Performances of ‘Beauty and the Beast’ begin soon at Leeds theatre

By Sandi NIcholson/For The Leeds News

The Leeds Arts Council’s production of Disney's Beauty and the Beast will take the stage July 16, 17, 18, 23, 24, 25, 31 and August 1 at 7 p.m. and July 19 and 26 at 2 p.m. All tickets are $15 and reservations are recommended. Beauty and the Beast is the story of a beautiful girl, named Belle, who lives with her father – a dotty inventor.

When her father doesn’t return from a trip to a local fair, Belle rushes off to find him. To her dismay, she discovers he is being held captive in an old castle by a horrible beast. She trades her freedom for his and the “tale as old as time” begins. How Belle tames the unfortunate Beast and his transformation into a handsome prince continues to enthrall audiences on Broadway nightly. In an unprecedented move, Disney has allowed Music Theatre International to license stage performances of the show while the show continues to play in New York. Can the Beast be made human again before the last petal falls from the rose?

Disney’s Beauty and the Beast offers a great opportunity to bring the community together for family theatre at its best.

For reservations, please call the Leeds Theatre and Arts Center at 699-1892.

Leave your name, phone number, the number of tickets you require, and the date you wish to attend. Someone will call you to confirm your reservation. The theatre only accepts cash or checks. No credit or debit cards. Handicapped accessible. Free parking.

To the delight of children of all ages we will offer extra Beauty and the Beast Packages in addition to the cost of the ticket.

BE OUR GUEST! For $5 above the cost of the ticket you may meet Belle, Beast, Lumiere Cogsworth, Mrs. Potts and Chip in the Gazebo beside the theatre. Special treats made by Mrs. Potts will be given and you can take your picture with your favorite characters. This is available before the Saturday shows on July 18, 25 and August 1 beginning at 4 p.m. until 6:30 p.m. Bring your camera and share your memories of Beauty and the Beast.

TEA WITH MRS. POTTS! Add $10 to your ticket price and have tea and cookies with Mrs. Potts and Chip! Mrs. Potts will host a tea party for you and your friend. Goodies made by Mrs. Potts will be served in the theatre. Chip and other favorites may stop in to join the tea party! This is available before the Saturday shows on July 18, 25 and August 1 starting at 4-6:30 p.m. Two weeks advance booking is recommended by calling 699-1892 and leave your name, phone number, the number in your party and what date you wish to attend. Someone will call and confirm your reservation. Limited seating available.

DINNER WITH BELLE! Add $20 to your ticket price and have dinner with Belle and her friends. A catered meal and dessert will be served in the enchanted castle. This is available before the Thursday and Friday performances, July 16, 17, 23, 24 and 31, starting at 4:30 p.m. and 5:30 p.m. Two week advance booking is required and reservations can be made by calling 699-1892. Please leave your name, phone number, the number in your party and the date you wish to attend. Limited seating available.

Add to the magic of Disney’s “Beauty and the Beast” by purchasing your own lighted rose for $5. They will be sold in the lobby before each show and during intermission.

We invite you and your family to a wonderful night and/or afternoon of family theatre at its best!

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