July 25, 2010
CHICAGO CRITICS ARE UNANIMOUS SHREK'S A HIT!
Shrek the Musical opened in Chicago on July 25th to rave reviews from fans and critics alike!
Click here to read more.
July 13, 2010
SHREK THE MUSICAL Comes To Chicago at the Cadillac Palace Theatre 7/13
Broadway In Chicago along with producers DreamWorks Theatricals and Neal Street Productions, Ltd. are thrilled to announce Shrek The Musical will begin the First National Tour in Chicago! The Tony and Drama Desk Award-winning Shrek The Musical will play a limited eight week engagement in Chicago beginning July 13 at the Cadillac Palace Theatre (151 W. Randolph St.). Tickets are currently on sale.
Click here to read more.
July 2, 2010
Shrek To Bring His Swamp to the West End in 2011
Shrek The Musical is set for its West End debut. Performances will begin at the Theatre Royal, Drury Lane in May of 2011.
Click here to read more.
May 11, 2010
Shrek The Musical Tour Cast Announced!
Eric Petersen, who recently appeared as the socially challenged Barfee in the national tour of The 25th Annual Putnam County Spelling Bee, will star in the title role of the national tour of Shrek The Musical, which launches July 13 at the Cadillac Palace Theatre in Chicago.
The cast will also feature Haven Burton (Shrek, Legally Blonde) as Princess Fiona and Alan Mingo, Jr. (The Little Mermaid, Rent) as Donkey.
Click here to read more.
February 8, 2010
THE BIG BRIGHT BEAUTIFUL MUSICAL LIVE ON STAGE IN CHICAGO!
Shrek The Musical is beginning its National Tour this July in Chicago and tickets just went on sale! The summer may seem far, far away, but tickets will go faster than Cinderella at a shoe sale.
Click here to buy tickets.
December 4, 2009
SHREK NOMINATED FOR A GRAMMY!
Shrek the Musical has been nominated for the Grammy Award for Best Musical Show Album.
Click here for the full list of nominees.
Click here to purchase the album.
November 30, 2009
SHREK ROCKS THE THANKSGIVING DAY PARADE!
Floats, Balloons and SHREK! Click here to watch the cast perform "I'm a Believer" at the 83rd Annual Macy's Thanksgiving Day Parade!
November 19, 2009
SHREK'S GREATEST HITS
Our brand new album Shrek The Musical (Highlights) has dropped. This fabulous new CD has 10 of our favorite songs, including our newest number "I'm a Believer!"
Click here to visit the Decca Broadway website and listen to some of the tracks!
November 19, 2009
FREAKS ON PARADE
Shrek The Musical will be performing a number from the show in Macy's Thanksgiving Day Parade. Tune in at 9am EST on NBC to watch the cast let their freak flags fly on national television! (See local listings for details.)
November 11, 2009
Download "I'm a Believer" now!
The brand new Shrek the Musical cast recording of "I'm a Believer" is now available for download at the Decca Broadway website and on iTunes! Be the first on your block to get this rockin' rendition of our fairy tale's new ending!
November 9, 2009
Shrek Celebrates a Year of Flying Its Freak Flag on Broadway
Shrek celebrated a year on Broadway on November 8. The musical, which follows the adventures of a swamp-dwelling ogre and a host of fairy-tale creatures, made merry with Crumbs cupcakes on stage at the Broadway Theatre before the matinee.
Click here to view the photo gallery.
October 29, 2009
NEW VIDEO: "I'M A BELIEVER"
Check out the brand-new MUSIC VIDEO for "I'm a Believer" from Shrek The Musical, which gives you a sneak peek inside the recording session with the entire cast!
Click here to watch!
October 23, 2009
BELIEVE IN HAPPY ENDINGS!
Shrek The Musical will wave a big, green goodbye to the Great White Way when it plays its final performance on January 3, 2010. But the story continues next summer when the National Tour kicks off in Chicago!
Click here for more info.
