Shrek the Musical cast lists
Shrek the Musical is a musical with music by Jeanine Tesori and book and lyrics by David Lindsay-Abaire. It is based on the 2001 DreamWorks film and the book by William Steig. Below are the actors, cast lists and replacements for all major English-speaking productions of the musical, directed by Jason Moore and Rob Ashford. The design, music & lyrics and choreography (by Josh Prince), among other elements, differ from production to production. For more information on the show see Shrek the Musical.
There have been five major English-speaking productions to date and they are listed below in order of opening night performance. All are produced by DreamWorks Theatricals and Neal Street Productions, with the exception of the first and second Non-Equity US tours, which are produced under the NETworks banner.
The Broadway production was filmed in 2009, and was released to DVD and Blu-ray October 15, 2013.[1]
Seattle, Washington (Out-of-town tryout) [CLOSED]
- First Preview: August 14, 2008
- Opening Night: September 10, 2008
- Closing Night: September 21, 2008
- Venue: The 5th Avenue Theater.
Seattle, Washington (Out-of-town tryout) Cast
Principals
- Brian d'Arcy James as Shrek
- Sutton Foster as Princess Fiona
- Christopher Sieber as Lord Farquaad
- Chester Gregory as Donkey
- John Tartaglia as Pinocchio, The Magic Mirror, Dragon Puppeteer
- Kecia Lewis-Evans as Dragon
Ensemble: Haven Burton (Gingy, Sugar Plum Fairy), Jennifer Cody (Cobbler's Elf, Duloc Greeter, Blind Mouse), Bobby Daye (Pig #2, Bishop), Ryan Duncan (Pig #3, Pied Piper), Sarah Jane Everman (Ugly Duckling, Goldy Locks, Blind Mouse), Aymee Garcia (Mama Bear), Lisa Ho (Baby Bear, Blind Mouse), Chris Hoch (Captain of the Guard, Bigb Bad Wolf), Danette Holden (Flutterbell, Magic Mirror Assistant, Bluebird), Jacob Ming-Trent (Papa Ogre, Pig #1), Denny Paschall (Peter Pan), Greg Reuter (Guard, Gnome), Noah Rivera (The White Rabbit), Jennifer Simard (Mother, Wicked Witch), Rachel Stern (Mama Ogre, Humpty Dumpty), Dennis Stowe (Barker, Papa Bear, Thelonius).
Child Performers: Leah Greenhaus (Young Fiona, Flower Girl), Marissa O'Donnell (Teen Fiona), Adam Reigler (Young Shrek, Dwarf), Keaton Whittaker (Young Fiona, Flower Girl).
Understudies and Standbys: Standby for Shrek - Ben Crawford. Understudy for Shrek - Jacob Ming-Trent. For Princess Fiona - Haven Burton, Sarah Jane Everman. For Lord Farquaad - Chris Hoch, Greg Reuter. For Donkey - Ryan Duncan, Bobby Daye. For Pinocchio/The Magic Mirror/Dragon Puppeteer - Denny Paschall, Noah Rivera. For Dragon - Aymee Garcia, Rachel Stern. For Young Shrek/Dwarf - Leah Greenhaus, Keaton Whittaker. For Teen Fiona - Haven Burton.
Swings: Carolyn Ockert-Haythe (Wizard), Heather Jane Rolff (Lady Gnome), David F.M. Vaughn (Mad Hatter).
Dance Captain/Swing: Justin Greer (Viking).
Broadway, New York [CLOSED]
- First Preview: November 8, 2008
- Opening Night: December 14, 2008
- Closing Night: January 3, 2010
- Venue: The Broadway Theatre
Original Broadway Cast
Principals
- Brian d'Arcy James as Shrek
- Sutton Foster as Princess Fiona
- Christopher Sieber as Lord Farquaad
- Daniel Breaker as Donkey
- John Tartaglia as Pinocchio, The Magic Mirror, Dragon Puppeteer
Ensemble: Cameron Adams, Haven Burton (Sugar Plum Fairy, Gingy, Dragonette), Jennifer Cody (Shoemaker's Elf, Blind Mouse), Bobby Daye (Sticks, Bishop), Ryan Duncan (Bricks), Sarah Jane Everman (Ugly Duckling, Blind Mouse), Aymee Garcia (Mama Bear, Dragonette), Lisa Ho (Baby Bear, Blind Mouse), Chris Hoch (Big Bad Wolf, Captain of the Guard), Danette Holden (Fairy Godmother, Bluebird), Marty Lawson (Guard), Jacob Ming-Trent (Papa Ogre, Straw), Denny Paschall (Peter Pan), Greg Reuter (Gnome, Pied Piper), Noah Rivera (White Rabbit), Jennifer Simard (Wicked Witch), Rachel Stern (Mama Ogre, Humpty Dumpty, Dragonette), Dennis Stowe (Papa Bear, Thelonius).
Child Performers: Leah Greenhaus (Young Fiona), Marissa O'Donnell (Teen Fiona), Adam Reigler (Young Shrek), Rachel Rescheff (Young Fiona).
Understudies and Standbys: Standby for Shrek - Ben Crawford. Understudy for Shrek - Jacob Ming-Trent. For Princess Fiona - Haven Burton, Sarah Jane Everman. For Lord Farquaad - Chris Hoch, Greg Reuter. For Donkey - Ryan Duncan, Bobby Daye. For Pinocchio/The Magic Mirror - Denny Paschall, Noah Rivera. For Young Shrek/Dwarf - Leah Greenhaus, Rachel Rescheff. For Teen Fiona - Haven Burton.
Swings: Heather Jane Rolff (Lady Gnome), David F.M. Vaughn (Mad Hatter).
Dance Captain/Swing: Justin Greer (Viking). Asst. Dance Captain/Swing: Carolyn Ockert-Haythe (Wizard). They Loved Apples.
