Renaissance Theatre Presents: Disney's The Little Mermaid by Mansfield Youth Theatre

The Mansfield Youth Theatre (“MY Theatre”) will present Disney’s The Little Mermaid on the stage of the Renaissance Theatre September 10, 11, and 12 as a part of the Mechanics Bank Education Series. Performances will take place at 7 PM on Friday and Saturday, and 2:30 PM on Sunday. Dauphne Maloney directs the show with musical direction by Brian K. Nabors. Tickets are $15, general admission, and on sale now at the Renaissance Box Office, via phone, and online at https://bit.ly/MyTheatreLittleMermaidFB

A free sensory-friendly performance of Disney’s The Little Mermaid will be offered Saturday, September 11 at 1 PM for families of individuals with special needs. Interested individuals must register for their free tickets by visiting or calling the Renaissance Box Office at (419) 522-2726. A limited number of tickets is available for the sensory-friendly performance and no walk-ups will be accommodated. Looking for sensory-friendly tickets? Visit: https://bit.ly/MyTheatreLittleMermaidSFFB

“The story is loosely based on elements from the Hans Christian Anderson fairy tale, The Little Mermaid, however the musical script more fully embraces the power of family relationships. While The Little Mermaid focuses on the primary character, Disney has focused on the loving relationship of siblings and family, which allows the audience to see the vulnerability of the characters as they try to protect Ariel. As a result, the story conveys a more universal message for the audience. An additional layer of memorable music created by Alan Menken, and lyrics by Glenn Slater and the late Howard Ashman, for both the film and Broadway, seamlessly adds to the epic tale,” shares Maloney. “Disney pieces never disappoint—and, as is expected, there’s an almost magical, lyrical aspect to Disney’s The Little Mermaid. And, of course, we have the good fortune to have very talented young performers to tell this story, so families will love the experience!”

The cast is composed of nearly 50 students ages 7-18 from the following schools: Ashland City, Big Walnut High School, Clearfork, Crestview, Edgewood, Galion, Homeschool, Lexington, Lucas, Madison, Mansfield, Mansfield Christian, Mansfield Spanish Immersion, Ohio Virtual Academy, Ontario, Pioneer CTC Performing Arts, Richland School of Academic Arts, Shelby, Springmill Elementary, The University of Akron, Wooster, and Wynford High School.
The cast is led by Kadelyn Becker and Cassandra Kurek as Ariel, as well as Zavier Alterio and Alex Snodgrass performing in the role of Prince Eric. The roles of King Triton and Chef Louis will be played by Ian Barnes and Padraig Browning and Drew Owens; with the role of Ursula, the Sea Witch played by Morgan Bartholomew. Scuttle will be portrayed by Madison Kearney, with Alyssa Racer and Graycen Stevens as Flounder. Darius Darmody and Grayden Pierce will play the roles of Sebastian and Grimsby, respectively; with Gillian and Isla Donley playing Flotsam and Jetsam.

The cast also includes Taylor Beasley, Ellie Hicks, Stella Powers, Olivia Slaubaugh, Hayley Sleek, and Ariella Waters as the Mersisters; with Lilly McCready and Emma Secrist as Leeward and Windward. The ensemble will be comprised of: Tilia Ames, Lillien Christian, Tiegan Franta, Alaina Hawkins, Owen Hosfeld, McKinnley King, Steliana Kruer, Makayla Lawrence, Jackie Metz, Marek Powers, Carlie Schnittke, Caroline Secrist, Alex Trolian, Shirah Waters, Alyssa Woodmansee, and Makenzie Wynn.

Children’s Chorus members include Violet Ames, Breah Boyd, Isabella Crow, Lucy Enyeart, Emersyn Henderson, Maeley Hiner, Nakiyah Johnson, Audrey King, Nicholas Spoon, Reagan Swords, and Evelyn Walter.

For additional information regarding the MY Theatre production of Disney’s The Little Mermaid visit rentickets.org or call the box office at 419-522-2726.

We'd like to thank our Education Series Presenter, Mechanics Bank, for making this event possible!

With Support from Sharon Granter, in memory of her late husband Don.

In Partnership with Nationwide Children’s Hospital.

Special thanks to our season presenters and season sponsors who make arts and culture possible in Downtown Mansfield:
OhioHealth, Park National Bank, Avita Health System, Mechanics Bank, Techman Sales, DRM, Schmidt Security Pro, Lind Media, WMFD, WVNO 106.1 FM, Hughie's Event and Production Services, Richland County Foundation, Richland Source, Cleveland Financial Group, and Ohio Arts Council.
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Category: Kids / Family | Theatre Time: 7:00 pm to 2:30 pm