October 9, 2009
SHREKTOBERFEST IS IN FULL EFFECT
Now through November 8th, it’s SHREKTOBERFEST! This is our biggest event yet, and it’s all in celebration of our upcoming 1st anniversary on Broadway! For tickets, just visit SHREKTOBERFEST.COM.
September 28, 2009
SHREKTOBERFEST Approaches!
The leaves have begun to fall and there's a faint scent of onions up and down Broadway. You know what that means...SHREKTOBERFEST is about to begin!
To learn more about the festival's exciting TALKBACKS, GIVEAWAYS and SPECIAL OFFERS, visit SHREKTOBERFEST.COM!
September 23, 2009
SHREK's 'NOT YOUR ORDINARY PRINCESS' Winners Make Their Broadway Debut!
You can watch Laura and Hannah as they make their journey to Broadway right here on BWW TV in this special documentary! The lucky winners were flown to New York to rehearse with Sutton Foster and members of the show's creative team, had a costume fitting, and appeared in SHREK THE MUSICAL for one night only. The two talented young ladies sang "I Know It's Today" with Sutton Foster.
Click here to watch their entire unforgettable experience.
September 18, 2009
Lucky & Talented 'PRINCESS' Contest Winners Meet Sutton Foster, Prep For B'way Bow
Laura Laureano (age 14) and Hannah Beatt (age 9), the winners of the “Not Your Ordinary Princess” contest, received a warm welcome from Sutton Foster at the Broadway Theatre, where they rehearsed “I Know It's Today” and got fitted for their big Broadway debut tomorrow evening!
Click here to see more photos.
September 10, 2009
HEAR YE, HEAR YE!
SHREK THE MUSICAL is pleased to announce the winners of the "Not Your Ordinary Princess" competition. At the September 19th evening performance of Shrek The Musical on Broadway, the role of Young Fiona will be played by Hannah and the role of Teenage Fiona will be played by Laura.
Click here to watch the winning auditions.
September 4, 2009
Finalists Announced For SHREK THE MUSICAL's 'NOT YOUR ORDINARY PRINCESS' Broadway Competition!
SHREK THE MUSICAL is pleased to announce the finalists in the "Not Your Ordinary Princess" competition. On Saturday, September 19th at 8 p.m., two very lucky young ladies will have their dreams of performing on Broadway come true when they win the chance to perform as "Young Fiona" and "Teen Fiona" alongside Tony Award-winner Sutton Foster in a performance of the award-winning SHREK THE MUSICAL.
Click here to learn more.
August 31, 2009
WE'RE RELLY HUMBLED
SHREK THE MUSICAL has been nominated in two categories for the 7th Annual "LIVE! with Regis & Kelly" Relly Awards! The awards honor outstanding guests and segments from 2008-2009 season of the show.
For our May 1st appearance on the show, we received the following "Relly Award" nominations:
"Best Regis" — Brian d'Arcy James
"Favorite Funny Guest" — Christopher Sieber
The nominees are being announced this week on "LIVE!" and voting takes place daily at RellyAwards.com.
AUGUST 31 ONLY: vote for Brian d'Arcy James' brilliant Regis impersonation! Click here to vote now!
SEPTEMBER 2 ONLY: vote for Christopher Sieber's hilarious guest appearance!
On Monday, September 28th, the winners in each category will be announced live and awarded the coveted "Golden Stool!"
Click here to learn more.
August 11, 2009
SUTTON FOSTER ON THE TODAY SHOW
Sutton Foster dazzled Meredith, Matt, Al and Ann as she performed "Morning Person" on The TODAY Show this morning.
Click here to watch.
August 11, 2009
SHREKTEMBER SAVINGS: BUY 1, GET 1 FREE
Summer is so last season. With new SHREKtember savings from Shrek The Musical, you can BUY 1 TICKET, GET 1 FREE for the month of September only!
Click here For more details.
July 31, 2009
LOTTERY RELOCATED FROM M&M STORE TO THEATRE
Hear ye, hear ye! By royal decree, the popular ticket lottery for Shrek The Musical - overflowing with freaks looking for a great deal on tickets to the hit show - will be relocated starting this Saturday from the M&M store to the Broadway Theatre. The lottery format and rules will also change.
