June 18, 2009
Ask a Star: Brian d'Arcy James
To borrow a line from Shrek, Brian d’Arcy James is like an onion. He has layers. Currently, he’s belching and tooting up a storm as everybody’s favorite flatulent ogre. The handsome baritone beneath Broadway’s heaviest makeup answers your burning questions on Broadway.com's video feature.
Click here to watch the video.
June 8, 2009
'SHREK' Wins Tony for Best Costume Design
The 2009 Tony Awards were held last night at Radio City Music Hall. SHREK THE MUSICAL's Tim Hatley was honored with an award for Best Costume Design!
Click here for a list of winners.
June 4, 2009
Gingy Tweets From the Red Carpet!
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May 29, 2009
Sutton Foster Wins 2009 Broadway.com Audience Award
The fans have spoken: SHREK THE MUSICAL's Sutton Foster won this year's Broadway.com Audience Award for Favorite Diva Performance!
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May 18, 2009
Brian d'Arcy James and Tim Hatley Honored With Drama Desk Awards
The 54th Annual Drama Desk Awards were held last night in the LaGuardia Concert Hall at Lincoln Center. Brian d’Arcy James received an award for Outstanding Actor in a Musical and Tim Hatley won for both Outstanding Set AND Costume Design.
Click here for a list of winners.
May 11, 2009
'SHREK' WINS 4 OUTER CRITICS CIRCLE AWARDS
Winners of the 59th annual Outer Critics Circle Awards — which honor the best in Broadway and Off-Broadway theatre — were announced May 11. SHREK THE MUSICAL won four awards:
Outstanding Actor in a Musical
Brian d'Arcy James
Outstanding Actress in a Musical
Sutton Foster
Outstanding Set Design
Tim Hatley
Outstanding Costume Design
Tim Hatley
Click here for a list of winners.
May 5, 2009
'SHREK' Gets 8 Tony Award® Nominations
The 63rd Annual Tony Award Nominations were announced this morning. SHREK THE MUSICAL earned the following nominations:
Best Musical
Best Book of a Musical - David Lindsay-Abaire
Best Original Score - Jeanine Tesori & David Lindsay-Abaire
Best Actor - Brian d’Arcy James
Best Actress - Sutton Foster
Best Featured Actor - Christopher Sieber
Best Costume Design - Tim Hatley
Best Orchestrations - Danny Troob and John Clancy
Click here for a complete list of nominees.
April 26, 2009
12 Drama Desk Award Nominations for 'SHREK'
The 2009 Drama Desk Award nominations were announced on April 27 at the New York Friars Club. Shrek The Musical earned 12 nominations, including Best Musical!
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April 24, 2009
'SHREK THE MUSICAL' to Launch National Tour in 2010
SHREK THE MUSICAL will launch its national tour in June 2010 at the Ford Center for the Performing Arts' Oriental Theatre in Chicago.
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April 21, 2009
'SHREK' Receives 3 Drama League Award Nominations
Nominees for the 2009 Drama League Awards, which will be held May 15 at the Marriott Marquis Hotel, were announced April 21. SHREK THE MUSICAL received the following nominations:
Distinguished Production of a Musical
Distinguished Performance - Sutton Foster
Distinguished Performance - Christopher Sieber
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April 20, 2009
'SHREK' Earns 10 Outer Critics Circle Award Nominations
The 59th Annual Outer Critics Circle Award nominations were announced April 20. SHREK THE MUSICAL and BILLY ELLIOT both earned the most with ten nominations each, including Best Musical.
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March 26, 2009
Photo Coverage: CD Release at Borders
The stars of the new hit Broadway show SHREK THE MUSICAL; Brian D'Arcy James (Shrek), Sutton Foster (Fiona), Christopher Sieber (Lord Farquaad) and Daniel Breaker (Donkey); appeared at Border's at Time Warner Center on Tuesday, March 25th to sign copies of the new original Broadway cast album.
Click here to see photos from the event.
March 9, 2009
'SHREK' Company to Sign Cast Album at Columbus Circle Borders
Shrek stars Tony nominee James (Shrek) and Tony-winning actress Foster (Fiona) will join Shrek costars Daniel Breaker (Donkey), Christopher Sieber (Lord Farquaad) and John Tartaglia (Pinocchio) will celebrate the release of the original cast recording of that new Broadway musical March 25 at the Columbus Circle Borders.
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March 3, 2009
Track Listing Announced for 'SHREK THE MUSICAL' CD
The track list has been announced for the original cast recording of SHREK THE MUSICAL, which arrives in stores March 24 on the Decca Broadway label.
