Shrek heads for Sunderland

Published: 30 May 2023
Reporter: David Upton

The cast of Shrek Credit: Hugo Glendinning

Shrek The Musical comes to Sunderland Empire February 6–10.

Rising star Cherece Richards will make her debut in a principal role as the Dragon, joining Antony Lawrence (Shrek), Joanne Clifton (Princess Fiona), James Gillan (Lord Farquaad) and Brandon Lee Sears (Donkey). The musical will tour to a total of 31 venues.

From the producers of Hairspray and Priscilla Queen of the Desert, Shrek the Musical brings together a new creative team to re-imagine this award-winning hit show for a new audience.

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