dance life
In the murky depths of the theatre world, where creativity meets comedy and Shrek meets burlesque, lies the hilarious production of Swamplesque. As the disclaimer hilariously reminds us, this isn’t your typical DreamWorks affair, but rather a raucous parody that’ll have you laughing until your sides ache and your cheeks hurt from grinning.
The production takes the beloved story of Shrek and flips it on its head, adding a generous dose of sass, sparkle, and skin. We follow the adventures of the anti-social ogre Shrek (played by the aptly named Trigger Happy), his lovably chatty sidekick Donkey (portrayed with gusto by Henny Spaghetti), and the feisty Princess Fiona (brought to life by the fabulous Tash York). Along the way, we encounter a motley crew of characters, including the diminutive Lord Farquaad (played with campy charm by Rainbow), the sultry Dragon (the fierce Bebe Gunn), the mischievous Gingerbread Man (embodied by the delightful Tugboat Taffy), and the enigmatic Magic Mirror (skilfully portrayed by the mesmerising Barron Von Envy), each adding their own flair to the twisted tale.
As patrons step into the theatre, they’re greeted by the warm and loving embrace of melodious tunes, wrapping around them like a playful dance partner, inviting them into the whimsical fairy tale world. The lights dimmed, casting a hush over the space, as if the stage itself held its breath in anticipation of what was to come. And then, like a bolt of lightning, the show burst forth with its electrifying choreography and powerhouse performances, igniting the stage with its infectious energy and charm.