Shrek The Musical will make its return to The Muny, opening on June 25 and running until July 2, 2026. This fun-filled adaptation of the beloved DreamWorks film follows the adventures of a grumpy ogre named Shrek and his wisecracking donkey as they embark on a quest to rescue a princess who is far from the typical damsel in distress. Encountering a colorful cast of fairy-tale characters along the way, the story showcases themes of friendship and acceptance.
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Tony Awards and Nominations for Shrek The Musical
| Year | Category | Result |
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| 2009 | Best Musical | Nominated |
News About Shrek The Musical at The Muny
SHREK: THE MUSICAL At The Muny Announces Full Cast
June 14, 2026 The Muny has announced the full cast for its production of Shrek The Musical, which storms the James S. McDonnell Stage for eight nights this summer. Shrek The Musical, the family favorite based on the Oscar-winning 2001 DreamWorks Animation.About the Theatre
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What shows are coming up next at The Muny?
Rodgers & Hammerstein’s South Pacific (07/06/26-07/12/26)
Rodgers & Hammerstein's South Pacific (07/06/26-07/12/26)
South Pacific (07/06/26-07/12/26)
Disney’s Newsies (07/16/26-07/22/26)
Disney's Newsies (07/16/26-07/22/26)
Newsies (07/16/26-07/22/26)
Ain’t Too Proud: The Life and Times of The Temptations (07/27/26-08/02/26)
Ain't Too Proud: The Life and Times of The Temptations (07/27/26-08/02/26)
Meet Me in St. Louis (08/06/26-08/13/26)
Something Rotten! (08/17/26-08/23/26)
The Muny Presents Lionel Richie (08/29/26-08/29/26)
Rodgers & Hammerstein's South Pacific (07/06/26-07/12/26)
South Pacific (07/06/26-07/12/26)
Disney’s Newsies (07/16/26-07/22/26)
Disney's Newsies (07/16/26-07/22/26)
Newsies (07/16/26-07/22/26)
Ain’t Too Proud: The Life and Times of The Temptations (07/27/26-08/02/26)
Ain't Too Proud: The Life and Times of The Temptations (07/27/26-08/02/26)
Meet Me in St. Louis (08/06/26-08/13/26)
Something Rotten! (08/17/26-08/23/26)
The Muny Presents Lionel Richie (08/29/26-08/29/26)
What shows have played recently at The Muny?
Hairspray (06/15/26-06/21/26)
Jersey Boys (08/18/25-08/24/25)
La Cage aux Folles (08/08/25-08/14/25)
Dear Evan Hansen (07/28/25-08/03/25)
Evita (07/18/25-07/24/25)
Disney’s Frozen (07/06/25-07/14/25)
Come From Away (06/26/25-07/02/25)
Bring It On: The Musical (06/16/25-06/22/25)
Preshow Festival (06/16/25-06/16/25)
Ken Page Awards Ceremony (05/15/25-05/15/25)
Jersey Boys (08/18/25-08/24/25)
La Cage aux Folles (08/08/25-08/14/25)
Dear Evan Hansen (07/28/25-08/03/25)
Evita (07/18/25-07/24/25)
Disney’s Frozen (07/06/25-07/14/25)
Come From Away (06/26/25-07/02/25)
Bring It On: The Musical (06/16/25-06/22/25)
Preshow Festival (06/16/25-06/16/25)
Ken Page Awards Ceremony (05/15/25-05/15/25)
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Prince Caspian Branson Hillside Theatre (6/12-8/08) |
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Rockin Chair #2 Kirkwood Performing Arts Center (KPAC) (7/19-7/19) |
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Rocky Horror Picture Show Original Cast Spooktacular Tour with Barry Bostwick, Nell Campbell, and Patricia Quinn The Fabulous Fox Theatre (10/06-10/06) |
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Rob Zombie & Marilyn Manson Morton Amphitheater (9/10-9/10) |
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MITCH WOOD: My Impression of a Show The Sheldon Concert Hall and Art Galleries (7/31-7/31) |
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The Addams Family COCA (8/07-8/08) |
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Sly & The Family Stone Memorial Tour - July 17, 8pm The Wildey (7/17-7/17) |
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The Book of Mormon (Non-Equity) Fox Theatre (2/02-2/07) |
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Marcia, Marcia, Marcia! A Brady Bunch Parody Blanche M. Touhill Performing Arts Center (7/30-7/30) |
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Mamma Mia! The Fabulous Fox Theatre (3/30-4/04) |