Disney's THE LITTLE MERMAID Comes To The Ivory Theatre
By: Marianka Swain May. 31, 2016
It will indeed be a magical addition to our 2016 season when Family Musical Theater takes to the stage for their second show of the season, Disney's THE LITTLE MERMAID.
The Little Mermaid is a stage musical produced by Disney Theatrical, based on the hit animated 1989 Disney film of the same name and the classic story of the same name by Hans Christian Andersen about a mermaid who dreams of the world above the sea and gives up her voice to find love. Its book is by Doug Wright, music by Alan Menken and lyrics by Howard Ashman (written for the film), with additional lyrics by Glenn Slater.
The thrill of live theater is augmented, however, by the power of giving back to the community. A portion of the proceeds from the performances of The Little Mermaid will benefit Support Dogs, Inc., a St. Louis-based non-profit that provides service dogs and pet therapy to those in need in St. Louis and nationwide. FMT is thrilled to support SDI for a sixth straight season, and looks forward to continuing to raise money and awareness for this special group.
FMT is pleased to be returning to the Ivory Theatre in Carondelet. This building, which served the people of St. Boniface Catholic Church as their worship space for over 140 years, has been recently renovated into a fascinating theater space, incorporating elements of the original church throughout.
The Little Mermaid will run Friday, and Saturday, July 15, 16, 22, and 23, at 8 p.m., Thursday, July 21 at 8 p.m., and Sunday, July 17 and 24, at 2 p.m. at the Ivory Theatre, 7620 Michigan Avenue in Carondelet. Tickets are $20 in advance or at the door, with special discounts for seniors and children. Thursday nights are 2 for $25. Call 314-616-5966 for availability, or go to www.familymusicaltheater.org
FMT is a volunteer-run group that donates proceeds from its productions to a local charity. FMT has been giving the St. Louis community an opportunity to participate in live charitable Community Theater since 1989. To find out more information, please contact John R. Jauss at (314) 306-9150 or visit www.familymusicaltheater.org. Family Musical Theater is a registered 501(c)(3) non-profit organization in the State of Missouri.
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