In a magical kingdom under the sea, the beautiful young mermaid Ariel longs to leave her ocean home to live in the world above. When she falls in love with Prince Eric after saving him from a shipwreck, she visits the sea witch, Ursula, and trades her voice for three days as a human. Can Ariel and her best friends Flounder, Sebastian the Crab, and Scuttle the Sea Gull get the prince to give her "true love's first kiss" before Ariel turns back into a mermaid forever?

Adapted from Disney’s 2008 Broadway production, Disney's The Little Mermaid, Jr., Northern Virginia Players production features the hit songs "Part of Your World," "She’s in Love," and the Oscar-winning audience favorite "Under the Sea."

“With a cast of 58 actors ages 8-18, this is sure to go down as one of the most exciting live shows to hit the stage,” said Co-Director Kate Wittig.

“Northern Virginia Players has been thrilling audiences of all ages since its start. Exceptional talent, costumes and staging support professional quality theatre at the community level,” said Co-Director Ann Eul.

In keeping with their tradition of service for those in need, Northern Virginia Players will be donating part of ticket proceeds from the first weekend’s shows to Hurricane Sandy relief efforts.

“Our hearts and prayers go out to those affected,” said Wittig and Eul.

The production will be performed at the Family Worship Center, 7719 Fullerton Road in Springfield.

Show dates and times:

• Friday, Jan. 11 at 7:30 p.m.

• Saturday, Jan. 12 at 1:30 p.m. and 7:30 p.m.

• Friday, Jan. 18 at 7:30 p.m.

• Saturday, Jan. 19 at 1:30 p.m. and 7:30 p.m.

For more information and to purchase tickets, please visit their website at NVPlayers.com. Also, please visit their Facebook Page at “Northern Virginia Players” for pictures of previous shows and updates. If you have questions, call 703-866-3546.