Music by:
Jeanine Tesori
Book & Lyrics by:
David Lindsay-Abaire
Based on the Oscar-winning DreamWorks Animation film, Shrek The Musical is a Tony Award-winning fairy tale adventure, featuring all new songs from Jeanine Tesori (Thoroughly Modern Millie; Caroline, or Change) and a sidesplitting book by David Lindsay-Abaire. Shrek 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.
Audition Information
Open to ages: 8-18
No prior experience required
Everyone who auditions is cast
Dates:
December 2 & 3, 2025
Audition Slots are 5-6 pm and 7-8:30 pm
Dance Call is 6-7 pm on the same day as your audition.
EVERYONE auditioning must attend the Dance Call.
If you audition on Tuesday, attend the Tuesday Dance Call from 6-7pm.
If you audition on Thursday, attend the Thursday Dance Call from 6-7pm.
Callbacks:
(by invitation only)
December 6 2025
Callbacks are 9:00 AM - 2:00 PM
Locations:
Tuesday, December 2:
Studio One at California Center for the Arts, Escondido
340 N Escondido Blvd., Escondido, CA 92025
Wednesday, December 3
Conference Center - Salon 5 at California Center for the Arts, Escondido
340 N Escondido Blvd., Escondido, CA 92025
Instructions:
For in-person auditions
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Sign up using the Sign Up Genius link below.
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Prepare a one minute audition song in the style of the musical.
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Complete enrollment into our program and pay audition fee. See Enrollment Information.
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Please bring an accompaniment track to your audition. A device for speaker connection will be provided. There will be no accompanist.
For virtual auditions
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Sign up using the Sign Up Genius link below, (the 4:55 slot on December 2 is for virtual audition sign up)
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Prepare a video including (1) your slate, (2) you singing a one minute song, and (3) approximately one minute of you performing a dance of your choice.
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Complete enrollment into our program and pay audition fee. See Enrollment Information
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Submit your video(s) to info@centerstagesd.com no later than 8:00 pm on Wednesday December 3, 2025.
Important Information
Sign-ups are limited!
If your preferred time slot is not available, please select the closest available time slot and leave a comment, or reach out to us and we will find away to accommodate your availability. If you have any questions, please call 760-807-8654.
Enrollment and Audition Fee are Required for Audition
Please complete enrollment and pay the $50 audition fee* prior to your audition.
In order to be cast, you must complete enrollment.
*The $50 non-refundable audition fee will be applied toward your tuition.
Rehearsal Information
Rehearsals begin Tuesday, January 6, 2026
Tuesdays & Thursdays 4:30 pm - 8:30 pm
Saturdays 10:00 am - 4:00 pm
Location:
Studio One at
California Center for the Arts, Escondido
Performance Information
Dates:
Friday, March 27, 2026 @ 7:30 pm
Saturday, March 28, 2026 @2:00 pm & 7:30 pm
Sunday, March 29, 2026 @ 2:00 pm
Location:
Center Theater at
California Center for the Arts, Escondido
Enrollment Information
Open to performers ages: 8-18
Tuition:
$395 per student (including your $50 audition fee)
(Sibling Discounts available - Use code SiblingDiscount during enrollment)
If you would like to apply for a partial tuition scholarship,
please contact info@centerstagesd.com.
How to Enroll:
Step 1: Sign up using the Audition Sign Up link above
Step 2: Enroll by clicking here:
If you are a returning CSP family who has already registered with Enrollsy, please click "Enroll Now"
and then populate the enrollment form with your information by signing in.
Cheers!
Join us in celebrating our young stars by placing a 'Cheers!' message in this show's program! This special keepsake is a wonderful way for friends and family to show their support and appreciation. Whether you include a heartfelt message or add a cherished photo, your message will become a lasting memory for our talented performers. Don't miss this opportunity to be part of their shining moment!
MATILDA is presented through special arrangement with Music Theater International (MTI).
All authorized performance materials are also supplied by MTI.
MTI has given this musical a rating of PG.