Shrek The Musical
10 - 19 Nov 2022
Director and Co-choreographer: Sally Manning
Musical Director: Julie Dance
Choreographer: Luannsa Goodman
The Haymarket, Basingstoke
Evenings: 7.00 pm, Matinees: 12.30 pm (Sun 13) and 2.00 pm (Sat 12, 19)
Based on the Oscar-winning DreamWorks Animation film, Shrek The Musical is a Tony Award-winning fairy tale adventure that brings all the beloved characters you know from the film to life on stage, and proves there's more to the story than meets the ears.
"Once upon a time, there was a little ogre named Shrek…" And thus begins the tale of an unlikely hero who finds himself on a life-changing journey alongside a wisecracking Donkey and a feisty princess who resists her rescue. Throw in a short tempered bad guy, a cookie with an attitude, and over a dozen other fairy tale misfits, and you've got the kind of mess that calls for a real hero. Luckily, there's one on hand...and his name is Shrek.
Irreverently fun for the whole family, Shrek proves that beauty is truly in the eye of the ogre.
Thank you to our sponsors for our charity performance on Sunday 13 November
Hampshire County Council Councillor Devolved Budgets Funding
County Councillor Derek Mellor (HCC Member for Tadley and Baughurst), County Councillor Elaine Still (HCC Member for Loddon), County Councillor Stephen Reid (HCC Member for Basingstoke South West), County Councillor Jacky Tustain (HCC Member for Basingstoke North) HCC Devolved Budgets
Box office tel: 01256 844244
Group bookings tel: 01256 366935
Group bookings email: group.booking@anvilarts.org.uk
Performance dates*
Thurs 10, Fri 11, Sat 12 (mat and eve), Sun 13 (mat), Wed 16, Thurs 17, Fri 18, Sat 19 (mat and eve)
*10 and 16 Nov to be released for general sale on 15 Oct
Sun 13 (5.30 pm) - Sponsored charity performance (not on general sale)
Pricing (includes Anvil Arts £3.00 per ticket booking fee)
Full price: £28.50
Children (16 & under): £23.50 (£5 discount)
Over 65 & Full-time Student: £26.50 (£2 discount)
Group rate: £1 off full or concessionary price, 10+ people same performance
Registered disabled: enquire at the box office
Cast
Shrek
Reece Fitzgerald
Princess Fiona
Louise Travis
Donkey
Richard Bond
Lord Farquaad
Ben Kennedy
Teenage Fiona
Olivia Kingham**, Sophia Newborough*
Young Fiona
Isla Clarke*, Amelia Ellis-Cosgrove**
Young Shrek
Theodore Hartgill**, Ayla Tipp*
*Team ‘Banana’ performances = Thurs 10, Fri 11, Sat 12 (eve), Sun 13 (mat), Thurs 17, Sat 19 (mat)
**Team ‘Peanut’ performances = Sat 12 (mat), Sun 13 (charity performance), Wed 16, Fri 18, Sat 19 (eve)
Ensemble - Fairytale Creatures
Dragon, Fairy Godmother
Laura Newborough
Pinocchio
James Young
Gingy
Holly Reedman
Little Pig 1
Jack Baldwin
Little Pig 2
Edward Branch
Little Pig 3
Ben Shallow
Witch, Mama Ogre, Guard
Laura Burrell
Humpty Dumpty
Sophie Collins
Big Bad Wolf
Harrison Crangle
Shoemaker’s Elf
Luannsa Goodman
Sugar Plum Fairy
Julie Morris
White Rabbit
Lucy Tipp
Snow White
Chloe Watts
Peter Pan
Tom Boncey
Papa Bear
Ben Waines
Mama Bear
Alex Stores
Baby Bear, Blue Bird
Jade Hollingshead
King Harold, Pied Piper, Duloc Greeter
Martin Boniface-Jones
Papa Ogre
Adrien Nortier
Captain of the Guards, Bishop
Stephen Westwood
Queen Lillian
Jade Williams
Thelonius
Adrien Nortier
Burnt Knights: Jack Baldwin, Tom Boncey, Martin Boniface-Jones, Edward Branch, Luannsa Goodman, James Young
Duloc Dolls: Jack Baldwin, Tom Boncey, Luannsa Goodman, Jade Hollingshead, Amy Jones, Julie Morris, Cydney Murray, Ben Shallow, Lucy Tipp, Jade Williams
Guards: Martin Boniface-Jones, Emily Hudson, Amy Jones, Cydney Murray, Jade Williams
Happy People: Emily Hudson, Amy Jones, Cydney Murray, Jade Williams
Puppeteers: Edward Branch, Harrison Crangle, Sophie Collins, Adrien Nortier, Holly Reedman, Ales Stores, Ben Waines, Chloe Watts
Skeletons: Tom Boncey, Laura Burrell, Jade Hollingshead, Emily Hudson, Ben Shallow, Lucy Tipp
Tapping Rats: Jack Baldwin, Luannsa Goodman, Emily Hudson, Amy Jones, Julie Morris, Cydney Murray, Alex Stores, Lucy Tipp, Jade Williams, James Young
Three Blind Mice: Luannsa Goodman, Cydney Murray, Jade Williams
Press Reviews
“A very professional-looking production, thoroughly enjoyed the evening and had to rest my cheeks from laughing all of the way through.”
