Belle (JANELLE LASALLE), searches for something more than her provincial life in Berkeley Playhouse's production of Disney's Beauty and the Beast, directed by Kimberly Dooley. Performing at the Julia Morgan Theater now through December 23, 2016. Photo by Photo

From: Photo Flash: Berkeley Playhouse Presents Disney's BEAUTY AND THE BEAST

Founded in 2007 by professional theatre actor, director, and teacher for over 25 years, Elizabeth McKoy, Berkeley Playhouse's mission is to create theatre and programs that engage, ignite, and celebrate diverse Bay Area audiences through a thriving conservatory, a professional main stage season, educational outreach, and a commitment to the development of new family musicals. In support of our mission, we maintain and enhance the historic Julia Morgan Theater. A commitment to community, diversity, inclusion, and empowerment is at the heart of our work.