It’s a magical Christmas

The timeless tale of “Beauty and the Beast” now includes a magical Christmas at the Suffolk County Vanderbilt Museum Dec. 5 through Dec. 20.

Presented by the Arena Players, this charming tale follows characters that children have come to know and love. Beauty has tamed the beast and now the two celebrate the holiday together. Come share the love.

“Beauty and the Beast’s Magical Christmas,” Saturdays and Sundays, Dec. 5 to Dec. 20; showtime is 1 pm on all days. Tickets are $10 for adults, $8 for children, and free for children under 3 years old.

The Suffolk County Vanderbilt Museum [180 Little Neck Rd. in Centerport, (631) 854–5579; www.vanderbiltmuseum.org]

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