SHREK THE MUSICAL JR.
5th - 8th June 2023
UWCSEA East Auditorium
6PM - 7.15PM
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Shrek The Musical JR. follows the adventures of an ogre named Shrek who sets off on a quest to save a princess from a dragon. However, it turns out that in order to ultimately succeed, Shrek must battle an even bigger obstacle: learning how to believe in himself and open his heart to others.
The family-friendly musical comedy is the story of an ogre named Shrek who has learned the hard way that “people hate the things they cannot understand.” For many years he has protected himself from the hurtful actions of those who are scared of him by living as a recluse in a cozy cesspit. One day, his peaceful swamp is disturbed by new tenants: fairytale misfits — including Pinocchio, the Ugly Duckling, the Wicked Witch, Peter Pan, the Three Pigs and the Big Bad Wolf — have been banished there by the villainous Lord Farquaad. In order to gain back his land, Shrek makes a deal with Farquaad to rescue the feisty princess Fiona from a tower guarded by a fierce dragon. Setting off with his faithful companion, Donkey, Shrek begins the journey of a lifetime filled with adventure, romance, and hilarity.
With music by Jeanine Tesori, book and lyrics by David Lindsay-Abaire, Shrek The Musical is based on the Oscar®-winning DreamWorks Animation film and the book Shrek by William Steig.
Watch this trailer to see a sneak peek of what you can expect by coming to catch the performance put up by our very own Middle School students and teachers!
Have you bought your tickets to our musical yet? Hear what some of our cast has to say about the upcoming shows!
Watch the Set Timelapse to get a glimpse of how a Set Design on paper turns into reality as it gets constructed and bumped in onto the stage!
DIRECTOR'S NOTE
Welcome to UWCSEA East Campus’ production of Shrek the Musical Jr. On the surface, Shrek seems a simple story about an ogre who goes on a journey to get his swamp back. But underneath is a story about being true to who you are and building relationships with the people who appreciate you most… with flatulence jokes. It seemed a fitting choice for UWCSEA East first Middle School Musical since 2014.
A musical is a huge undertaking at any time, but post covid and with the gap since the last musical, the collaboration, creativity and adaptability of the team have been amazing. Jamee’s gentle vocal instruction, Lauren’s patient choreography, Lorna’s invaluable institutional knowledge, Geoff and Heather’s wonderful support and Tony and Lee’s amazing work with the band have been greatly appreciated by a director attempting an ambitious musical as her first show in a new school. The wider team, Nadiah, Manuel, Shi Han, Thomas, Kaz, Allister and Theresa, all with impressive professional expertise, have shown patience and support throughout the process.
Lastly, a note about the cast. We have 61 performers, 4 students working backstage, and another 7 students playing in the band, including one very talented Grade 6 trumpet player. As a naturally hilarious bunch, they have brought energy and creativity to rehearsals, shown commitment and most importantly been instrumental in ‘finding the fun’. For many of these students this is their first performance at UWCSEA, and for others this is the first show they have ever been involved with. They have managed to sing, dance and act, often at the same time, which I assure you is no mean feat. They are a truly impressive group of individuals and I consider myself very lucky to have gone through this experience with them.
Thank you for supporting us in watching our show. I hope you enjoy the ‘Big Bright Beautiful World’ we have created.
Lizz Baker
MUSICAL NUMBERS
Big Bright Beautiful World
Story Of My Life
What's Up, Duloc?