Final Broadway Cast
Principals
- Ben Crawford as Shrek
- Sutton Foster as Princess Fiona
- Christopher Sieber as Lord Farquaad
- Daniel Breaker as Donkey
- John Tartaglia as Pinocchio, The Magic Mirror, Dragon Puppeteer
Ensemble: Cameron Adams, Haven Burton (Sugar Plum Fairy, Gingy, Dragonette), Bobby Daye (Sticks, Bishop), Ryan Duncan (Bricks), Sarah Jane Everman (Ugly Duckling, Blind Mouse), Brian Gonzales (Papa Ogre, Straw), Colleen Hawks (Fairy Godmother, Bluebird), Lisa Ho (Baby Bear, Blind Mouse), Chris Hoch (Big Bad Wolf, Captain of the Guard), Marty Lawson (Guard), Denny Paschall (Peter Pan), Greg Reuter (Gnome, Pied Piper), Noah Rivera (White Rabbit), Jennifer Simard (Wicked Witch), Rachel Stern (Mama Ogre, Tweedle Dum ≠, Dragonette), Dennis Stowe (Papa Bear, Thelonius), Maia Nkenge Wilson (Mama Bear, Dragonette), Kristen Wyatt (Shoemaker's Elf, Blind Mouse).
Child Performers: Tessa Albertson (Teen Fiona), Rozi Baker (Young Shrek, Dwarf / Young Fiona), Maya Goldman (Young Shrek, Dwarf / Young Fiona).
Understudies and Standbys: Standby for Shrek - Eric Petersen. Understudy for Shrek - Brian Gonzales. For Princess Fiona - Haven Burton, Sarah Jane Everman. For Lord Farquaad - Chris Hoch, Greg Reuter. For Donkey - Ryan Duncan, Bobby Daye. For Pinocchio/The Magic Mirror - Denny Paschall, Noah Rivera. For Teen Fiona - Haven Burton, Kristen Wyatt.
Swings: Heather Jane Rolff (Lady Gnome), Keven Quillon (Wizard), David F.M. Vaughn (Mad Hatter).
Dance Captain/Swing: Justin Greer (Viking). Asst. Dance Captain/Swing: Carolyn Ockert-Haythe (Lady Viking).
≠Later in the Broadway run, the character of "Humpty Dumpty" was cut and replaced by "Tweedle Dum" with Stern still in the track.
Broadway Cast Replacement History
- Kristen Wyatt replaced Jennifer Cody as Shoemaker's Elf/Blind Mouse on July 14, 2009.
- Colleen Hawks replaced Danette Holden as Fairy Godmother/Bluebird on July 14, 2009.
- Keven Quillon replaced Greg Reuter as Gnome/Pied Piper on July 14, 2009.
- Frankie Paparone replaced Noah Rivera as White Rabbit on July 14, 2009.
- Eric Petersen temporarily replaced Jacob Ming-Trent as Papa Ogre/Straw on July 14, 2009.
- Rozi Baker replaced Rachel Rescheff as an alternate Young Fiona on July 14, 2009.
- Maya Goldman replaced Leah Greenhaus as an alternate Young Fiona on August 11, 2009.
- Tessa Albertson replaced Marissa O'Donnell as Teen Fiona on August 11, 2009.
- Robb Sapp temporarily replaced John Tartaglia as Pinocchio/Magic Mirror on August 18, 2009.
- Rozi Baker and Maya Goldman replaced Adam Reigler as Young Shrek/Dwarf on August 18, 2009.
- Jacob Ming-Trent returned to the roles of Papa Ogre/Straw on August 25, 2009.
- Noah Rivera returned to the role of White Rabbit on September 15, 2009.
- Maia Nkenge Wilson replaced Aymee Garcia as Mama Bear/Dragonette on September 22, 2009.
- Greg Reuter returned to the roles of Gnome/Pied Piper on October 13, 2009.
- Ben Crawford replaced Brian d'Arcy James as Shrek on November 10, 2009.
- John Tartaglia returned to the roles of Pinocchio/Magic Mirror on December 15, 2009.
- Brian Gonzales replaced Jacob Ming-Trent as Papa Ogre/Straw on December 21, 2009.
Broadway Standby Replacement History
- Eric Petersen replaced Ben Crawford as the standby for Shrek on November 10,2009.
Broadway Understudy Replacement History
- Ryan Worsing became a fifth swing on March 17, 2009.
- Eric Petersen temporarily replaced Jacob Ming-Trent as the understudy for Shrek on July 14, 2009.
- David F.M. Vaughn replaced Greg Reuter as the second understudy for Lord Farquaad on July 14, 2009.
- Justin Greer replaced Noah Rivera as the second understudy for Pinocchio/Magic Mirror on July 14, 2009.
- Kristen Wyatt became a second understudy for Teen Fiona on July 13, 2009.
- Ben Crawford became a third understudy for Lord Farquaad on August 18, 2009.
- Jacob Ming-Trent returned as the understudy for Shrek on August 25, 2009.
- Noah Rivera returned as the second understudy for Pinocchio/Magic Mirror on September 15, 2009.
- Greg Reuter returned as the second understudy for Lord Farquaad on October 13, 2009.
- Keven Quillon replaced Ryan Worsing as a swing on November 3, 2009.
- Ben Crawford left the position of third understudy for Lord Farquaad on November 8, 2009.
- Brian Gonzales replaced Jacob Ming-Trent as the understudy for Shrek on December 21, 2009.
First North American Tour [CLOSED]
- First Preview: July 13, 2010
- Opening Night: July 25, 2010
- Closing Night: July 31, 2011
- Opening Venue: Chicago, IL. @ Cadillac Palace Theatre
- Closing Venue: Los Angeles, CA. @ Pantages Theatre
Original First North American Tour Cast
Principals
- Eric Petersen as Shrek
- Haven Burton as Princess Fiona
- Alan Mingo, Jr. as Donkey
- David F.M. Vaughn^ as Lord Farquaad
- Carrie Compere as Dragon
- Blakely Slaybaugh as Pinocchio
Ensemble: Kevin Boseman (Bricks, Dragon Puppeteer), Holly Ann Butler (Queen Lillian, Wicked Witch, Blind Mouse), Carrie Compere (Mama Ogre, Tweedle Dum), Tyrone Davis, Jr. (Sticks, Dragon Puppeteer), Sandra DeNise (Sugar Plum Fairy, Bluebird), Aymee Garcia (Mama Bear, Gingy), Brian Gonzales (Papa Ogre, Straw, Knight, Pied Piper, Bishop), Lisa Ho (Baby Bear, Blind Mouse), Benjamin Howes (Papa Bear, Thelonius, Knight), Denny Paschall (Peter Pan, Dragon Puppeteer), Sarah Peak (Ugly Duckling, Teen Fiona), Keven Quillon (Guard, Dragon Puppeteer), Morgan Rose (Shoemaker's Elf, Blind Mouse), Jason W. Shuffler^ (King Harold, Big Bad Wolf, Captain of the Guard, Knight), Blakely Slaybaugh (Knight).