"Overture"/"Big Bright Beautiful World"
"Story of My Life"
"Don't Let Me Go"
"I Know It's Today"
"What's Up, Duloc?"
"Travel Song"
"Donkey Pot Pie"
"This is How a Dream Comes True"
"Who I'd Be"
"Morning Person"
"I Think I Got You Beat"
"The Ballad of Farquaad"
"Make a Move"
"When Words Fail"
"Morning Person" (reprise)
"Build a Wall"
"Freak Flag"
"Big Bright Beautiful World" (reprise)
"This is Our Story"
"More To the Story" (Bonus track available on iTunes only)
Click here to pre-order your copy of the album.
March 3, 2009
'SHREK' to Offer Actors Fund Performance in March
SHREK THE MUSICAL, which features Broadway favorite Brian D'Arcy James as the lovable green ogre, will offer a special performance to benefit the Actors Fund of America March 15.
The 8 PM performance of the Jeanine Tesori-David Lindsay-Abaire musical will benefit the non-profit organization.
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February 23, 2009
Original Cast Recording of 'SHREK THE MUSICAL' Due in March
The original cast recording of SHREK THE MUSICAL will arrive in stores in March. A bonus track featuring Sutton Foster will be available exclusively on iTunes.
Decca Broadway will release the original Broadway cast recording March 24. The Jeanine Tesori-David Lindsay-Abaire score was recorded at Legacy Studios in Manhattan Jan. 12.
Click here to read more.
Click here to pre-order your copy of the album.
February 18, 2009
'SHREK THE MUSICAL' on ABC's "The View"
Brian D'Arcy James and Sutton Foster perform their show-stopper "I Think I Got You Beat" and then join the full company to sing and wave their "Freak Flag!"
Click here to watch the video.
February 17, 2009
Sutton Foster Releases Solo CD "Wish" Feb. 17
Tony Award winner Sutton Foster, currently starring in SHREK THE MUSICAL at the Broadway Theatre, releases her debut solo recording Feb. 17 on the Ghostlight Records label. Entitled "Wish," the 15-track CD was produced by Joel Moss and co-produced by Michael Rafter. Executive producers are Kurt Deutsch and actress-singer Foster, whose original artwork is featured in the CD package.
Click here to listen to some tracks and purchase the album.
February 11, 2009
First Person – Christopher Sieber: "Yes, My Knees Are Fine...Thanks for Asking"
Since debuting opposite Betty Buckley in 1997’s Triumph of Love, Christopher Sieber has carved a wide swath on Broadway, equally adept at playing the dashing prince as he is the comic sidekick and earning a Tony Award nomination in 2005 for his performance in Spamalot. Taking on a regally hammy role like Lord Farquaad in SHREK THE MUSICAL might’ve seen like easy money for Sieber.
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February 8, 2009
Brian D’Arcy James and Daniel Breaker interviews on WCBS2
Click here to watch a behind-the-scenes interview with Brian D’Arcy James and Daniel Breaker about their roles in SHREK THE MUSICAL.
JANUARY 24, 2009
Brian D'Arcy James Featured on NBC's "Weekend Today"
Brian D’Arcy James (Shrek) performed the song “Who I’d Be” on NBC's "Weekend Today."
Click here to watch the video.
JANUARY 12, 2009
'SHREK' Company Records Original Cast Album Jan. 12; CD Due in March
The cast ofSHREK THE MUSICAL headed into Legacy Studios in Manhattan Jan. 12 to record their original cast album featuring a brand new score with lyrics by David Lindsay-Abaire and music by Jeanine Tesori.
Click here to see photos of Brian D'Arcy James, Sutton Foster, Christopher Sieber, Daniel Breaker and John Tartaglia in the studio.
December 26, 2008
Swamp Creatures Step Out
One recent evening, Shrek was eating “s’nothers“ (the ogre’s version of s’mores made with squirrel gizzards) with Princess Fiona onstage at the Broadway Theater, where SHREK THE MUSICALis playing. S’nothers, it turns out, are not that filling, because later on, Brian D’Arcy James (the man beneath the green makeup) and Daniel Breaker, who plays Donkey, went for a midnight, um, snack.
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December 15, 2008
Photo Slide Shows & Features
Newsday went backstage to capture the cast and crew as they prepared for the start of another performance at the Broadway Theatre.
Click here to see Newsday's backstage photo slideshow.
The Daily News followed Tony nominee Daniel Breaker through his pre-show preparation for the role of Donkey.