Click here for all the details.
July 27, 2009
BE A BROADWAY STAR FOR A DAY!
Have you ever dreamed of being a BROADWAY STAR? Of being a beautiful PRINCESS? How about being BOTH AT THE SAME TIME?
Enter SHREK THE MUSICAL and Nick.com's “NOT YOUR ORDINARY PRINCESS" CONTEST to win the chance to play Young Fiona or Teenage Fiona in an upcoming performance of SHREK THE MUSICAL on Broadway!
Entering the contest couldn't be easier – all you have to do is upload a video of yourself singing the hit song "I Know It's Today!" by Sunday, August 16th! Winners will be announced September 10th and perform in an evening performance on September 19th.
Click here to enter and watch a special message from Sutton Foster!
July 13, 2009
ONCE UPON THE RADIO: LINDSAY-ABAIRE AND TESORI GO ALL NPR
Shrek The Musical writers David Lindsay-Abaire and Jeanine Tesori cozied up to some fab colored mics for a radio interview with WNYC's Leonard Lopate.
Click below to listen to the full interview.
Click here to watch a video clip from the interview.
July 02, 2009
SAVE THE PRINCESS! SAVE THE TREES! SAVE A BUNCH ON POSTAGE FEES!
With our new batch of E-CARDS, you can share memories from your SHREKcation with friends or invite someone to go on a SHREKcation with you! There are 5 designs to choose from.
Click here to send yours today!
June 18, 2009
BDJ Tells the Ugly Truth
Tony Award winner Brian d'Arcy James -- the handsome baritone beneath Broadway's heaviest makeup -- answers a slew of questions in a new Broadway.com video feature!
Click here to view.
June 8, 2009
'SHREK' Costumes Win Tony, Fashion World Abuzz
Now that TIM HATLEY has won a Tony Award for his costumes for Shrek The Musical, elements of his designs are widely expected to pop up throughout the fashion world. Be on the lookout for pig snouts, fairy wings and hooves on runways and in the pages of Vogue this fall.
Click here for a list of winners.
June 4, 2009
GINGY Tweets from Red Carpet
Everyone's favorite baked good will be tweeting LIVE from the Tonys! For all the red carpet excitement and backstage dish, subscribe to our feed.
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May 29, 2009
Sutton Foster is 'Divalicious,' According to Audiences
Sutton Foster, the beautiful and talented Tony winner who wears Fiona's crown in Shrek The Musical, has won the 2009 Broadway.com Audience Award for "Favorite Diva Performance!" Girl knows how to WORK!
Click here for a list of winners.
May 18, 2009
BDJ and Hatley Win Drama Desks
No, not actual desks. Drama Desk AWARDS! Brian d'Arcy James = Outstanding Actor in a Musical. Tim Hatley = both Outstanding Set AND Costume Design. According to an inside source, Brian is NOT jealous of Tim.
Click here for a list of winners.
May 11, 2009
'SHREK' Wins 4 Outer Critics Circle Awards
Winners of the 59th annual Outer Critics Circle Awards — which honor the best in Broadway and Off-Broadway theatre — were announced May 11. SHREK THE MUSICAL won four awards:
Outstanding Actor in a Musical
Brian d'Arcy James
Outstanding Actress in a Musical
Sutton Foster
Outstanding Set Design
Tim Hatley
Outstanding Costume Design
Tim Hatley
Click here for a list of winners.
May 5, 2009
'SHREK' Gets 8 Tony Award® Nominations
The 63rd Annual Tony Award Nominations were announced this morning. SHREK THE MUSICAL earned the following nominations:
Best Musical
Best Book of a Musical - David Lindsay-Abaire
Best Original Score - Jeanine Tesori & David Lindsay-Abaire
Best Actor - Brian d'Arcy James
Best Actress - Sutton Foster
Best Featured Actor - Christopher Sieber
Best Costume Design - Tim Hatley
Best Orchestrations - Danny Troob and John Clancy
Click here for a complete list of nominees.
