The creative team is seeking male performers of all cultural backgrounds for these roles.
DONKEY: 20s-30s. A performer with a contemporary, urban edge and great humor. Joins Shrek on his journey to capture Princess Fiona. Seeking unique performers especially from slam poetry, comedy, Hip Hop worlds or clever actors with great comic skill.
Those who wish to audition must submit a DVD of themselves singing a song, a photo and resume by May 18. For complete instructions and more information, go to http://iwanttobeshrek.com/
Based on the children's book by William Steig, the character of Shrek has been featured in two major animated films, Shrek 2001, which won the first-ever Academy Award for Best Animated Feature, and Shrek 2 2004, which went on to become the highest-grossing animated film of all time. The next chapter, Shrek the Third, hits theaters May 18. Shrek is voiced by Mike Myers in the films, and Donkey is played by Eddie Murphy.