Because of the COVID-19 pandemic, on August 2, 2020 a new show, Disney Society Orchestra and Friends, performed on the Theater of the Stars stage.

On August 15, 2021, the Beauty and the Beast show reopened, with some modifications to the staging and choreography to account for the health and safety of the performers.

The show reopened on July 15, 1994, in the now-covered and newly rebuilt Theater of the Stars on Sunset Boulevard.

Because his heart is cold, the old beggar woman punishes the prince by transforming him in to an ugly, scary, and hideous Beast.

She is confronted by the magical castle inhabitants, Cogsworth the clock, Lumiere the candelabra, Mrs. Potts the teapot, and her son, Chip the teacup.

The entire cast returns for a final dance, and declare that the love of "Beauty and the Beast" will thrive forever.

The second version of the show debuted in March 2001 and features the songs arranged in a similar order in which they are presented in the film.

remained closed due to a dispute between the Actors' Equity Association and Walt Disney World over allowing performers to wear face masks and providing regular testing.

This is part of The Walt Disney Company's 100th Anniversary celebration, and the Beauty and the Beast show will continue its regular schedule during the holidays.