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Shrek the Musical

Shrek the Musical

Based on the award-winning DreamWorks animation film, Shrek the Musical is this year’s must-see show for all the family. Read more …

Join our unlikely hero and his loyal steed Donkey as they embark on a quest to rescue the beautiful (if slightly temperamental) Princess Fiona from a fire breathing, love-sick dragon. Add the diminutive Lord Farquaad, a gang of fairytale misfits, and a biscuit with attitude, and you’ve got the biggest, brightest musical comedy around!

Featuring all new songs as well as cult Shrek anthem I’m a Believer, Shrek the Musical brings all the much-loved DreamWorks characters to life, live on stage, in an all-singing, all-dancing extravaganza. Join the adventure.


The critical consensus

Verdict: Big, bold and brassy touring version of the DreamWorks favourite is likely to please all ages.

****(*)Lisa Martland, The Stage, 31/07/2014

In the end, though, none of these flaws spoils the fun, in a conspicuously good-looking show illuminated by two strong central performances.

****(*)Joyce McMillan, 26/01/2015

If you loved the films you’ll love the musical.

*****Adelle Hopkins, Theatre in Scotland, 01/05/2015

This is a huge, big-hearted romp replete with frolics, farts and fun for all the family. I can’t recommend it highly enough.

*****Lauren Humphreys, The Public Reviews, 01/05/2015

Shrek the film is so well-loved, producers of the live show knew they had to stay true to the atmosphere of friendly anarchy, clever dialogue and true love – and they do just that.

****(*)Kelly Apter, The List, 05/05/2015

Shrek The Musical ticks all the obvious boxes for family-cum-light entertainment but ultimately lacks soul.

***(*)(*)Justine Blundell, Edinburgh Guide, 22/10/2015

Overall, it’s a fantastic family show which will have kids of all ages entertained, and as an added bonus, keep alert for numerous amusing musical parodies peppered throughout.

****(*)Stewart McLaren, TVBomb, 23/10/2015

Fun, hugely entertaining, and brilliantly performed, this still just lacks for the true heart which would allow it to shine as it might.

****(*)Thom Dibdin, All Edinburgh Theatre, 23/10/2015


Features about Shrek the Musical

Shrek the Musical on UK tour

Kelly Apter, The List, 27/03/2015

Interview: Idriss Kargbo lifts the lid on life as Shrek's best buddy

Fraser MacDonald, The Reviews Hub, 14/10/2015

Where and when?

King's Theatre, Glasgow from Wednesday April 29, 2015, until Sunday May 17, 2015. More info: www.theambassadors.com/kings/

Edinburgh Playhouse, Edinburgh from Tuesday October 20, 2015, until Sunday November 8, 2015. More info: www.edinburghplayhouse.org.uk

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