Shrek Worth Seeing?
Shrek Worth Seeing?
ArtMan
Broadway Legend Joined: 9/10/08
#1Shrek Worth Seeing?
Posted: 3/31/09 at 9:27amComing to NYC Memorial Day weekend. Planning on seeing 9to5, West Side Story and Hair. Is Shrek worth seeing for Sunday night? I have no interest in Rock of Ages and have seen the other productions who offer a second performance on Sunday. Of course, I would only go if I can win the lottery. Also are all main cast members in second performance? Thanks for the help.
#2re: Shrek Worth Seeing?
Posted: 3/31/09 at 9:32amDoesn't HAIR have a Sunday evening show too? You could see HAIR on Sunday night and then see another show in the afternoon. If you already have tickets for HAIR though, and you need to fill a Sunday night slot, maybe try NEXT TO NORMAL?
#2re: Shrek Worth Seeing?
Posted: 3/31/09 at 9:49amShrek is A LOT of fun, but a lot of people on this board don't care for it. It is VERY similar to the movie (the script, tone, and set). I love Shrek, and you would have an easier (and cheaper!) time getting tickets.
KingKong
Broadway Star Joined: 2/28/09
#3re: Shrek Worth Seeing?
Posted: 3/31/09 at 9:54am
Don't waste you time, rent the movie, save yourself the money.
It's a bore. everyone involved can and has done MUCH better work.
#4re: Shrek Worth Seeing?
Posted: 3/31/09 at 10:44amI actually enjoyed Shrek a good deal and I'm not afraid to admit it. I expected to not enjoy the show itself, but enjoy the tech, so I was truly pleasantly surprised. It isn't a masterpiece, but was definitely fun and even touching in a couple of places (I found "Who'd I Be?" very effective).
#5re: Shrek Worth Seeing?
Posted: 3/31/09 at 10:47amIf you can make it to the lotto, I'd go for it (I think it's not the hardest lotto to win due to how early it is). I wasn't expecting much, but the level of talent involved is phenomenal and I was surprised by the number of real, honest, beautiful theatrical moments. There's real heart beneath the amazing technical elements.
broadwayjim42
Broadway Legend Joined: 5/19/03
#6re: Shrek Worth Seeing?
Posted: 3/31/09 at 11:05am
Although I am making a return visit because my daughter's a diehard John Tartaglia fan and wants to see it, I'm personally not that thrilled about seeing it again.
The cast works so hard and is very good, but there are only two memorable songs and much of the show just kind of lays there. As a fan of the first two movies, I was suprised as how listless it is.
#7re: Shrek Worth Seeing?
Posted: 3/31/09 at 12:43pmI thought Shrek was cute. If you can win lotto, I'd go see it.
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janice4
Chorus Member Joined: 3/11/09
#8re: Shrek Worth Seeing?
Posted: 3/31/09 at 1:31pmOh Pooh. It's a fun show, definitely worth seeing. The cast is just so spot on, and entertaining. It's a real fun time .
ohjustjake
Leading Actor Joined: 4/18/06
#10re: Shrek Worth Seeing?
Posted: 3/31/09 at 2:14pmI actually found Shrek to be more enjoyable than a lot of other shows I've seen. Give it a chance.
KingKong
Broadway Star Joined: 2/28/09
#11re: Shrek Worth Seeing?
Posted: 3/31/09 at 2:15pmOMG, do any of you have an IQ higher than that of an average 5th grader? Seriously, Shrek was a bore.
Tom's Cat
Leading Actor Joined: 2/21/09
#12re: Shrek Worth Seeing?
Posted: 3/31/09 at 2:18pmI thought it was cute and I enjoyed it a lot when I saw it (still in previews). I don't have any desire to go back, but I'm definitely glad I saw it once.
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lightguy06222
Broadway Legend Joined: 12/3/06
Conor2
Chorus Member Joined: 5/16/06
#14re: Shrek Worth Seeing?
Posted: 3/31/09 at 2:37pmIt was okay...and then Act 2 started. Not worth your money.
jejr
Stand-by Joined: 11/29/08
#15re: Shrek Worth Seeing?
