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‘Shrek, The Musical!’ coming to Staples stage

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Source: Brainerd Dispatch

STAPLES — The Staples-Motley High School and Lamplighter Community Theater are presenting their production of “Shrek: The Musical!” Nov. 19-22 at the Staples Motley High School Centennial Auditorium. Directed by Heidi Mintz and produced by Kevin Olsen, the students and community members have spent their evenings working tirelessly to create a show that will entertain and “embolden you to let your freak flag fly!” organizers said in a news release. Long time Staples-Motley band director Jeff Iverson and current choir director Cade Bestland are leading the ensemble and live orchestra. Nikki Pastewitz has trained the guards, fairies, and creatures of all kinds in choreography. Seasoned student performers Maddock Harvey (Lord Farquaad) and Jackson Alexander (Donkey) have helped community members Eric Neznik (Shrek) and Annie Capistrant (Fiona) in their return to the stage.

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