With Farquaad dead, Shrek and Fiona admit their love for each other and share true love's first kiss. Additional credits under UTG's DreamWorks Theatricals banner include Shrek The Musical and the hit West End production of The Prince of Egypt. [190], In April 2022, it was announced the film would be released in two parts, on Christmas Day in 2024 and 2025. She was seen as a fairy tale creature banished to Shreks swamp. Shrek transferred to Broadway shortly after, opening at the Broadway Theatre on December 14, following a month of previews. Wicked Witch | Shrek the Musical Wiki | Fandom Back at the Emerald City, Glinda confronts the Wizard with Elphaba's bottle, which he recognizes as his own; he was Elphaba's biological father and the cause of her green skin. Passionate people providing musical theatre at its very best. Todd Buonopane was originally cast in the role of Lord Farquaad, but was replaced by Vaughn before opening. [51] The cast included Ana Gasteyer as Elphaba, Kate Reinders as Glinda, Rondi Reed as Madame Morrible, Kristoffer Cusick as Fiyero, Telly Leung as Boq, Heidi Kettenring as Nessarose and Gene Weygandt as the Wizard. Donkey and Shrek remain awake, with Donkey asking Shrek who he would be, if he did not have to be an ogre anymore. In this orchestration, the first reed doubles on piccolo, flute, and recorder. . The story centers on Elphaba, a misunderstood, smart, and fiery girl with emerald-green skin, who grows up to become the notorious Wicked Witch of the West and Galinda, the beautiful, blonde, popular girl who grows up to become Glinda the Good Witch of the South. Northen. The next day, Princess Fiona rises early and sings with a bluebird and dances with a deer (before making the bird explode and throwing the deer off a cliff). Duloc (formerly) Hurt by her presumed opinion, Shrek storms off. Shrek The Musical Jr. By. Meanwhile, Dorothy's friend, Fiyero (now a scarecrow) comes to the spot where Elphaba melted. FIONA I canu0019 t. (FIONA rushes off.) [Fairytale Creatures] Story of my life. Wicked Witch - Guy B. Brown Music After a two-week delay due to the Queensland floods, performances began January 25, 2011, and ran until April 2. "Big Bright Beautiful World" Mama Ogre, Papa Ogre, Queen Lillian, King Harold, Shrek, Happy People/Angry Mob, "Story Of My Life" Pinocchio, Elf, Peter Pan, Ugly Duckling, Sugar Plum Fairy, Three Pigs, Wicked Witch, Mama Bear, Elf, Big Bad Wolf, Humpty Dumpty, Fairytale Creatures, "Story Of My Life (Tag)" Elf, Ugly Duckling, Pinocchio, Big Bad Wolf, Fairytale Creatures, "The Goodbye Song" Baby Bear, Fairytale Creatures, "Make A Move (Tag)" Donkey, Three Blind Mice, "Freak Flag" Gingy, Sugar Plum Fairy, Pinocchio, Three Pigs, Ugly Duckling, Papa Bear, Fairy Godmother, Wicked Witch, Big Bad Wolf, Humpty Dumpty, Mama Bear, Fairytale Creatures, "Finale: This Is Our Story" Fiona, Shrek, Donkey, Mama Bear, Pinocchio, Gingy, Fairytale Creatures, This page was last edited on 26 February 2023, at 03:06. [163] The Melbourne production broke Australian box-office records, selling 24,750 tickets in three hours during pre-sales and grossing over $1.3million on the first business day after its official opening. The Broadway production closed on January 3, 2010, after 441 performances and 37 previews. [1][169] Wicked celebrated its 1,000th performance on Broadway on March 23, 2006. Elphaba returns to the Emerald City to free the monkey servants and encounters the Wizard. a few scenes earlier. The official opening took place on November 6. He embarks on a journey to rid his land of fairytale creatures and, along the way, falls in love with Fiona. Her Wicked journey started in Germany, where she performed in Stuttgart from 2007 to 2010. They decide to attend a party at the Ozdust Ballroom that evening. 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Earlier that year, the creators recruited New York producer Stone, who began planning the Broadway production. Then Farquaad arrives to claim Fiona and tells Shrek he has cleared the swamp of the Fairytale Creatures, and now belongs to Shrek again. -. Renamed Wicked: Die Hexen von Oz (Wicked: The Witches of Oz), the German production of Wicked began previews on November 1, 2007 and opened on November 15, at the Palladium Theater in Stuttgart. [31] A cast change for the tour took place July 8, 2015, with ensemble member Bront Barb taking over the role of Princess Fiona from Brookes. and mocking her tragic childhood circumstances. Just know things are going