing something special for the ber- months. Shrek, the Musical, is having a Philippine staging from October to December 2025 at the Newport Performing Arts Theater.
About Shrek, the Musical
Shrek, the Musical, with music by Jeanine Tesori and book and lyrics by David Lindsay-Abaire, is based on the 2001 DreamWorks Animation film Shrek.
At the heart of the story is Shrek, an unlikely hero who embarks on a transformative journey alongside a wisecracking Donkey and a spirited princess who defies traditional rescue tropes. Their adventure is not just about physical quests but also about the inner journey of embracing one’s uniqueness. The stage production adds layers to the narrative with lush orchestrations and a focus on character development, making it more intimate and relatable. It has all sorts of spectacles, from costumes to the set, puppets, and even a fire-breathing dragon.
It first opened at the 5th Avenue Theatre in Seattle in 2008 before heading to Broadway with an official opening on December 14 of the same year. The production went on a national tour of North America in 2010, with Eric Petersen (of Kevin Can F**k Himself fame) as Shrek. A scaled-down version was produced in the West End from 2011 to 2013. Shrek, the Musical went on with its UK and Ireland tour in 2014.
Shrek, the Musical received eight 2009 Tony Award nominations, including Best Musical, and won for Best Costume Design of a Musical.
Auditions for Shrek, the Musical in Manila
Newport World Resorts is on the hunt for talented performers to join the production, as they announced open call auditions for all adult roles on March 29, 2025, at Meeting Room 1 on the third floor of Hilton Manila. Registration runs from 9 a.m. to 12 p.m., with auditions from 1 p.m. to 5 p.m.
Roles that are up for auditions are Shrek, Princess Fiona, Donkey, Lord Farquaad, Dragon, Gingy, Pinocchio, and Wolf. As this is a musical, strong vocal ability is an expected skill, with some roles requiring dancing.
Auditionees should prepare 32 bars of a song from a musical. Don’t forget to bring a minus-one track for playback, your latest CV, a 3R-sized headshot, and a full-body shot. Registration forms are to be filled out on-site.
For accepted artists, rehearsals start on August 18, 2025, from 2 p.m. to 9 p.m., extending to 11 p.m. during Tech week.
The Philippine production of Shrek, the Musical, is directed by Michael Williams, with musical staging and choreography by Dexter Santos and music direction by Rony Fortich.