Child Performers: Scarlett Diaz (Young Shrek, Dwarf / Young Fiona), Madison Mullahey (Young Shrek, Dwarf / Young Fiona).
Understudies: Understudy for Shrek - David Foley, Jr., Brian Gonzales. For Princess Fiona - Sandra DeNise, Holly Ann Butler. For Donkey - Tyrone Davis, Jr., Kevin Boseman. For Lord Farquaad - Benjamin Howes, Jason W. Shuffler^. For Dragon - Emily Cramer, Mara Newbery. For Pinocchio - Denny Paschall, Justin Greer.
Swings: Joe Abraham, Emily Cramer (Lady Gnome), David Foley, Jr.
Dance Captain/Swing: Justin Greer. Asst. Dance Captain/Swing: Mara Newbery (Fairy Godmother).
^The role of "Lord Farquaad" was first played by Todd Buonopane, but for reasons still unknown he left the production only days before opening, leaving Mr. Vaughn (first cover at the time) to assume the full-time role. Jason W. Shuffler joined the cast shortly after to take over Vaughn's track as "Big Bad Wolf".
Final North American Tour Cast
Principals
- Eric Petersen as Shrek
- Haven Burton as Princess Fiona
- Alan Mingo, Jr. as Donkey
- David F.M. Vaughn as Lord Farquaad
- Carrie Compere as Dragon
- Blakely Slaybaugh as Pinocchio
Ensemble: Holly Ann Butler (Queen Lillian, Wicked Witch, Blind Mouse), Carrie Compere (Mama Ogre, Tweedle Dum), Tyrone Davis, Jr. (Sticks, Dragon Puppeteer), Sandra DeNise (Sugar Plum Fairy, Bluebird), Aymee Garcia (Mama Bear, Gingy), Derek Hanson (Papa Ogre, Straw, Knight, Pied Piper, Bishop), Benjamin Howes (Papa Bear, Thelonius, Knight), Cara Kem (Baby Bear, Blind Mouse), Denny Paschall (Peter Pan, Dragon Puppeteer), Sarah Peak (Ugly Duckling, Teen Fiona), Keven Quillon (Guard, Dragon Puppeteer), Morgan Rose (Shoemaker's Elf, Blind Mouse), Jason W. Shuffler (King Harold, Big Bad Wolf, Captain of the Guard, Knight), Blakely Slaybaugh (Knight), Julius Thomas III (Bricks, Dragon Puppeteer).
Child Performers: Hayley Feinstein (Young Shrek, Dwarf / Young Fiona), Danielle Siobelman (Young Shrek, Dwarf / Young Fiona).
Understudies: Understudy for Shrek - David Foley, Jr. For Princess Fiona - Sandra DeNise, Holly Ann Butler. For Donkey - Tyrone Davis, Jr., Julius Thomas III. For Lord Farquaad - Benjamin Howes, Jason W. Shuffler. For Dragon - Emily Cramer, Mara Newbery. For Pinocchio - Denny Paschall, Sean McKnight.
Swings: Joe Abraham, Emily Cramer (Lady Gnome), David Foley, Jr.
Dance Captain/Swing: Mara Newbery (Fairy Godmother). Asst. Dance Captain/Swing: Sean McKnight.
First North American Tour Cast Replacement History
- David F.M. Vaughn replaced Todd Buonopane as Lord Farquaad on July 23, 2010.^
- Jason W. Shuffler assumed the roles of King Harold/Big Bad Wolf/Captain of the Guard/Knight on August 10, 2010.≠
- Hayley Feinstein replaced Scarlett Diaz as Young Shrek/Dwarf & Young Fiona on January 25, 2011.
- Danielle Siobelman replaced Madison Mullahey as Young Shrek/Dwarf & Young Fiona on January 25, 2011.
- Cara Kem replaced Lisa Ho as Baby Bear/Blind Mouse on January 25, 2011.
- Julius Thomas III replaced Kevin Boseman as Bricks/Dragon Puppeteer on January 25, 2011.
- Derek Hanson replaced Jason W. Shuffler as King Harold/Big Bad Wolf/Captain of the Guard/Knight on January 25, 2011.
- Derek Hanson replaced Brian Gonzales as Papa Ogre/Straw/Knight/Pied Piper/Bishop on May 24, 2011.
- Jason W. Shuffler returned to the roles of King Harold/Big Bad Wolf/Captain of the Guard/Knight on May 24, 2011.
≠ Swings covered the roles until Shuffler was cast.
First North American Tour Understudy Replacement History
- Benjamin Howes replaced David F.M. Vaughn as the first understudy for Lord Farquaad on July 23, 2010.
- Jason W. Shuffler assumed the position of second understudy for Lord Farquaad on August 10, 2010.
- Julius Thomas III replaced Kevin Boseman as the second understudy for Donkey on January 25, 2011.
- Derek Hanson replaced Jason W. Shuffler as the second understudy for Lord Farquaad on January 25, 2011.
- Sean McKnight replaced Justin Greer as a swing on January 25, 2011.
- Mara Newbery replaced Justin Greer as the dance captain on January 25, 2011.
- Brian Gonzales left the position of second understudy for Shrek on May 22, 2011.
- Jason W. Shuffler returned to the position of second understudy for Lord Farquaad on May 24, 2011.