April 26, 2009
12 Drama Desk Award Nominations for 'SHREK'
The 2009 Drama Desk Award nominations were announced on April 27 at the New York Friars Club. Shrek The Musical earned 12 nominations, including Best Musical!
Click here for a complete list of nominees.
April 24, 2009
'SHREK THE MUSICAL' to Launch National Tour in 2010
SHREK THE MUSICAL will launch its national tour in June 2010 at the Ford Center for the Performing Arts' Oriental Theatre in Chicago.
Click here to read more.
April 21, 2009
'SHREK' Receives 3 Drama League Award Nominations
Nominees for the 2009 Drama League Awards, which will be held May 15 at the Marriott Marquis Hotel, were announced April 21. SHREK THE MUSICAL received the following nominations:
Distinguished Production of a Musical
Distinguished Performance - Sutton Foster
Distinguished Performance - Christopher Sieber
Click here for a complete list of nominees.
April 20, 2009
'SHREK' Earns 10 Outer Critics Circle Award Nominations
The 59th Annual Outer Critics Circle Award nominations were announced April 20. SHREK THE MUSICAL and BILLY ELLIOT both earned the most with ten nominations each, including Best Musical.
To read the rest, Click here.
March 26, 2009
Photo Coverage: CD Release at Borders
The stars of the new hit Broadway show SHREK THE MUSICAL; Brian D'Arcy James (Shrek), Sutton Foster (Fiona), Christopher Sieber (Lord Farquaad) and Daniel Breaker (Donkey); appeared at Border's at Time Warner Center on Tuesday, March 25th to sign copies of the new original Broadway cast album.
Click here to see photos from the event.
March 9, 2009
'SHREK' Company to Sign Cast Album at Columbus Circle Borders
Shrek stars Tony nominee James (Shrek) and Tony-winning actress Foster (Fiona) will join Shrek costars Daniel Breaker (Donkey), Christopher Sieber (Lord Farquaad) and John Tartaglia (Pinocchio) will celebrate the release of the original cast recording of that new Broadway musical March 25 at the Columbus Circle Borders.
Click here to read more.
March 3, 2009
Track Listing Announced for 'SHREK THE MUSICAL' CD
The track list has been announced for the original cast recording of SHREK THE MUSICAL, which arrives in stores March 24 on the Decca Broadway label.
"Overture"/"Big Bright Beautiful World"
"Story of My Life"
"Don't Let Me Go"
"I Know It's Today"
"What's Up, Duloc?"
"Travel Song"
"Donkey Pot Pie"
"This is How a Dream Comes True"
"Who I'd Be"
"Morning Person"
"I Think I Got You Beat"
"The Ballad of Farquaad"
"Make a Move"
"When Words Fail"
"Morning Person" (reprise)
"Build a Wall"
"Freak Flag"
"Big Bright Beautiful World" (reprise)
"This is Our Story"
"More To the Story" (Bonus track available on iTunes only)
Click here to pre-order your copy of the album.
March 3, 2009
'SHREK' to Offer Actors Fund Performance in March
SHREK THE MUSICAL, which features Broadway favorite Brian D'Arcy James as the lovable green ogre, will offer a special performance to benefit the Actors Fund of America March 15.
The 8 PM performance of the Jeanine Tesori-David Lindsay-Abaire musical will benefit the non-profit organization.
Click here to read more.
February 23, 2009
Original Cast Recording of 'SHREK THE MUSICAL' Due in March
The original cast recording of SHREK THE MUSICAL will arrive in stores in March. A bonus track featuring Sutton Foster will be available exclusively on iTunes.
Decca Broadway will release the original Broadway cast recording March 24. The Jeanine Tesori-David Lindsay-Abaire score was recorded at Legacy Studios in Manhattan Jan. 12.
Click here to read more.
Click here to pre-order your copy of the album.
