Disney’s 30th-anniversary production of Beauty and the Beast features elements of the Oscar-winning score by Alan Menken and lyricist Tim Rice, and includes breathtaking new sets, dazzling costumes, and a cast including Christina Rose Hall as Mrs. Potts.
Broadway in Hollywood and Disney Theatrical Productions have brought the stage adaptation of the 1991 animated classic back to Los Angeles.
The Bottom Line
- The Event: The 30th-anniversary production of Beauty and the Beast.
- The Creative Force: The production reunites artistic team members including composer Alan Menken, lyricist Tim Rice, book writer Linda Woolverton, and director and choreographer Matt West.
- The Cast: The cast includes Christina Rose Hall as Mrs. Potts.
A Nostalgic Triumph on the Pantages Stage
The production delivers on the romance and grandeur that audiences have loved. The show boasts the Oscar-winning and Tony Award-nominated score, featuring songs like “Be Our Guest” and “Beauty and the Beast.”
Reuniting composer Alan Menken, lyricist Tim Rice, and book writer Linda Woolverton alongside director and choreographer Matt West ensures that the theatrical DNA remains intact. Meanwhile, scenic designer Stanley A. Meyer, costume designer Ann Hould-Ward, and lighting designer Natasha Katz elevate the visual storytelling with spectacular new sets and dazzling costumes.
Inside the Iconic Characters and Fresh Cast Dynamics
Audiences familiar with the 1991 Disney animated feature film—the first animated feature in the history of the Oscars nominated for Best Picture—will find plenty of familiar heart in the iteration.
Among the ensemble is Christina Rose Hall, who steps into the role of Mrs. Potts, the head of the castle kitchens transformed into a teapot. Hall recently joined Heather Brooker on Entertain Me with Heather Brooker to talk about stepping into the role.
According to production details from Broadway in Hollywood, the staging captures the evolution of Belle and the Beast, preserving the classic narrative beats where an independent heroine looks past a terrifying exterior to find the soul of a prince.
| Production Element | Key Personnel / Detail |
|---|---|
| Venue | Hollywood Pantages Theatre (Los Angeles) |
| Original Creative Team | Alan Menken (Music), Tim Rice (Lyrics), Linda Woolverton (Book) |
| Staging & Design | Matt West (Director/Choreographer), Stanley A. Meyer (Scenic), Ann Hould-Ward (Costumes), Natasha Katz (Lighting) |
| Featured Talent | Christina Rose Hall (Mrs. Potts) |
The Business and Cultural Footprint of Disney Theatricals
Ultimately, the latest run of Beauty and the Beast proves that a well-crafted fairy tale, backed by legendary music and top-tier theatrical design, never truly goes out of style. Whether you are revisiting the castle for the first time since 1991 or experiencing the magic live with a new generation, the stage is set for a run in Hollywood.
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