London's West End, UK [CLOSED]
- First Preview: May 6, 2011
- Opening Night: June 14, 2011
- Closing Night: February 24, 2013
- Venue: Theatre Royal, Drury Lane
Original West End Cast
Principals
- Nigel Lindsay as Shrek
- Richard Blackwood as Donkey
- Nigel Harman as Lord Farquaad
- Amanda Holden as Princess Fiona
- Landi Oshinowo as Dragon
- Jonathan Stewart as Pinocchio
Ensemble: Delroy Atkinson (White Rabbit, Bishop), Amy Beadel (Tweedle Dum, Teen Fiona), Dean Chisnall (Papa Ogre, Bricks, Thelonius, Knight), Jon-Scott Clark (Peter Pan, Dragon Puppeteer), Ste Clough (Guard, Dragon Puppeteer), Ross Dawes (King Harold, Big Bad Wolf, Captain of the Guard, Knight, Pied Piper), Lucie Downer (Baby Bear, Blind Mouse), Alice Fearn (Sugar Plum Fairy, Gingy), Michelle Francis (Tweedle Dee, Blind Mouse), Ashley E. Hale (Ugly Duckling, Blind Mouse), Bradley Jaden (Papa Bear), Aaron Lee Lambert (Straw, Knight), Emma Lindars (Mama Ogre, Mama Bear), Landi Oshinowo (Humpty Dumpty), Damien Poole (Mad Hatter, Dragon Puppeteer), Stuart Matthew Price (Sticks, Walter, Knight), Jonathan Stewart (Dragon Puppeteer), Lucy Tapp (Queen Lillian, Wicked Witch), Karli Vale (Fairy Godmother, Bluebird).
Child Performers (Young Fiona / Young Shrek, Dwarf): Samantha Allison, Chorlène Biron-Monnier, Lauren Dawes, Madeleine Hill, Emilia Jones, Sophie Wythe.
Understudies: Understudy for Shrek - Dean Chisnall, Bradley Jaden. For Donkey - Delroy Atkinson, Aaron Lee Lambert. For Lord Farquaad - Ross Dawes, Ste Clough. For Princess Fiona - Alice Fearn, Rosanna Hyland, Lucy Tapp. For Dragon - Emma Lindars, Leigh-Anne Stone. For Pinocchio - Stuart Matthew Price, Michael Watson. For Teen Fiona - Lucie Downer, Michelle Francis.
Swings: Rosanna Hyland (Little Red Riding Hood), Spencer O’Brien (Wooden Soldier), Jacqui Sanchez (Golden Goose), Leigh-Anne Stone (Tooth Fairy), Michael Watson (Jack & the Beanstalk), Lee William-Davis (Wizard).
Dance Captains/Swings: Stephanie Bron (Snow Queen), Grant Murphy (Gnome).
Final West End Cast
Principals
- Dean Chisnall as Shrek
- Richard Blackwood as Donkey
- Neil McDermott as Lord Farquaad
- Carley Stenson as Princess Fiona
- Landi Oshinowo as Dragon
- Jonathan Stewart as Pinocchio
Ensemble: Jon-Scott Clark (Peter Pan, Dragon Puppeteer), Ste Clough (Sticks, Dragon Puppeteer), Ricardo Coke-Thomas (White Rabbit), Blaise Colangelo (Tweedle Dum, Teen Fiona), Lucie Downer (Baby Bear, Blind Mouse), Oliver Eyre (Papa Ogre, Bricks, Thelonius, Knight), Alice Fearn (Sugar Plum Fairy, Gingy), Lucy Maria Gill (Humpty Dumpty, Blind Mouse), Clare Halse (Tweedle Dee), Bradley Jaden (Papa Bear, Dragon Puppeteer), Aaron Lee Lambert (Straw, Walter, Knight), Marc Leslie (Mad Hatter, Knight), Alastair Natkeil (Big Bad Wolf, Captain of the Guard, Bishop), Landi Oshinowo (Ugly Duckling), Joseph Prouse (King Harold, Guard, Pied Piper, Knight), Ashley J. Russell (Mame Ogre, Mama Bear), Jonathan Stewart (Dragon Puppeteer), Lucy Tapp (Queen Lillian, Wicked Witch), Karli Vale (Fairy Godmother, Bluebird, Blind Mouse).
Child Performers: Emily Carey (Young Shrek, Dwarf), Imogen Gurney (Young Fiona), Skye Meade (Young Shrek, Dwarf), Megan Manly (Young Fiona), Paris Price (Young Shrek, Dwarf).
Understudies and Standbys: Standby for Young Shrek/Dwarf - Hannah Gurling, Jaynie Awcock, Orla Gidea. Understudy for Shrek - Oliver Eyre, Bradley Jaden, Joseph Prouse. For Donkey - Aaron Lee Lambert, Ricardo Coke-Thomas. For Lord Farquaad - Alastair Natkeil, Ste Clough. For Princess Fiona - Alice Fearn, Rosanna Hyland, Lucy Tapp. For Dragon - Ashley J. Russell, Kerry Winter. For Pinocchio - Joseph Prouse, Jon-Scott Clark, Patrick George. For Young Fiona - Emily Carey, Skye Meade, Paris Price. For Teen Fiona - Lucie Downer, Clare Halse.
Swings: Patrick George (Wooden Soldier), Alexandra Greirson (Golden Goose), Rosanna Hyland (Little Red Riding Hood), Damien Poole (Jack & the Beanstalk), Lee William-Davis (Wizard), Kerry Winter (Tooth Fairy).
Dance Captains/Swings: Stephanie Bron (Snow Queen), Grant Murphy (Gnome).
West End Cast Replacement History
- Alice Fearn temporarily replaced Amanda Holden as Princess Fiona on August 3, 2011.
- Amanda Holden returned to the role of Princess Fiona on August 24, 2011.
- Sophie Wythe left the roles of Young Fiona/Young Shrek/Dwarf on September 12, 2011.
- Zoe Kirk replaced Chorlène Biron-Monnier as Young Fiona/Young Shrek/Dwarf on September 14, 2011.
- Sian Taylor O'Hanlon replaced Madeleine Hill as Young Fiona/Young Shrek/Dwarf on September 14, 2011.
- Kimberley Walsh replaced Amanda Holden as Princess Fiona on October 5, 2011.
- Dean Chisnall replaced Nigel Lindsay as Shrek on February 29, 2012.
- Neil McDermott replaced Nigel Harman as Lord Farquaad on February 29, 2012.
- Ste Clough replaced Stuart Matthew Price as Sticks the Pig on February 29, 2012.
- Joseph Prouse replaced Ste Clough as Guard on February 29, 2012.
- Ricardo Coke-Thomas replaceed Delroy Atkinson as White Rabbit on February 29, 2012.
