Kids Troupe Monday, Beauty & the Beast

MONDAY KIDS TROUPE Begins Jan 7, 2013!

Disney's Beauty And The Beast, Jr. 
SIMPLY ENCHANTING.

A story of pure, timeless enchantment, this modern classic about a handsome but heartless prince redeemed by a spirited young woman's love also boasts an unforgettable supporting cast of odd and colorful characters who keep the narrative fresh and the humor infectious. This beloved fairy tale about very different people finding strength in one another and learning how to love is perfect entertainment for the entire family.

PERFORMANCES
APRIL 27 @ 2:00pm (TUES group)

                   @ 7:00pm (MON group)

APRIL 28 @ 12:00pm (TUES group)

                   @ 4:00pm (MON group)

SCHEDULE and LOCATIONS

TIME COMMITMENT January 7– April 28 MONDAYS 3:30—5:15 pm, plus additional rehearsals

Jan 7, Dows Lane multi-purpose room

Jan 14 Dows Lane multi-purpose room

Jan 21, Closed MLK Day

Jan 28, ITHT

Feb 4, Dows Lane multi-purpose room

Feb 11, ITHT

Feb 18, closed Winter Break

Feb 25, ITHT

March 4, Dows Lane multi-purpose room

March 11, ITHT

March 18, Dows Lane multi-purpose room

March 25, Closed Spring Break

April 1, ITHT

April 8, 3:30-6:30 ITHT

April 15, 3:30-6:30 ITHT

Sat April 20, 9am – 12:30 ITHT

April 22,  3:30-6:30 ITHT

Wed April 24, 3:30-6:30 ITHT

Fri April 26, 3:30-6:30 ITHT

Sat April 27, 5:00 pm Call

Sun April 28, 2:30 Call 
PERFORMANCES April 27 @ 7:00 pm and April 28 at 4:00 pm

Tickets: $15/10 Now on sale www.irvingtontheater.com or CALL 914.591.6602

NOTE: Schedule is subject to change. Any changes, ALTERNATE SITE LOCATIONS, and CAST LIST will be announced at the clocktowerplayers.com BLOG. We recommend you always check it, especially the locations, before each class!

CAST LIST 

Beauty & the Beast  Cast List  - MONDAY TROUPE

NARRATORS (note: some of the narrator sections may be edited.)
1. Erin

2. Hailey

3. Grace

4. Eva

PRINCE Ruby H

BEAST Kate H

ENCHANTRESS Dahlia

BELLE Josie Dring

GASTON Aine

LE FOU Max

SILLY GIRL

1. Sofia

2. Claire E.

3. Josie L.

MAURICE Trent

COGSWORTH Melissa 

LUMIERE Lily

BABETTE Hannah

MRS POTTS Allison R

CHIP Maya

WARDROBE Samantha 

D'ARGUE Claire G.

WOLVES  TBA 

ENSEMBLE SONG BREAKDOWN

BELLE... 

BOOKSELLER Ruby

BAKER Claire G

ARISTOCATIC LADY Anna
BAKERS WIFE Natalie 

SAUSAGE-CURL GIRL Erin
HAT SELLER Ella
FISH LADY Chelsea

EGG LADY  Eva
LADY W/CANE Kaitlyn
LADY W/BABY Kylie
CANDLE WOMEN Lindsay, Hailey

MILKMAID Grace
SHEPHERD GIRL Niki

FLOWER SELLERS Julianna, Madeline, Ava,  Dahlia

GASTON...SERVING WENCHES  Eva, Kylie, Erin, Chelsea, Dahlia

VILLAGERS  Madeline, Niki, Claire G, Ruby, Anna, Natalie, Lindsay, Kaitlyn,  Ava, Ella, Hailey, Julianna, Grace

BE OUR GUEST...ALL except the Beast, Gaston, Le Fou

HUMAN AGAIN...

Chelsea

Dahlia

Ruby

Erin

Eva

Hailey

Anna

MOB SONG....

Madeline

Natalie

Julianna

Lindsay

Kaitlyn

Ava

Ella

Kylie
Claire G

Grace 

Niki

CAST CONTRACT     

§  I understand the rehearsal schedule and the time commitment involved

§      I will attend ALL rehearsals properly dressed: NO JEANS, CROCS, SANDALS or UGS.

§      I will be on time and ready to work.

§      I will be prepared and memorize my lines, music by MARCH 18

§      I will be prepared and learn all choreography by due dates and practice, practice, practice.

§      I will do my very best at all times.

§      I will listen, cooperate and respect my entire cast, production staff and crew.

