William Steig News

Children’s Musical Theaterworks will stage Shrek the Musical at the Fresno Memorial Auditorium from December 5–14, 2025. The production is based on the DreamWorks animated film and the book by William Steig and features a cast of performers ages 8 to adult.

Once upon a time, in a far away swamp, there lived an ogre named Shrek. One day, Shrek finds his swamp invaded by banished fairytale misfits who have been cast off by Lord Farquaad, a tiny terror with big ambitions.

Young People’s Theatre (YPT) will present Shrek The Musical, a dazzling, family-friendly stage adaptation of the Oscar-winning DreamWorks film, running November 13–December 30, 2025 on the Ada Slaight Stage.

Hear Ye! Hear Ye! Good people, draw near! Our story is for all to hear! King Avenue Players proudly presents 'Shrek the Musical', based on the DreamWorks Animation Motion Picture and the Book by William Steig with Music by Jeanin Tesori and Book & Lyrics by David Lindsay-Abaire, originally produced on Broadway by DreamWorks Theatricals and Neal Street Productions.

Irene tumbles through the wintry dark, braving the cold, the night and the wind. She is determined to deliver the gown her mother painstakingly crafted to the waiting duchess (London McKenzie) in time for the grand ball. Her mother, Mrs Bobbin (Kendall Buckley), has fallen ill and brave Irene will save the day with courage and gumption.

Florida Repertory Theatre’s Education Conservatory Program will present SHREK, THE MUSICAL JR. September 12–14 and 19–21, 2025, in the Historic Arcade Theatre. Both evening and matinee performances will be offered.

What did our critic think of SHREK THE MUSICAL at The Pocket Community Theatre?

Originally adapted from the 2001 DreamWorks animated film (and the original book by William Steig), Shrek The Musical features a witty book by David Lindsay-Abaire and a catchy, pop-infused score by Jeanine Tesori. Since its 2008 Broadway debut, the show has enjoyed numerous national tours and international revivals, thanks to its sharp humor, rich characters, and heartfelt message.

Stages Theatre Company has announced their 2025-2026 season. 'A Season That Brings Us Together' features a diverse blend of plays, musicals, and world premieres, each highlighting the importance of friendships and being brave, as well as the joy found in connecting and supporting each other and the community.

See first look photos of Alliance Theatre’s world premiere DOCTOR DE SOTO, produced in partnership with Seattle Children’s Theatre. Written by award-winning playwright Idris Goodwin, Artistic Director of Seattle Children’s Theatre, and brought to life under the masterful direction of Mark Valdez.

Rehearsals are underway for the Alliance Theatre’s world premiere DOCTOR DE SOTO, produced in partnership with Seattle Children’s Theatre! Learn more about the production playing this winter and see how to purchase tickets.

Gooseberry Park Players have announced that Shrek the Musical will be its 2025 production! This hilarious, heartwarming and unforgettable fairy tale is packed with opportunities for students to “ogre-achieve” in the company's 43rd season.

What did our critic think of SHREK THE MUSICAL at Reynolds Performance Hall?

What did our critic think of SHREK: THE MUSICAL at Emerson Colonial Theatre?

Available Light Theatre will present LUNCH BUNCH by Adrian Einspanier. Learn how to purchase tickets.

Get ready to embark on a magical journey as 'Shrek the Musical Jr.' comes to life at the Baldwin Theatre in downtown Royal Oak. Learn more and see how to purchase tickets.

Available Light Theatre reveals its '24-'25 season featuring three shows, starting with LUNCH BUNCH by Adrian Einspanier.

Atlanta’s Alliance Theatre has revealed the productions for the 56th season. Learn about the shows and see how to purchase tickets.

Of all the films on IMDB's list of the 1000 highest-grossing movies of all time, 31 have been adapted into Broadway musicals. Check out a guide to each those musicals below, along with musicals that are in development or ones that have not yet made their way to Broadway.

Fort Wayne Civic Theatre will present Shrek The Musical, opening Saturday, November 4th!