Youth
Beauty and the Beast perfect enchantment for the holidays
Jemma Cohen, a nine-year-old King David Linksfield Grade 3 pupil, is playing the part of Chip in Beauty and the Beast JR at the Peoples Theatre at the Joburg Theatre Complex in Braamfontein until 23 December.
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Chip is a young boy who works with his mother in the Beast’s castle kitchens and was cursed by the enchantress along with the other inhabitants of the castle. He was turned into a chipped cup and is magically restored to his human form at the end of the story.
“This musical is perfect for the holidays as it offers humour, romance, and enjoyment for all ages,” Jemma says. Aside from being great fun, she points out that the musical has a great message: don’t judge a book by its cover.