Click here to see The Daily News' photo and audio features with Daniel Breaker.
December 15, 2008
Photo Coverage: 'SHREK THE MUSICAL' Opening Night Curtain Call
The big green musical celebrated in full Broadway style and Broadway World's cameras were there to bring you all the 'swamp-filled' fun!
Click here to see photos from the curtain call.
Click here to see photos of the opening night arrivals.
Click here to see photos from the party.
December 9, 2008
'SHREK THE MUSICAL' Featured on NBC's "The Today Show"
On December 8, SHREK THE MUSICAL was featured on NBC’s “The Today Show” in a behind-the-scenes piece with Meredith Vieira, actors Brian D’Arcy James and John Tartaglia, and director Jason Moore.
On December 9, Sutton Foster, Marissa O’Donnell and Leah Greenhaus performed “I Know It’s Today”.
Click here to watch the videos.
November 20, 2008
Photo Op: Sutton Foster's Transformation into Princess Fiona
Click here to see Sutton Foster's transformation into Shrek's Princess Fiona.
November 7, 2008
Broadwayworld.com Introduces Shrekster and Gets a Make-Ogre
The new SHREKSTER social network for theatre fans was launched on Friday, November 7th by taking over the homepage of BroadwayWorld.com.
SHREKSTER is an online social network where theatre fans can:
* CONNECT with and learn about friends and other cool “characters”
* CREATE a photo profile with full privacy control
* INTERACT with other theatre fans from Far, Far Away
* JOIN and create friend groups and take fun quizzes
And becoming a member is as FREE as WISHING ON A STAR or EATING SOMEONE ELSE’S PORRIDGE!
All you need to join is an email address and a password.
Click here to join now.
October 14, 2008
Meet the Broadway Stars of 'SHREK THE MUSICAL'
Click here to watch the Broadway.com video.
September 30, 2008
Broadway Cast Announced
DreamWorks Theatricals and Neal Street Productions, Ltd. are pleased to announce thatSHREK THE MUSICAL will open at the Broadway Theatre (1681 Broadway @ 53rd St) on Sunday, December 14, 2008. Preview performances begin on Saturday, November 8, 2008.
SHREK THE MUSICAL stars Tony Award nominee Brian D'Arcy James as Shrek, Tony Award winner Sutton Foster as Princess Fiona, Tony Award nominee Christopher Sieber as Lord Farquaad, Tony Award nominee John Tartaglia as Pinocchio and Tony Award nominee Daniel Breaker as Donkey.
Joining these actors are Cameron Adams, Haven Burton, Jennifer Cody, Bobby Daye, Ryan Duncan, Sarah Jane Everman, Aymee Garcia, Leah Greenhaus, Justin Greer, Lisa Ho, Chris Hoch, Danette Holden, Marty Lawson, Jacob Ming-Trent, Carolyn Ockert-Haythe, Marissa O’Donnell, Denny Paschall,Rachel Resheff, Greg Reuter, Adam Riegler, Noah Rivera, Heather Jane Rolff, Jennifer Simard, Rachel Stern, Dennis Stowe, David F.M. Vaughn.
September 29, 2008
Box Office Opens Today!
Tickets for SHREK THE MUSICAL on Broadway can now also be purchased at the Broadway Theatre box office at 1681 Broadway, between West 52nd and 53rd Streets.
Box office hours: Mon-Sat: 10am-8pm; beginning Nov. 9: Sun: Noon-6pm
Or click here for tickets!
September 11, 2008
Seattle Reviews
Read the latest reviews from SHREK THE MUSICAL's run at Seattle's 5th Avenue Theatre.
Click here to read The Tacoma News Tribune Review.
Click here to read The Seattle Times Review.
September 5, 2008
An Ogre's Tale
The New York Times
Photos of SHREK THE MUSICAL, which is set to open on Broadway in December.
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August 12, 2008
'SHREK' Role Turns Stage Actor into an Ogre
By Elysa Gardner
USA Today
It's not easy being green, especially when you're swathed in makeup and saddled with prosthetics.
Actor Brian D'Arcy James figures it took him about 2 hours and 15 minutes to make his first transformation into the title character of SHREK THE MUSICAL.
Click here to read more.
August 10, 2008
The Man Behind 'SHREK'
By Misha Berson
The Seattle Times
When he sketched out the outsize stocky body of Shrek, in his book of the same title, the late William Steig never imagined his charming tale about a benign, swamp-dwelling ogre would become a phenomenon.
Click here to read more.
