Beauty And The Beast at Murat Theatre

Get ready to relive the magical moments of Beauty and the Beast! It’s Disney’s most famous and beloved epic that many have watched and enjoyed growing up! Now it’s back with a fantastical production as the Broadway production brings this tale as old as time to Indianapolis, Indiana! Catch Disney’s Beauty and the Beast the musical as it astounds audiences at the iconic Murat Theatre! From May 5 to 10, 2026, the musical is available for you to relive and experience! It’s a stunning nostalgic trip for those who had seen the iconic film and a great new musical for those who’s new to the Beauty and the Beast world! So give yourself some great memories by catching Beauty and the Beast the musical, with music and lyrics by Alan Menken, Howard Ashman, and Tim Rice and a book by Linda Hooverton! Hurry and secure your tickets now before it’s too late!

Beauty and The Beast Tickets

THE PLOT

This is a brilliant and timeless story about the meaning of true beauty. A handsome and young, but spoiled prince learned this the hardway when an old and unpleasant looking lady knocked on his castle for refuge from the rain. The servants served her a good meal but the prince kicked her out for being unsightly. Turns out this old lady is a beautiful enchantress in disguised. To teach the spoiled prince a lesson about beauty, she turned him into a beast while his servants have been turned into objects. Hence, the beautiful castle that once stood proudly became quiet for several years. Along came a beautiful woman named Belle who was destined to break this curse. Will the Beast regain his good looks and become human again? Find out when you experience the Beauty and the Beast at the Mura Theatre!

AVAILABLE AT THE MURAT THEATRE

Beauty and the Beast The Musical premiered on Broadway in 1994. The production had a trial run the year before in Houston, and it was deemed an incredible success. The Broadway run was also a magnificent spectacle as it brought in a ton of viewers from across the globe. With its high demand, it was logical to bring this production internationally with shows in Australia and Vienna. In 1995, Beauty and the Beast embarked on a US tour for the first time, followed by a production mounted in London’s West End two years later. In 2001, the musical went on a UK tour for the first time. The production’s last US tour was in 2010. It would be a while since fans saw Beauty and the Beast on stage again but in 2022, a West End Revival was staged and it was a total hit.

This 2025-2026 tour of the Beauty and the Beast has been a long time coming and much welcome development. For starters, the last time that this Broadway epic went on a U.S. tour was in 2010! Yes, it has been 15 long years and now it’s back to spread magic across key cities, including a highly awaited stop over in Indianapolis, Indiana! Beauty and the Beast the Musical will be conquering the Murat Theatre for a total of six days from May 5 to 10, 2026. The show is part of the touring production’s whopping 36-city outing and more territories are to be announced soon! Be the first to catch this amazing showcase come to life at the Murat Theatre!

THE CREATIVE TEAM AND CAST

A project by Disney Theatrical Productions, Beauty and the Beast the Musical was treated with the most incredible meticulosity. The film’s popularity has implored producers to deliver the biggest, most breathtaking production they can. Hence, the musical brought in some of the biggest talents on Broadway. The musical features a storyline by playwright Linda Hooverton, who also was the screenwriter for the 1994 film. The musical also delivers a groundbreaking score from lyricists Howard Ashman and Tim Rice and composer Alan Menken. Bringing this incredible story to life is the Drama League Award winning-director and choreographer Matt West. His impressive direction worked seamlessly with designers. Beauty and the Beast has brought in some of the most talented designers in the circuit, including award-winning scenic designer Stanley Meyer, Tony winning costume designer Ann Hould-Ward, Tony winning lightning designer Natasha Katz, and Tony winning sound designer Joh Shivers.

The North American touring cast has also been announced. The amazing line up of stellar performers include Kyra Belle Johnson as Belle, Fergie Philippe as Beast, Stephen Mark Lucas as Gaston, Danny Gardner as Lumiere, Kathy Voytko as Mrs Potts, Javier Ignacio as Cogsworth, and Harry Francis as Lefou. 

