Shrek the Musical, full of fun with a positive message
The world’s friendliest ogre is appearing on the Capitol Theatre stage.
Shrek the Musical debuted on Saturday, February 21 and runs until March 1.
Daniel Williston plays Shrek. “I love this musical. I think it’s a beautiful story to impart to young people about being able to dream bigger than maybe your parents or your teachers or your authority figures tell you what is meant for you and for your life.”
“I think that there’s really something beautiful about a hero who is not just an Iron Man and Batman beating up the bad guy because they can punch harder. Shrek wins in the end because he is able to drop his guard and allow other people in and find friendship and love through that,” Williston told our newsroom.
It’s his first time performing at the Capitol Theatre, and he feels the experience of taking the stage with other amazing artists and a live orchestra is a wonderful thing.
Shrek the Musical features characters including Donkey, Fiona, Lord Farquaad, and all of the fairy tale characters.
“I think people are going to be in for a real treat when they come see it,” Williston expressed.
Williston has been performing on stage for the past 17 or 18 years. He is one of several acting professionals who were chosen for this stage performance. There are several newcomers as well.
“It’s really lovely to see people who are doing it for the love of the game. There’s a real purity to watching people who are giving of their time and really wanting this show to be as good as it can be. So being around that energy is very inspiring,” Williston revealed.
He encourages anyone who wants to act to just keep doing it. He said the more opportunities you’re given, get involved, because the more that you do it, the more comfortable you feel doing it, and the more you’ll want to do it.
“I think the Capitol Theatre giving those opportunities is one of the best parts about this entire experience,” Williston added.
Shrek the Musical has lots of fun moments, with fart jokes and gags and other silliness. There are moments of laughter, sadness, and you’re encouraged to sing along.
“I think at the end of the day, what people keep coming back to the theatre for is this feeling of being inspired,” Williston said.