August 10, 2008
'SHREK' Reaches a New Stage
By Misha Berson
The Seattle Times
With a magical set and costume design by Tim Hatley, the stage production draws inspiration from the classic William Steig book "Shrek!" and from Shrek, the 2001 DreamWorks film.
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JUNE 11, 2008
It's a Big Bright Beautiful... Day for an On Sale! 'SHREK THE MUSICAL' Goes On Sale in Seattle This Friday, June 13 at 9:30 AM
SEATTLE - DreamWorks Theatricals and Neal Street Productions Ltd. are pleased to announce that tickets for the Pre-Broadway engagement of SHREK THE MUSICAL at The 5th Avenue Theatre will go on sale this Friday, June 13 at 9:30 a.m.
The 5th Avenue Theatre invites you to come to the swamp early Friday morning - the first 100 people in line at the theater box office will receive their very own Shrek ears. The 5th Avenue will serve green tea and green Top Pot Doughnuts from 9:30 to 10:30 a.m.
Don't miss this first public opportunity to get tickets to see the most beloved swamp-dwelling ogre of all time as he makes his theatrical debut this summer in Seattle before heading to Broadway. SHREK THE MUSICAL will play The 5th Avenue Theatre August 14 - September 21, and is the exclusive engagement prior to the Broadway debut in December. Tickets are also available by calling 206-625-1900 (toll free 888-5TH-4TIX), or online at www.5thavenue.org.
May 1, 2008
David Lindsay-Abaire wins 18th Annual Kleban Award for Most Promising Musical Theater Lyricist
On behalf of the Edward Kleban Foundation, New Dramatists has announced that Pulitzer Prize® winner David Lindsay-Abaire has received the 18th Annual Kleban Award for most promising musical theater lyricist. He will be presented with the award at a private reception on Wednesday, June 4, 2008.
The Kleban Foundation was established in 1988 under the will of Edward L. Kleban, best known as the Tony and Pulitzer Prize award winner for the musical A Chorus Line. The will made a provision for two annual Awards, each in the amount of $100,000 payable over two years, to be given to the most promising librettist and lyricist in American Musical Theater.
Once upon a time in a land not so far, far away a new musical began its journey to Broadway.
DreamWorks Theatricals and Neal Street Productions, Ltd. have announced that SHREK THE MUSICAL will play an exclusive world premiere engagement at The 5th Avenue Theatre in Seattle, August 14th to September 21st.
SHREK THE MUSICAL is an entirely new musical based on the story and characters from William Steig's book "Shrek!", as well as the DreamWorks Animation film Shrek, the first chapter of the Shrek movie series.
SHREK THE MUSICAL features a book and lyrics by Pulitzer Prize winner, David Lindsay-Abaire (Rabbit Hole), music by Jeanine Tesori (Olivier Award-winner for Caroline, or Change and three-time Tony Award nominee), and is directed by Jason Moore, who staged the Tony Award-winning Best Musical, Avenue Q.
SHREK THE MUSICAL is DreamWorks Animatio's first venture in legitimate theater. The production was initiated by Jeffrey Katzenberg, Chief Executive Officer of DreamWorks Animation, and Sam Mendes, who has a long-term relationship with DreamWorks. Mendes, a big fan of the first Shrek film, suggested the idea of creating a musical to DreamWorks' Jeffrey Katzenberg around the time the second film was in production. The musical is being produced by DreamWorks Theatricals (Bill Damaschke, President) and Neal Street Productions, Ltd (principals Sam Mendes and Caro Newling).
Other members of theSHREK THE MUSICAL creative team include Tony Award-winning set and costume designer, Tim Hatley (Monty Python's Spamalot, Private Lives, among others) and three-time Olivier Award-winning lighting designer, Hugh Vanstone, whose Broadway credits include Monty Python's Spamalot, Bombay Dreams, The Blue Room and Art.
The choreography is by newcomer Josh Prince, and Tim Weil (Rent) is serving as music director.
SHREK THE MUSICAL is based on a popular 1990 book by William Steig. The characters of Shrek, Donkey and Fiona, and the other inhabitants of "Far, Far Away" have been featured in three major animated films and a popular television special to date. The first Shrek feature film hit theaters in the summer of 2001, and went on to win the first-ever Academy Award ® for Best Animated Feature. The 2004 sequel, Shrek 2, remains the third highest grossing movie of all time and highest grossing animated film of all time. The latest chapter of the Shrek story, Shrek the Third, is the 2nd highest grossing film of 2007. "Shrek the Halls", the recent ABC television special, was one of the most watched TV programs of 2007.
