Barn Theatre School Will Present DISNEY'S THE LITTLE MERMAID Through July 31

Making a splash onto the Barn Theatre stage is DISNEY'S THE LITTLE MERMAID playing July 19 through July 31.

Based on one of Hans Christian Andersen's most beloved stories, Disney's animated film and hit Broadway musical, THE LITTLE MERMAID tells the story of Ariel (portrayed by Barn favorite Melissa Cotton Hunter), who longs to leave her ocean home - and her fins - behind and live in the world above. She'll first have to defy her father King Triton (portrayed by Barn leading man Eric Parker), make a deal with the evil sea witch Ursula (portrayed by Barn leading lady Penelope Alex), and convince the handsome Prince Eric (Barn favorite Jamey Grisham) that she's the girl whose enchanting voice he's been seeking. With Sebastian (portrayed by newcomer Michael Fisher), Flounder (played by second apprentice Kasady Kwiatkowska) and Scuttle (first year apprentice Quinn Moran) by her side, she embarks on an adventure of a lifetime.

Rounding out the cast are John Jay Espino as Grimsby, Patrick Hunter as Chef Louis, Charlie King as Prince's Eric's pilot, Hannah Eakin, Samantha Rickard, Andrea Arvanigian, Jackie Blasting, Lauren Landman, and Sarah Lazar as the Mersisters, as well as Brooke Evans and Nicholas R. Whittaker as Flotsam and Jetsam, Ursula's eels.

THE LITTLE MERMAID features several classic songs including "Under The Sea," "Kiss The Girl" and "Part of Your World," as well as new songs written by Oscar-winning Disney composer Alan Menken, the mastermind behind "Beauty and the Beast," "Aladdin" and "Pocahontas." Lyrics are by Howard Ashman and Glenn Slater with a book by Doug Wright.

Disney's THE LITTLE MERMAID is sponsored by WKZO AM 590 and Behnke Transportation.

Performances for DISNEY'S THE LITTLE MERMAID are Tuesday - Saturday at 8:00 pm and Sunday at 5:00 pm July 19 - 31.

The Barn Theatre School is very pleased to offer two ASL Interpreters performances of Disney's THE LITTLE MERMAID on July 21 & 28 sponsored by Eaton.

The Backstage Xperience program will be offered for Disney's THE LITTLE MERMAID - July 21, 22, 27, 28 & 29. For details and registration call 269-731-1151. The Backstage Xperience is sponsored by The Guido A. & Elizabeth H. Binda Foundation, CM Contracting, Eaton, The Gary Sisters Foundation, Post, Suzanne Upjohn Delano Parish Foundation.

The Barn Theatre is located on M-96, west of Augusta. Tickets are $37 for adults and $25 for children 12 and under for all performances. Visa, MasterCard, Discover and American Express are accepted. Group rates available. The Box Office is open daily 10:00 am-10:00 pm. Click on the Box Office link - Tickets may now be purchased on the internet or on your smart phone via PayPal. ~ To reserve tickets at the Box Office - Call today: (269) 731-4121 or visit www.barntheatreschool.org

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