- Blaise Colangelo replaced Amy Beadel as Tweedle Dum/Teen Fiona on February 29, 2012.
- Oliver Eyre replaced Dean Chisnall as Papa Ogre/Bricks the Pig/Thelonius/Knight on February 29, 2012.
- Lucy Maria Gill replaced Landi Oshinowo as Humpty Dumpty on February 29, 2012.
- Lucy Maria Gill replaced Michelle Francis as Blind Mouse on February 29, 2012.
- Clare Halse replaced Michelle Francis as Tweedle Dee on February 29, 2012.
- Landi Oshinowo replaced Ashley E. Hale as Ugly Duckling on February 29, 2012.
- Karli Vale replaced Ashley E. Hale as Blind Mouse on February 29, 2012.
- Marc Leslie replaced Damien Poole as Mad Hatter on February 29, 2012.
- Marc Leslie replaced Stuart Matthew Price as a Knight on February 29, 2012.
- Bradley Jaden replaced Damien Poole as a Dragon Puppeteer on February 29, 2012.
- Alastair Natkeil replaced Ross Dawes as Big Bad Wolf/Captain of the Guard on February 29, 2012.
- Alastair Natkeil replaced Delroy Atkinson as Bishop on February 29, 2012.
- Joseph Prouse replaced Ross Dawes as King Harold/Pied Piper/Knight on February 29, 2012.
- Ashley J. Russell replaced Emma Lindars as Mama Ogre/Mama Bear on February 29, 2012.
- Amy Boyd replaced Samantha Allison as Young Fiona/Young Shrek/Dwarf on February 29, 2012.
- Megan Clarke replaced Lauren Dawes as Young Fiona/Young Shrek/Dwarf on February 29, 2012.
- Imogen Gurney replaced Zoe Kirk as Young Fiona/Young Shrek/Dwarf on February 29, 2012.
- Georgia Hancock replaced Emilia Jones as Young Fiona/Young Shrek/Dwarf on February 29, 2012.
- Megan Manly replaced Sian Taylor O'Hanlon as Young Fiona/Young Shrek/Dwarf on February 29, 2012.
- Paris Price assumed the sixth alternate role for the parts of Young Fiona/Young Shrek/Dwarf on February 29, 2012.
- Carley Stenson replaced Kimberley Walsh as Princess Fiona on May 23, 2012.
- Amy Boyd left the roles of Young Fiona/Young Shrek/Dwarf on August 27, 2012.
- Megan Clarke left the roles of Young Fiona/Young Shrek/Dwarf on August 27, 2012.
- Georgia Hancock left the roles of Young Fiona/Young Shrek/Dwarf on August 27, 2012.
- Hannah Gurling assumed the role of Young Fiona on August 27, 2012
- Paris Price left the role of Young Fiona on August 27, 2012.
- Emily Carey assumed the fourth alternate role for the parts of Young Shrek/Dwarf on August 29, 2012.
- Skye Meade replaced Imogen Gurney as Young Shrek/Dwarf on August 29, 2012.
- Megan Manly left the roles of Young Shrek/Dwarf in fall 2012.
West End Standby Replacement History
- Grace Maltman became a standby for the roles of Young Fiona/Young Shrek/Dwarf on July 12, 2011.
- Megan Manly became a standby for the roles of Young Fiona/Young Shrek/Dwarf on July 12, 2011.
- Emily Wheaton replaced Grace Maltman as standby for the roles of Young Fiona/Young Shrek/Dwarf on September 14, 2011.
- Lara Wollington became a third standby for the roles of Young Fiona/Young Shrek/Dwarf on September 14, 2011—February 27, 2012.
- Hannah Gurling replaced Megan Manly as standby for the roles of Young Fiona/Young Shrek/Dwarf on February 29, 2012.
- Hannah Milton replaced Emily Wheaton as standby for the roles of Young Fiona/Young Shrek/Dwarf on February 29, 2012.
- Jaynie Awcock replaced Hannah Milton as standby for the roles of Young Fiona/Young Shrek/Dwarf on August 29, 2012.
- Orla Gidea assumed third standby for the roles of Young Fiona/Young Shrek/Dwarf on August 29, 2012.
Jaynie Awcock and Orla Gidea left the standby role of Young Fiona in February 2012.
West End Understudy Replacement History
- Spencer O'Brien left his role as Swing (Wooden Soldier) on February 13, 2012.
- Oliver Eyre replaced Dean Chisnall as the first understudy for Shrek on February 29, 2012.
- Joseph Prouse became a third understudy for Shrek on February 29, 2012.
- Aaron Lee Lambert replaced Delroy Atkinson as the first understudy for Donkey on February 29, 2012.
- Ricardo Coke-Thomas replaced Aaron Lee Lambert as the second understudy for Donkey on February 29, 2012.
- Alastair Natkeil replaced Ross Dawes as the first understudy for Lord Farquaad on February 29, 2012.
- Ashley J. Russell replaced Emma Lindars as the first understudy for Dragon on February 29, 2012.
- Joseph Prouse replaced Stuart Matthew Price as the first understudy for Pinocchio on February 29, 2012.
- Jon-Scott Clark replaced Michael Watson as the second understudy for Pinocchio on February 29, 2012.
- Patrick George became a third understudy for Pinocchio on February 29, 2012.
- Clare Halse replaced Michelle Francis as the second understudy for Teen Fiona on February 29, 2012.
- Patrick George assumed Spencer O'Brien's role as Swing (Wooden Soldier) on February 29, 2012.
- Alexandra Grierson replaced Jacqui Sanchez as Swing (Golden Goose) on February 29, 2012.
- Damien Poole replaced Michael Watson as Swing (Jack & the Beanstalk) on February 29, 2012.
- Kerry Winter began to alternate with Leigh-Anne Stone as Swing (Tooth Fairy) on June 20, 2012.
- Kerry Winter became a third understudy for Dragon on June 20, 2012.
- Kerry Winter replaced Leigh-Anne Stone as a full-time Swing (Tooth Fairy) on August 29, 2012.
- Kerry Winter replaced Leigh-Anne Stone as the second understudy for Dragon on August 29, 2012.
- Emily Carey became the first understudy for Young Fiona on August 29, 2012.
