This vehicle affords the youth of our community a fun opportunity to grow and express themselves through live theater.” Part of that growth comes from Peck, who said she’s stressed to the cast the importance of the story line in hopes they convey the message to the audience. It’s a very popular story with well-known characters and songs. “The Fine Arts Association has a strong tradition of producing shows that are both engaging and challenging for our young performers, while at the same time entertaining the audiences that generally come to see and support them,” said Fine Arts Association Director of Performing Arts James A. In the end, it’s Aladdin who seeks Jasmine’s hand in marriage. Among those who have their eyes on the princess is the evil Jafar. As for the plot, the character of Aladdin falls in love with beautiful Princess Jasmine, who must choose a husband within the next day. So that part is kind of nice.” This marks the first time Fine Arts has tackled Disney’s “Aladdin Jr.,” which basically uses the plot from the 1992 blockbuster animated film “Aladdin.” Boasting the music by Alan Menken with lyrics by Howard Ashman and Tim Rice, the youth production features the wise-cracking Genie famously played by Robin Williams. We look at who is this person you’re playing and what is the relationship with the other characters? “Actually, I find with the youth they’re a lot more open to trying new things than the adults are sometimes. But in terms of their acting process, I approach it exactly the same as (with) adults. “As far as working with the actors, the main difference for me with the youth is they just don’t have the life experience, so I can’t take anything for granted that they’re going to understand something. In terms of directing the show and wanting to tell the story, there is no difference at all. “I really like working with the kids and the teens that’s fun for me. “I’m always excited to direct the youth show, no matter what it is,” said Peck, a 1983 North High School graduate. This year the Willowick native returns to the role of director for the Fine Arts Association’s youth production of “Aladdin Jr.,” appearing through Feb. That’s what veteran Fine Arts Association director Sandy Kosovich Peck has learned during her years of working with the Yarnell Youth Theatre Co.
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