It’s A Wrap: Beauty And The Beast

August 3, 2009

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The Greater Escambia County Council for the Arts  presented “Beauty and the Beast” this past weekend in Atmore.

The production featured over 70 cast members, several of them from North Escambia — making the show one of the largest the group has ever produced.

The role of Belle was played by Ellen Johnson, the Beast by Allen Rigby, Gaston by John Matthieu, Lefou by Emily Moore, Maurice by Norman Boyd, Lumiere by Perry Jones, Cogsworth by Stephen Billy, Babbette by Miranda Andrews, the Wardrobe by Kris Wood, and D’Arque by Leo Hursh.

More information about the Greater Escambia County Council for the Arts is at www.gecarts.com.Pictured top: A montage of photos from Beauty and the Beast. Pictured below: The show’s cast. Photos by Leonard Hursh, Hursh Photography for NorthEscambia.com, click to enlarge.

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Comments

6 Responses to “It’s A Wrap: Beauty And The Beast”

  1. cheryl on August 4th, 2009 4:09 pm

    Great show, I really enjoyed it. Can’t wait to see what’s next!

  2. Susan Sanks on August 3rd, 2009 6:50 am

    BRAVO! Saw the play Friday Night and it was awesome! We are so blessed to have this group. I am very anxious for GECA to get into their new theater and finally have a home. This is what happens when people do not quit.

  3. Anna on August 3rd, 2009 1:31 am

    Wow, this was so much fun! I got to see old friends, make new friends, and do what I love most: act stupid in front of hundreds of people! While I’m glad I never have to see that wolf costume or wear that wig again, I will sincerely miss Beauty and the Beast and its wonderful cast, even those I didn’t see eye-to-eye with. It was a stressful, successful summer, and I can’t wait for the next one! Long live GECA!

  4. albritton on July 31st, 2009 12:03 pm

    We saw this play on Thursday night and it was great. It is special to see and hear all the talent from our area. The children and the adults were laughing out loud. I agree, you won’t be disappointed.

  5. Tammy on July 31st, 2009 9:34 am

    I couldn’t agree more with Anne. Our community is so very fortunate to have such talent, and through GECA, those talents can be exposed. The one thing GECA needs in order to continue the fine performances is community support. Attending a performance and encouraging your neighbors to attend is critical to the longevity of GECA and their desire to expose others to the fine cultural arts.

  6. anne sherrill on July 31st, 2009 7:49 am

    You won’t find a better value for your family’s entertainment dollar than this. GECA is known for top-notch family friendly shows and this one is no exception. I appeal to the community to come out and support this group. With all of the trash out there parading as entertainment, it is refreshing to find something that you can feel good taking your kids to see. This is an excellent cast with many talented actors and much experience. You won’t be disappointed! Thanks, William, for the publicity.