THE LITTLE MERMAID Jr. now charming audiences at SUMMER THEATRE of NEW CANAAN’s 2013 Theatre Festival Season in Waveny Park

The Disney classic The Little Mermaid, Jr., has opened the the Summer Theatre of New Canaan (STONC) 2013 Theatre Festival in Waveny Park theatre for young audience program, and will run in “rep”(rotation) with our other children’s shows, Dr Seuss’s THE CAT IN THE HAT beginning June 29 and PINKALICIOUS THE MUSICAL beginning July 13. The Little Mermaid, Jr. performances are scheduled Friday, July 5th and all Saturdays and Sundays through August 11th.

Disney’s hour-long version of the Broadway hit is targeted for child audiences through age 14, and is perfect for young children and families. The story of Ariel and Prince Eric is popular with children everywhere, and this extended musical version of the fairy tale is sure not to disappoint.

            In a magical kingdom fathoms below, the beautiful young mermaid Ariel longs to leave her ocean home to live in the world above. But first, she'll have to defy her father King Triton, make a deal with the evil sea witch Ursula, and convince Prince Eric that she's the girl with the enchanting voice.

            Adapted from Disney's 2008 Broadway production, Disney's THE LITTLE MERMAID JR. features the hit songs "Part of Your World," "She's in Love," and the Oscar-winning "Under the Sea."

The Little Mermaid, Jr. features Sarah Mae Banning(Ariel), Bobby Godas(Prince Eric), Allie Potenza of New Canaan(Ursula), Johann George of Ridgefield(Sebastian), Christian Camporin of New Canaan(Flounder), Brian Wicker(King Triton), Danielle Defassio(Scuttle), Kellen Schult(Grimsby/Chef Louis), Chris Balestrie of Norwalk(Flotsam), and Tre Roldan of Norwalk(Jetsam) with Ali Tesluk of New Canaan, Katelyn Miles of Greenwich, Eileen Veghte of Westport, Eileen Cannon, Kasey Lee Huizinga, Stephanie Wasser, Daniela Sawyer of Westport, Claire Thompson of New Canaan and Zoe Seavey of Cos Cob.

The creative team includes Melody Libonati of New Canaan(Director), David Turner (Music Director), Kevin Hanna of Norwalk (Set Designer), Katie Oxman of New Canaan(Choreographer), and Orli Nativ (Costume Designer).

According to Artistic Director Melody Libonati, “The young family shows we have this season offer and exciting summer theatre experience for everyone to enjoy.”

All performances (rain or shine) are presented in the theatre’s spacious state-of-the-art open-air tent located in Waveny Park with reserved seating plus stage-side and orchestra box dining as well as open field seating and picnicking.

The Summer Theatre of New Canaan’s Tent opens 1hr prior to each performance for picnics or dining at reserved tables and the house opens 30 minutes prior to performance for regular ticket holders. Reserved seating is available online, by phone or can be purchased at the Tent box office 1 hour prior to curtain on performance days.

For directions via auto and train go to stonc.org and click on directions or set GPS units for Summer Theatre of New Canaan located at 11 Farm Road, New Canaan CT. Take the New Canaan High School Entrance and follow road to Dunning Field and Waveny Park. The Outdoor Tent Theatre and picnic areas are adjacent to Parking area.

Tickets may be purchased:

By phone: Box Office at 203.966.4634 (11-4 pm M-Sat)

Online at: stonc.org (24/7)

In person: at box office 60 minutes prior to each performance

 The Summer Theatre of New Canaan is wheelchair accessible. Please inform the box office of any special needs when reserving tickets.  For more information and up-to-date news about suggested parking, the theatre, the musicals, the actors and seating chart, visit stonc.org