Shrek (the musical) to be released commercially or on DVD? — Page 4

#76

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Posted: 10/20/09 at 8:48pm

How exciting!! Can't wait to hear more details on this!!

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#77

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Posted: 10/20/09 at 9:23pm

Besides getting people who couldn't see it on Broadway to buy tickets for a tour stop, the Legally Blonde MTV recording promoted it to people in the UK and created a buzz for its opening in December. Even if Legally Blonde itself didn't do well in the States, it was a clever move - it's still easily available online, don't forget.

#78

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Posted: 10/20/09 at 9:25pm

I think if it is released on DVD after the show closes, it would be fairly profitable. If released while it is still open, it will likely harm the already poor grosses.

#79

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Posted: 10/20/09 at 9:27pm

frapperia, LB wasn't even shown in The UK.

#80

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Posted: 10/20/09 at 9:51pm

TheatreFan, I am English! I'm not talking about it showing on MTV, I'm talking about it being available to watch online all over the world. Although I am sure the fact it's a musical version of Legally Blonde is the main attraction for Brits buying tickets (and possibly Sheridan Smith for the BBC3 generation), a lot of theatre lovers and others besides, like my best mate, would never have thought about going to see it (I certainly hadn't) before seeing the MTV broadcast.

I was so snobby and wouldn't see it when I was in NY a couple of years ago, but after watching it online I couldn't wait for it to come to the UK - the songs are immensely catchy and it's very funny. I certainly would be up for watching a televised version of Shrek after being so impressed with Legally Blonde.

Updated On: 10/20/09 at 09:51 PM

#81

re: Shrek (the musical) to be released commercially or on DVD?

Posted: 10/20/09 at 10:17pm

Well, if Shrek closes sometime soon and they air this right after, that could hurt the national tour.

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"If it walks like a Parks, if it wobbles like a Parks, then it's definitely fat and nobody loves it." --MA

#82

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Posted: 10/21/09 at 1:01am

very happy if it's going to be released on DVD!! and excited that Johnny got brought back for the filming night.. I would've been really dissappointed if they filmed it without him

#83

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Posted: 10/21/09 at 1:05am

Where is the official link saying it will air on TV or they will release a DVD? Everyone is jumping to the conclusion when there could be other reasons for taping. I am not saying people are incorrect, but I am one of those people who would like to see an official source.

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#84

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Posted: 10/21/09 at 1:10am

^I'm one of those people as well. Though I do like to hope, and I hope it's some sort of public release. I really don't see any other explanation for everything (Invite only, John T returning for one night, video trucks + equipment, Dreamworks' seemingly endless supply of money to throw at a floundering Shrek). Though there is a gut feeling that it won't amount to anything exciting =(

#85

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Posted: 10/21/09 at 6:37am

Was anybody there last night?
What happened?
Please share!
:)

#86

re: Shrek (the musical) to be released commercially or on DVD?

Posted: 10/21/09 at 3:13pm

The performance was invite only. I doubt many people here were invited.

#87

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Posted: 10/21/09 at 3:35pm

Hey, ya never know... Those tix showed up on Craig's List, first of all, and second of all, you never know who might be lurking among these boards!
I'm just really curious is all.

#88

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Posted: 10/21/09 at 9:24pm

Bump!

Has anyone heard anything about the filming?

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"If it walks like a Parks, if it wobbles like a Parks, then it's definitely fat and nobody loves it." --MA

#89

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Posted: 10/25/09 at 11:54am

Bump.


Any News?

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#90

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Posted: 10/25/09 at 2:38pm

Also wondering about this...

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#91

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Posted: 10/25/09 at 3:57pm

"Of all the shows that could be taped for television, WHY are they picking this piece of junk?"

I agree with you but . . . . I can see this being a successful direct-to-video affair with perhaps a healthy run on premium cable. Family friendly with an established brand.

#92

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Posted: 10/25/09 at 4:26pm

Was at the taping and I wish I had some sort of news, but not even the staff was telling anybody what was going on. Was really surprised that even when Jason Moore took to the stage at the beginning to welcome the audience that he didn't let on to why it was being filmed.

#93

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Posted: 10/25/09 at 4:27pm

This is getting weird. Why the secrecy?

#94

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Posted: 10/27/09 at 5:45pm

https://www.broadwayworld.com/article/We_Plan_to_Monetize_Shrek_The_Musical_in_Any_Number_of_Ways_Says_DreamWorks_Animation_20091027

Hmmmm......how many other ways could they make money from the show besides the tour and releasing the rights? It sure does seem like there's something going on with the taping!

#95

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Posted: 10/28/09 at 8:54am

Looks like they are releasing a DVD. I wonder what they mean by "unique packaging." I'm excited, it's cool that they think this is a good idea, since it works out well for me, anyways!
'Shrek the Musical' headed for DVD release

#96

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Posted: 10/28/09 at 9:43am

Shrek's nowhere near my favorites from this past season, but I'm all in favor of shows getting filmed. I might pick this up when it's on sale or something.

#97

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Posted: 10/28/09 at 2:18pm

That's AWESOME! I'm very excited!!

#98

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Posted: 10/28/09 at 3:09pm

YESS

#99

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Posted: 10/28/09 at 3:21pm

YAAYY! I can still see it!

#100

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Posted: 10/28/09 at 3:45pm

http://www.hollywoodreporter.com/hr/content_display/news/e3icf13d4806aba58de8a16a800a0f54506#at
This article goes a *bit* deeper... not a lot at all, but this one says how the packaging is going to be special.
I wonder if they'll have an interactive packaging? I know some Costco boxed DVD sets have features where you can hit a button and a song or phrase comes out of a little speaker...