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Opened: April 18, 1994
Closing: July 29, 2007

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Review: PASSION at EPAC
by Rich Mehrenberg - May 6, 2023


I appreciate and value EPAC’s efforts to bring this production to the Central Pennsylvania stage.  They continue to take risks and select material found “outside the box”. 

Inland Pacific Ballet Presents THE LITTLE MERMAID
by Stephi Wild - Apr 20, 2023


Inland Pacific Ballet returns this spring with its spectacular landmark production of The Little Mermaid, the classic tale about a young mermaid willing to give up her life in the sea for love.

Complete Cast and Creative Team Set for THE COTILLION World Premiere at A.R.T./New York
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Apr 3, 2023


New Georges and The Movement Theatre Company will present The Harriet Holland Social Club Presents The 84th Annual Star-Burst Cotillion in the Grand Ballroom of The Renaissance Hotel written and directed by Colette Robert.

Review: Belmont University Musical Theatre's BEAUTY AND THE BEAST Showcases Students' Immense Talents
by Jeffrey Ellis - Apr 1, 2023


Can you recall way, way back to 1991 when the Disney animated film version of Beauty and the Beast was first released? Well, even if you can’t, I certainly can remember how every theater aficionado I knew was exulting about the wondrous work and how it should be made into a live stage musical. In fact, it appeared that every film and theater critic worth his or her salt was noting the worthiness of such a transfer from film to stage.

BACK TO THE FUTURE North American Tour to Launch Summer 2024
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Mar 28, 2023


The 2022 Olivier Award-winning Best New Musical, BACK TO THE FUTURE: The Musical will launch a North American Tour in the summer of 2024. See tour stops, and learn how to purchase tickets!

BEAUTY AND THE BEAST at Desert Theatricals In Conjunction With The City Of Rancho Mirage
by Kay Kudukis - Mar 7, 2023


Desert Theatricals and presenting sponsor the City of Rancho Mirage are presenting their largest event to date! With stunning costumes, sets and special effects it's sure to be a crowd pleaser with professional actors and a live orchestra featuring the following actors with Broadway, Regional and Local credits in principal roles:

INTO THE WOODS & More Lead Boston's March Theater Top Picks
by BWW Staff - Feb 21, 2023


Boston is never lacking outstanding theatre, whether epic Broadway shows, engrossing dramas or bold fringe offerings. BroadwayWorld is rounding up our top recommended theatre every month. This month's top picks include INTO THE WOODS, ALADDIN, and more!

The Broadway League Announces Recipients of Inaugural League Leadership Awards
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Feb 21, 2023


The Broadway League has announced the recipients of the 2023 Broadway League Leadership Awards. See the list of recipients!

What Are the Longest Running Musicals That Haven't Been Revived (Yet)?
by Jennifer Ashley Tepper - Feb 5, 2023


This month, the reader question was: 'What are the longest running musicals that haven't been revived?'

Graham Phillips & Krystina Alabado to Star in SUNDAY IN THE PARK WITH GEORGE at Pasadena Playhouse
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Jan 12, 2023


Pasadena Playhouse has announced the cast for Sunday in the Park with George, the first production of the theater’s six-month-long celebration of Stephen Sondheim. See performances dates and how to purchase tickets!

Desert Thestricals Announces Casting For SOUTH PACIFIC, BEAUTY AND THE BEAST, And More
by Kay Kudukis - Jan 3, 2023


Desert Theatricals, LLC has announced casting for its 2023 season including SOUTH PACIFIC (Feb 17-19), BEAUTY & THE BEAST (Mar 17-19) and JOSEPH AND THE AMAZING TECHNICOLOR DREAMCOAT(Apr 14-16).

BEAUTY AND THE BEAST to Open at Fountain Hills Theater in January
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Dec 23, 2022


Fountain Hills Theater will present Disney’s Beauty and the Beast. This fun and family-friendly musical, adapted from the original Disney film, brings to life the timeless story of a selfish and hot-tempered prince who is turned into a hideous monster and must win the affection of a beautiful, young girl in order to regain his humanity.

Fountain Hills Theatre Presents BEAUTY AND THE BEAST
by Stephi Wild - Dec 15, 2022


Fountain Hills Theater has announced the opening of the musical Disney’s Beauty and the Beast. This fun and family-friendly musical, adapted from the original Disney film, brings to life the timeless story of a selfish and hot-tempered prince who is turned into a hideous monster and must win the affection of a beautiful, young girl in order to regain his humanity.

The El Capitan Celebrates Disney 100 Years With A DISNEY 100 MOVIE MARATHON
by A.A. Cristi - Dec 2, 2022


Tickets are on sale now to see the Disney 100 Movie Marathon at The El Capitan Theatre in Hollywood on January 1, 2023.