Jaz Wilson, It’s All An Act - Read full review
“An explosion of colour and fun-filled joy; it is the perfect night out for some guaranteed all-singing, all-dancing fun and escapism.”
Leyla Demirel, One Show at a Time - Read full review
“It is always amazing to see how incredible BATS’ productions are, and Shrek did not disappoint. The talented all-singing all-dancing cast made this show yet another triumph.”
Emily Roberts, Basingstoke Gazette - Read full review
“Overall the show was filled with fun and exuberance and memorable performances. Well done to all at BATS for sending everyone home buzzing and with smiles on their faces.”
Chris Horton, National Operatic and Dramatic Association - Read full review
Audience Feedback
“What can I say, absolutely brilliant show from start to finish. You are absolutely on the game with your production, singing, dancing and lots of laughs. Went home on a high after seeing this show.”
“For an amateur society you produce some amazing shows! Last night was fabulous. Well done everyone. We had a fantastic time watching you all”
“Love, loved, LOVED this show! Well done to everyone involved!”
“As always, the production was professional and worthy of a London stage. An amazing show. Well done everyone”
“Really good, family show! I have seen three BATS shows now (Elf, Sister Act and Shrek) and I’ve not been disappointed yet. Keep up the good work!”
“We weren’t disappointed - full of laughs. All of the cast were amazing, costumes
and set were brilliant. Definitely go and watch! ”
Production Photos
Creative team
Director and Co-choreographer
Sally Manning
Musical Director
Julie Dance
Choreographer
Luannsa Goodman
Tap Choreographer
Leigh Young
Production Managers
Vicky Southgate and Liz Walsh
Stage Manager
Steve Brannam
Deputy Stage Manager
Nick Horsey
Backstage Co-ordinator
Leigh Young
Stage Crew
Sam Baker, Hattie Brannam, Adam Cousin, Alex Frost, Matt Harrison, Anthony Mitchell, Abigail Parsons, Craig Saunders, Matt Southgate, Vicky Southgate, Colin Webb
Lighting Design and Hire
Matt Green
Lighting Operators
Lauren Blaxill, Stuart Walker
Follow Spot Operators
Nicki Hawkins, Anthony Mitchell, Ian ‘Spud’ Smith
Sound Hire
Daniel Paine - Spinaudio
Sound Design and Engineer
George Steed - Rise Audio, Heidi Burkwood
Scenery Hire
Scenic Projects
Props
Colin Webb, Marie White
Prosthetics
Beck Does Shrek
Prosthetics and Make-up for Shrek
Judith Ifould and Aideen Buckley
Pinocchio nose supplied by
Peterborough Operatic & Dramatic Society
Rats’ feet supplied by
Cody Musical Theatre Company
Wardrobe Team
Holly Reedman, Adrien Nortier, Ben Shallow
Costumes
Molly Limpets and BATS Wardrobe
Dressers
Christine Dollery, Teresa Hollingshead
Marketing and Sales Officer
Jade Hollingshead
Marketing and Sales Team
David Allard, Sophie Collins, Bryn Hughes, Amy Jones, Julie Morris, Cydney Murray
Show Photographs
John Sherringham - Front of House Photography
Programme Design
Bryn Hughes and Ryan Stevens - Stevens-Signage
Orchestra
Bethany Miles (Reed 1), Jo Paterson-Neild (Reed 2), Simon Barnard (Guitar), Jonathon Williams (Double Bass / Bass Guitar), Ian Hooper (Horn), Lol Warburton (Trumpet), Nick Kershaw (Trombone), Colin Gray (Drums), George Groves (Percussion), Jules Dance (Keys 1), Simon Eastwood (Keys 2), Vicky Stapleton (Violin)
Licensing information
Music by Jeanine Tesori
Book and Lyrics by David Lindsay-Abaire
Based on the Dreamworks Animation Motion Picture and the book by William Steig
Shrek The Musical - This amateur production is presented by arrangement with Music Theatre International. All authorised performance materials are also supplied by MTI. www.MTIShows.co.uk