I Know It's Today
Travel Song
Forever
This Is How A Dream Comes True
Morning Person
I Think I Got You Beat
Make A Move
Morning Person (Reprise)
Freak Flag
Big Bright Beautiful World (Reprise)
Finale
I'm A Believer
CAST LIST
Shrek - Ahana, Shivangi, Jack
Donkey - Ahaana, Ananya, Maegan
Fiona - Bea, Molly, Ishi
Lord Farquaad - Neil / Myrah
Dragon - Jia
Gingy - Aadi
Storyteller 1 - Tara
Storyteller 2 - Tia
Storyteller 3 - Walter
Storyteller 4 - Anaaya
Storyteller 5 - Ruby
Captain of the Guard - Benjamin
Guards - Aksharra, Ayesha
Bishop - Vivaan
Knight 1 - Sadhwi
Knight 2 - Maheika
Knight 3 - Noah
Knight 4 - Emmy
Mama Ogre - Skyelar
Papa Ogre - Anya
Pinocchio - Varun
Big Bad Wolf - Advika
3 Little Pigs - Humza, Keyaan, Smriti
Wicked Witch - Prisha
Peter Pan - Harvey
Ugly Duckling - Harriet
Mama Bear - Tanishka
Baby Bear - Sidraat
Papa Bear - Evelyn
Puss in Boots - Myrah
Pied Piper - Levi
Dwarf - Aayushi
Pilate - Aarush
Duloc Fruit Seller - Moone
Duloc Flower Seller - Emma
Duloc Baker - Sunny
Duloc Blacksmith - Angela
Duloc Performer - Mitali
DANCE ENSEMBLE
Abigail
Tania
Shreya
Sisley
Tanvi
Amelia
Rose
Chika
Cindy
CHOIR
Siyona
Vartika
Emma W.
Yuri
THE BAND
Shay
Entong
Lan Chi
Hannah
Annalise
Ben
William
TEACHERS' INSTRUMENTALISTS
Trumpet: Dan Z'Berg
Flute: Jill Chen
Guitar, Cello, Percussion: Lee Tisdall-McPhee
PRODUCTION CREW
Director - Lizz Baker
Assistant Director - Lorna Walker
Band Director - Tony Palumbo
Vocal Director - Jamee Guerra
Choreography - Lauren Hickson
Production Manager - Manuel Garrido
Production Assistant - Nadiah Yusof
Lighting Design - Manuel Garrido
Lighting Design Assistant - Ong Shi Han
Lighting Technician - Thomas Harper
Sound Engineer - Ashfie Haritz
Sound Effects - Geoff Tsang
Mic Operation - Rudy, Kazry Kaz Kazan, Bob, Mia, Kazly Kaz Kazan
Costume Design - Theresa Chan
Costume Assistants - Noor’Ain Afiqah, Nur Hazimah, Mas Nurshaqinah, Dibo
Backstage Crew - Maya, Kenzie, Ella, Dhriti
Props Maker - Allister Towndrow, Heather Dmytruk
Set Design - Allister Towndrow
Set Construction - Allister Towndrow
Scenic Art - Allister Towndrow
Scenic Art Assistant - Abdul Alim
Makeup & Hair - Theresa Chan, Danae Szmukler, Parents' Association, Jamee Guerra, Lauren Hickson
Publicity Design - Grace Hong
Programme Design - Nadiah Yusof
Banner & Poster Design - UWCSEA East Communications
Photography - Paul Chapman of Noodle Photography
Rehearsal Photography - Ong Shi Han
Videography - Muhammad Kazry Bin Kas Kazan of LenScript Photography
Website - Ong Shi Han
Refreshments - UWCSEA East Global Concerns
Tickets - Siti Zubaidah
SPECIAL THANKS TO...
UWCSEA East Drama Department,
UWCSEA East Music Department,
UWCSEA East Dance Department,
UWCSEA East Facilities,
UWCSEA East Communications,
UWCSEA East Global Concerns
GALLERY
Full Dress Photos by Paul Chapman of Noodle Photography
Rehearsal Photos
VIDEOS
Behind-the-Scenes
Watch this photo collage for Shrek the Musical JR. made using behind-the-scenes photos taken by professional photographer Kazry Kaz Kazan of LenScript Photography to get a glimpse of what goes on behind the stage!
Dress Rehearsal
Here's a photo collage for Shrek the Musical JR. made using the dress rehearsal photos taken by professional photographer Paul Chapman of Noodle Photography to re-live some of the experiences from the performances!
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