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Shrek The Musical is making its way to Manila this holiday season. Newport World Resorts, through its theatrical arm, Full House Theater Company, has announced the production of this exciting and fun-filled show. The musical will run from October to December, bringing the beloved characters of the Kingdom of Far Far Away to life.
Details About Shrek The Musical and Production Team
This production will be under the direction of Michael Williams. The talented Cara Barredo will assist him as the assistant director, with Dexter Santos providing musical staging and Stephen Viñas handling the choreography. Rony Fortich will serve as the music director for this highly anticipated show.
Open Auditions for Lead Roles
In preparation for the show, Newport World Resorts has also opened a casting call for various lead roles. They are seeking actors to portray iconic characters such as Shrek, Princess Fiona, Donkey, Lord Farquaad, Dragon, Gingy, Pinocchio, and Wolf for the ensemble. If you’re interested in auditioning, make sure to take note of the following key details:
- Registration Date: March 29
- Registration Time: 9:00 a.m. to 12:00 p.m.
- Audition Time: 1:00 p.m. to 5:00 p.m.
- Location: Hilton Manila
What to Bring to the Audition
Applicants must prepare a few things in order to audition successfully:
- 32 bars of a song from their favorite musical
- Minus one track for playback
- Latest CV
- 3R-sized headshot
- Full body shot
For more details about the audition process, visit Newport World Resorts’ website.
About Shrek The Musical
Based on William Steig’s book Shrek! and the popular DreamWorks Animation film, Shrek The Musical follows the story of Shrek as he sets out on a quest to rescue the feisty Princess Fiona. Along the way, he is joined by his lovable companion, Donkey. Together, they must defeat the scheming Lord Farquaad and help Shrek reclaim the deed to his swamp. The musical brings the colorful characters and humor from the film to the stage, providing a fun-filled experience for the whole family.
With auditions now open, aspiring actors can take part in this exciting opportunity. Keep an eye out for more updates as the production gears up to bring Shrek The Musical to Manila this holiday season.
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