“Disney arrives on Broadway with a bang. And a boom, and a roar, plenty of fireworks and a fistful of lovely songs.” – Variety

LEGACY

Beauty and the Beast is not your run off the mill Disney film turned musical as it is a major production created with passion, talent, and a very forward thinking creative team. Hence, the musical has gained a ton of accolades following its Broadway premiere in 1994. The musical has bagged nine Tony Award nominations, including Best Musical and Best Book of a Musical. Beauty and the Beast won the Tony Award for Best Costume Design thanks to the excellent work of Ann Hould-War. Over at the Drama Desk Awards, the musical received nominations, including Outstanding Musical. In London, the production is a groundbreaking success with three Laurience Oliver Award nominations, where Beauty and the Beast won Best New Musical. 

The musical was also a box office hit as it has become a longtime Broadway production, instead of a one hit wonder. The musical has also staged numerous shows across the globe and completed four U.S. Tours. The success of Beauty and the Beast led to the commission of other Disney filmt to stage projects like The Lion King, The Little Mermaid, Mary Poppins, Aladdin, and Frozen.

“Beauty and the Beast changed Broadway forever.” – The Guardian

REVIEWS

The musical brought in a myriad of rave reviews from professional critics. From the 1991 original production on Broadway, to the recently revived musical in the UK to Australia’s version, the production was sure to stun audiences everywhere it went. “Beauty and the Beast changed Broadway forever,” wrote the Guardian. The article expounded on how Beauty and the Beast became the determining factor for Disney to turn their select films to musicals. Meanwhile, the review also lauded how the revival updated its total look. “The musical’s original creative team, including director/choreographer Matt West, have returned to refresh and expand the production, smoothing out its dated effects and perking up its book, look, and feel.” Meanwhile, if you’re wondering how the original Broadway musical was received, the New York Times’ theater critic Frank Rich also said, “The best Broadway musical score of 1991”. 

Meanwhile, Variety had this to say about the original production, “Disney arrives on Broadway with a bang. And a boom, and a roar, plenty of fireworks and a fistful of lovely songs.”

“A mesmerising visual spectacle.” – Time Out

Lilithia Reviews was quick to give praise to the newly revived epic, “A gorgeous immersive adventure, technically phenomenal, deeply moving and dazzlingly spectacular, Beauty and the Beast is as magical as it is breathtaking.

Over in Sydney, Time Out called the musical “ a mesmerising visual spectacle.” The writer continued to give more praises, “With its captivating performances, stunning visuals, and a story that resonates with audiences of all ages, this production will leave you spellbound and fulfilled.” In the more recently opened revival of the US tour, Times Union wrote, “The newly reimagined musical tour finds ways to connect with a new generation without sacrificing the Disney magic.” The article continued to give props to the stellar cast for the 2025 to 2026 season, “Kyra Belle Johnson’s grounded performance also helps anchor the love story.” 

“A tale as old as time remains timeless.” – Times Union

THE VENUE

Catch this amazing musical at the Murat Theatre at Old National Centre for its highly awaited stop in Indianapolis, Indiana. The production will deliver a total of six-days performances at the state of art theater. The venue is surefire to provide top quality lights and sound, bringing your visual and aural experience to ultimate heights. The space is also configured to provide the best acoustics and great vantage of the stage. Enjoy Murat Theatre’s excellent accommodations, its grand lobby, and plenty of restaurant and dining options within the vicinity. You’re sure to have the most memorable time when you catch Beauty and the Beast at this outstanding venue.

Don’t miss out on the phenomenal return of Beauty and the Beast the Musical! This incredible revival is sure to be an excellent first musical for those who havent seen the movie and a fantastic nostalgic trip for Disney film fanatics! Be sure to catch it at the Murat Theatre from May 5 to 10, 2026! But you better act fast because tickets are super limited! With only six days in Indinapolis, the show is bound to be fully packed! So better hurry and click on the Get Tickets link now!