One of the most charming (old school 2D non-CGI) Disney films is The Little Mermaid—the young dulcet-voiced princess Ariel wants to give up her tail and life under the sea for legs and a new life on the land with the man of her dreams, a prince in his own land. They’re equals, see! If it wasn’t for an octopus witch with nefarious intentions and an overprotective father who is also the king of everything underwater, she might be all good. This theatrical adaptation is based on the Disney Broadway musical. It’s presented by Village Theatre and features children from the theatre’s Kidstage program. This is a family affair. by Leilani Polk