BEST presents Disney's FROZEN JR!

It is with great excitement that Burlington Educational Summer Theatre (BEST), the region’s premiere summer educational theatre program, announces it will be presenting Disney’s enchanting modern classic, Frozen JR, with performances on July 26 and 27, 2019. 

Based on the 2018 Broadway musical, Frozen JR brings Elsa, Anna, and the magical land of Arendelle to life, onstage at the Fogelberg Performing Arts Center of Burlington High School. The show features all of the memorable songs from the animated film, with music and lyrics by Kristen Anderson-Lopez and Robert Lopez, plus five new songs written for the Broadway production!

A story of true love and acceptance between sisters, Frozen JR expands upon the emotional relationship and journey between Princesses Anna and Elsa. When faced with danger, the two discover their hidden potential and the powerful bond of sisterhood. With a cast of beloved characters and loaded with magic, adventure, and plenty of humor, Frozen JR is sure to thaw even the coldest heart!

BEST is a summer program that cultivates an interest in theatre and performance for the elementary and middle school age group. The program strives to give young students a solid basis of experience and knowledge in theatre arts so they can grow and develop as performers. Entering its second decade, past shows have included Annie Jr (2009), Alice in Wonderland and Little Shop of Horrors (2010), Willy Wonka Jr (2011), Aladdin Jr (2012), The Little Mermaid Jr (2013), Cinderella (2014), Seussical Jr (2015), Shrek Jr (2016), The Lion King Jr (2017) and Legally Blonde Jr (2018).

Returning to BEST for the fifth year as Artistic Director is Warren Scott Friedman. He is joined by Thomas Hardy as Choreographer, Steve Black as Music Director and Peter Waldron as Scenic Designer and Technical Director. John Middleton-Cox, Executive Director of the BEST program, has rounded out the staff with junior and senior counselors who possess a talent for mentoring, share a passion for theatre and education, and have distinguished themselves in the performing arts.

The BEST production of Disney’s Frozen JR will take place on Friday, July 26 at 7:00 pm and Saturday, July 27 at 2:00 pm. Reserved seating tickets are $10-$15 and can be purchased online at BurlingtonTheatre.com and at the door. All performances will take place in the Fogelberg Performing Arts Center of Burlington High School, located at 123 Cambridge Street, Burlington MA.