Posted: 3/31/09 at 2:41pmNot the greatest only use as a fill in and FORGET WSS story too.
janice4
Chorus Member Joined: 3/11/09
#16re: Shrek Worth Seeing?
Posted: 3/31/09 at 3:16pmActually, I'm a member of Mensa, and yet, I found it totally enjoyable. That is why there is always more than one show to choose from. You don't like it, that's fine. Try not to denegrate everyone that doesn't agree with you. Now be nice and go play with your Nintendo games.
#17re: Shrek Worth Seeing?
Posted: 3/31/09 at 3:36pmYou shouldn't ask these jerks because all you're going to get are unprofessional opinions that evolve into a bitch fest, etc. Go see it and have your own opinion. Go see West Side Story as well!
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WishingOnlyWounds2
Broadway Legend Joined: 9/25/08
#18re: Shrek Worth Seeing?
Posted: 3/31/09 at 3:43pmI really enjoyed Shrek.
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millie_dillmount
Broadway Legend Joined: 4/22/04
#19re: Shrek Worth Seeing?
Posted: 3/31/09 at 3:53pm
"OMG, do any of you have an IQ higher than that of an average 5th grader? Seriously, Shrek was a bore."
That is your OPINION, but I do not see why you are getting frustrated because people like it. I enjoyed it. The score was fun to listen to and it was an overall humorous, enjoyable show.
I think the original poster should see it and form his/her own opinion.
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Updated On: 3/31/09 at 03:53 PM
#20re: Shrek Worth Seeing?
Posted: 3/31/09 at 4:01pm
"I think the original poster should see it and form his/her own opinion."
Amen. People shouldn't ask if they should see a show. Go see it and form your own opinion.
"These rabid fans...possess the acting talent to portray the hooker...Linda Eder..." -The New York Times
#21re: Shrek Worth Seeing?
Posted: 3/31/09 at 4:10pmI say go, and see for yourself.
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dramamama611
Broadway Legend Joined: 12/4/07
#22re: Shrek Worth Seeing?
Posted: 3/31/09 at 4:14pm
I agree that posts like this are not a good way to go....there are numerous threads about each show. Read the other opinions and determine if it sounds like something you WANT to see.
Just like everything else: we cannot judge what others will like or dilike. Even among my closest friends I am often agog at what they do or don't like.
I am bringing my kids to see this in a few weeks, but I have no desire to see it myself. I hope to be pleasantly entertained.
If we're not having fun, then why are we doing it?
These are DISCUSSION boards, not mutual admiration boards. Discussion only occurs when we are willing to hear what others are thinking, regardless of whether it is alignment to our own thoughts.
ArtMan
Broadway Legend Joined: 9/10/08
#23re: Shrek Worth Seeing?
Posted: 3/31/09 at 4:57pmThanks for all the responses. And thank you Without A Trace for telling me about the evening show of Next To Normal. That one wasn't listed yet on Playbill's weekly schedule of shows. I'm basically looking for a discounted show to see or my alternative is to play bingo and drink beer at Splash.
Rentaholic2
Broadway Legend Joined: 3/14/04
#24re: Shrek Worth Seeing?
Posted: 3/31/09 at 6:36pm
Take your harsh critic hat off and enjoy the show. It's by no means perfect, but it's fun and quite enjoyable. However, heed this advice:
LOTTO WARNING: Winning the lotto is easy (when I went, everyone there got tickets). But some of the lotto seats are T-E-R-R-I-B-L-E. They say it is 'obstructed' view, but you can still see fine. NOT THE CASE. We were in the front row far right, and we were so close to the stage, we could only see from the chest up on the actors, and that was only if they were center or down stage. It honestly ruined the show. At intermission, we moved to vacant seats in second row center, and had a perfect view. But my parents didn't even realize Farquad was on his knees with short little legs until act II. Maybe the other lotto seats are better, but we would have rather payed full price for tickets and actually been able to enjoy the show than sit where we were.
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