PLAYBILL
Book and Lyrics by
David Lindsay-Abaire
Music by
Jeanine Tesori
Originally Produced on Broadway by
DreamWorks Theatricals and Neal Street Productions
DreamWorks Shrek The Musical Kids
is presented through special arrangement with
and all authorized materials are supplied by
Music Theatre International
New York, NY
(212) 541-4684
mtishows.com
Based on the DreamWorks Animation Motion Picture and the book by William Steig
Saturday, November 22nd at 5pm
Sunday, November 23rd at 5pm
The Switch Theatre
inside Ji-Eun Lee Music Academy
10029 E. 126th St. Suite D Fishers, IN 46038
CAST
Avery
Storyteller 1/ Wicked Witch
We are excited to have Avery on our stage this evening! Break A Leg!
Mia
Storyteller 2/ Duloc Dancer / Gingy
Mia, age 10, is a 4th grader at Towne Meadow Elementary. This is Mia’s 7th performance with Meridian Music School / JLMA. Mia also enjoys Irish Dancing and volleyball. When she’s not on stage, Mia loves spending time with friends and family and playing with her dog, Sumo.
El
Storyteller 3/ Captain of The Guards/ Duloc Dancer
Born in Nashville, TN, this 10-year-old was made to be on stage! El has been acting since she was 4 years old. When she’s not reading a script, she’s protecting the cage as a fierce Lacrosse goalie. A few of her other favorite things include double pasta day at school, snakes, carpet ball at summer camp, a good logic puzzle and always has her Bible open. The only thing she can’t do is…turn down a Long John donut.
Aubree
Mama Ogre / Fiona
Aubree, age 10, is a 4th grader at Monon Trail Elementary. This is Aubree's 4th children's theater performance. She played ensemble characters in Matilda Jr and Alice in Wonderland Jr. She played Maui in Moana Jr. She is participating in her school chorus. Aubree's favorite place to be is on stage signing and performing. Outside of music, she loves swimming, lacrosse, playing with her friends and making friendship bracelets.
Grace
Papa Ogre / Donkey
Grace, age 10, is a 5th-grader at Woodbrook Elementary School. She has been performing in theater productions for the past two years and is excited to share her passion with the audience tonight! When she's not rehearsing, she enjoys singing, roller blading, playing with her puppy and creating her own mini plays with friends.
Liv
Young Shrek / Peter Pan / Lord Farquaad
Seven going on 16, Liv was born a performer! Her first words were high heels and fake nails! She’s been starring in nightly Living Room performances ever since she could walk! She loves playing soccer and recently completed her first 5K. Other favorites include holding babies and chewing bubble gum. Her future plans are to be a mom and a teacher (or any job that involves a whistle.) Rumor has it she may or may not have a fear of chickens.
Owen
Shrek
Owen, age 9, is going to be a fourth grader at Geist Elementary. He loves musicals and singing!
Elise
Mama Bear / Young Fiona / Dwarf
Elise is in 4th grade, and this is her 5th show which has included Aladdin, Little Mermaid, Aristocats, Music Man and of course currently Shrek. When Elise isn’t singing, she is killing it on the soccer field and flipping at gymnastics. Break a leg!
Emery
Baby Bear / Duloc Dancer / Bishop
Emery, age 8, is a 3rd grader at Clay Center Elementary. She is excited to be participating in her first musical! Outside of school, Emery enjoys art, playing Uno, and riding bikes with her family.
Lena
Pinocchio / Teen Fiona
Lena is a fifth grader at Woodbrook Elementary. She is passionate about music, running, basketball, reading, traveling, spending time outside, her friends and family, and animals. She has been the lead in her last two school musicals, as well as Simba in Lion King, Veruca in Willy Wonka, Elsa in Frozen, among various other shows. She loves to bring joy to others through her acting, singing and humor.
Madeline
Pig 1 / Dragon
Madeline is a 3rd grader at Willow Lake Elementary School. This is her third production in the past year, having previously appeared in Aristocats and Descendants. She loves acting and is excited to be back on stage. Outside of theater, Madeline enjoys soccer, reading, and spending time with friends and family.
Elena
Pig 2 / Dragon
Elena is a second grader at Willow Lake Elementary School. This is her debut performance! Elena likes to play tennis and softball with her family, play her favorite board game, Twister, and do puzzles.
Estelle
Pig 3 / Dragon
Estelle is a third grader at Willow Lake Elementary School. This is her second theater performance. Estelle loves Harry Potter, and she loves to read, write, and draw. Estelle also enjoys gymnastics and jazz dance classes.
Song List
Big Bright Beautiful World
Story Of My Life
What's Up, Duloc?
I Know It's Today
Make A Move
The Next Morning
Freak Flag
Finale
Production Team
Ji-Eun Lee
Executive Director
Amanda Archer
Artistic Director
Doug Whisman
Set Designer
Doug Whisman
Light/Sound Engineer
Cassidy Lane
Tech
Special Thanks
A Heartfelt thank you to all the parents and families of our youth theater students for your incredible dedication and support. Your commitment to the performing arts and to our school helps create a vibrant, creative community where young artists can truly shine. We are grateful to have you as part of our theater family!
Production Photos
