Local talent will take the stage this week for the Washington Community Theater production of Shrek the Musical. Vern Miller, who plays the lead ogre Shrek, explains the show is similar to the movie with original songs made for the Broadway musical. He adds it’s been a lot of fun to pull together and there is a lot of local talent – actors, dancers and singers.

Opening night is this Thursday at 7:30 p.m. at the Washington Community Center. Shrek the Musical will be on stage Thursday through Saturday this week and next at 7:30 p.m. and Sunday at 2:30 p.m. Tickets can be purchased in advance online or at the door.