Celebrate the Princesses of Broadway on National Princess Day
by Team BWW - Nov 18, 2022


In celebration of National Princess Day, BroadwayWorld & Disney's Disenchanted are proud to present a special spotlight on princesses and fairytale heroines who've graced the stage and warmed our hearts.

Jon Jon Briones, Rizwan Manji & More Join ABC's BEAUTY & THE BEAST
by Michael Major - Oct 17, 2022


Martin Short has been confirmed to play Lumière; David Alan Grier will play Cogsworth; Rizwan Manji joins the cast as Gaston’s sidekick, LeFou; and Jon Jon Briones will play Belle’s loving father, Maurice. Rising star Leo Abelo Perry will play Chip alongside Shania Twain as Mrs. Potts. They join H.E.R., Rita Moreno, Joshua Henry, and Josh Groban.

David Alan Grier Joins ABC's BEAUTY AND THE BEAST 30th Anniversary Special as Cogsworth
by Michael Major - Sep 20, 2022


David Alan Grier has been cast as Cogsworth in ABC's upcoming animated and live-action blended special, “Beauty and the Beast: A 30th Celebration.” Grier will join the previously announced H.E.R. in the role of Belle, Joshua Henry as Gaston, Josh Groban as the Beast, and Rita Moreno as the Narrator.

Disney's New Production of BEAUTY AND THE BEAST Will Have Australian Premiere at Capitol Theatre in June 2023
by Stephi Wild - Aug 18, 2022


Disney Theatrical Productions Australia presents a glorious new production of Beauty and the Beast, which will have its premiere Australian season in Sydney from June 2023 at the Capitol Theatre. 

Tickets Available For Shoshana Bean and More At 54 Below
by Grace Cutler - Aug 5, 2022


Buy tickets for the next week of performances at 54 Below

See Jason Robert Brown & Shoshana Bean, the Four Alternate Queens of SIX and More at 54 Below in August
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Jul 29, 2022


Next month, 54 BELOW will present some of the brightest stars from Broadway, cabaret, jazz, and beyond. See Jason Robert Brown & Shoshana Bean, John Lloyd Young and more.

Disney Theatrical Productions Wins Two Webby Awards for Reopenings of THE LION KING and ALADDIN on TikTok
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Apr 28, 2022


Disney on Broadway’s Reopening on TikTok Live won ‘Best Social Video Event & Live Stream’ and a People’s Choice Award in the 26th Annual Webby Awards, honoring best of the internet, it was announced today.

VIDEO: First Look at BEAUTY AND THE BEAST UK & Ireland Tour
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Apr 7, 2022


Disney’s beloved Olivier Award-winning stage musical Beauty and the Beast - re-imagined and re-designed in a completely new production staged by members of the original award-winning creative team - will come to London in Summer 2022, as part of its UK & Ireland Tour.

Disney's BEAUTY AND THE BEAST is Coming To The London Palladium This Summer
by Stephi Wild - Jan 21, 2022


Disney's beloved Olivier Award-winning stage musical Beauty and the Beast - re-imagined and re-designed in a completely new production staged by members of the original award-winning creative team - will come to London in Summer 2022, as part of its UK & Ireland Tour.

Shaq Taylor to Join Disney's BEAUTY AND THE BEAST UK Tour for Summer Season
by A.A. Cristi - Jan 20, 2022


Disney's beloved Olivier Award-winning stage musical Beauty and the Beast - re-imagined and re-designed in a completely new production staged by members of the original award-winning creative team – will come to Birmingham in 2022, as part of the recently opened UK & Ireland Tour.

VIDEO: Sir Tim Rice Talks BEAUTY AND THE BEAST and More
by Stephi Wild - Jan 13, 2022


The 5th Avenue Theatre's Producing Artistic Director Bill Berry recently sat down to chat with lyricist Sir Tim Rice about his career and what makes Disney's Beauty and the Beast such a perennial piece of musical theater.

Other Productions of Beauty and the Beast

1994   Broadway Original Broadway Production
Broadway
1997   West End London Production
West End
1999   US Tour National Tour
US Tour
2010   US Tour NETworks National Tour
US Tour
2015   St. Louis, MO (Regional) The Muny's 2015 Production
St. Louis, MO (Regional)
2015   US Tour Non-Equity National Tour
US Tour
2018   Los Angeles Hollywood Bowl Concert Production
Los Angeles

Beauty and the Beast - 1994 Broadway Awards and Nominations

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1994 Theatre World Awards Performance Burke Moses

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