Behind the Scenes of The Princess Bride Shadow Cast

East Texas Living gets an exclusive look at the upcoming shadow cast performances in Tyler

Jan. 30, 2026 at 3:55pm

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East Texas Living reporters David Gibson and Tori Bean went behind the curtain to get a sneak peek at the upcoming shadow cast performances of the classic film The Princess Bride at Liberty Hall in Tyler, Texas. The shows are scheduled for February 6-7, 2026.

Why it matters

The Princess Bride is a beloved cult classic film, and shadow cast performances allow fans to engage with the movie in an interactive and immersive way. This story provides readers a glimpse into the preparation and passion of the local shadow cast troupe bringing the film to life on stage.

The details

Gibson and Bean interviewed members of the shadow cast, who described the process of memorizing lines, choreographing movements, and creating costumes to authentically recreate the movie. The reporters also put the cast members to the test, having them perform impromptu scenes from the film.

  • The Princess Bride shadow cast shows will take place on February 6-7, 2026.

The players

David Gibson

A reporter for East Texas Living who went behind the scenes of the Princess Bride shadow cast.

Tori Bean

A reporter for East Texas Living who accompanied David Gibson to cover the Princess Bride shadow cast.

Liberty Hall

The venue in Tyler, Texas where the Princess Bride shadow cast performances will be held.

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The takeaway

This story provides readers an exclusive look at the passion and dedication of local theater enthusiasts bringing a beloved film to life through interactive shadow cast performances, allowing fans to immerse themselves in the world of The Princess Bride.