Derby Native Takes Part In Beauty & the Beast Production

From Western New England University: Katherine A. Betlej, of Derby, CT (06418) takes part in Western New England University's spring production of Beauty and the Beast to sold-out audiences at Western New England University.

Based on the 1740 French Fairytale, La Belle et La Bete, Disney's Beauty and the Beastjust celebrated its 25th anniversary this past fall. "Beauty and the Beast resonates with all ages which accounts for its longevity," says Directors Hillary Haft Bucs and Alexandria Escribano. "It has a compelling story, its themes are universal, and it touches the audience in many ways. As Mrs. Potts sings, Beauty and the Beast is "A Tale as Old as Time."

Betlej, who coordinate hair and make-up for the production, is a senior, double majoring in Elementary Education and Psychology. Katherine serves on the Stageless Players' Executive Board as the Comfort Coordinator. When not involved with the club, Katherine enjoys reading, baking, listening to music, and volunteering.

The Broadway version of Beauty and the Beast opened in 1994 and completed its 20th anniversary national tour this past July, and now the live action film is a critical and box office success.

Image Courtesy of WNU