Beauty is in the eye of the ogre in Shrek The Musical, Jr., based on the Oscar-winning DreamWorks Animation film and fantastic Broadway musical, and the students at the Kickemuit Middle School have been hard at work bringing this performance to life with their enthusiasm and theatrical abilities. Part romance and part twisted fairy tale, Shrek The Musical, Jr. is an irreverently fun show with a powerful message for the whole family. With abundant opportunities for imaginative sets and costumes, and a host of over-the-top roles for an expandable cast, there's a something to enjoy for everyone in this dazzling adventure story.

All shows are at Kickemuit Middle School. Tickets are general admission and cost $10. Tickets will be available online at artsaliveri.org as well as at the door (cash and Venmo) before each performance. Show times are Saturday, May 17 at 7 p.m. and Sunday, May 18 at 1 p.m.

In advance of the show there will be a cast meet and greet at Kickemuit Middle School on Saturday, May 10 from 9:30 to 11 a.m. Light refreshments will be served. The is a free community event.

To learn more about the upcoming season for Arts Alive!, please visit artsaliveri.org.