Paige O’Hara, the original voice of Belle, made a rare appearance at The Smith Center in Las Vegas, meeting the cast of Beauty and the Beast during its North American tour.
Las Vegas audiences got a surprise when Paige O’Hara, who voiced Belle in Disney’s animated Beauty and the Beast, joined the current touring cast onstage at The Smith Center. Her visit gave both fans and performers a direct link to the original film, making for a memorable night.
The North American tour of Beauty and the Beast is in town with shows at The Smith Center’s Reynolds Hall, 361 Symphony Park Avenue. According to Las Vegas Weekly, performances run from September 17 to 20, 2026, with both matinee and evening options. The show is a highlight on the city’s cultural calendar.
Who’s on stage in Las Vegas
This stop of the tour stars Kyra Belle Johnson as Belle and Fergie L. Philippe as Beast. During O’Hara’s visit, Devin Archer stepped in for Philippe as Beast, giving the cast a chance to share the stage with the original Belle. The Las Vegas run has drawn attention from local theater fans and Disney enthusiasts alike. BroadwayWorld Las Vegas also lists the show’s dates and venue, confirming its ongoing run at The Smith Center.
At The Smith Center
The Smith Center, a major performing arts venue in downtown Las Vegas, often hosts national touring productions. O’Hara’s appearance added extra excitement to the show’s run and highlighted Las Vegas as a destination for big-name entertainment. The moment was shared on social media, adding to the buzz. Local coverage also mentions themed “Beauty and the Beast” cocktails at Vic’s, a spot across from The Smith Center, showing how the production has caught the community’s attention, as reported by the Vegas Review-Journal.
How to see Beauty and the Beast in Las Vegas
Tickets and details for the North American tour are available at beautyandthebeastthemusical.com. The Las Vegas engagement gives local audiences a chance to see the stage version of the Disney classic, now with a direct connection to the film’s original Belle. BroadwayWorld Las Vegas confirms the production is officially billed as Disney’s Beauty and the Beast and is part of The Smith Center’s 2026 lineup.
Paige O’Hara’s visit is another example of Las Vegas attracting major performers and productions. For Disney and musical theater fans, her appearance highlights the lasting appeal of Beauty and the Beast and the unique experiences that come with seeing national tours in the city.
