Shrek the Musical 2008 - Articles Page 1.8

Run Time:
2 hours and 30 minutes, with one intermission
Opened: December 14, 2008
Closing: January 03, 2010

Shrek the Musical - 2008 - Broadway History , Info & More

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Shrek The Musical is 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 popular movie series. It features book and lyrics by Pulitzer Prize-winner David Lindsay-Abaire, and music by Jeanine Tesori. Jason Moore directs, with choreography by Josh Prince.



In order to regain his peaceful neighborhood, a fearsome ogre makes a deal with the wanna-be king to rescue his intended, a damsel in distress. But surprises are in store in this funny, fractured fairy tale.



The cast includes 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 Daniel Breaker as Donkey and Tony Award nominee John Tartaglia as Pinocchio.

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Photo Coverage: SHREK THE MUSICAL's 'NOT YOUR ORDINARY PRINCESS' Winners Meet Sutton Foster...And The Press!
by Peter James Zielinski - September 18, 2009


The lucky winners were flown to New York to rehearse with Sutton Foster and members of the show's creative team, have a costume fitting, and appear in SHREK THE MUSICAL for one night only. The will be singing 'I Know It's Today' with Sutton Foster. The girls arrived to begin their rehearsal with Sutton Foster and music director, Eric Stern. Yesterday, Thursday, September 17th, BroadwayWorld.com's cameras were invited to come to the theatre to meet Laura and Hannah and capture their first meeting with Sutton Foster!

SHREK THE MUSICAL National Tour Will Debut An All New 'Dragon'
by Eddie Varley - September 12, 2009


Broadway production of SHREK THE MUSICAL with book and lyrics by David Lindsay-Abaire and music by Jeanine Tesori, directed by Jason Moore, will launch a National Tour in Chicago. Tony and Drama Desk Award-winning, SHREK THE MUSICAL will play the Cadillac Palace Theatre (151 W. Randolph St.) for a limited engagement beginning July 13 - September 5, 2010.

'Sing A Travel Song' With BWW Discounts On A 'SHREKcation' Thru 9/6
by BWW News Desk - September 6, 2009


SHREK THE MUSICAL invites families to avoid the stress of planning a summer vacation by taking advantage of a SHREKcation package, the new way to organize an affordable and memorable New York City getaway and experience the best of what the 'Big Apple' has to offer.

SHREK THE MUSICAL To Launch National Tour At Chicago's Cadillac Palace Theatre In July 2010
by Eddie Varley - September 4, 2009


Broadway production of SHREK THE MUSICAL with book and lyrics by David Lindsay-Abaire and music by Jeanine Tesori, directed by Jason Moore, will launch a National Tour in Chicago. Tony and Drama Desk Award-winning, SHREK THE MUSICAL will play the Cadillac Palace Theatre (151 W. Randolph St.) for a limited engagement beginning July 13 - September 5, 2010.

SHREK THE MUSICAL Offers 'SHREKtember' Savings, Valid 9/1-10/4
by BWW News Desk - September 1, 2009


SHREK THE MUSICAL invites audiences to take advantage of the all-new 'SHREKtember' savings offer. Valid for evening performances only from September 1st - October 4th, with 'SHREKtember' savings anyone can buy 1 full price ticket and get a second ticket for free.

Sapp Temporarily Replaces Tartaglia In SHREK THE MUSICAL Beginning August 18
by BWW News Desk - August 18, 2009


SHREK THE MUSICAL welcomes Robb Sapp to the company in the role of Pinocchio beginning Tuesday, August 18th. Tony Award® nominee John Tartaglia, who originated the role of Pinocchio, is scheduled to return to the show following a leave of absence on Tuesday, December 15th.

Sapp Temporarily Replaces Tartaglia In SHREK THE MUSICAL Beginning August 18
by Charlie Piane - August 17, 2009


SHREK THE MUSICAL welcomes Robb Sapp to the company in the role of Pinocchio beginning Tuesday, August 18th. Tony Award® nominee John Tartaglia, who originated the role of Pinocchio, is scheduled to return to the show following a leave of absence on Tuesday, December 15th.

'SHREK THE MUSICAL' Welcomes Ben Crawford In The Title Role 11/10, Tickets Now On Sale Thru 5/30/2010
by Eddie Varley - August 14, 2009


DreamWorks Theatricals & Neal Street Productions have announced that a new block of tickets are now available for SHREK THE MUSICAL. The award-winning hit new Broadway musical is now on sale through May 30, 2010. Beginning November 10th, Ben Crawford will perform the title role of ?Shrek'. Crawford replaces Tony Award® nominee Brian d'Arcy James, who departs after the performance on Sunday, November 8th to appear in Manhattan Theatre Club's production of Time Stands Still.

SHREK THE MUSICAL Offers 'SHREKtember' Savings, Valid 9/1-10/4
by Gabrielle Sierra - August 11, 2009


SHREK THE MUSICAL invites audiences to take advantage of the all-new 'SHREKtember' savings offer. Valid for evening performances only from September 1st - October 4th, with 'SHREKtember' savings anyone can buy 1 full price ticket and get a second ticket for free.

SHREK THE MUSICAL Will Perform On NBC's 'The Today Show' August 11th
by Charlie Piane - August 10, 2009


On Tuesday, August 11th, the cast of SHREK THE MUSICAL will perform live on NBC's 'The Today Show.' Sutton Foster and cast members will perform 'Morning Person' in the 8:30-9:00 a.m. half hour. Check your local listings.

