Mobile Ballet Brings “The Princess and the Frog” to Bay Minette for FREE Community Performance This Thursday
BAY MINETTE, AL – Mobile Ballet will present a special free performance of “The Princess and the Frog” for the community this Thursday, April 3, at 6:30 PM at Coastal Alabama Community College Bay Minette Performing Arts Center.
This special performance follows Mobile Ballet’s sold-out shows at Mobile’s Saenger Theatre this past weekend, offering one final opportunity to experience this enchanting production.
“As part of our commitment to community outreach, we’re bringing this beloved show on the road for families in Baldwin County and surrounding areas,” said Artistic Director Katia Garza. “The free admission makes this performance accessible to everyone in the community, and offers a chance for audiences to see the show even if they were unable to travel to Mobile.”
Event Details:
- What: Mobile Ballet’s “The Princess and the Frog” full-length limited performance
- When: Thursday, April 3, 6:30 PM
- Where: Coastal Alabama Community College Performing Arts Center, 1900 Highway 31 South, Bay Minette
- Cost: FREE – General seating available on a first-come, first-served basis
- Duration: Approximately 90 minutes, followed by a meet-and-greet with cast members
- Parking: Free on-campus parking
Artistic Director Katia Garza’s unique adaptation of this beloved tale is created specifically for Mobile, featuring breathtaking choreography with captivating music. The story follows Tiana, a hardworking young waitress with dreams of opening her own restaurant, and Prince Naveen as they adventure through Mobile Bay after being transformed into frogs by the villainous Dr. Facilier.
This special full-length limited performance will showcase the remarkable local talent of the Mobile Ballet Company dancers, featuring Mobile Ballet student Sophia Astorga dancing the role of Tiana and guest artist Kris Nobles as Prince Naveen. While this traveling production will not include full stage scenery, it preserves the magic and artistry of the original production. Audience members will also have a special opportunity to meet the cast after the performance.
This program is presented in partnership with Eastern Shore Art Center’s collaborative Rural Outreach Initiative, with thanks to Coastal Alabama Community College for providing the venue. The program is underwritten by Baldwin EMC Charitable Foundation, Community Foundation of South Alabama, Craft Family Foundation, The Daniel Foundation of Alabama, and The J.L. Bedsole Foundation.
For more information, visit esartcenter.org or mobileballet.org.
