Disney’s Beauty and the Beast JR. will be performed by the Elk County Council on the Arts Summer Theater Camp students on Friday, June 28 at 7 PM. The approximately 60-minute musical, designed for youth performers, is based on the 1994 Broadway production and Disney’s 1991 animated feature film. The production will be directed by Mr. Adam Brooks and performed at the St. Marys Area High School Carpin Auditorium.

Beauty and the Beast JR. tells the story of Belle, an adventurous young girl, and the Beast, her hideous captor who is actually a young prince trapped under a spell. In order to break the spell, the Beast must learn to love another and earn her love in return – before time runs out. With the help of the castle’s enchanted staff, including a loving teapot, a charming candelabra, and a nervous mantel clock, Belle and the Beast find a beautiful friendship and love that neither knew was possible. Beauty and the Beast JR. features classic songs from the Academy Award®-winning film score such as “Be Our Guest” and “Belle,” as well as original songs from the 1994 Tony®-nominated Broadway musical.

There is no admission fee to attend the performance, and everyone is welcome. Donations are appreciated at the door but are not necessary. Due to construction at the St. Marys Area High School, please be aware that parking will be limited to the Middle School parking lot. Please see the diagram below for full parking and entrance information.

Summer Theater Camp is a weeklong experience for youth entering grade 3 in the fall of 2024, through this spring’s graduating seniors. Camp will be held Monday, June 24 through Friday, June 28 at the St. Marys Area High School.

🥀 Summer Theater Camp is FULL. Registration is now closed.🌹

FAQ

-When will auditions be held?
We will announce auditions very soon! Please register now so we know you’re fully committed and have your contact information so you don’t miss anything!

-What about the construction project?
We are so thankful that we have been permitted to use the SMAHS auditorium in the middle of their construction project. The only significant change will be to the drop-off and pick-up procedure, and parking area the day of the performance. Campers will be required to avoid the front of the building, and we will be checking doors and doing headcounts more frequently. Student safety is of the utmost importance. Please stress the importance of safety and following directions to your camp participant. We will not tolerate any disregard for safety.

-Can we participate in the Ridgway Firemen’s Carnival Parade this year?
YES! Because of the date of camp, we are going to participate in the parade again this year. We will send more information after registration is complete.

-How can we stay in touch?
We will send announcements through email, and through the Remind app. To join the Remind message thread text "@eccota24" to 81010.