Westben

06/10/2026

It takes an army to build a swamp… and honestly, Far Far Away would not survive without this one.

Somewhere between the lighting cues, the glitter, the set chaos, and the “wait—where did that ogre ear go?” moments, this crew basically built a living, breathing ecosystem worthy of a certain beloved swamp-dweller.

A huge shoutout to the incredible production team:

Directed by Linda Kash
Designed by Bekky O’Neil
Stage Managed by Hajni Hos
Sound by Andy Thompson
Lighting by Catherine Warrener
Production Coordination by Dan Graham
Production Assistant support from Zoe, Marni, Val, & Janice
Makeup magic by Chris Rank and Sue Patterson
Set crew assistance from Rob Wood

…and an amazing Parent Crew & Volunteers squad led by pure chaos energy and heart.
Lorraine Morford, Blythe Webber, Amanda Robertson, Ashley Townsend, Kate Wilson, Emily & Travis Pomeroy, Michelle Jones, Camilla, Ann-Marie Ingram, Stephanie Franklin, and Barb Allen

Honestly, it’s giving full-on ogre infrastructure.

Because when you really think about it, building a swamp isn’t just mud and moss—it’s teamwork, laughter, late nights, misplaced props, and a whole lot of “this’ll work… right?”

Somewhere between the chaos and the creativity, something magical happens: a community shows up and builds a world together.

And if you squint a little… you can almost hear an ogre saying it best:

“People think swamp is simple. Swamp is not simple. Swamp is layers.”

Just like this production. 💚

06/10/2026

Shrek opens in just TWO DAYS!
The countdown is on, and we can’t wait to welcome audiences to this unforgettable production! Early attendees are already calling it “the best musical they’ve seen at Westben.”

Don’t miss your chance to experience the laughter, heart, and magic of Shrek: The Musical. Tickets are going fast—secure yours today!

📞 Call the Box Office now: 705-653-5777

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06/09/2026

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06/09/2026

Only 3 days until Shrek the Musical opens at Westben!

The swamp is almost full, and only a handful of tickets remain for performances. Don’t miss this hilarious, heartwarming adventure packed with fairy-tale fun, big laughs, and unforgettable music.

06/08/2026

Shrek the Musical opens THIS FRIDAY! Don’t miss your chance to see this jaw dropping performance.

06/08/2026

Whenever a ticket to Shrek the Musical sells, this is what happens…💚

06/08/2026

BREAKING NEWS FROM THE SWAMP

The early reviews are in, and the verdict is unanimous...

⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️

Westben’s *Shrek The Musical* is a swamp-sized hit!

After a special sneak peek, audience members were all smiles, calling the show funny, heartwarming, and absolutely unforgettable.

Now the wait is almost over...

🎭 Opening Night is THIS FRIDAY!
🎟️ There are only SIX performances.
💚 Tickets are limited.

If you've been thinking about joining Shrek, Donkey, Fiona, and the whole fairy tale gang, now’s the time. Once these six shows are gone, they're gone!

Don't miss the musical event everyone will be talking about this summer.

https://www.westben.ca/Events/

06/08/2026

SomeBODY once told us summer was about to get a whole lot more magical…

Here’s your FIRST OFFICIAL LOOK at Shrek The Musical, opening the summer season at Westben THIS Friday! Get ready for big laughs, big heart, and a fairytale adventure like no other. 🧅 Don’t miss seeing Andrew Tees as Shrek, Kim Dafoe as Princess Fiona, Lauren Lafayette Brooks as Donkey & Patrick Shannon as Lord Farquaad.

06/07/2026

Join us around the campfire for an unforgettable evening of music, storytelling, and connection at Natural Balance on June 27.

We're honoured to welcome Dave Mowat of Alderville First Nation—former Chief, community historian, educator, and acclaimed blues musician. Through a lifetime dedicated to preserving and sharing Mississauga history, Dave brings a unique perspective on the relationship between people, place, and story. His work has helped deepen understanding of the presence and contributions of southern Ontario Mississauga First Nations, while his passion for music has seen him share stages with blues legends and collaborate with some of Canada's finest musicians.

Natural Balance features Dave Mowat alongside Clayton Yates, Jordan Mowat, Ansley Simpson, Cale Crowe, and special guests, it promises an intimate and evocative evening celebrating Indigenous voices through music, art, and storytelling.

📅 Saturday, June 27, 2026
🕖 7:00 PM
🔥 Around the Westben Campfire

Come experience the power of story, song, and the natural balance that connects us all.

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06/04/2026

Canoodling? Check. Matrix moves? Check. Piggies? Naturally. 🐷

Just another totally normal rehearsal filled with unexpected antics, and a whole lot of fun. We can't wait to share the final result with you!