February 18, 2009
'SHREK THE MUSICAL' on ABC's "The View"
Brian D'Arcy James and Sutton Foster perform their show-stopper "I Think I Got You Beat" and then join the full company to sing and wave their "Freak Flag!"
Click here to watch the video.
February 17, 2009
Sutton Foster Releases Solo CD "Wish" Feb. 17
Tony Award winner Sutton Foster, currently starring in SHREK THE MUSICAL at the Broadway Theatre, releases her debut solo recording Feb. 17 on the Ghostlight Records label. Entitled "Wish," the 15-track CD was produced by Joel Moss and co-produced by Michael Rafter. Executive producers are Kurt Deutsch and actress-singer Foster, whose original artwork is featured in the CD package.
Click here to listen to some tracks and purchase the album.
February 11, 2009
First Person – Christopher Sieber: "Yes, My Knees Are Fine...Thanks for Asking"
Since debuting opposite Betty Buckley in 1997's Triumph of Love, Christopher Sieber has carved a wide swath on Broadway, equally adept at playing the dashing prince as he is the comic sidekick and earning a Tony Award nomination in 2005 for his performance in Spamalot. Taking on a regally hammy role like Lord Farquaad in SHREK THE MUSICAL might've seen like easy money for Sieber.
Click here to read more.
February 8, 2009
Brian D'Arcy James and Daniel Breaker interviews on WCBS2
Click here to watch a behind-the-scenes interview with Brian D'Arcy James and Daniel Breaker about their roles in SHREK THE MUSICAL.
JANUARY 24, 2009
Brian D'Arcy James Featured on NBC's "Weekend Today"
Brian D'Arcy James (Shrek) performed the song “Who I'd Be” on NBC's "Weekend Today."
Click here to watch the video.
JANUARY 12, 2009
'SHREK' Company Records Original Cast Album Jan. 12; CD Due in March
The cast ofSHREK THE MUSICAL headed into Legacy Studios in Manhattan Jan. 12 to record their original cast album featuring a brand new score with lyrics by David Lindsay-Abaire and music by Jeanine Tesori.
Click here to see photos of Brian D'Arcy James, Sutton Foster, Christopher Sieber, Daniel Breaker and John Tartaglia in the studio.
December 26, 2008
Swamp Creatures Step Out
One recent evening, Shrek was eating “s'nothers“ (the ogre's version of s'mores made with squirrel gizzards) with Princess Fiona onstage at the Broadway Theater, where SHREK THE MUSICALis playing. S'nothers, it turns out, are not that filling, because later on, Brian D'Arcy James (the man beneath the green makeup) and Daniel Breaker, who plays Donkey, went for a midnight, um, snack.
Click here to read more.
December 15, 2008
Photo Slide Shows & Features
Newsday went backstage to capture the cast and crew as they prepared for the start of another performance at the Broadway Theatre.
Click here to see Newsday's backstage photo slideshow.
The Daily News followed Tony nominee Daniel Breaker through his pre-show preparation for the role of Donkey.
Click here to see The Daily News' photo and audio features with Daniel Breaker.
December 15, 2008
Photo Coverage: 'SHREK THE MUSICAL' Opening Night Curtain Call
The big green musical celebrated in full Broadway style and Broadway World's cameras were there to bring you all the 'swamp-filled' fun!
Click here to see photos from the curtain call.
Click here to see photos of the opening night arrivals.
Click here to see photos from the party.
December 9, 2008
'SHREK THE MUSICAL' Featured on NBC's "The Today Show"
On December 8, SHREK THE MUSICAL was featured on NBC's “The Today Show” in a behind-the-scenes piece with Meredith Vieira, actors Brian D'Arcy James and John Tartaglia, and director Jason Moore.
On December 9, Sutton Foster, Marissa O'Donnell and Leah Greenhaus performed “I Know It's Today”.
Click here to watch the videos.
November 20, 2008
Photo Op: Sutton Foster's Transformation into Princess Fiona
Click here to see Sutton Foster's transformation into Shrek's Princess Fiona.