- Skye Meade became the second understudy for Young Fiona on August 29, 2012.
- Paris Price became the third understudy for Young Fiona on August 29, 2012.
First Non-Equity North American Tour [CLOSED]
- First Preview: September 9, 2011
- Opening Night: September 13, 2011
- Closing Night: April 29, 2012
- Opening Venue: Portland, OR. @ Keller Auditorium
- Closing Venue: Springfield, MO. @ Hammons Hall
Original First Non-Equity North American Tour Cast
Principals (in order of appearance)
- Lukas Poost as Shrek
- Liz Shivener as Princess Fiona
- André Jordan as Donkey
- Merritt David Janes as Lord Farquaad
- Kelly Teal Goyette as Dragon
- Luke Yellin as Pinocchio
Ensemble: Willie Dee (Papa Bear, Dragon Puppeteer), Annie Fitch (Ugly Duckling), Susan Leilani Gearou (Wicked Witch), Kelly Teal Goyette (Mama Ogre, Mama Bear), Schuyler Midgett (Sugar Plum Fairy, Gingy, Teen Fiona), Lyonel Reneau (Pig, Dragon Puppeteer), Adam Steiner (Papa Ogre, Big Bad Wolf, Knight), Erin Sullivan (Fairy Godmother), Chase Todd (Peter Pan, Dragon Puppeteer), Sarah Tranchina (Shoemaker's Elf, Dragon Puppeteer), Nadia Vynnytsky (Baby Bear), Ryan Everett Wood (Pig, Knight), Chris Woods (Pig, Knight), Luke Yellin (Knight).
Child Performers: Alexa Kerner (Young Shrek, Dwarf / Young Fiona), Rachel Khutorsky (Young Shrek, Dwarf / Young Fiona).
Understudies: Understudy for Shrek - Adam Steiner, Ryan Everett Wood. For Princess Fiona - Erin Sullivan, Annie Fitch. For Donkey - Lyonel Reneau, Willie Dee. For Lord Farquaad - Ryan Everett Wood, Chris Woods. For Dragon - Susan Leilani Gearou. For Pinocchio - Chase Todd. For Teen Fiona - Sarah Tranchina, Nadia Vynnytsky.
Swings: Ian Frazier, Mara Gabrielle.
Dance Captain/Swing: Laura Smith. Asst. Dance Captain/Swing: Ryan Rubeck.
Final First Non-Equity North American Tour Cast
Principals (in order of appearance)
- Lukas Poost as Shrek
- Liz Shivener as Princess Fiona
- André Jordan as Donkey
- Merritt David Janes as Lord Farquaad
- Erin Edelle as Dragon
- Luke Yellin as Pinocchio
Ensemble: Willie Dee (Papa Bear, Dragon Puppeteer), Erin Edelle (Mama Ogre, Mama Bear), Annie Fitch (Ugly Duckling), Lauren Devine (Baby Bear), Susan Leilani Gearou (Wicked Witch), Schuyler Midgett (Sugar Plum Fairy, Gingy, Teen Fiona), Lyonel Reneau (Pig, Dragon Puppeteer), Adam Steiner (Papa Ogre, Big Bad Wolf, Knight), Erin Sullivan (Fairy Godmother), Chase Todd (Peter Pan, Dragon Puppeteer), Sarah Tranchina (Shoemaker's Elf, Dragon Puppeteer), Ryan Everett Wood (Pig, Knight), Chris Woods (Pig, Knight), Luke Yellin (Knight).
Child Performers: Nadia Jewel (Young Shrek, Dwarf / Young Fiona), Maggie Tompkins (Young Shrek, Dwarf / Young Fiona).
Understudies: Understudy for Shrek - Adam Steiner, Ryan Everett Wood. For Princess Fiona - Erin Sullivan, Annie Fitch. For Donkey - Lyonel Reneau, Willie Dee. For Lord Farquaad - Ryan Everett Wood, Chris Woods. For Dragon - Susan Leilani Gearou, Erin Sullivan. For Pinocchio - Chase Todd. For Teen Fiona - Sarah Tranchina, Lauren Devine.
Swings: Ian Frazier, Mara Gabrielle.
Dance Captain/Swing: Laura Smith. Asst. Dance Captain/Swing: Ryan Rubeck.
First Non-Equity North American Tour Cast Replacement History
- Nadia Jewel replaced Alexa Kerner as Young Fiona; Young Shrek/Dwarf on December 29, 2011.
- Maggie Tompkins replaced Rachel Khutorsky as Young Fiona; Young Shrek/Dwarf on December 29, 2011.
- Erin Edelle replaced Kelly Teal Goyette as Dragon/Mama Ogre/Mama Bear on February 21, 2012.
- Lauren Devine replaced Nadia Vynnytsky as Baby Bear on February 21, 2012.
First Non-Equity North American Tour Understudy Replacement History
- Lauren Devine replaced Nadia Vynnytsky as the second understudy for Teen Fiona on February 21, 2012.
- Erin Sullivan became a second understudy for Dragon on February 21, 2012.
Non-Equity Asian Tour [CLOSED]
- Opening Night: June 19, 2012
- Closing Night: August 5, 2012
- Opening Venue: Kuala Lumpur Convention Center, Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia
- Closing Venue: Shanghai Culture Square, Shanghai, China
Non-Equity Asian Tour Cast
Principals
- Lukas Poost as Shrek
- Liz Shivener as Princess Fiona
- Jeremy Gaston as Donkey
- Merritt David Janes as Lord Farquaad
- Courtney Daniels as Dragon
- Luke Yellin as Pinocchio
Ensemble: Courtney Daniels (Mama Ogre, Mama Bear), Willie Dee (Papa Bear, Dragon Puppeteer), Lauren Devine (Baby Bear), Annie Fitch (Ugly Duckling), Susan Leilani Gearou (Wicked Witch), Schuyler Midgett (Sugar Plum Fairy, Gingy, Teen Fiona), Lyonel Reneau (Pig, Dragon Puppeteer), Adam Steiner (Papa Ogre, Big Bad Wolf, Knight), Chase Todd (Peter Pan, Dragon Puppeteer), Sarah Tranchina (Shoemaker's Elf, Dragon Puppeteer), Nadia Vynnytsky (Fairy Godmother), Ryan Everett Wood (Pig, Knight), Chris Woods (Pig, Knight), Luke Yellin (Knight).
