The Gorham Middle School Drama Club would like to invite everyone to join them for its production of “The Little Mermaid Jr.,” presented through special arrangement with Music Theatre International (MTI).
With a book by Doug Wright, music by Alan Menken, and lyrics by Howard Ashman and Glenn Slater, “The Little Mermaid Jr.” play is based on the Hans Christian Anderson story and Disney film, with music adapted and arranged by David Weinstein. Tana Krohn and Greg Walton are the GMS musical directors.
Photo credit Tana KrohnGorham Middle School’s production of “The Little Mermaid Jr.” will be held March 10-12. Pictured (left to right) are Emily Paruk (Ursula), Kate Dupuis (Ariel), Julia Yager (Scuttle), and Sierra Cummings (Sebastian).
Ariel (played by Kate Dupuis) longs to experience life on land, but is forbidden this experience by her father, King Triton (played by Sadie Dyer). When she strikes a deal with the evil Ursula (played by Emily Paruk), she learns that Ursula has bigger plans than just assisting the young mermaid in walking with the humans.
Shows will be held on Friday, March 10, and Saturday, March 11, at 7 p.m. in the GMS Auditorium. Doors open at 6:30 p.m. A matinee showing will be held on Sunday, March 12, at 2 p.m., with doors opening at 1:30 p.m. Tickets are $5 at the door or call 222-1220 to reserve tickets in advance.