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Disney's Beauty and the Beast Opens in Shanghai

The Mandarin production takes place at the Walt Disney Grand Theatre.

Beauty and the Beast is currently running in Shanghai.
Beauty and the Beast is currently running in Shanghai.
(photo provided by Disney)

A new Mandarin production of Disney's Beauty and the Beast has opened at the Walt Disney Grand Theatre at the Shanghai Disney Resort.

The show represents the second collaboration between Shanghai Disney Resort and Disney Theatrical Productions, and integrates the classic tale with local language translations, talented local cast members, and specially adapted story elements to create a captivating new production that will resonate with audiences of all ages.

The production is directed by Rob Roth, who helmed the original Broadway production, and features designs by the original Broadway creative team. It opens to the public beginning June 15.