Shrek- Our story's title character. A big, green, terrifying ogre who lives alone on a swamp. He embarks on a journey to rid his land of fairytale creatures and, along the way, falls in love with Fiona. Begins as a grumpy hermit, but reveals his layers and eventually becomes the hero. Range: A2 - G#4
Fiona- The beautiful princess of Far Far Away, she transforms into an ogre every night when the sun sets. Rescued by Shrek and eventually falls in love with him. Quirky, blunt, and multitalented, she is not an ordinary princess. Range: F3 - G6
Donkey- A talking donkey who joins Shrek on the run from Farquaad's guards. Quite the chatterbox, he is not deterred by Shrek's looks and practically forces himself into his good graces. Easily frightened and pushy, but also an optimistic with heart. Big, funny character.Range: C3 - B4
Lord Farquaad- The comically short, ruthless ruler of Duloc. He is in search of a princes to marry so that he can become king. Has an intensely unfair bias against fairytale creatures that stems from a resentment of his father. Self-absorbed, lonely, and cruel. Range: B2 - D5
Pinocchio- The leader of the fairytale creatures. He is an animated puppet whose nose grows every time he lies. Plenty of sass with a penchant for lying. Range: E3 - F#4
Gingy- A gingerbread man initially kidnapped by Lord Farquaad. His wit and resolution help him both avoid trouble and inspire the rest of the fairytale creatures. Puppet. Operated by actress appearing as Sugar Plum Fairy. Range: B3 - C#5
Dragon- A dragon that has been charged with guarding Princess Fiona in her isolated castle. She eventually falls in love with Donkey and attempts to keep him there forever. Imposing and flirtatious, but tired of her job as the glorified baby-sitter. Range: F3 - Eb5
Young Fiona- As Princess Fiona, a bright little girl only recently locked in a tower, who passes her time reading fairy tales about being rescued by a handsome and charming prince. Sense of humor, strong singer, must hold harmony.
Teen Fiona- As a teenager, she has been trapped in the tower for a few years and has angst about not being rescued yet. Sense of humor, strong singer, must hold harmony.
Fairytale Creatures- the freaks whom Farquaad has been banished from Duloc and sent to Shrek's swamp. They convince Shrek to help them get their land back. Big Bad Wolf, Three Little Pigs, White Rabbit, Fairy Godmother, Peter Pan, Wicked Witch, Ugly Duckling, Three Bears (Mama Bear, Papa, Bear, Baby Bear), Mad Hatter, Humpty Dumpty, Elf.
Young Shrek- The story begins with Shrek on his seventh birthday, when his parents tell him it is time for him to venture out into the world on his own. Non-speaking/singing role.
Mama Ogre- Shrek's Mom who sends him off into the world at the age of seven. Sings in Big Bright Beautiful World.
Papa Ogre- Shrek's Mom who sends him off into the world at the age of seven. Sings in Big Bright Beautiful World.
Piped Piper- Can not get the rats to follow him and so is helped by Fiona. Performs in Morning Person.
Blue Bird- Sings to Fiona in Morning Person. Very high soprano.
Captain of the Guard- Captian of Lord Farquaad's guards.
Thelonius- Lord Farquaad's assistant.
Walter- Dulco Greeter.
Duloc Announcer- Dulco Citizen who presents Lord Farquarrd at the Festival.
Grumpy- One of the Seven Dwarfs who is Farquaad's father.
Bishop- Performs the ceremony for Farquaad and Fiona's wedding.
Three Blind Mice- The three mice that accompany Donkey in the song Make a Move, to try and persuade Shrek to tell Fiona how he feels.
Happy People- The people young Shrek meets when he is sent into the world by his mom and dad. They sing in Big Bright Beautiful World.
Duloc Citizens- The people of Duloc. They sing Welcome to Duloc at the festival Farquaad throws to draw the name of a Duloc citizen that will have to fetch Princess Fiona for him.
Guards- The Guards of Farquaad's Castle.
Knights (4)- The men who tried to rescue Fiona from the tower but could not defeat the Dragon and were taken as hostages. They sing in Forever, the Dragon's song.
Rats- The dancing rats that the Piped Piper can't get to follow him. They dance in Morning Person.
