Photo Flash: OCP Sets Special Events for Disney's BEAUTY AND THE BEAST; Sneak Peek at the Stars in Costume!

In celebration of Disney's Beauty and the Beast, Omaha Community Playhouse's first Disney production running in the Hawks Mainstage Theatre May 26 - June 25, 2017, OCP will host several themed events for ticket holders, including an Opening Night Enchanting Extravaganza on Friday, May 26 with free pre-show activities for ticket holders beginning at 6:00 p.m. Scroll down for a sneak peek at the stars in costume!

Pending weather and availability, opening night activities will include a "provincial village" mini petting zoo outdoors featuring small farm animals; "Gaston's strength challenge" high striker game; and "Belle's Beauty Boutique" hair styling for boys and girls. Complimentary desserts and beverages will also be available. Activities take place from 6:00 p.m. to 7:15 p.m. for ticket holders of that evening's performance. No separate registration is required for these activities, which are generously supported by Great Western Bank.

Omaha Community Playhouse will also host Beauty and the Beast Royal Teas before all Sunday matinee performances May 28 - June 25, 2017 beginning at 12:45 p.m. Guests will enjoy a dessert and beverage, participate in a themed craft and be visited by a special guest before attending the 2:00 p.m. performance. Space is limited to 30 people per date and advance registration is required for these events at $15 per guest. The May 28 Royal Tea is sold out and there is limited seating for the June 11 event. For questions, contact Jana Coburn at (402) 553-4890, ext. 147 or jcoburn@omahaplayhouse.com.

Additionally, 20 minutes prior to the start of each performance an actor from the show will lead the children in the audience in educational warm-ups. Children in the audience will also receive a child-friendly printed program with activities. This is in conjunction with OCP's educational wing, the Henry Fonda Theatre Academy.

Step into the enchanted world of the beloved musical, Disney's Beauty and the Beast. This classic story of Belle, a young woman in a provincial town, and the Beast, a young prince trapped under the spell of an enchantress, is guaranteed to entertain all audiences. If the Beast can learn to love and be loved, the curse will end and he will be transformed to his former self - but time is running out. If the Beast does not learn his lesson soon, he and his household will be doomed for all eternity. This "tale as old as time" is filled with spectacular costumes and sets and is a must-see for the whole family.

Disney's Beauty and the Beast runs May 26 - June 25, 2017, playing Wednesday-Saturday, 7:30 p.m. and Sunday, 2 p.m. There will be two Saturday matinees at 2 p.m. on June 17 and June 24, 2017 only. Get your tickets at the OCP Box Office, by calling (402) 553-0800 or online at www.OmahaPlayhouse.com or www.TicketOmaha.com. The Omaha Community Playhouse, Hawks Mainstage Theatre is located at 6915 Cass Street, Omaha, NE 68132.