§      I will notify the office of illness, lateness and emergencies at 914.400.7428. If I have

      more than TWO UNEXCUSED absences, I may be cut from a number or re-cast.

§      I understand that I am expected to leave the rehearsal space tidy, removing all personal belongings and that there is no gum chewing, eating or drinking (except water) in the theater except in designated areas. Clocktower Players policy reserves the right to exclude anyone from activities who fails to abide by the policies, rules and practices of Clocktower Players, Inc.

FAMILY PARTICIPATION 

Parents agree to provide needed support to the CLOCKTOWER PLAYERS family by:

• making SURE lines and songs are memorized by MARCH 18
• making SURE costumes pieces and shoes are brought in when they are due
• making SURE you provide a labeled water bottle and lunch or snack for the longer rehearsals
• be willing to volunteer if needed for ushering, make-up, set painting
• purchase/sell ad(s) in the playbill(s)
• attend at least one other production of the season

Little Mermaid Jan 25,26  Legally Blonde Feb 8,9  La Cage Aux Folles March 9 - 17, Once On This Island  May 10,11

• consider purchasing Clocktower merchandise at our storefront 

Conflicts (If Applicable): ______________________________________

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CHARACTER DESCRIPTIONS    

ENSEMBLE (TOWNSPEOPLE - THE ENCHANTED OBJECTS) There are MANY additional ensemble  roles. The ensemble is very busy, as they are both townspeople and enchanted objects. There are several solo  lines in songs like Belle and The Mob Song, and many great dance numbers (Gaston, Be Our Guest, and  Human Again). The Old Beggar Woman/Enchantress, Young Prince, the Baker, the Baker’s wife and the Bookseller are all chorus members.

BELLE is the original fairy tale heroine–kind, gentle, and beautiful–but with an important 21st Century twist.  She is a strong, intelligent, spirited and independent young woman. Belle is the moral conscience of the story, elevated by her thoughts and deeds. The maturity and depth of her character allow her to see the true beauty and spirit within The Beast, and to love him for it. This role requires a strong singer who portrays innocence with her singing and speaking voice. 

THE BEAST The Beast’s tortured soul is evident for all to see. He is paying the

ultimate price for a moment of mean-spiritedness, and wishes beyond wishing that he could rectify his mistake. There is anger and menace in The Beast’s appearance and behavior, but increasingly we see his soft and endearing side as he interacts with Belle. It becomes clear that he is a loving, feeling, human being trapped within a hideous creature’s body.  This role requires a strong actor who must have a

strong speaking voice and stage presence. 

GASTON Gaston is the absolute antithesis of The Beast.  Although he is physically

handsome, he is shallow, completely self-centered, not very bright, and thrives on attention.  However, when his ego is bruised he becomes a very dangerous foe for The Beast, Belle and Maurice. This role  requires a strong singer and character actor who moves well.

LEFOU Lefou is Gaston’s dim-witted, servile sidekick. He goes to extraordinary

lengths and suffers repeated humiliation in his efforts to please his master.  The actor must be comfortable with physical comedy, and the role requires strong character acting. 

MAURICE Despite being a bit scatter-brained, there is no mistaking Maurice’s

steadfast love for his daughter Belle. Kindly, gentle, enthusiastic and inventive, he becomes single-minded and determined when Belle faces danger.

BABETTE Babette is a saucy, enchanted feather-duster, and the object of  Lumiere's affections. This role requires good character acting and she should move well and speak with a French accent.

LUMIERE Lumiere is the French butler who was transformed into a Candelabrum. He

is light-hearted, suave, romantic, smooth-talking, and charming.  He has a romantic involvement with  Babette. This character speaks with a French accent. This role requires strong character acting, and should move well.

COGSWORTH Cogsworth is a tightly-wound, enchanted mantle clock and the head of

the Beast’s household. He is a stuffy English man who loves perfection. This character speaks with a British accent. This role requires strong character acting. 

MRS. POTTS Mrs. Potts is a warm-hearted, maternal enchanted teapot. She sings the title song Beauty and the Beast. This character speaks with a British accent.

CHIP Chip is an inquisitive little teacup who is the son of Mrs. Potts.

MADAME DE LA GRANDE BOUCHE Madame is a former opera diva turned

enchanted wardrobe.

MONSIEUR D'ARQUE D’arque is the creepy, scheming proprietor of the local insane  asylum, The Maison De Lune.  He doubles as a townsperson.

SILLY GIRLS The silly girls are pretty young maids who swoon over Gaston. They are featured dancers who double as enchanted objects.