Shrek the Musical Tour 2010 - Articles Page 7

Run Time:
2 hours and 30 minutes, with one intermission
Opened: July 25, 2010
Closing: July 31, 2011

Shrek the Musical - 2010 - US Tour History , Info & More

Pantages Theatre
6233 Hollywood Boulevard Los Angeles, CA 90028

An entirely new musical, 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 Shrek movie series. SHREK THE MUSICAL features a book and lyrics by Pulitzer Prize® winner David Lindsay-Abaire (Rabbit Hole), music by Olivier Award-winner Jeanine Tesori (Thoroughly Modern Millie, Caroline, or Change), and is directed by Tony Award® nominee Jason Moore (Avenue Q) and Tony and Emmy Award-winner Rob Ashford (Thoroughly Modern Millie, Promises Promises).



SHREK THE MUSICAL tells the story of a swamp-dwelling ogre who goes on a life-changing adventure to reclaim the deed to his land. Joined by a wise-cracking donkey, this unlikely hero fights a fearsome dragon, rescues a feisty princess and learns that real friendship and true love aren’t only found in fairy tales.

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Meet the Cast of West End's MISS SAIGON; Returns May 3, 2014
by Nicole Rosky - Mar 27, 2014


Miss Saigon, currently booking for performances through to Saturday 25th October 2014, will make its highly anticipated return to the West End on Saturday 3 May 2014 at the Prince Edward Theatre, in the musical's 25th anniversary year. Cameron Mackintosh's new production of Alain Boublil and Claude-Michel Schonberg's epic musical has played in 300 cities in 15 different languages, winning awards around the world since the sensational record-breaking run at London's Theatre Royal Drury Lane 25 years ago. This epic love story tells the tragic tale of young bar girl Kim, orphaned by war, who falls in love with an American GI Chris--but their lives are torn apart by the fall of Saigon. Meet the full company below!

STAGE TUBE: Dr. Frankenstein and The Monster Sing FROZEN's 'Let It Go' at Drury Lane
by Diana Heisroth - Mar 17, 2014


Although Drury Lane Theatre's Young Frankenstein closed yesterday, Dr. Frankenstein (Devin DeSantis) and The Monster (Travis Taylor) are still going strong with their own rendition of the ridiculously popular Let It Go from Disney's Frozen. Scroll down to listen!

AMERICAN IDIOT Tour Rocks the National Theatre, Now thru 2/23
by BWW News Desk - Feb 18, 2014


The national tour of Green Day's AMERICAN IDIOT, the explosive Broadway hit, makes its Washington premiere tonight, February 18, and continues through the 23rd at National Theatre as part of the Broadway at the National subscription series.

Betsy Farrar, Brady Tutton & More Join Jenn Gambatese in Lyric Opera of Chicago's THE SOUND OF MUSIC
by Nicole Rosky - Feb 5, 2014


A roster of accomplished young singing actors from the Chicago area will portray the von Trapp Family children in Lyric Opera of Chicago's new production of The Sound of Music, the company announced today. The new production will be led by Jenn Gambatese.

Lyric Opera of Chicago Announces Casting for THE SOUND OF MUSIC, 4/26
by BWW News Desk - Feb 5, 2014


A roster of accomplished young singing actors from the Chicago area will portray the von Trapp Family children in Lyric Opera of Chicago's new production of The Sound of Music, the company announced today.

BWW Reviews: Five Roars for SHREK THE MUSICAL Through Jan 26
by Anton Anderssen - Jan 16, 2014


Stagecrafters wows with 'SHREK THE MUSICAL'

John Tartaglia, Marcia Milgrom Dodge & More Set to Direct The Muny's 2014 Season
by Nicole Rosky - Jan 10, 2014


Muny Executive Producer Mike Isaacson announced today the directors, choreographers and music directors for the Muny's 2014 Season, which opens on June 16 with Billy Elliot The Musical. "We're so happy these exciting artists are creating our 2014 season," said Isaacson. "This is a challenging season, one with incredible variety and power. We're fortunate that such extraordinary talents will be creating our 'Muny Magic.'"

Murfreesboro's Center for the Arts Presents SHREK, Now thru 1/26
by BWW News Desk - Jan 10, 2014


The Center for the Arts will stage the popular 'Shrek, the Musical' weekends today, Jan. 10-26.

AMERICAN IDIOT Tour to Rock the National Theatre, 2/18-23
by BWW News Desk - Jan 7, 2014


Casting has been announced for the upcoming national tour of Green Day's AMERICAN IDIOT, the explosive Broadway hit, which makes its Washington premiere February 18 - 23 at National Theatre as part of the Broadway at the National subscription series.

LA'S NEXT GREAT STAGE STAR 2014 to Sing in the New Year at Sterling's Upstairs, 1/5-2/16
by BWW News Desk - Jan 4, 2014


LA's Next Great Stage Star® 2014 sings in the New Year beginning Sunday, January 5 at Sterling's Upstairs at The Federal, the most critically acclaimed concert supper club in the greater Los Angeles area.

Murfreesboro's Center for the Arts to Present SHREK, 1/10-26
by Tyler Peterson - Dec 23, 2013


The Center for the Arts will stage the popular "Shrek, the Musical" weekends Jan. 10-26.

WNO's THE LION, THE UNICORN, AND ME Runs Now thru 12/22 at the Kennedy Center
by BWW News Desk - Dec 14, 2013


Washington National Opera (WNO) continues its 2013-2014 season with the world premiere of a new holiday family opera: The Lion, The Unicorn, and Me, today, December 14-22 in the Kennedy Center Terrace Theater.

