*FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE* *Contact:* Chagrin Valley Little Theatre Phone: (440) 247-8955 Email: cvlt@cvlt.org Website: www.cvlt.org ------------------------------ CHAGRIN VALLEY LITTLE THEATRE PRESENTS SHREK THE MUSICALA Swamp-Tacular Adventure for the Whole Family Opens November 14 *CHAGRIN FALLS, OH (November 3, 2025)* – Chagrin Valley Little Theatre (CVLT) invites audiences to venture into the swamp this holiday season with its production of *SHREK THE MUSICAL*, running November 14 through December 14, 2025, at the historic theatre located at 40 River Street in Chagrin Falls. *PERFORMANCES:* - *Fridays & Saturdays* at 7:30 PM: Nov. 14, 15, 21, 22, 28, 29; Dec. 5, 12, 13 - *Sunday Matinees* at 2:00 PM: Nov. 23, 30**; Dec. 7, 14 - *Special Saturday Matinee* at 2:00 PM: Dec. 6 ** The Sunday, November 30 matinee performance benefits Friends of WomenSafe, sponsored by Junction Auto Family with complimentary concessions provided by Friends of WomenSafe. *TICKETS: *$24 general admission, $21 seniors, students, military. Group discounts available. Tickets are on sale at *CVLT.org* or by phone at (440) 247-8955 (Tuesday-Friday, 1-6 PM). The Box Office opens two hours before all performances. Early arrival is recommended. Questions? Email BoxOffice@CVLT.org Based on the Oscar®-winning DreamWorks Animation film and William Steig's beloved book, this hilarious and heartwarming musical adventure brings everyone's favorite ogre, his wisecracking Donkey sidekick, and a feisty princess to life on stage. Featuring a Tony Award-nominated score by Jeanine Tesori with book and lyrics by David Lindsay-Abaire, *SHREK THE MUSICAL* delivers catchy songs, dazzling costumes, and a powerful message about acceptance and finding your true self. CVLT's production is directed by Chris Bizub with music direction by Heidi Herczeg and choreography by Lauren Stepanski. Cindee Catalano and Nancy Rogoff serve as Producers. Brittany Bizub is Stage Manager and Assistant Costume Designer. The technical team includes Steven M. Savanyu as Technical Coordinator overseeing audio and set construction, Marcus Dana as Lighting Designer, Kelsey Tomlinson as Costume Designer, and Cassie Perlatti as Makeup Designer. Julia DiPaolo serves as Dance Captain. "This production is perfect for families looking for quality entertainment this holiday season," said Director Chris Bizub. "It's a joyous celebration that reminds us all that beauty comes from within." The show features a talented cast bringing the beloved characters to life, including Tom Jones as Shrek, Caralyn Steck as the feisty princess Fiona, Kaitlyn Poschner as the wisecracking Donkey, and Cameron Zona as Lord Farquaad. The principal lineup also includes Jessie Pollak in the combined role of Dragon. Surrounding the main characters is a motley crew of fairytale misfits performed by the extensive ensemble. This group includes Luna Cardamone as Gingy, Julia DiPaolo as Pinocchio, and youth performers Mila Cook as Young Fiona and Colton Burg as Young Shrek/Baby Bear. Other familiar characters of the fairytale world are played by an ensemble that includes Brandon Anders (Captain of the Guard / Pied Piper), Amy Balsinger (Wicked Witch), Shelby Bodzin (Little Pig), Greta Elizabeth Geib (Cheshire Cat), T.J. Hayes (Papa Bear/Thelonius), Gregory Karulin (Big Bad Wolf), Felicia Larson (Mad Hatter), Pyro Lennerth (Humpty Dumpty), Robin Mango (Little Pig/Blind Mouse), Brittany Morehouse (Mama Bear), Michela Palma (Elf), Devan Panigrahi (Ugly Duckling), Katie Remark (Sugar Plum Fairy), Noelle Rudersdorf (Little Pig / Blind Mouse), Loren Sciulla (White Rabbit), Melanie Scott (Fairy Godmother), Caitrin Claddagh Stark (Puss in Boots), and Megan Verrona (Teen Fiona/Peter Pan). SHREK THE MUSICAL is presented through special arrangement with Music Theatre International (MTI). All authorized performance materials are also supplied by MTI. www.MTIShows.com <http://www.mtishows.com/>. The original Broadway production was directed by Jason Moore and Rob Ashford. *ABOUT CHAGRIN VALLEY LITTLE THEATRE:* Chagrin Valley Little Theatre, now in its 96th Season, is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit funded through individual and corporate contributions. Our programming is made possible in part by the citizens of Cuyahoga County through Cuyahoga County Arts and Culture and by state tax dollars allocated by the Ohio Legislature to the Ohio Arts Council (OAC). The OAC is a state agency that funds and supports quality arts experiences to strengthen Ohio communities culturally, educationally, and economically.