A happily-ever-after press conference for ‘Shrek The Musical’
A happily-ever-after press conference for ‘Shrek The Musical’
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Once upon a time, the world’s favorite ogre and his crew of fairytale creatures gathered at Newport World Resorts for the press conference of Shrek The Musical. Special guests, trusted partners, and friends from the media were invited on Wednesday, August 13, for a magical afternoon in the swamp. There, the cast and creative team of Shrek The Musical offered an exclusive sneak peek into the Broadway favorite that will storm the Newport Performing Arts Theater starting October 31.
Newport World Resorts’ Chief Hospitality Officer John Lucas welcomed guests to a special preview of the highly anticipated musical. “Bringing the Broadway production to life by an all-Filipino cast and creative team, it is a world-class spectacle with a distinctly Filipino heart,” he shared. As attendees were then transported into Shrek’s world with high-energy performances of fan favorites including “Who I’d Be,” “Don’t Let Me Go,” “The Ballad of Farquaad,” “I Know It’s Today,” and the feel-good finale “I’m A Believer.”
The swamp takes center stage in the newest offering from Newport World Resorts’ Full House Theater Company (FHTC), Shrek The Musical. Leading this big, green adventure is an all-star creative team headed by Director Dexter M. Santos, Associate Director Michael Stuart Williams, Artistic Director Menchu Lauchengco-Yulo, Assistant Director Cara Barredo, and Music Director Ejay Yatco.
The Cast and Creative Team of Shrek The Musical 2025 share a shrek-tacular preview of the highly-anticipated production.
“Like Shrek says, ogres have layers and so does this show,” said Williams. “Underneath the fun and the outrageous moments, there’s a story about friendship, courage, and embracing who you are. It’s wildly funny, heartwarming, and visually spectacular, but what makes it truly special is how the performances, music, and design all peel back to reveal something real and relatable. Lauchengco-Yulo added, “It’s the same Broadway magic audiences know and love, while infusing it with the artistry and spirit of Filipino performers and creatives.”
Leading the cast are Jamie Wilson as Shrek, Krystal Kane as Fiona, Topper Fabregas as Donkey, Alfredo Reyes as Lord Farquaad, and Julia Serad as Dragon. Joining them is a vibrant ensemble of fairytale creatures from Gingy to Pinocchio to the Big Bad Wolf, each ready to bring a little mischief and a lot of magic to the stage.
Shrek The Musical is based on the DreamWorks Animation Motion Picture and the book by William Steig. It features book and lyrics by David Lindsay-Abaire and music by Jeanine Tesori. The hit musical was originally produced on Broadway by DreamWorks Theatricals and Neal Street Productions. Shrek The Musical is presented through special arrangement with Music Theatre International (MTI), New York, NY, USA. All authorized performance materials are also supplied by MTI. www.mtishows.com.
Catch Shrek The Musical starting October 31, 2025, at the Newport Performing Arts Theater. Tickets are available at Ticketworld, Newport World Resorts Box Office, and Helixpay: PHP 4,500 (SVIP), PHP 4,000 (VIP), PHP 3,000 (GOLD), PHP 2,000 (SILVER), and PHP 1,500 (BRONZE). For inquiries, contact Customer Care at 7908-8888 or info@fhtcentertainment.com.
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