Child Performers: Abigail S. Charneski (Young Shrek, Dwarf / Young Fiona), Nadia Jewel (Young Shrek, Dwarf / Young Fiona).
Understudies: Understudy for Shrek - Adam Steiner, Ryan Everett Wood. For Princess Fiona - Annie Fitch. For Donkey - Lyonel Reneau, Willie Dee. For Lord Farquaad - Ryan Everett Wood, Chris Woods. For Dragon - Susan Leilani Gearou. For Pinocchio - Chase Todd. For Teen Fiona - Sarah Tranchina, Lauren Devine.
Swings: Ian Frazier, Mara Gabrielle.
Dance Captain/Swing: Laura Smith. Assistant Dance Captain/Swing: Ryan Rubeck.
Second Non-Equity North American Tour [CLOSED]
- Opening Night: October 5, 2012
- Closing Night: April 7, 2013
- Opening Venue: Anchorage, AL. @ Atwood Concert Hall
- Closing Venue: Reno, NV @ Pioneer Center
Original Second Non-Equity North American Tour Cast
Principals
- Perry Sook as Shrek
- Whitney Winfield as Princess Fiona
- Jeremy Gaston as Donkey
- Christopher Marriner as Lord Farquaad
- Courtney Daniels as Dragon
- Tony Johnson as Pinocchio
Ensemble: Matty Burns (Peter Pan, Dragon Puppeteer), Courtney Daniels (Mama Ogre, Mama Bear), Susan Leilani Gearou (Wicked Witch), Francesca Granell (Baby Bear), Tony Johnson (Knight), Jennifer Margulis (Shoemaker's Elf), Alison McCartan (Fairy Godmother), Michael McCrary (Pig, Dragon Puppeteer), Schuyler Midgett (Sugar Plum Fairy, Gingy, Teen Fiona), Tiffani Robbins (Ugly Duckling, Dragon Puppeteer), Robert Teasdale (Big Bad Wolf, Knight), Kristopher Stanley Ward (Papa Bear, Dragon Puppeteer), Andy White (Pig, Knight), Jeffrey Zicker (Papa Ogre, Pig, Knight).
Child Performers: Katie Tompkins (Young Shrek, Dwarf), Maggie Tompkins (Young Fiona).
Understudies: Understudy for Shrek - Andy White, Jeffrey Zicker. For Princess Fiona - Francesca Granell, Alison McCartan. For Donkey - Matty Burns, Kristopher Stanley Ward. For Lord Farquaad - Robert Teasdale, Jeffrey Zicker. For Dragon - Susan Leilani Gearou, Alison McCartan. For Pinocchio - Micah Cowher, Brody Karn. For Teen Fiona - Megan Elyse Fulmer, Jennifer Margulis.
Swings: Micah Cowher (White Rabbit), Megan Elyse Fulmer (Mad Hatter), Brody Karn (Wizard).
Dance Captain: Susan Leilani Gearou. Assistant Dance Captain: Tiffani Robbins.
Final Second Non-Equity North American Tour Cast
Principals
- Perry Sook as Shrek
- Whitney Winfield as Princess Fiona
- Jeremy Gaston as Donkey
- Christian Marriner as Lord Farquaad
- Courtney Daniels as Dragon
- Tony Johnson as Pinocchio
Ensemble: Courtney Daniels (Mama Ogre, Mama Bear), Susan Leilani Gearou (Wicked Witch), Francesca Granell (Baby Bear), Tony Johnson (Knight), Jennifer Margulis (Shoemaker's Elf), Alison McCartan (Fairy Godmother, Dragon Puppeteer), Michael McCrary (Pig, Dragon Puppeteer), Schuyler Midgett (Sugar Plum Fairy, Gingy), Tiffani Robbins (Ugly Duckling, Dragon Puppeteer), Robert Teasdale (Big Bad Wolf, Knight), Chase Todd (Peter Pan), Kristopher Stanley Ward (Papa Bear, Dragon Puppeteer), Andy White (Pig, Knight), Jeffrey Zicker (Papa Ogre, Pig, Knight).
Child Performers: Katie Tompkins (Young Shrek, Dwarf), Maggie Tompkins (Young Fiona).
Understudies: Understudy for Shrek - Andy White, Jeffrey Zicker. For Princess Fiona - Francesca Granell, Alison McCartan. For Donkey - Chase Todd, Kristopher Stanley Ward. For Lord Farquaad - Robert Teasdale, Jeffrey Zicker. For Dragon - Susan Leilani Gearou, Alison McCartan, Schuyler Midgett. For Pinocchio - Micah Cowher, Brody Karn. For Teen Fiona - Megan Elyse Fulmer, Jennifer Margulis.
Swings: Micah Cowher (White Rabbit), Megan Elyse Fulmer (Mad Hatter), Brody Karn (Wizard).
Dance Captain: Susan Leilani Gearou. Assistant Dance Captain: Tiffani Robbins.
Second Non-Equity North American Tour Cast Replacement History
- Chase Todd replaced Matty Burns as Peter Pan on November 13, 2012.
- Alison McCartan replaced Matty Burns as a Dragon Puppeteer on November 13, 2012.
Second Non-Equity North American Tour Understudy Replacement History
- Chase Todd replaced Matty Burns as the first understudy for Donkey on November 13, 2012.
Filmed Broadway DVD
- Filmed: 2009
- Release Date: October 15, 2013 (US), December 2, 2013 (UK)
Filmed Broadway DVD Cast
Principals
- Brian d'Arcy James as Shrek
- Sutton Foster as Princess Fiona
- Christopher Sieber as Lord Farquaad
- Daniel Breaker as Donkey
- John Tartaglia as Pinocchio, The Magic Mirror, Dragon Puppeteer
Ensemble: Haven Burton (Sugar Plum Fairy, Gingy, Dragonette), Bobby Daye (Sticks, Bishop), Ryan Duncan (Bricks), Sarah Jane Everman (Ugly Duckling, Blind Mouse), Colleen Hawks (Fairy Godmother, Bluebird), Lisa Ho (Baby Bear, Blind Mouse), Chris Hoch (Big Bad Wolf, Captain of the Guard), Marty Lawson (Guard), Jacob Ming-Trent (Papa Ogre, Straw), Denny Paschall (Peter Pan), Noah Rivera (White Rabbit), Jennifer Simard (Wicked Witch), Rachel Stern (Mama Ogre, Tweedle Dum, Dragonette), Dennis Stowe (Papa Bear, Thelonius), David F.M. Vaughn (Mad Hatter, Pied Piper), Aymee Garcia (Mama Bear, Dragonette), Kristen Wyatt (Shoemaker's Elf, Blind Mouse).
