Peoples Theatre presents:Disney's Sleeping Beauty

Sleeping Beauty is a classic fairy tale that dates back to 1697. It is the story of a beautiful princess, an enchantment that puts an entire village to sleep and a handsome prince who valiantly saves the day. And now, a healthy sprinkling of fairy dust and a lot of good old fashioned laughter will bring the magical world of Sleeping Beauty to life once again when this magnificent show opens at the Peoples Theatre in March. This classic story is sure to become a firm favourite to a new generation who will delight in participating in this enchanting musical.

Alexandra Snyman as Sleeping Beauty (Aurora)

It is Princess Aurora’s sixteenth birthday and her fairy guardians Flora, Fauna and Merryweather, with the aid of the audience, must use their fairy magic to save her from the evil sorceress Maleficent - and bring about the happy-ever-after wedding to the handsome Prince Phillip.

True to form, the Peoples Theatre's cast of talented performers will put their own mark on the various Disney-style characters and will have audiences reminiscing with some classic songs from the beloved film, including Once Upon a Dream. Also included are brand new songs such as Maleficent! and A Little Magic Now, bringing a fresh telling of the story to a new generation of families. A glorious set and extravagant costumes will bring that special Disney magic that we have all come to know and love right onto the stage.

Kieran Hariman as King Stefan, Denira Coleman as Queen Stefanie, Kefilwe Mohlabane as King Hubert, Isabella Snyaman as Fauna, Sky Proctor as Flora & Noni Mkhonto as Merryweather

Kefilwe Mohlabane takes the part of King Hubert. Kefilwe has been acting since the age of 7. He obtained his actor training at Tshwane University of Technology, where he studied Performance Art: Drama, specialising in singing and theatre dance. Kefilwe has appeared in various theatre and film productions such as the Hairy Godfather in Hairy Godfather and Nix Masala. In 2007 he starred in a short film by Peter Sommers - Life in Ruins and as Don in Summer Holiday. In 2008 Kefilwe was honoured with the Ronald Bartie trophy for perseverance for his role as Prince Charming in Cinderella. He performed in Capable Homicide in 2010, Cleansed in 2011, and an adaptation of Shakespeare’s Macbeth, Mabatha in 2012. He also appeared as Grimsby and Flotsam in Disney’s Little Mermaid KIDS in 2012.

Kieran Harriman as King Stefan. Kieran is a versatile professional actor with experience in film, television and theatre performance. His graduation cum laude from A.F.D.A. (African Film and Drama Academy) was swiftly followed by lead roles for the National Childrens Theatre Trust. In between times he has managed to fit in a film role with Barry Hilton, a television production of The Coconuts by M-Net and a further saga as McGregor in Isidingo SABC. He completed a successful run as Prince Charming in Cinderella, various characters in Sleeping Beauty, Sly the Goblin in Noddy and most notably the Mad Hatter in Alice in Wonderland at the Peoples Theatre.

Noni Mkhonto stars as Merryweather. Noni has appeared in many Peoples Theatre productions since her debut in 2007. These include Alice in Wonderland, Little Red Riding Hood, Aladdin, the Genie of the Ring and The Little Mermaid. Most recently, Noni appeared in Janice Honeyman’s pantomime Jack and the Beanstalk.

Other cast members include Cole Quinlan as Prince Phillip, Denira Coleman as Princess Stefanie, Skye Proctor as Flora, Alexandra Snyman as Princess Aurora and Isabella Snyman as Fauna.

Special school performances at R60 per learner and one complementary ticket for a teacher per 20 pupils. Extra teachers @ R60 each. Accompanying parents cost R80 each. To supplement the impact of this production of Sleeping Beauty, a special educational pack of related activities (for both Pre School and Primary School) will be provided, and this can be used in the classroom.

Phone Andrew or Lorraine on (011) 403-1563 / 2340 for bookings or enquiries or email peoplestheatre@artslink.co.za.