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Dating back to 18th century France, Beauty and the Beast is a classic French tale told by Disney and has been enchanting audiences since 1991.

With charming musical numbers, stunning costumes and a heart-warming story of love and resilience, this is a stage production not to be missed.

Produced by Footlight Productions, the leading cast include Joshua McGuane (The Beast), Nicole Kaminski (Belle), Emma Clair Ford (Mrs. Potts), Adam Porter (Lumiere), Jamie McGuane (Cogsworth) and Vaughn Rae (Gaston).

An experienced group of musicians creating the ensemble include David Van Etten, Charlie McIntyre, Cassidy Chappell, Casey Reid, Rosie Byth and Liam Ryder.

Footlight Productions producer Margaret Wills is excited to see the musical come to life on stage for everyone to enjoy.

“It’s an absolutely beautiful musical suitable for every age,” Margaret said.

“Last year, we produced Wicked and this year we wanted to do a different, more family inclusive musical. A couple of years back we staged Mary Poppins and it was great to see all the kids coming with the parents and grandparents to see the show.

“Beauty and the Beast has great songs and lavish costumes, with big numbers including ‘Be Our Guest’ and opening song ‘Belle’, which will appeal to all audiences.”

Beauty and the Beast is a large undertaking for Footlight Productions who have most recently staged Wicked, Mary Poppins, My Fair Lady and Miss Saigon.

Beauty and the Beast will open on January 19 at the GPAC Playhouse Theatre for a three-week season.

Evening performances are at 7.30pm, matinees starting at 2pm on January 27, 28 and February 3 and 4.

Tickets are now on sale. Bookings can be made at GPAC, by phoning 5225 1200 or heading to gpac.org.au.•