Playhouse Stage production of ‘The Little Mermaid’ special in every way

Playhouse Stage production of ‘The Little Mermaid’ special in every way

COHOES, N.Y. — One of the best things about theater is when a show without a strong reputation proves to be a very special experience. That was my experience with “The Little Mermaid,” which is being presented by Playhouse Stage at Cohoes Music Hall through August 17. The work does not have a reputation equal to other Disney hits like “The Lion King” or “Beauty and the Beast,” but I left the show feeling I had attended a terrific entertainment a…