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The Little Mermaid Broadway Stars Grades: 3rd-6th Thursday: 5:15-7:15 pm Dates: 9/3-12/3 No Class: 9/24, 10/22, 11/26 Venue: DePaul Student Center, Lincoln Park Address: 2250 N Sheffield Ave. Performance: 12/3, Athenaeum Center, Lakeview Price: $460 Journey “Fathoms Below” with Ariel, an adventurous mermaid, and her family, the majestic King Triton and fabulous mersisters, Aquata, Andrina, Arista, Atina, Adella, and Allana. With friends like Flounder the fish, Scuttle the seagull, and Sebastian the crab there is no shortage of fun “Under the Sea, but, as she grows up, Ariel can no longer ignore her fascination with life on land. She would give anything to walk alongside humans like the heroic Prince Eric. Ariel is at a crossroads when she meets two slippery eels, Flotsam and Jetsam, that lead her to Ursula, the sea witch. They offer Ariel a chance for three days on land. Can Ariel pay the price to be “Part of That World,” or will she become another one of Ursula’s “Poor Unfortunate Souls?” A timeless tale with an enduring message, The Little Mermaid invites young actors to discover for themselves the power of finding your voice and following your dreams. Broadway Stars is a no-cut program designed for elementary school actors that offers the opportunity to sing, dance, act, and embark on an unforgettable journey to bring the magic of Skyline musicals to life onstage. From the moment auditions kick off on the first day, Stars feel the excitement of showcasing their emerging talents. Skyline directors strike the balance in casting dramatic, comedic, and enchanting roles, finding the perfect place every actor can shine. Every actor who participates is assigned a named character, in addition to creating a musical ensemble in each song. Guided through rehearsals by a professional teaching artist, Stars are challenged by learning to sing solos, develop characters, and master fundamental musical theatre choreography. Actors are provided scripts and empowered to practice with music, choreography videos, and more helpful materials, accessible on Skyline’s exclusive Actor Resource Page. Families receive instructions on how to assemble an original costume, adding the perfect finishing touch to show day. In creative scenework and spectacular musical numbers, Stars will light up the stage, both with their unique talents and as a unified team. The stage is set, and the spotlight awaits. Join Skyline’s Broadway Stars to discover the magic of theater.