Anyone can sit back
and watch a movie at home, but theater takes things one step further! Anyone
who has seen Disney’s The Little Mermaid will see why this November at the
Queen Creek Performing Arts Center. For three days only, the QCPAC is proud to
be the first in Arizona to feature the live musical version.
“This is the Arizona
premiere of The Little Mermaid,” says Molly Jacobs, director of both the show
and the QCPAC itself. Ms. Jacobs has been with the theater since it opened in
July 2003, and has directed twelve of its productions, making her a fine choice
for this production.
The show is based on
the 1989 Disney film about Ariel, a young mermaid who longs to leave her ocean
home and live in the human world above. To reach her dreams, she makes a deal
with Ursula, the evil sea witch, for the chance to convince her beloved Prince
Eric that she’s the girl he’s looking for. This production looks very
promising, Great scenery and costumes will give everyone the true joy and
feeling of what it would be like to live under the sea.
Valley Theatre got a
chance to attend a rehearsal and speak with the cast about the production.
Daelyn Pillar, who
plays the title role, is a Disney Princess fan, and is thrilled that Ariel is
her first big role. Her favorite thing about playing the mer-princess is
“…she’s fun and has great red hair.”
On the opposite end
of the fish scales, Rachel Cole, who plays Ursula, has never played a villain
before. This is a first for her as well, since getting involved with Community
Theater when she moved to Arizona.
Among the supporting
cast, everyone has various reasons for enjoying their character. Logan Knotts
who plays Ariel’s father, King Triton loves the power his character has. Hans
Alverson (Scuttle, the seagull) loves how his part is the comedic relief of the
show. Regarding the show itself, ensemble members Emily Contessa, Korina
Santos, Chloe Santos, and Josee Santos give it all thumbs up. Mr. Charlie Green
(Sebastian) gives everyone a resounding, “You better come see this show!”
“I love the show and
the movie,” Ms. Jacobs concludes. “It has something for everyone.”
The Little Mermaid
will be playing on November 9th, 10th, and 12th at 7pm. There will be an
additional matinee performance on the 10th at 2pm. For tickets, please call the
box office (480-987-7469) between 9am and 4pm, Monday – Friday or online at
www.qcpac.com
Valley Theatre thanks
Ms Jacobs and the wonderful cast for their time. Break a leg!
