BEREA, Ky. — Two of Disney’s biggest titles are headed to a Berea stage this spring—performed by local kids and teens through Spotlight Acting School, with family-friendly runs of Disney’s The Lion King KIDS beginning Feb. 20 and Disney’s Frozen JR. following in late March at The Spotlight Playhouse.
For parents and grandparents, these are the kinds of dates you circle early: short runs, big community turnout, and the kind of “first time on stage” moments that families remember for years.
🦁 First up: The Lion King KIDS (Ages 4–11)
Spotlight Acting School’s youngest performers—ages 4–11—will bring the Pride Lands to life in Disney’s The Lion King KIDS with two casts scheduled across two weekends:
Spotlight’s show description promises a classic Simba journey and those instantly recognizable songs families love.
❄️ Then: Frozen JR. (Ages 14–18)
In late March, Spotlight shifts to its teen performers—ages 14–18—for Disney’s Frozen JR., again split into two casts over two weekends:
Spotlight’s listing frames it as a full-stage journey to Arendelle—Elsa, Anna, and the familiar songs that make this one a guaranteed kid-magnet.
🎭 Why This Matters for Berea Families
Youth theater hits a sweet spot in Berea: it’s entertainment, but it’s also community. Spotlight Acting School says its model is built around learning through real productions, supporting large numbers of students with staff and volunteers, and making performance accessible for young actors.
For families, that translates into something simple: your child gets a real show experience—rehearsals, teamwork, costumes, cues, and the pride of finishing something big.