Photo essay by TylerRaikar

Creighton Prep senior Luke Meyer showcases his position as the Beast. He opened the musical by gazing into the enchanted mirror. Meyer was active in the last three theatrical productions at Marian, including “Freaky Friday,” “Footloose” and “The Juggler’s Gift.” In the center framed photo, he is joined by junior Abi Howard as Belle. Howard has been in the same previous Marian productions as Meyer and more.

Junior Maddie Smith acts as Madame de la Grande Bouche. She belted high-pitched vocals to match her wardrobe character’s eccentric behavior. Smith has been in productions at the Omaha Rose Theatre as well as past Marian productions

Creighton Prep senior Isaac Heng portrays Gaston, surrounded by the villagers while he exes a valiant pose. The surrounding villagers encouraged him after being rejected by Belle. Heng has also been in “Freaky Friday,” “Footloose” and “The Juggler’s Gift.”

Sophomore Nicole Poole dances alongside the castle staff to “Be Our Guest.” She portrayed the Old Beggar/Enchantress, Wolf and a Villager. The costumes were rented from Ibsen Costume Gallery.


Sophomore violinist Mia Marcelino and junior autist Crystal Gonzalez play in the orchestra pit the entirety of the show. Junior Safiyah Taylor sat near them playing multiple percussion instruments. They all played various songs as accompaniment and scene shift.


