Shrek The Musical at Golden Gate Theatre

This extremely amusing production brings your favorite ogre, Shrek, to life! From the film to the stage, there is no greater rendition of the favorite character that has brought so many iconic moments. A hilarious take of your run of the mill fantasy, Shrek breaks all barriers by making a mean green machine its main character. Meanwhile, the lonely ogre is suddenly disturbed by fairy tale creatures who have been banned by Lord Farquaad to Shrek’s territory, the swamp. Having a bone to pick with Farquaad, Shrek decides to pay the lord a visit to share his grievances. Shrek is accompanied by a loud mouthed donkey and then a riveting, somewhat annoying epic adventure begins.

This not your ordinary tale is bound to bring some great laughs. Kooky characters such as the Donkey, Puss in Boots, Pinocchio, and the Gingerbread Boy all band together to give the fairytales from your childhood a great new personality. Most of all, the beloved Shrek and his lady, Princess Fiona will showcase a not so regular but incredibly touching love story.

Shrek the Musical opened on Broadway in 2008. Based on the hit 2001 Dreamworks film, Shrek hit the stage with a brilliant production behind it. For starters, the show is spearheaded by Tony Award winning playwright and lyricist David Lindsay Abaire and Tony Award-winning composer Jeanine Tesori. Together, they bring the beloved epic to the big stage. In 2010, Shrek embarked on its first U.S. Tour and America has not seen the production since.

Make it a precursor to your holiday celebrations because this thrilling showcase is sure to put you in high spirits for weeks to come! Shrek the Musical will make you “fall in love all ogre again!” The North American trek drops by over 30 cities, including a coveted pit stop at the Golden Gate Theatre in San Francisco. This grand venue provides theater lovers a stunning ambiance, with great acoustics and state-of-the-art sound and lights. Don’t be fooled by its elegant, classic look; the theater is the archetype of modern entertainment.

Don’t miss out on this once in a lifetime opportunity to see Shrek on the big stage! Bring your kiddos, family, friends, and neighbors! It’s guaranteed to be the most epic and hilarious fairy tale adventure ever!