Shrek Play Analysis

Seuss. Also, I liked the fact that a lot of their costumes had sparkles on them. I think the sparkles helped convey the lighthearted attitude of the entire production. The set and props were extremely interesting, because it was very simple. All they had throughout the whole play was some boxes used for props and a background piece that helped show the “Dr. Seuss” theme. I thought it was smart that they used the boxes for a number of different things, such as a bed, table, and chairs, because it allowed the children in the audience to use their imagination. Instead of having actual chairs and such, the simplicity of the set opened up the mind of the audience. Overall, I thought the sound was well done, but there were certain times when the microphones would fade in and out. Also, the lighting element of the play probably could have been better. The lighting on the stage was not a problem, but when the actors and actresses got off the stage and began to walk in the area right in front of the audience, it was harder to see what was going on. However, although lighting the area in front of the stage would have been helpful, there were times when I couldn’t see the actors at all because they were

In the film Shrek, Fiona was waiting for her brave knight to rescue her so they may have their true love’s first kiss. Yet, Fiona does not find that. She soon realizes that her “brave knight” or true love, is an ogre named Shrek. She planned how it might have gone but it went completely opposite of that. Feminists like Wollstonecraft and Woolf wouldn’t approve of the way Fiona is portrayed in the film. In the film, Fiona is cursed with turning into an ogre at sun down until she receives a true love’s kiss. Fiona is portrayed as a princess waiting for her knight to kiss her so the curse may be broken. Her character is made to rely on a man to fix her problem, and make everything right. That is one thing Wollstonecraft and Woolf were against.

The volume was good. All of the characters did speak correctly for the setting of the play. I think this because when I was watching it I was not trying to be able to hear everything because I could already hear everything. When I was watching the play I did not really realize any sound effects, but they did have a few songs. The opening song set the mood for the entire play which was a really good thing because it got the audience into the show. I could also clearly hear the performers and the pianist. The mood of the play was established in the very beginning and the

Although there were just the slightest things that could be changed and that is that when Molly's part to sing came her voice was barely heard from the middle seats and also the half time food could have been better but aside from that it was great, amazing, astonishing, expectations met! For the first show attending this year it was great that is why I definitely recommend people should go and have an amazing time like I

The most successful aspect of the performance for me were the scene changes. I found that the rotation of the blackboard, center stage, where the actors were able to stoop beneath it in order to enter and exit the stage, was an effective touch to this

People have always watched fairytales at a very young age, growing up to believe in them. Some watched them to obtain some kind illusion, for pure entertainment, and others for the sake of love. However, not every fairytale has a purpose of giving us an illusion, of entertaining us, or making us believe in love. Shrek is not a typical fairytale. Even though many people see Shrek along with other fairytales as any other movie created for entertainment, it is a satirical critique of the archetypes involved in a fairytale. While in many fairytales we have a knight, a damsel in distress, a partner, and a villain, Shrek changes

Shrek the musical follows the same storyline of the original movie Shrek. The ogre Shrek is a lone wolf protective of his swamp. Until the other fairytale characters being to intrude upon his swamp. Leading Shrek to have a word with the Lord Farquaad. Farquaad who then gives Shrek a mission the bring Farquaad a Princess. Farquaad will clear Shrek’s swamp of the intruders. Thankfully Shrek saves the princess and delivers the princess. The ending is a bit of twist. If you want to know more you’ll have to see the musical February 27- March 6, 2016.

