Why See Shrek The Musical?
Bursting back onto the stage
It's time to head back to the swamp as this brand new tour of Shrek the Musical comes to town in 2023. From the minds behind Priscilla Queen of the Desert and Hairspray, this exciting new production invites you to enter the fairytale world once more, where Shrek and his noble steed Donkey are ready to bring their hilarious adventure to a whole new audience. With the film's catchy and classic soundtrack, including 'I'm A Believer', and all the jokes, joy and heart you loved, Shrek the Musical is the ultimate feel-good family night out!
What is the story?
Shrek, a large green ogre, lives alone in his swamp. When a whole host of fairytale creatures, evicted from the Kingdom of Duloc, begin squatting on his land, Shrek sets off to address the matter with Lord Farquaad. On his way, he rescues Donkey from a gang of Farquaad's ruffians. The grateful Donkey offers his friendship and guidance to the lost and grumpy ogre. At Castle Duloc, Farquaad demands that in exchange for getting his swamp back, Shrek must rescue Princess Fiona, whom he intends to marry. But Fiona is not your average damsel in distress, and holds her own alarming secret that changes everything!
Additional Information
Dates
Opening night: 22 January 2024
MASKS
You may be required to wear a mask during this performance. Please contact the venue directly for more information.
Cast and Creative
Cast
Antony Lawrence as Shrek
Joanne Clifton as Fiona
Brandon Lee Sears as Donkey
James Gillian as Lord Faquaad
Cherece Richards as the Dragon
With
Scotty Armstrong, Imogen Bailey, Jabari Braham, Georgie Buckland, Natasha Cayabyab, Mark Darcy, Jonathan David Dudley, Remi Ferdinand, Sonny Grieveson, Edward Leigh, Bethany Kate, Jessica Lim, Andile Mabhena, Bronte MacMillan, India Thornton, Talia Duff, Gabirela Gregorian, Rory Shafford and Jamie Jonathan
Creative
Co-directors/choreographers Sam Holmes and Nick Winston
Set and costume designer Philip Witcomb
Lighting Designer Ben Cracknell
Casting director Jim Arnold
Sound designer Ben Harrison
What you thought
Seen Shrek The Musical? Loved it? Hated it?
Help your fellow Edinburgh Theatre visitors by leaving the first review!
Write a review nowNearby
Venue home
Location
DiningRestaurants
Hotels
Additional Information
Spread the word
Sound good to you? Share this page on social media and let your friends know about Shrek The Musical at Edinburgh Playhouse Theatre.
Keep up to date
I want email news and updates for events in my area! Read how we protect your data.
Please note: The term Edinburgh Playhouse Theatre and/or Shrek The Musical as well as all associated graphics, logos, and/or other trademarks, tradenames or copyrights are the property of the Edinburgh Playhouse Theatre and/or Shrek The Musical and are used herein for factual descriptive purposes only. We are in no way associated with or authorized by the Edinburgh Playhouse Theatre and/or Shrek The Musical and neither that entity nor any of its affiliates have licensed or endorsed us to sell tickets, goods and or services in conjunction with their events.