Lumiere is a character in the stage musical adaptation of Beauty and the Beast, based on the character of the same name.
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He plays a role identical to that of the original film, serving mostly as comic relief; considerably more so than the other servants.
The role of Lumiere was originated by Gary Beach, while the final performances were performed by David DeVries. A total of nine performers portrayed the role of Lumiere over the lifespan of the production.
Though his role is generally identical, a notable scene involving Lumiere and Cogsworth took place during Belle's arrival at the castle, where the living candle revealed his increasing concerns over the curse and the consequences that come with it, including the eventual permanent loss of humanity, that would inevitably result in his own death through the uncontrollable melting of his wax.
Lumiere and Fifi (named Babette in the stage version) are also said to openly engage in various affairs, apparently using said encounters to make the other jealous. The two also share a solo dance during "Be Our Guest".
Lumiere is also given a starring role in the performance of "Human Again", a song written for the film that was scrapped due to its lack of coherent placement. The success of "Human Again"'s inclusion in the stage play would encourage the filmmakers to add it back into the film in a remastered version on DVD; again led off by Lumiere.
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