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Bergyn Collie plays Ariel in the EmilyAnn Theatre & Gardens’ production of Disney’s "The Little Mermaid."
Photo by Mary Rath

'The Little Mermaid' makes waves

EmilyAnn Theatre & Gardens

The outdoor, summer musical currently running at the EmilyAnn Theatre & Gardens is “The Little Mermaid,” based on the fairy tale by Danish author Hans Christian Andersen.

Unless a person has been living in a sea shell for the past 29 years, the storyline and songs will be familiar to the audience members. Once again, Director Bridget Gates has orchestrated a delightful production through a well-chosen cast and crew.

The colorful costuming and inventive set designs created a fantastic, live-action diorama for the large group of actors, who all aptly added their singing and dancing talents to the show. The entire theatrical effect was both mesmerizing and thoroughly entertaining.

Principle actors Bergyn Collie, as Ariel, and Nate Nelson, as Prince Eric, made a sweet and engaging couple. They were the embodiment of true love. The most crowdpleasing scene was due to the comedic antics between Michelle Pesina, as Sebastian the crab, and Ameer Mobarak, as Chef Louis, during “Les Poissons” and its reprise.

One of the best performances came from 11-year-old Tinsley Collins as the lovable and ever helpful Flounder, who superbly commanded her role for one so young. Another highlight of the show was the number, “Positoovity”, which featured Melissa May Moncus as the rascally Scuttle and other tap-dancing seagulls.

So, run a “dinglehopper” through your hair, reel in the family and catch the tale of “The Little Mermaid.” Show times are Fridays and Saturdays, June 8 through June 30, at 8:15 p.m., and one Sunday performance on July 1 at 8:15 p.m. Tickets are available at the door or online at www.emilyann.org.The EmilyAnn Theatre & Gardens is located at 1101 FM 2325 in Wimberley. Call 512-847-6969 for more information.

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