great. [36] The recording received the Grammy Award for Best Musical Show Album in 2005[37] and was certified platinum by the RIAA on November 30, 2006. Gregory Maguire's acclaimed 1995 novel, 'Wicked: The Life and Times of the Wicked Witch of the West', re-imagines the Land of Oz, creating a parallel universe to the familiar story written by L. Frank Baum and first published as 'The Wonderful Wizard of Oz' in 1900. "[128][130], International productions have opened to different critical receptions. He reluctantly agrees to marry Glinda. [70] It resumed performances on September 15, 2021, in time for the production's 15th anniversary. A two-part film adaptation, directed by Jon M. Chu starring Cynthia Erivo as Elphaba, Ariana Grande as Glinda and Jonathan Bailey as Fiyero is currently in the works. Shrek the Musical Jr. - My Southborough The settings and costumes by Tim Hatley and the lighting by Hugh Vanstone are in the grand old tradition of being a treat to the eyes. "[153] In addition, over 2.2 million saw the touring production in its first two years, which grossed over $155 million[154] The Los Angeles production grossed over $145 million and was seen by more than 1.8 million patrons. Fiona's curse is broken, and she takes her true form: an ogress. I feel confident that by the time the movie is made, if we all continue to have the same degree of input, I could have a conversation with anyone who has a question about any of the changes made from the stage show and justify why I think its better for the movie. The Broadway tour is currently led by McCourt and long-running ensemble member, Lindsay K. [93] The cast then moved on to the Main Theater of the Cultural Center of the Philippines in Manila on a limited run from January 22[94] through March 9, 2014 after having been extended from its original closing date.[95]. Unfortunately, because of copyright restrictions, we cannot sell to persons in your country. The show started previews in Seoul's Blue Square Theater 3 months later on February 12, 2021, which was the first Wicked performance after the Covid-19 shutdown. She flees the Wizard's chamber, and Morrible warns all of Oz that Elphaba is a "wicked witch." After crossing the rickety old bridge and arriving at the castle, Shrek sets off alone to rescue Fiona while Donkey encounters Dragon who initially wants to eat him, but then decides to spare him by keeping him for herself after Donkey manages to charm her ("Donkey Pot Pie"/"Forever"). The Broadway production of the show received a total of twelve Drama Desk Award and eight Tony Award nominations, including Best Musical and acting awards for d'Arcy James, Foster and Sieber. Wiegand, David (April 26, 2010). [20], A newly revised scaled down version, began performances in the West End at the Theatre Royal Drury Lane, on May 6, 2011. Donkey shows up attempting to seal off his half of the swamp with stone boulders, which Shrek rebuffs. They explain of their banishment from the Kingdom of Duloc, by order of the evil Lord Farquaad, who sentenced them into penal transportation for being freaks, under penalty of death if they ever return ("Story of my Life"). Following the out-of-town tryout in San Francisco in May and June 2003, which received mixed critical reception, the creative team made extensive changes before its transfer to Broadway. Sugar Plum Fairy | Shrek the Musical Wiki | Fandom Nigel Harman once again directed the tour which ran until January 2019. It then tours the UK and Ireland before flying into its final location at the Manchester Palace Theatre in Manchester on 3 December 2024 and concluding on 12 January 2025. Nessa thinks Boq will love her now, but he sees this as proof that she no longer needs him and wants to tell Glinda of his love for her before she marries Fiyero. In fact, everything about Shrek The Musical is in the grand old tradition a splendid musical comedy (with a meaningful message) for the entire family. At the time of the Wickeds 10th Anniversary on Broadway, the show announced it would return to Australia for a commemorative national tour, beginning in Melbourne on May 10, 2014. After dealing with the fact that Shrek broke his promise to them, however, Gingy rants that Farquaad's treatment of them is intolerable; just because they are freaks does not mean they deserve to be hated, so he rallies most of the other fairytale creatures into staging a coup d'tat against Farquaad's rule. He knocks on the floor; Elphaba steps out from a trap door, apparently having faked her death, and they embrace. [15] In its first year, it grossed more than $56 million. In Oz, the citizens are celebrating the death of Elphaba, the Wicked Witch of the West. The original London cast recorded a single of "I'm a Believer" for promotional purposes. Cast & Creative | Wicked The Musical - London [16] The tour played its final performance at the Pantages Theatre in Los Angeles on July 31, 2011, ahead of a non-equity tour in September.