🎭 Announcing: Shrek The Musical 🎭
The first production of Grandstreet Theatre’s 51st Season

Grandstreet Theatre is thrilled to open the curtain on our 51st Season with a show that’s laugh-out-loud funny, full of heart, and proudly a little bit different. Get ready to journey to a swamp far, far away as we launch the season with SHREK THE MUSICAL!

Packed with unforgettable songs, dazzling dance numbers, and a message about embracing who you truly are, Shrek The Musical is the perfect way to step into Grandstreet’s next chapter. It’s bold. It’s joyful. It’s wildly entertaining. And it’s a celebration of community both onstage and off.

We are also thrilled to welcome Dean Marino back to Grandstreet Theatre as the director of Shrek the Musical! Dean is no stranger to our stage—most recently, he brought endless heart and hilarity to audiences as Patrick Star in our production of SpongeBob SquarePants the Musical. His infectious joy, deep love of storytelling, and collaborative spirit made him a favorite both onstage and in the Helena Community.

We are equally excited to welcome Colby Hamann back to Grandstreet Theatre as the choreographer for Shrek the Musical! Colby wowed audiences in last summer’s smash hit Mary Poppins as a featured ensemble member, and we are thrilled to have him return for a second summer.

Rounding out the beginning of our creative team is Liz Adler as Music Director. Liz is no stranger to Grandstreet Theatre, and her heart, leadership, and deep love for this place have helped bring to life some of our most epic and memorable musical moments.

AUDITIONS NOW OPEN

We’re casting near, far, and everywhere in between!

Grandstreet Theatre is excited to open auditions to local talent, students interested in our Conservatory program, and performers from across the country. Whether you’re a seasoned professional, an emerging artist, or a local performer ready to jump into the swamp, we want to see you.

✨ Online Submissions Deadline:
📅 February 20

✨ Local Auditions:
📅 February 21

👉 Please fill out the audition form here:
https://airtable.com/appj4s64zK4OuKD83/pagQhZ8SR8bimznRv/form

🎶 AUDITION REQUIREMENTS

16–32 bar cut of a song in the style of the show
(Singing from the show is welcome!)

For those submitting online auditions please include a dance reel link. If you are auditioning in person, we will have dance call with a combination created by Colby.

Call back information will be provided once initial auditions are over.

THIS IS A NON-UNION CONTRACT

📅 PRODUCTION DETAILS

Rehearsals:
🗓 Begin June 18 and run daily through July 9

Rehearsals may be scheduled during the day and/or evening

Local volunteer actors in small roles will rehearse evenings and weekends only

⚠️ Rehearsal Notes:

No rehearsals late afternoon/evening July 3 & 4

No rehearsal the morning of July 5, but rehearsal will resume that evening

Performances:
🗓 July 10 – August 2, 2026
🎭 Tuesday–Sunday

Two shows on Saturdays and Sundays, with the exception of the weekend of Helena Symphony’s Symphony Under the Stars

🌟 PROFESSIONAL ARTISTS & SUMMER CAMP

Professional artists cast in Shrek The Musical will also be required to teach in Grandstreet’s Summer Camp Program:

🗓 July 13–July 24 or July 27–July 31

As Grandstreet Theatre enters its 51st Season, Shrek The Musical reminds us that stories about belonging, bravery, and embracing what makes us unique are more important than ever. This production is a joyful invitation—to artists, audiences, and our entire community—to come as you are and be part of something magical.

So whether you’re dreaming of the spotlight, cheering from the audience, or taking your first step into the world of theatre, this is your moment.