Literally Alive Family Theatre

Literally Alive’s
60th Off-Broadway Production!

The Players Theatre
February 23 – April 6, 2025

Days and Showtimes: Saturdays 3p and 7p; Sundays 11a and 2p

Join us for a special free Family Workshop one hour before for the show!
Workshop times: Saturday at 2pm and Sunday at 10am (Workshop has limited availability and is on a first come first served basis. Late seating is not allowed for the workshop).

“A tale with a thunderous creature and mystical spells (cast by a fairy) lends itself to percussion, the specialty of the composer Michael Sgouros.  This musical “Beauty and the Beast” offers a twist you’ll never find in Disney”. – the New York Times

Beauty and the Beast, an original musical by Michael Sgouros and Brenda Bell, first opened Off-Broadway on February 10, 2013 at the Players Theatre located at 115 MacDougal Street, in the West Village of NYC.  Revivals of Beauty and the Beast also appeared at the Players Theatre in 2016, 2019, and 2023.

Runtime: 75 minutes with no intermission

BEAUTY AND THE BEAST

The Story

There once was a young girl named Beauty who didn’t seem to fit in. Her nose was always stuck in a book, and unlike her sisters, she wasn’t looking for a Prince Charming to rescue her. What she wanted was adventure, and that’s just what she found. In order to settle her father’s debt, she goes to live in a magical castle with a mysterious beast. What she discovers is her true self, friendship, and the meaning of love.

This adaptation, based on the original book by Jeanne-Marie LePrince de Beaumont, is filled with charming musical numbers, delightful dancing, endearing and amusing characters, wonder, and magic. Guaranteed to thrill and warm the hearts of children ages 3 to 103.

Literally Alive 2025-2026 Season!

The Literally Alive Experience

Are you longing for a way to experience the magic of live theatre with your child? For a place where you and your family can engage with the performing arts in an intimate and welcoming way?

Literally Alive Family Theatre brings over two decades of excellent Off-Broadway performances to families who seek the best quality for their children at an affordable price. At Literally Alive, the audience does not just come to see a show – they are fully immersed in the theatrical experience as they are encouraged to explore the stories and how we bring them to life onstage. A day at our theatre is an event that both parents and children will treasure while creating joyful, unforgettable memories. Plan your day now!