[17]. He praises Sutton Foster as "an inspired, take-charge musical comedian. Ms. Foster manages both to make fun of and exult in classical musical-comedy moves while creating a real, full character at the same time. Also, it keeps the song "Donkey Pot Pie" instead of the replacement, "Forever." [99] At the time of the show's 20th anniversary on Broadway, Wicked will return to Australia in 2023 with an exclusive season in at the Sydney Lyric Theatre in August. The original touring cast featured Eric Petersen as Shrek, Haven Burton as Princess Fiona, Alan Mingo Jr. as Donkey, and David F.M. Story of My Life Lyrics - Shrek musical - Musical Lyrics The majority of critics have appreciated the spectacle of the lavish production, and the "powerhouse" performances of actors in the roles of the two witches. Widget Area 2. Speaking to The Arizona Republic in 2006, Schwartz commented, "What can I say? (Reprise)" Lord Farquaad, Duloc Performers, "Donkey Pot Pie" Dragon, Donkey, Knights, "This Is How A Dream Comes True" Fiona, Dragon, "The Ballad Of Farquaad" Lord Farquaad, Guards, "The Arrival Of Farquaad" Lord Farquaad, "Freak Flag" Gingy, Mama Bear, Pinocchio, Three Pigs, Humpty Dumpty, Papa Bear, Elf, Wicked Witch, Mad Hatter, Big Bad Wolf, Fairytale Creatures, "Big Bright Beautiful World (Reprise)" Shrek, "Cathedral Sunset/Transformation" Crowd, "Finale" Fiona, Shrek, Donkey, Mama Bear, Pinocchio, Gingy, Fairytale Creatures. [203] For filming purposes, the Pantages Theatre in Los Angeles doubled for the Gershwin Theatre on Broadway in Ugly Betty[204] in an episode titled "Something Wicked This Way Comes" in which Betty, the show's protagonist, goes to see Wicked on a date and accidentally stops the show. Nessa, Fiyero, and Galinda see her off at the train station. Chenoweth made a pre-curtain speech before the grand reopening of the show. Something Bad Dancing Through Life Popular I'm Not That Girl One Short Day A Sentimental Man Defying Gravity Thank Goodness The Wicked . [110], In November 2015, the company "Time For Fun," a leading company in the entertainment market in Latin America, announced the adaptation of the musical in Brazil, that debuted in March 2016 at the Renault Theatre in So Paulo. Begins as a grumpy hermit, but reveals his layers and eventually becomes the hero. List of songs | Wicked Wiki | Fandom A condensed thirty-minute version of the musical played at Universal Studios Japan in Osaka, Japan. [166], In the week ending October 17, 2010, Wicked became only the third musical in Broadway history to exceed $500million in total gross. All of the songs featured on stage are present on the recording with the exception of "The Wizard and I (Reprise)," "A Sentimental Man (Reprise)" and "The Wicked Witch of the East." 14:30. [27], The London production of the show came to an end after 715 performances, on February 24, 2013. The short reprise of "No One Mourns the Wicked" that opens ActII is attached to the beginning of "Thank Goodness. Shrek the Musical | sets [10] In these developmental workshops, Kristin Chenoweth, the Tony Awardwinning actress whom Schwartz had in mind while composing the music for the character,[15] joined the project as Glinda. The principal characters, consisting of Shrek, Princess Fiona, Donkey, Lord Farquaad, the Dragon, Pinocchio, and Gingy, are all portrayed by Ben Mingay, Lucy Durack, Nat Jobe, Todd McKenney, Caleb Vines, Marcia Hines, and Manon Gunderson-Briggs respectively at the start of this tour.