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VIDEO: Go Behind The Scenes of BEAUTY AND THE BEAST with Susan Egan
by Alan Henry - Jul 23, 2018

BroadwayWorld is exclusively taking you behind the scenes of BEAUTY AND THE BEAST on our Instagram with Broadway's original Belle -  Susan Egan, who is reprising her iconic performance once again (for one last time!)

Tickets Go On Sale This Month For Trinity Rep's A CHRISTMAS CAROL
by Stephi Wild - Jul 23, 2018

Trinity Rep announces tickets to A Christmas Carol will go on sale Wednesday, July 25, 2018 beginning at 10:00 am. To celebrate the production, a limited engagement flash sale will offer patrons $4 off adult tickets to non-peak performances purchased July 25 - July 29 using code ACCFLASH. Tickets will be available for purchase by phone at (401) 351-4242, online at www.trinityrep.com, or in person at the theater's box office at 201 Washington Street, Providence. Last year's production was the highest selling show in the company's history and many performances sold out.

BWW Review: Susan Egan Returns Triumphantly to BEAUTY AND THE BEAST
by Don Grigware - Jul 23, 2018

Disney's Beauty and the Beast/book by Linda Woolverton/music by Alan Menken; lyrics by Howard Ashman & Tim Rice/originally produced by Disney Theatrical Productions/directed by Yvette Lawrence/choreographed by Cheryl Baxter/musical director: Dan Redfeld/5-Star Theatricals at the Kavli Theatre of  Thousand Oaks Civic Arts Plaza/through July 29 only Without question, 'Tale as old as time' fits the message of Beauty and the Beast, a story of true love, the most difficult to encounter. And once it's found, will it endure? Disney's adaptation of the fairy tale with its sweepingly imaginative spectacle won over even the hardest of hearts. The ani

BWW Review: DISNEY'S BEAUTY AND THE BEAST - Spectacular Spectacle
by Lynn Beaver - Jul 22, 2018

Austin's ZACH Theatre pulls out all the stops to create a spectacular production of the crowd favorite DISNEY'S BEAUTY AND THE BEAST.

BWW REVIEW: ALADDIN Is a Manic Ride on Disney's Magic Carpet
by Jan Nargi - Jul 21, 2018

The mania with which the late Robin Williams brilliantly voiced the Genie in the 1992 Disney animated film ALADDIN infuses every inch of Casey Nicholaw's high-octane Broadway musical production. Now on tour at the Boston Opera House through August 5, ALADDIN is a gilt-edged treasure chest of sensory overload that unabashedly begs for cheers - and gets them - throughout its two-and-a-half hour running time.

Social: Go Behind The Scenes of BEAUTY AND THE BEAST with Susan Egan
by Alan Henry - Jul 21, 2018

BroadwayWorld is exclusively taking you behind the scenes of BEAUTY AND THE BEAST on our Instagram with Broadway's original Belle -  Susan Egan, who is reprising her iconic performance once again (for one last time!)

Photo Flash: Susan Egan Returns to BEAUTY AND THE BEAST at 5-Star Theatricals
by A.A. Cristi - Jul 20, 2018

BroadwayWorld has a first look at Susan Egan reprising her Broadway performance of Belle in BEAUTY AND THE BEAST at 5-Star Theatricals in California! Check out the video below!

VIDEO: Get A First Look At Susan Egan In BEAUTY AND THE BEAST
by Alan Henry - Jul 20, 2018

BroadwayWorld has a first look at Susan Egan reprising her Broadway performance of Belle in BEAUTY AND THE BEAST at Five Star Theatrical in California! Check out the video below!

Social: Go Behind The Scenes of BEAUTY AND THE BEAST with Susan Egan Tomorrow!
by Alan Henry - Jul 20, 2018

BroadwayWorld is exclusively taking you behind the scenes of BEAUTY AND THE BEAST on our Instagram with Broadway's original Belle -  Susan Egan, who is reprising her iconic performance once again (for one last time!)

Cockpit In Court Summer Theatre Presents Disney's THE LITTLE MERMAID
by BWW News Desk - Jul 20, 2018

Cockpit in Court Summer Theatre, in residence at CCBC Essex, will perform Disney's The Little Mermaid from July 20 through August 5. All performances will be held at The Robert and Eleanor Romadka College Center, F. Scott Black Theatre, on the Essex campus, 7201 Rossville Boulevard.

BWW Previews: MIDLANDS THEATRE ROUNDUP in Columbia, SC 7/19 - Town Theatre presents DISNEY'S BEAUTY AND THE BEAST!
by Patrick Michael Kelly - Jul 19, 2018

A pair of Disney musicals open at Town and Village Square while Trustus keeps rocking with MEMPHIS!

