Strong actress as needs to convincingly do two voices; one as Sugar and one as Gingy. Strong vocals required for this role. Gingy must sound like Dreamworks character.
Playing age: Any
Vocal range: Alto with high belt
Audition lib: See below
Audition song: Freak Flag
Audition dance: "I'm A Believer" & "Freak Flag"
Character description: The Sugar Plum Fairy is a quirky, upbeat character with a touch of sass. She is one of the fairy-tale creatures who has been exiled to Shrek’s swamp by the villainous Lord Farquaad. Although her appearance in the show is brief, she brings humor and charm with her high-pitched voice and bubbly personality, often providing comic relief among the other characters.
As the voice of Gingy the Gingerbread Man during the torture scene, the Sugar Plum Fairy gives a playful spin to an otherwise tense moment. She stands in solidarity with the other outcasts, showing resilience and pride despite being marginalized. While her role is small, she contributes to the ensemble’s message of self-acceptance and unity among the fairy-tale creatures, embodying the musical's theme of celebrating differences and staying true to oneself.
Character songs: "Freak Flag"
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