Toderick Hall, who gained popularity through his role as a judge on RuPaul's Drag Race (as well as American Idol), is set to be part of the cast of the upcoming London run of Shrek. Hall has also recently been announced for the stage adaptation of Burlesque in Manchester this June.

Although most commonly recognized for his TV appearances, Hall is no stranger to Broadway and the West End with roles in The Color Purple, Memphis, and Kinky Boots.

Hall will be joined onstage by Antony Lawrence as Shrek, Joanne Clifton as Princess Fiona, James Gillan as Lord Farquaad and Cherece Richards as Dragon. Shrek the musical is written by David Lindsey-Abaire and Jeanine Tesori.

The production will run from July 19 for six weeks at the Hammersmith Eventim Apollo. Grab your tickets now!

What is the story of Shrek?

Shrek (Antony Lawrence), a large green ogre, lives alone in his swamp. When a whole host of fairytale creatures, evicted from the Kingdom of Duloc, begin squatting on his land, Shrek sets off to address the matter with Lord Farquaad (James Gillan). On his way, he rescues Donkey (Todrick Hall) from a gang of Farquaad's ruffians. The grateful Donkey offers his friendship and guidance to the lost and grumpy ogre. At Castle Duloc, Farquaad demands that in exchange for getting his swamp back, Shrek must rescue Princess Fiona (Joanne Clifton), whom he intends to marry. But Fiona is not your average damsel in distress, and holds her own alarming secret that changes everything!

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