November 7, 2008
Broadwayworld.com Introduces Shrekster and Gets a Make-Ogre
The new SHREKSTER social network for theatre fans was launched on Friday, November 7th by taking over the homepage of BroadwayWorld.com.
SHREKSTER is an online social network where theatre fans can:
* CONNECT with and learn about friends and other cool “characters”
* CREATE a photo profile with full privacy control
* INTERACT with other theatre fans from Far, Far Away
* JOIN and create friend groups and take fun quizzes
And becoming a member is as FREE as WISHING ON A STAR or EATING SOMEONE ELSE'S PORRIDGE!
All you need to join is an email address and a password.
Click here to join now.
October 14, 2008
Meet the Broadway Stars of 'SHREK THE MUSICAL'
Click here to watch the Broadway.com video.
September 30, 2008
Broadway Cast Announced
DreamWorks Theatricals and Neal Street Productions, Ltd. are pleased to announce thatSHREK THE MUSICAL will open at the Broadway Theatre (1681 Broadway @ 53rd St) on Sunday, December 14, 2008. Preview performances begin on Saturday, November 8, 2008.
SHREK THE MUSICAL stars Tony Award nominee Brian D'Arcy James as Shrek, Tony Award winner Sutton Foster as Princess Fiona, Tony Award nominee Christopher Sieber as Lord Farquaad, Tony Award nominee John Tartaglia as Pinocchio and Tony Award nominee Daniel Breaker as Donkey.
Joining these actors are Cameron Adams, Haven Burton, Jennifer Cody, Bobby Daye, Ryan Duncan, Sarah Jane Everman, Aymee Garcia, Leah Greenhaus, Justin Greer, Lisa Ho, Chris Hoch, Danette Holden, Marty Lawson, Jacob Ming-Trent, Carolyn Ockert-Haythe, Marissa O'Donnell, Denny Paschall,Rachel Resheff, Greg Reuter, Adam Riegler, Noah Rivera, Heather Jane Rolff, Jennifer Simard, Rachel Stern, Dennis Stowe, David F.M. Vaughn.
September 29, 2008
Box Office Opens Today!
Tickets for SHREK THE MUSICAL on Broadway can now also be purchased at the Broadway Theatre box office at 1681 Broadway, between West 52nd and 53rd Streets.
Box office hours: Mon-Sat: 10am-8pm; beginning Nov. 9: Sun: Noon-6pm
Or Click here for tickets!
September 11, 2008
Seattle Reviews
Read the latest reviews from SHREK THE MUSICAL's run at Seattle's 5th Avenue Theatre.
Click here to read The Tacoma News Tribune Review.
Click here to read The Seattle Times Review.
September 5, 2008
An Ogre's Tale
The New York Times
Photos of SHREK THE MUSICAL, which is set to open on Broadway in December.
Click here to read more.
August 12, 2008
'SHREK' Role Turns Stage Actor into an Ogre
By Elysa Gardner
USA Today
It's not easy being green, especially when you're swathed in makeup and saddled with prosthetics.
Actor Brian D'Arcy James figures it took him about 2 hours and 15 minutes to make his first transformation into the title character of SHREK THE MUSICAL.
Click here to read more.
August 10, 2008
The Man Behind 'SHREK'
By Misha Berson
The Seattle Times
When he sketched out the outsize stocky body of Shrek, in his book of the same title, the late William Steig never imagined his charming tale about a benign, swamp-dwelling ogre would become a phenomenon.
Click here to read more.
August 10, 2008
'SHREK' Reaches a New Stage
By Misha Berson
The Seattle Times
With a magical set and costume design by Tim Hatley, the stage production draws inspiration from the classic William Steig book "Shrek!" and from Shrek, the 2001 DreamWorks film.
Click here to read more.
JUNE 11, 2008
It's a Big Bright Beautiful... Day for an On Sale! 'SHREK THE MUSICAL' Goes On Sale in Seattle This Friday, June 13 at 9:30 AM
SEATTLE - DreamWorks Theatricals and Neal Street Productions Ltd. are pleased to announce that tickets for the Pre-Broadway engagement of SHREK THE MUSICAL at The 5th Avenue Theatre will go on sale this Friday, June 13 at 9:30 a.m.