Derby Dinner Playhouse Presents THE LITTLE MERMAID
by Stephi Wild - Jul 19, 2018

Derby Dinner Playhouse will present the Broadway musical, THE LITTLE MERMAID, opening July 11 and running through August 19, 2018. For ticket information please call 812-288-8281 or visit

O'Connell & Company Announces 2018-2019 Season Of Shows
by Julie Musbach - Jul 17, 2018

O'Connell & Company, the professional theatre in-residence at The Park School of Buffalo, presents an exciting 23rd season filled with regional premieres and popular classics that offer something for everyone. The upcoming season reaffirms the company's dedication to offering affordable, quality theatre in an intimate space.

Creative Cauldron Announces 2018-2019 Season
by Julie Musbach - Jul 17, 2018

The 2018-19 Season marks Creative Cauldron's tenth year producing and presenting live theater and music. This season includes a diverse range of programming for adults and families alike. Highlighting the season will be a world premiere musical, On Air, written by internationally produced duo Stephen Gregory Smith and Matt Conner. On Air is the final installment of Creative Cauldron's five-year "Bold New Works for Intimate Stages" initiative.

Photo Flash: BEAUTY AND THE BEAST Comes to ZACH Theatre
by A.A. Cristi - Jul 17, 2018

ZACH Theatre is proud to announce the cast for the worldwide smash hit musical, Disney's Beauty and the Beast featuring the animated film's Academy Award-winning score with music by Alan Menken and lyrics by the late Howard Ashman, with additional songs composed by Alan Menken and lyrics by Tim Rice, and book by Linda Woolverton. Disney's Beauty and the Beast plays ZACH's Topfer Stage from July 11-September 2, 2018 under the direction of Associate Artistic Director Abe Reybold with musical direction by Allen Robertson and choreography by Sara Burke.

Tickets Are On Sale Now For Disney's ALADDIN At The Fox Theatre
by Stephi Wild - Jul 14, 2018

Disney Theatrical Productions and Fifth Third Bank Broadway in Atlanta announced today that tickets for the long-awaited engagement of Disney's Aladdin will go on sale to the public on Friday, July 13. The hit Broadway musical will begin performances at the Fox Theatre on Wednesday, September 12 for a limited two week engagement through Sunday, September 23 as the premier of the Fifth Third Bank Broadway in Atlanta 2018/2019 season.

At The Ridge Theatre Presents THE LITTLE MERMAID
by Julie Musbach - Jul 13, 2018

Based on one of Hans Christian Andersen's most beloved stories and the classic animated Disney film, this musical is a hauntingly beautiful love story for the ages. Ariel, King Triton's youngest daughter, wishes to pursue the human Prince Eric in the world above, bargaining with the evil sea witch Ursula, to trade her tail for legs. But the bargain is not what it seems, and Ariel needs the help of her colorful friends, Flounder the fish, Scuttle the seagull and Sebastian the crab to restore order under the sea. This fishy fable will capture your heart with its irresistible songs, including 'Under the Sea', Kiss the Girl' and 'Part of Your World'.

West End's ALADDIN And THE LION KING Announce Summer Pop-up Experience
by Stephi Wild - Jul 13, 2018

Disney's hit West End musicals Aladdin and The Lion King have today announced that a summer Pop-Up will open its doors to Disney fans old and new in Covent Garden throughout August. Located at 25 Long Acre in the heart of Theatreland, the Pop-Up will be open every day from Tuesday 31st July until Sunday 26th August with a host of free interactive experiences and special events to enjoy.

TheaterWorks Presents Family Favorite THE LITTLE MERMAID
by BWW News Desk - Jul 13, 2018

Based on one of Hans Christian Andersen's most beloved stories and the classic animated film, Disney's The Little Mermaid is a hauntingly beautiful love story for the ages. With music by eight-time Academy Award winner, Alan Menken, lyrics by Howard Ashman and Glenn Slater and a compelling book by Doug Wright, this fishy fable will capture your heart with its irresistible songs, including "Under the Sea," "Kiss the Girl" and "Part of Your World."

Photo Flash: Rivertown Theater's BEAUTY & THE BEAST Opens July 12
by Julie Musbach - Jul 11, 2018

As part of its Summer Theater Festival for Families, Rivertown Theaters will close out its 2017-2018 season with a lavish production of one of Disney's timeless Broadway musicals that continues to be a favorite with multi-generationsJuly 12 – 22.

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