SHREK THE MUSICAL Announces New Lottery Rush Tickets Beginning 8/1
by BWW News Desk - August 1, 2009


The Tony®, Drama Desk and Outer Critics Circle Award-winning SHREK THE MUSICAL® has announced that beginning August 1st, a new lottery rush ticket policy will now take place at the Broadway Theatre (located on Broadway at 53rd Street).

SHREK THE MUSICAL Announces New Lottery Rush Tickets Beginning 8/1
by Gabrielle Sierra - July 29, 2009


The Tony®, Drama Desk and Outer Critics Circle Award-winning SHREK THE MUSICAL® has announced that beginning August 1st, a new lottery rush ticket policy will now take place at the Broadway Theatre (located on Broadway at 53rd Street).

Nick.com To Host SHREK THE MUSICAL 'Not Your Ordinary Princess' Competition
by Charlie Piane - July 28, 2009


Two very lucky girls 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 Tony, Drama Desk and Outer Critics Circle Award-winning SHREK THE MUSICAL.

'Sing A Travel Song' With BWW Discounts On A 'SHREKcation' Thru 9/6
by Eddie Varley - June 9, 2009


SHREK THE MUSICAL invites families to avoid the stress of planning a summer vacation by taking advantage of a SHREKcation package, the new way to organize an affordable and memorable New York City getaway and experience the best of what the 'Big Apple' has to offer.

TV: Creating SHREK THE MUSICAL's Audemars Piguet TONY Clock
by Eddie Varley - June 6, 2009


Audemars Piguet will be the presenting sponsor of the 63rd Annual Tony Awards Telecast Red Carpet on June 7th at Radio City Music Hall. Audemars Piguet, considered one of the world's finest watch manufacturers, will display eight solid aluminum clocks along this year's red carpet.

SHREK THE MUSICAL's 'Gingy' To Twitter Live From The Tony Awards 6/7
by Gabrielle Sierra - June 5, 2009


'Gingy,' the Gingerbread Man and star of the Tony-nominated Best Musical SHREK THE MUSICAL, will take fans through the Tony Award festivities live on Twitter on Sunday, June 7th. Join 'Gingy' as he provides commentary from the red carpet, backstage at Radio City Music Hall, from his seat inside the theatre, and at the after party.

SHREK's Brian d'Arcy James Guests On CNBC's Power Lunch 6/5
by Gabrielle Sierra - June 4, 2009


SHREK THE MUSICAL's Tony-nominated leading man Brian d'Arcy James will appear on CNBC's 'Power Lunch' on Friday, June 5th in the 1:30-2:00 p.m. half hour. James will be interviewed alongside Charlotte St. Martin, Executive Director of The Broadway League, about the successful Broadway season in advance of the Tony Awards on Sunday, June 7th. 'Power Lunch' airs nationally on CNBC (channel 15 in the tri-state area). Check local listings.

SHREK THE MUSICAL Cast To Appear On Food Network 'Challenge' 6/7
by Gabrielle Sierra - June 4, 2009


The cast of the Tony-nominated Best Musical SHREK THE MUSICAL will appear on a SHREK-themed episode of the Food Network 'Challenge' premiering Sunday, June 7th at 8pm. To commemorate SHREK THE MUSICAL's 100th performance, four contestants were given the task of baking a celebratory cake, each based on one character from the musical - Shrek, Donkey, Fiona and Lord Farquaad.

STAGE TUBE: SHREK THE MUSICAL Performs Live On CBS' The Early Show
by Eddie Varley - June 3, 2009


On Tuesday, June 2nd, The Cast of the Tony-nominated Best Musical SHREK THE MUSICAL performed live on CBS 'The Early Show.' Daniel Breaker with Jennifer Cody, Sarah Jane Everman and Lisa Ho sang 'Make a Move' in the 8:30-9:00 a.m. half hour. Tony-nominee Brian d'Arcy James also appeared on the show. 'The Early Show' airs nationally on CBS (channel 2, WCBS in the tri-state area).

Shrek the Musical FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

What Tony Awards has Shrek the Musical been nominated for?
Shrek the Musical has been nominated for several Tony Awards. These include Best Musical, Best Book of a Musical for David Lindsay-Abaire, Best Original Score (Music and/or Lyrics) Written for the Theatre for Jeanine Tesori, and Best Original Score (Music and/or Lyrics) Written for the Theatre for David Lindsay-Abaire.
What awards has Shrek the Musical been nominated for?
Shrek the Musical has been nominated for several awards, including Outstanding New Broadway Musical by the Outer Critics Circle Awards. It has also received nominations for Outstanding Book of a Musical for David Lindsay-Abaire, Outstanding Costume Design for Tim Hatley, Outstanding Director of a Musical for Jason Moore, Outstanding Lyrics for David Lindsay-Abaire, Outstanding Music for Jeanine Tesori, Outstanding Orchestrations for Danny Troob, and Outstanding Set Design of a Musical for Tim Hatley at the Drama Desk Awards.
What awards has Shrek the Musical won?
Shrek the Musical has won several awards, including Outstanding New Broadway Musical from the Outer Critics Circle Awards. It also won Outstanding Book of a Musical for David Lindsay-Abaire, Outstanding Costume Design for Tim Hatley, Outstanding Director of a Musical for Jason Moore, Outstanding Lyrics for David Lindsay-Abaire, Outstanding Music for Jeanine Tesori, Outstanding Orchestrations for Danny Troob, and Outstanding Set Design of a Musical for Tim Hatley, all from the Drama Desk Awards.

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