The 5th Avenue Theatre invites you to come to the swamp early Friday morning - the first 100 people in line at the theater box office will receive their very own Shrek ears. The 5th Avenue will serve green tea and green Top Pot Doughnuts from 9:30 to 10:30 a.m.
Don't miss this first public opportunity to get tickets to see the most beloved swamp-dwelling ogre of all time as he makes his theatrical debut this summer in Seattle before heading to Broadway. SHREK THE MUSICAL will play The 5th Avenue Theatre August 14 - September 21, and is the exclusive engagement prior to the Broadway debut in December. Tickets are also available by calling 206-625-1900 (toll free 888-5TH-4TIX), or online at www.5thavenue.org.
May 1, 2008
David Lindsay-Abaire wins 18th Annual Kleban Award for Most Promising Musical Theater Lyricist
On behalf of the Edward Kleban Foundation, New Dramatists has announced that Pulitzer Prize® winner David Lindsay-Abaire has received the 18th Annual Kleban Award for most promising musical theater lyricist. He will be presented with the award at a private reception on Wednesday, June 4, 2008.
The Kleban Foundation was established in 1988 under the will of Edward L. Kleban, best known as the Tony and Pulitzer Prize award winner for the musical A Chorus Line. The will made a provision for two annual Awards, each in the amount of $100,000 payable over two years, to be given to the most promising librettist and lyricist in American Musical Theater.
Once upon a time in a land not so far, far away a new musical began its journey to Broadway.
DreamWorks Theatricals and Neal Street Productions, Ltd. have announced that SHREK THE MUSICAL will play an exclusive world premiere engagement at The 5th Avenue Theatre in Seattle, August 14th to September 21st.
SHREK THE MUSICAL is an entirely new musical based on the story and characters from William Steig's book "Shrek!", as well as the DreamWorks Animation film Shrek, the first chapter of the Shrek movie series.
SHREK THE MUSICAL features a book and lyrics by Pulitzer Prize winner, David Lindsay-Abaire (Rabbit Hole), music by Jeanine Tesori (Olivier Award-winner for Caroline, or Change and three-time Tony Award nominee), and is directed by Jason Moore, who staged the Tony Award-winning Best Musical, Avenue Q.
SHREK THE MUSICAL is DreamWorks Animatio's first venture in legitimate theater. The production was initiated by Jeffrey Katzenberg, Chief Executive Officer of DreamWorks Animation, and Sam Mendes, who has a long-term relationship with DreamWorks. Mendes, a big fan of the first Shrek film, suggested the idea of creating a musical to DreamWorks' Jeffrey Katzenberg around the time the second film was in production. The musical is being produced by DreamWorks Theatricals (Bill Damaschke, President) and Neal Street Productions, Ltd (principals Sam Mendes and Caro Newling).
Other members of theSHREK THE MUSICAL creative team include Tony Award-winning set and costume designer, Tim Hatley (Monty Python's Spamalot, Private Lives, among others) and three-time Olivier Award-winning lighting designer, Hugh Vanstone, whose Broadway credits include Monty Python's Spamalot, Bombay Dreams, The Blue Room and Art.
The choreography is by newcomer Josh Prince, and Tim Weil (Rent) is serving as music director.
SHREK THE MUSICAL is based on a popular 1990 book by William Steig. The characters of Shrek, Donkey and Fiona, and the other inhabitants of "Far, Far Away" have been featured in three major animated films and a popular television special to date. The first Shrek feature film hit theaters in the summer of 2001, and went on to win the first-ever Academy Award ® for Best Animated Feature. The 2004 sequel, Shrek 2, remains the third highest grossing movie of all time and highest grossing animated film of all time. The latest chapter of the Shrek story, Shrek the Third, is the 2nd highest grossing film of 2007. "Shrek the Halls", the recent ABC television special, was one of the most watched TV programs of 2007.