Ashley Knight, Victoria Elliott & More Join West End X FACTOR Musical I CAN'T SING!; Full Cast Announced
by Tyler Peterson - Dec 6, 2013


Ahead of a performance by cast members on next Monday's broadcast of the Royal Variety Performance, Stage Entertainment and Syco Entertainment have announced full casting for I CAN'T SING!, the brand new musical comedy from Harry Hill & Steve Brown which opens in the West End next Spring.

WNO's THE LION, THE UNICORN, AND ME to Run 12/14-22 at the Kennedy Center
by BWW News Desk - Nov 7, 2013


Washington National Opera (WNO) continues its 2013-2014 season with the world premiere of a new holiday family opera: The Lion, The Unicorn, and Me, December 14-22 in the Kennedy Center Terrace Theater.

West End's CHARLIE AND THE CHOCOLATE FACTORY Extends Thru Nov 2014
by Christina Mancuso - Nov 1, 2013


The hit West End production of Roald Dahl's Charlie and the Chocolate Factory, directed by Sam Mendes, announced today that it has extended its booking period by six months until 1 November 2014. The show had previously been booking until 31 May 2014. The production, which has so far been seen by almost 300,000 people since it began previews in May 2013, is extending its run due to popular demand, releasing almost 400,000 extra tickets.

Photo Flash: Meet the Cast of Paramount Theatre's IN THE HEIGHTS in Aurora
by BWW News Desk - Sep 11, 2013


Aurora's Paramount Theatre will launch its third Broadway subscription series this September with the first local professional staging of In the Heights, one of Broadway's most acclaimed contemporary musicals, a potent reminder of the importance of chasing one's dreams, and the show all of Chicago will be talking about this fall. Performances are tonight, September 11 through October 6, 2013. Press opening is Saturday, September 14 at 8 p.m. Scroll down for a first look at the cast!

Nigel Harman to Portray Simon Cowell in X FACTOR Musical I CAN'T SING; Cynthia Erivo Nabs Lead
by BWW News Desk - Aug 29, 2013


The Daily Mail reports that Simon Cowell has finally cast the actor who will portray him in the new X FACTOR musical I CAN'T SING, set to begin performances at the London Palladium on February 27. It's Nigel Harman, who won an Olivier for his role as 'Lord Farquaad' in SHREK THE MUSICAL in the West End. In addition, Cynthia Erivo, currently starring in Menier Chocolate Factory's revival of THE COLOR PURPLE, has been cast in the lead.

Photo Flash: Meet the Cast of Paramount Theatre's IN THE HEIGHTS in Aurora
by BWW News Desk - Aug 29, 2013


Aurora's Paramount Theatre will launch its third Broadway subscription series this September with the first local professional staging of In the Heights, one of Broadway's most acclaimed contemporary musicals, a potent reminder of the importance of chasing one's dreams, and the show all of Chicago will be talking about this fall. Performances are September 11 through October 6, 2013. Press opening is Saturday, September 14 at 8 p.m. Scroll down for a first look at the cast!

IN THE HEIGHTS to Kick Off Paramount's 2013-14 Broadway Series in Aurora, 9/11-10/6
by BWW News Desk - Aug 5, 2013


Aurora's Paramount Theatre will launch its third Broadway subscription series this September with the first local professional staging of In the Heights, one of Broadway's most acclaimed contemporary musicals, a potent reminder of the importance of chasing one's dreams, and the show all of Chicago will be talking about this fall. Performances are September 11 through October 6, 2013. Press opening is Saturday, September 14 at 8 p.m.

SHREK THE MUSICAL Opens Tonight at Barn Theatre
by BWW News Desk - Aug 6, 2013


Fairytale adventure comes to life on the Barn Theatre stage in SHREK THE MUSICAL, opening tonight, August 6 and playing through August 18. Based on the Oscar-winning DreamWorks film, SHREK THE MUSICAL will delight the whole family!

BWW Reviews: An A-OK SHREK Comes To AOK Stage At New Oxford
by Marakay Rogers - Aug 3, 2013


ACTS of Kindness Theatre's summer offering is big, it's green, and it's all ogre the place -- and it's all in fun and for charity.

First Trailer for SHREK: THE MUSICAL On DVD/Blu
by Pat Cerasaro - Jul 31, 2013


The first trailer for the long-awaited DVD/Blu-ray release of a live filmed performance of recent Broadway musical SHREK has been revealed, showcasing the family-friendly show's stars, Brian d'Arcy James, Sutton Foster, Christopher Sieber and more.

Photo Flash: Promotional Shots for Barn Theatre's SHREK THE MUSICAL, Begin. 8/6
by Tyler Peterson - Jul 26, 2013


Fairytale adventure comes to life on the Barn Theatre stage in SHREK THE MUSICAL, opening August 6 and playing through August 18. Based on the Oscar-winning DreamWorks film, SHREK THE MUSICAL will delight the whole family - check out a first look at the show's promotional shots below!

SHREK THE MUSICAL to Open 8/6 at Barn Theatre
by Tyler Peterson - Jul 26, 2013


Fairytale adventure comes to life on the Barn Theatre stage in SHREK THE MUSICAL, opening August 6 and playing through August 18. Based on the Oscar-winning DreamWorks film, SHREK THE MUSICAL will delight the whole family!

'Merrily We Roll Along' y 'Shrek', próximos lanzamientos en versión digital
by Juan-Jose Gonzalez - Jul 25, 2013


Gracias a las plataformas digitales, en breve tendremos dos obras de Broadway y el West End un poco mas cerca. 'Shrek', el musical basado en la pelicula de DreamWorks y la obra de Stephen Sondheim 'Merrily We Roll Along' llegaran a traves de Amazon.com y Digital Theatre directamente a nuestra casa.

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