December 3-29. Ordway Center for the Arts. $46.50-$145.50

The Little Mermaid tells the story of young mermaid Ariel who longs to leave her ocean home to live in the world above. With music by eight-time Academy® Award winner Alan Menken, it features irresistible songs including “Under the Sea,” “Kiss the Girl” and “Part of Your World.” The musical, based on one of Hans Christian Andersen’s most beloved stories and the classic animated film, will run at the Ordway in downtown St. Paul from Dec. 3-29. Tickets are on sale at Ordway.org.