Beauty and the Beast at Gem Theatre

Spend the holidays at home at The GEM and step into the enchanted world of Broadways modern classic, Disneys Beauty and the Beast! This Tony Award Winning, international sensation played a remarkable 13-year run on Broadway and has been produced in 37 countries worldwide. Based on the Academy Award-winning animated feature, the stage version includes all of the wonderful songs written by Alan Menken and the late Howard Ashman, along with new songs by Mr. Menken and Tim Rice.The classic story tells of Belle, a young woman in a provincial town, and the Beast, who is really a young prince trapped under the spell of an enchantress. If the Beast can learn to love and be loved, the curse will end, and he will be transformed into 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 fun for the whole family; with spectacular music, costumes, sets and grand production numbers. Be our guest and experience the magic of this timeless fairytale! BEAUTY AND THE BEAST is directed by Damien Lorton. The cast includes Brittany Gerardi as Belle; Bryan Fraser as Beast; Nick Seigel as Gaston; Beth Hansen as Mrs. Potts; Brayden Martino as Lumiere; Peter Crisafulli as Cogsworth; Hunter Nelson as Lefou; and Siena as Chip. The performances are backed by a live 7-piece band.