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Disney's "Beauty And The Beast" At The Media Theatre Thru Jan. 14

With a cast of professional actors and a live orchestra

Disney's smash hit Broadway musical "Beauty And The Beast" is on The Media Theatre stage for the holiday season. It plays through January 14, 2018.

The show is based on the Oscar nominated animated film. A live action movie based on the Broadway musical was released this past year, becoming 2017's biggest box office sensation.

The stage version features all of the songs written by Alan Menken and the late Howard Ashman, along with a few new songs created specifically for the stage version. The original Broadway production of "Beauty And The Beast" ran for over thirteen years and was nominated for nine Tony Awards, including Best Musical.

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The story focuses on Belle, a young woman, and the Beast, who is really a young prince trapped under the spell of an enchantress. The Beast must learn to love and be loved so that the curse will end. With time running out, if the Beast does not learn his lesson soon, he and his household will be doomed for eternity.

Disney's "tale as old as time" is a treat for the eyes as well as the ears, with one of the most romantic narratives of all time as well as much humor and adventure. Love truly does conquer all, as all ages appreciate the message of "Beauty And The Beast".

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The show at Media Theatre features a cast of professional actors (the theatre is affiliated with Actors Equity Association) and is directed and choreographed by Dann Dunn, with music direction by Ben Kapilow (Delaware County's only professional music theatre features a live orchestra).

For tickets, call 610-891-0100 or GET TICKETS HERE

Pictured: Alanna J. Smith as Belle (photo by Greg Carroccio)

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