Additional Ensemble For "What's Up, Duloc?": Jennifer Cody, Justin Greer, Carolyn Ockert-Haythe, Heather Jane Rolff, Danette Holden.
Child Performers: Tessa Albertson (Teen Fiona, "I'm a Believer"), Rozi Baker (Young Fiona, "Opening & I'm a Believer"), Maya Goldman (Young Shrek, Dwarf), Leah Greenhaus (Young Fiona, "I Know It's Today"), Marissa O'Donnell (Teen Fiona, "I Know It's Today").
First UK & Ireland Tour
- First Preview: July 23, 2014
- Opening Night: July 30, 2014
- Closing Night: 2016
- Opening Venue: Grand Theatre, Leeds
- Closing Venue: TBA
Original UK/IRE Tour Cast
Principals
- Dean Chisnall as Shrek
- Faye Brookes as Princess Fiona
- Gerard Carey as Lord Farquaad
- Idriss Kargbo as Donkey
- Candace Furbert as Dragon
- Will Haswell as Pinocchio
Ensemble: Bronté Barbé (Little Red Riding Hood, Blind Mouse), Nikki Bentley (Gingy, Sugar Plum Fairy), Jennifer Caldwell (Queen Lillian, Wicked Witch, Blind Mouse), Candace Furbert (Fairy Godmother), Steffan Harri (Pig, Walter, Knight), Will Haswell (Dragon Puppeteer), Mia Lincoln (Ugly Duckling, Blind Mouse), Rory Maguire (Peter Pan, Dragon Puppeteer), Neil Moors (King Harold, Big Bad Wolf, Thelonius, Knight), Jenny O’Leary (Mama Ogre, Mama Bear), Georgina Parkinson (Baby Bear, Teen Fiona), Ryan Reid (Pig, Dragon Puppeteer), Leo Roberts (Papa Ogre, Papa Bear, Knight), James Winter (Swamp Guard, Knight, Pied Piper), Kevin Yates (Pig, Dragon Puppeteer).
Child Performers: Four local young actresses alternate in the roles of Young Fiona and Young Shrek/Dwarf at each venue.
Understudies: Understudy for Shrek - Leo Roberts, Neil Moors, James Winter. For Princess Fiona - Nikki Bentley, Jennifer Caldwell. For Lord Farquaad - Steffan Harri, Neil Moors. For Donkey - Ryan Reid, Kevin Yates. For Dragon - Kerry Winter, Jenny O'Leary. For Pinocchio - Rory Maguire, Oliver Tester. For Teen Fiona - Bronté Barbé, Mia Lincoln.
Swings: James Lacey (Mad Hatter), Jacqui Sanchez (Golden Goose), Oliver Tester (White Rabbit), Kerry Winter (Tooth Fairy).
Dance Captain/Puppet Captain: Jacqui Sanchez.
Assistant Dance Captain: James Lacey
First Germany/Switzerland/Austria Tour
- First Preview: October 14, 2014
- Opening Night: October 19, 2014
- Closing Night: 2015
- Opening Venue: Capitol Theater, Düsseldorf
- Closing Venue: Stadthalle, Wien/Vienna
Original Germany/Switzerland/Austria Tour Cast
Principals
- Andreas Lichtenberger as Shrek
- Bettina Mönch as Princess Fiona
- Carsten Lepper as Lord Farquaad
- Andreas Wolfram as Donkey
- Jessica Kessler as Little Red Riding Hood/Gingy
- Stephan Luethy as Pinocchio
- Deborah Woodson as Dragon
Ensemble: Anna Carina Buchegger (Max, Blind Mouse), Benjamin Eberling (Papa Ogre, Papa Bear, Dragon Puppeteer), Nils Haberstroh (Frog Prince), David Hardenberg (Slovenly Peter), Marja Hennicke (Mother Hulda), Tobias Joch (Peter Pan, Dragon Puppeteer), Sybille Lambrich (Moritz, Blind Mouse), Maickel Leijenhorst (Pig), Sanne Mieloo (Queen Lillian, Wicked Witch), Oliver Morschel (King Harold, Big Bad Wolf, Thelonius, Dragon Puppeteer), Taryn Nelson (Ugly Duckling, Blind Mouse), Eric Rentmeister (Swamp Guard, Pied Piper, Bishop), Jakob Semotan (Pig), Anne-Marijn Smulders (Mama Ogre, Mama Bear), Céline Vogt (Baby Bear, Teen Fiona), Tobias Weis (Pig, Dragon Puppeteer).
Child Performers: Five local young actors and actresses alternate in the roles of Young Fiona and Young Shrek/Dwarf at each venue.
Standbys: Standby for Shrek - Frank Winkels. For Princess Fiona - Jessica Kessler. For Lord Farquaad - Frank Winkels, Paul Kribbe.
Understudies: Understudy for Shrek - Benjamin Eberling, Tobias Weis. For Princess Fiona - Sybille Lambrich, Denise Jastraunig. For Lord Farquaad - Eric Rentmeister. For Donkey - Maickel Leijenhorst, Manuel Lopez. For Little Red Riding Hood/Gingy - Denise Jastraunig, Taryn Nelson. For Pinocchio - Nils Haberstroh, David Hardenberg. For Teen Fiona - Anna Carina Buchegger, Denise Jastraunig.
Swings: Denise Jastraunig (Fairy Godmother), Lisa Kolada (Rapunzel), Manuel Lopez(Aladdin), Timo Radünz (Valiant Little Tailor), Heidy Suter (Sugar Plum Fairy), Nigel Watson (White Rabbit).
Dance Captain: Nigel Watson.
References
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