This “tale as old as time” has thrilled more than 20 million people worldwide with show-stopping musical numbers, astonishing sets, and lavish costumes. Based on the Academy Award-winning animated feature, the stage version includes all of the wonderful songs written by Alan Menken and the late Howard Ashman, along with new songs by Mr. Menken and Tim Rice. The original Broadway production ran for over thirteen years and was nominated for nine Tony Awards, including Best Musical.

“Due to COVID, our annual musical has been postponed for two years.” says HfA Executive Director Dan Watson. “We’re thrilled to finally be able to share this fantastic musical with our community. It’s a story that all ages can enjoy together.”

The local production will feature the talents of over 50 local performers and crew members of all ages. Mallary Davenport will take the helm as Director as well as choreography and set design. Alana Nuedling will take on Musical Direction while Costumes will be designed by Barb Hartwick. Barb will also take on the role of Mrs. Potts, and will be joined by other actors taking on lead roles including Skye Goulbourne as Belle, Jim Kelly as the Beast, and Tim Lucier as Gaston. Full casting to be announced soon.

Advance tickets for Beauty and the Beast are now on sale exclusively to HfA Members. The General Public can purchase tickets starting November 15^th at 10am through the Algonquin Theatre Box Office. Ticket prices are $30.00 for adults and $20.00 for youth (18 and under).  Special prices (available only by calling the box office) are available for a family of four ($90) and for groups of 10 or more (only $25.00 per ticket).  All prices include HST.

“We know the cost of living has increased greatly.” Adds Rotary Member Will Gibson. “That’s why we have decided to keep our ticket prices at the pre-pandemic level in order to keep the musical as financially accessible as possible.”

Now in its 12^th year, this annual spring Musical Production is a collaboration between Huntsville Festival of the Arts and the Rotary Club of Huntsville.

To purchase tickets, visit huntsvillefestival.ca or call 705-789-4975

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Auditions will be for actors 16 years of age and older. Featured roles available include: Chip, Maurice, LeFou, Lumière, Madame de la Grande Bouche, Monsieur D’arque. There are also several positions in the ensemble as well. Those who would like to schedule an audition time may complete an online Audition Request by visiting huntsvillefestival.ca. Full details regarding what to prepare can be found on the website. Registration is first come, first served and will be open from November 19^th at noon to November 27^th at noon.

Walk Ins on the day of the auditions will be slotted into the audition process as soon as time permits. Please note that all roles are non-paying. All cast members must be fully vaccinated to participate.

“We’re thrilled to bring back our annual musical”, notes Dan Watson, Executive Director of Huntsville Festival of the Arts.  “So many in our community have missed live performance during the pandemic. The annual Spring Musical is a popular and much anticipated event. We are looking forward to providing the opportunity for our community to experience live theatre again, and this is a fantastic opportunity for local actors to be part of its return”.

Rehearsals will take place Wednesday evenings and Sunday afternoons starting in January. The musical will run for seven performances at the Algonquin Theatre in Huntsville from April 1^st to 10^th, 2022. COVID-19 restrictions will be as per the provincial COVID-19 regulations on the date of event.

The production will feature a talented and seasoned creative team led by Director Mallary Davenport. Mallary is a trained theatre artist who is the owner of the Monarch Performing Arts Studio and also directed a production of Oliver for Huntsville Festival of the Arts in 2018.

Now in its 12^th year, this annual spring Musical Production is a collaboration between Huntsville Festival of the Arts and the Rotary Club of Huntsville.

For more information on auditions, please contact Dan Watson at dan@huntsvillefestival.ca

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