[34]. Rapper Drake and singer Mika both sampled the musical's song in their songs "Popular" and "Popular Song" respectively. Following on from 2017's sell-out season of SHREK the Musical Jr. and many other successful shows in the Musicals for Young People series, WICKED will be the Young Australian Broadway Chorus' most ambitious project to date, with a full orchestra, spectacular sets and costumes, and an extraordinary young cast. The cast included d'Arcy James as Shrek, Foster as Fiona, Sieber as Farquaad and Tartaglia as Pinocchio. Shrek and Donkey arrive in Duloc where Farquaad expresses his love for his kingdom, accompanied by his cheerful cookie-cut army of Duloc Dancers ("What's Up Duloc?"). [33], Wicked's international tour opened on July 13, 2016 at the Alhambra Theatre in Bradford, England. For the Broadway cast recording, see, Official poster of the original Broadway production, Australian productions have played at the, 1st, 2nd, & 3rd UK/Ireland National Tours (2013). Unfortunately, a bitter Pinocchio (remembering they are not allowed back to Duloc) who doesn't want his friends to get killed, suggests that they should just keep going and wait until everything gets better, all the while wishing to be a real boy. In 2017, Wicked surpassed The Phantom of the Opera as Broadway's second-highest grossing musical, trailing only The Lion King. The chord progression that he first penned in 1971 became a major theme of the show's orchestration. Original Production Directed by Jason Moore and Rob Ashford Music Direction by Sean Paxton Direction and Choreography by Valerie Rachelle The greatest fairy tale never told comes to life in Shrek The Musical, the award-winning Broadway musical comedy adventure based on the Oscar-winning film. A high definition filming of the Broadway production, shot by RadicalMedia, was released on DVD, Blu-ray and digital download on October 15, 2013 in North America and December 2, 2013 in the United Kingdom. There have been various international productions which are all non-replica's of the Broadway or West End staging. The show's massive sets and colorful costumes (both courtesy of Tim Hatley) are so visually eye-catching that they often distract from what's going on with the story and score. The villager who turns her in is rewarded twenty silver pieces by the Captain of the Guard. Wicked - A New Musical HD - Video Dailymotion Because of the color of her skin and . Back outside the Wizard's palace, Glinda informs the People of Oz that the Wicked Witch is dead and that she will earn her title as "Glinda the Good". Just then, the Fairytale Creatures storm into the wedding and protest their banishment. [10], While the draft followed Maguire's idea of retelling the story of the 1939 film from the perspective of its main villain, the storyline of the stage adaptation "goes far afield" from the novel. The #WickedMovie is really happening and I have 3 days of footage of prove it:) oh also JEFF GOLDBLUME IS THE WIZARD!!!! This was cut and "Build a Wall" was placed after "Morning Person (Reprise)". The first reed doubles on alto sax, clarinet, flute, and piccolo. Directed by Hans Berndtsson,[105] the cast includes Maria Ylip as Elphaba, with Tuukka Leppanen as Fiyero. Doors open 30 minutes prior to each performance. Although Schwartz rarely reuses motifs or melodies from earlier works, the first Elphaba's theme came from The Survival of St. Joan, on which he worked as musical director. [30] The final cast included Mathers (who had returned once Durack announced her pregnancy)[97][98] as Glinda, Steve Danielsen as Fiyero, Simon Gallaher as the Wizard, Edward Grey as Boq, Emily Cascarino as Nessarose, Glen Hogstrom as Doctor Dillamond and original cast members Rix as Elphaba and Kirkpatrick as Madame Morrible. Beginning with the first North American tour, a new song was written for Dragon, "Forever." Shrek the Musical (Broadway, Broadway Theatre, 2008) | Playbill [78] The show closed on September 2, 2011. Story Of My Life (Recording) File Size: In return for rescuing him, and offering his friendship, Donkey insists on tagging along to show Shrek the way to Duloc, to which he reluctantly agrees ("Don't Let Me Go"). [40], A German recording of the Stuttgart production was released on December 7, 2007, featuring a track listing and arrangements identical to those of the Broadway recording. In July 2010, it was reported that J. J. Abrams, James Mangold, Ryan Murphy, and Rob Marshall were under consideration to direct a potential film adaptation. Contents 1 BIOGRAPHY 2 APPEARANCE 3 POTRAYAL 4 TRIVIA BIOGRAPHY Sugar Plum Fairy was one of the Fairytale creatures who was evicted from the kingdom of Duloc by Lord Farquaad. Shrek the Musical (2013) - Full Cast & Crew - IMDb No One Mourns The Wicked Dear Old Shiz The Wizard and I What is This Feeling? The UK and Ireland tour began at the Grand Theatre, Leeds on July 23, 2014, before touring across the UK and Ireland. Along the way, Shrek rescues a talkative Donkey from some of Farquaad's guards.

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