Beauty & The Beast

This newly commissioned 90-minute family friendly production is sung in English and is sure to delight area audiences! For over 35 years OPERA Iowa has created magic in performance venues throughout the state, offering over 975,000 young people and adults a quality arts experience today while building new enthusiastic opera audiences for tomorrow. As the state’s largest and most expansive program in arts education, OPERA Iowa brings live musical performances designed specifically for young people and families. The eight-member OPERA Iowa Troupe features young professionals from across the country who are committed to inspiring their audiences through quality, live theatrical experiences.This delightful and fresh new adaptation from Joshua Borths looks at the classic fairy tale through a different lens, drawing parallels to the modern world by focusing on the Beast’s obsession with perception. Beautiful scenery, costumes, and a few magical touches bring this story to life in the world premiere tour of Beauty and the Beast.
Enjoy a twist on the classic fairytale with the world premiere tour of Beauty and the Beast! The characters in Belle’s world are obsessed with how they are perceived by the those around them. The Prince was the worst example of this until the Spirit of the Rose cursed him so that his body would reflect his soul, and everyone would see him for the beast he truly was. With the help of Belle, the Spirit of the Rose, and a magic mirror, the Beast will try to change his heart and break the curse.
GENERAL ADMISSION: Adults $20, College $10, Students K-12 FREE
Performance Time: 7:30 PM