is a two-hour television special that originally aired on ABC on December 15, 2022, to commemorate the 30th anniversary of the 1991 animated classic. Directed by Hamish Hamilton and executive produced by Jon M. Chu, the special is a "hybrid" production that blends scenes from the original film with live-action musical performances and behind-the-scenes segments. Core Concept and Production
: It is not a traditional live musical (like The Little Mermaid Live! ) but rather a variety-style tribute where live performances are interspersed with footage from the 1991 movie.
: More than 400 costumes were created, including a 10-foot-tall puppet-like suit for the Beast that required self-puppeteering by the actor. Star-Studded Cast
The production featured a diverse, high-profile cast that brought modern interpretations to the classic characters. The Making of Beauty and the Beast: A 30th Celebration
is a two-hour television special that originally aired on ABC on December 15, 2022, to commemorate the 30th anniversary of the 1991 animated classic. Directed by Hamish Hamilton and executive produced by Jon M. Chu, the special is a "hybrid" production that blends scenes from the original film with live-action musical performances and behind-the-scenes segments. Core Concept and Production
: It is not a traditional live musical (like The Little Mermaid Live! ) but rather a variety-style tribute where live performances are interspersed with footage from the 1991 movie. Beauty and the Beast: A 30th Celebration
: More than 400 costumes were created, including a 10-foot-tall puppet-like suit for the Beast that required self-puppeteering by the actor. Star-Studded Cast is a two-hour television special that originally aired
The production featured a diverse, high-profile cast that brought modern interpretations to the classic characters. The Making of Beauty and the Beast: A 30th Celebration Core Concept and Production : It is not