A creative choice to feature a Pride flag in “Shrek the Musical” at Parker’s PACE Center has ignited controversy, prompting complaints, sponsor backlash and a public stand by the cast.

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Encore Musicals has announced its 2026 season, featuring productions ranging from heartfelt stories to fairy-tale fun for all ages. The lineup includes Smoke on the Mountain, The Spitfire Grill, Shrek ...

Batavia Studios’ upcoming production of “Shrek the Musical” sees its cast of children and teens “delving into these silly ...

There is this major lack of empathy out there right now,' says the bearded Mike Waid, who plays three roles in controversial ...

To my surprise, I wholeheartedly enjoyed the performance and was amazed by the comedic timing, demeanor and stage presence of ...

A dispute over the display of pride flags during a performance of “Shrek the Musical” in Parker has sparked concerns among ...

The cast decided to "protest this request" mid-show by performing with the flags anyway, sparking a larger debate about art ...

The cast of Shrek the Musical at Parker Arts' Parker Schoolhouse Theatre did not fold when the town asked them to tone things down. Instead, the actors with Sasquatch Productions paused a sold-out ...