'Honk! JR' To Debut Through Beck Center On May 20

LAKEWOOD, OH — The Beck Center for the Arts announced its next virtual production: "Honk! JR."

"Honk! JR" is an adaptation of the well-known fable the Ugly Duckling. Beck Center leaders said the show will convey a message about the importance of being unique and different. The show will be available for streaming May 20 to May 23.

Students of Beck Center were invited to audition for the production. The cast consists of 48 students, ages 7 to 18. The show was filmed in-person, with crew and actors donning masks where possible.

The Beck Center production will be directed by Sarah Clare, who also serves a choreographer. Music direction will be provided by Heidi Herczeg.

“Working with our students is a never ending master class in adaptability, resilience, and passion. We are thankful for our artists onstage and behind the scenes. Behind every adapted design, additional resource, mask, and bottle of hand sanitizer, is a dedicated team whose hard work helps keep our students safe, and creating the work they love," Clare said.

"Honk! JR" will be available for streaming on any device. The show is part of Beck's 72nd Youth Theater Season.