Victoria Theatre Association proudly announces the PNC Family Series presentation of Beauty and the Beast, April 2-3, 2011 at 1 pm and 3:30 pm at the Victoria Theatre.
American Family Theatre, the nation's premiere producer of family musicals, is presenting an all-new full-production of Beauty and the Beast. The musical is based on the original 18th century French tale, not the Disney version. Beauty and the Beast will captivate audiences with fancy costumes, beautiful songs and dance numbers."Their shows burst with energy, song, and special effects. Again and again, American Family Theatre proves how strong it is in creating original contemporary theater. Their engaging productions wonderfully command the attention of young audiences, and their spirit is contagious." - The New York TimesCome in costume (as "Beauty" or the "Beast")! A" Beauty" and a "Beast" costume on hand for kids to dress up in. Parents and grandparents are encouraged to bring cameras for this activity. Kids and adults can also create a special Beauty and the Beast themed craft on the 3rd floor of the Victoria Theatre one hour before each performance.
The Non-Profit Partner for Beauty and the Beast is Hannah's Treasure Chest. Patrons coming to Beauty and the Beast are asked to bring donations of new socks and new underwear for both boys and girls. There is also a particular need for boy's shorts. To find out more about Hannah's Treasure Chest, visit www.hannahstreasure.org.Beauty and the Beast will appear at the Victoria Theatre, April 2-3, 2011 at 1pm and 3:30pm. Adult tickets are $18; Children's tickets are $16. Discounts are also available for senior citizens, students and groups. To purchase tickets, call Ticket Center Stage at 937-228-3630, toll free at 888-228-3630 or on-line at www.ticketcenterstage.com. Tickets can also be purchased in person at the Ticket Center Stage Box Office, located in the Wintergarden of the Benjamin & Marian Schuster Performing Arts Center in downtown Dayton. Ticket Center Stage hours are Monday - Friday, 10 a.m. - 6 p.m., Saturday, noon - 4 p.m., and two hours prior to each performance.
For 25 years, Victoria Theatre Association has presented quality, entertaining programs complete with pre-performance craft activities and study guides (available online) for each production. Tailored to children ages 4-12 and their families, the PNC Family Series is one of the largest and oldest performing arts series for children in the Miami Valley.The official candy of Victoria Theatre Association's PNC Family Series is Esther Price Candies Corporation. Support for Victoria Theatre Association's Family Advocacy Program is provided by SoBran Inc.For more information about the 2010-2011 PNC Family Series and Beauty and the Beast visit: http://www.victoriatheatre.com/10-11-family-series.
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