Last night my family had the pleasure of going to Grissom High School's production of Beauty and the Beast.
I am here to tell you that high school productions ain't what they used to be.
Rudimentary props and borrowed (or momma-made) costumes were the norm of my day.
The talent and production quality of the school productions in this town are amazing.
This is one of Disney's sweetest stories I think. Two individuals who don't fit in - Belle is considered odd because she wants more out of life than to settle down with the blowhard Gaston and have his children.
The prince is now a beast because of a curse cast upon him because of an unkind decision he made.
You know the story.
Belle was beautiful with the lovliest soprano voice.
This girl has a career in music if she wants it. Such a mature, rich voice for a high schooler!
Gaston was terrific!
A Jim Carey-esque character whose ego was a big as his head was empty!
He was very fun to watch as he tooted his own horn.
The beast was truly beastly as he stormed around the castle, sad and angry.
Belle managed to soften his rough exterior over time as they grew to love each other.
Luminiere was funny and well, illuminating. He was the voice of reason for the Beast.
And with all Disney stories, everything ended well.
The curse was lifted for all of the residents of the castle, including the beast, er, prince.
Belle found the love of her life with the handsome prince.
Life is good.
And they lived happily ever after...
awww...wonder how many times they've practiced that kiss :)
ReplyDeleteMelody
Beautiful pictures Anne! We were going to go but I bugged out at the last minute at the prospect of "prepping" 3 kids to go. Kinda' wished I had taken them now.
ReplyDelete@ Jenny -There's a matinee tomorrow afternoon Jenny. The kids would love it! There was a little girl that sat next to Ben who was absolutely enthralled through the whole thing.
ReplyDelete@Melody - quite a few, I am sure. I know I would have insisted on extra rehearsals! That Bowen is a cutie!