And the picture of you that was out front with all the casting actors, wow you looked gorgeous! Once again I was extremely impressed by the stage design. The back Catholic Church wall was such an amazing structure. The paint and texture that was used to build the wall, gave off the appearance of a real stone wall. The wall design was flawless, and the size and scale it in which it was done in is astounding! Ms. Livingstone office was also well placed; it kept a focus point to the center of the room. The decision to go with a see through glass desk and small offices chairs allow the stage space to seem larger and didn’t block or hide when the actors sat down or walked around the desk. The area with the steps that lead to Mother Ruth desk was also well crafted, but I felt it was not utilized enough. It was barley used and wasn’t sure if it was Mother Ruth office or apart of the church altar. The church pew was a nice addition as well. I was also really impressed with the lighting effects, especially from the church windows. I first thought the stained glassed windows were fixed lights that couldn’t be changed, but once Livingstone took center stage and began to speak the colors changed to a red color (I think). When that happened it felt like the world froze in place while she spoke, and resuming when the light turned back to a bright morning light. I also liked how the lights would change throughout the play to set a different mood. For example, when Ms. Livingstone was hypnotizing Agnes, she told Agnes to imagine herself being in water all of the sudden the room color was

Shrek began as an animated movie from DreamWorks Studios in 2001 based on a children’s book of the same name. It was a huge success, spawning three sequels, a spin-off, and the musical adaption reviewed here. The movie, about the eponymous ogre hired to rescue Princess Fiona by Lord Farquaad, is an irreverent take on traditional fairy tale conventions, and subverts many of the most common archetypes found in fairy tales. Though tongue-in-cheek and at times slightly crude, the themes of reserving judgment and the value of friendship are distinct throughout.

Overally, I loved it. A lot of things happened that I would not think was possible because I have been to previous performances. It was always an unexpecting experience being in the same room with the actors and actresses because

This was the first play or theatre performance that I have attended. I was unsure of what to expect, but I heard great things about this play. Furthermore, the first aspect of this production that caught my attention was the design of the set. The design gave the feeling of a run down urban neighborhood by making the outer parts of the stage look like an old brick building. The building looked like one you would find in a low-income area or projects. The scenery of the play set the stage for what type of production this would be. I especially liked the way they carefully chose not to place just any kind of props on the stage. The dusty

The film entitled “Shrek” is not like traditional fairy tales. In fact, it is the complete opposite of traditional writing methods. Unlike some traditional fairy tales like Cinderella, were the handsome prince finds his fair maiden and they live supposedly happily ever after, the writers and creators of the movie Shrek, have used not a pretty princess or a pompous prince as the main character, but instead... an Ogre. This is the complete reverse as surely a hero cannot be a man eating, ugly, putrid monster? Or can he? This characterisation has been used to help create humour and an odd but interesting storyline. Combined with a collection of famous characters who appear to have reversed their roles and also includes magical creatures

Take one slimy green ogre with a bad attitude, one less than delicate belching princess, one sassy, yet funny, donkey, and a very short would-be prince; add music and a set that shows a swamp and watch an odd fairy tale come true. But "Shrek the Musical" is more than an entertaining children's story. This story digs deep into ourselves to find out where inner beauty lies and how we recognize our self-worth no matter what you look like, say or even smell.

Sounds like the fireworks going off in the basement helped the audience get immersed into the show. The lights were usually had the whole stage illuminated and was kind of boring, but the way that they brought the lights on when a character would flip to turn the lights would add realism to the show. Props were used throughout the show and were well placed. In fact, I saw a radio that looked exactly the one that was in the show Annie performed by the Palm Springs High School Theatre which makes sense since they both take place during the same time period. The set looked very realistic and included nothing that was created in modern times like iphones or printers. Costumes were chosen very well in my opinion with my favorites being the police ones. Also, none of the clothing looked very modern. After taking a deeper look into the things that occurred to improve the show and how the actors looked, I think that the Palm Canyon Theatre improved the show and made the audience feel more

The actors and actresses did well in their assigned rolls and I wish I could congratulate them on finishing the run. They worked together very well in all of the group musical numbers regardless of how hard they can be to coordinate at times. If I had to rate this performance of the musical it would get a 9/10. The acting, singing, costumes and costume changes, scenery and of course, the plot, are all wonderful and this is a must see. The only thing lacking was the cues and lighting, the use of the gobos was lacking and there was not as much color change as I would have enjoyed