
NYC Broadway Musical
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Aladdin
About Aladdin
The beloved story of Aladdin is brought to thrilling theatrical life in this bold new musical. With just one rub of a magic lamp, Aladdin's journey sweeps you into a whole new world full of daring adventure, classic comedy, and timeless romance.
This brand-new stage production is directed and choreographed by Tony Award winner Casey Nicholaw, and composed by Tony Award winner Alan Menken. It features lyrics penned by the legendary Howard Ashman and Tony Award winner Tim Rice, with book and additional lyrics by Chad Beguelin. ALADDIN also showcases an incomparable design team with exquisite sets, costumes, and lighting by multiple Tony Award winners Bob Crowley, Gregg Barnes, and Natasha Katz.
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Run time
2hr 30min. Including 1 intermission.
Theatre
New Amsterdam Theatre
214 West 42nd Street (between 7th and 8th Avenue), New York, NY, USA, 10036
Categories
Musicals, Broadway, Comedy, Family / Kid-friendly
Age
Ages 6+.
Important Information:
The use of cameras, cell phones, & other recording devices is strictly prohibited by law, except when used for accessibility services. No weapons permitted on the premises. No outside food or beverages, electric scooters, e-bikes, or battery-powered transportation devices, except when medically necessary. All items are subject to inspection & must fit on your lap or completely under your seat without blocking any aisles.
In Aladdin, there are 337 costumes that are worn throughout the musical. Did you know that all the costumes in Aladdin were custom-made by hand? In the Genie’s musical number “Friend Like Me,” there are 1,428 Swarovski crystals on a pair of men’s pants
James Monroe Iglehart, who originated the role of the Genie in the stage production, took home the Tony Award for Best Featured Actor in a Musical. Aladdin was nominated for five Tony Awards in total.
Jonathan Freeman, who voiced the villainous Jafar in the 1992 film, reprised his performance on stage in the original cast of the musical.
Aladdin Fun facts
Cast & Creative Team
By: Music by Alan Menken, Lyrics by Howard Ashman, Tim Rice & Chad Beguelin, and Book by Chad Beguelin
Director: Casey Nicholaw
Producer: Disney Theatrical Productions
Cast list: Michael Maliakel (as Aladdin), Sonya Balsara (as Jasmine), Michael James Scott (as the Genie), Dennis Stowe (as Jafar), Don Darryl Rivera (as Iago), JC Montgomery (as the Sultan), Milo Alosi (as Kassim), Brad Weinstock (as Omar), Zach Bencal (as Babkak)
Design: Bob Crowley
Lighting: Natasha Katz
Costume: Gregg Barnes
Choreography: Casey Nicholaw
Sound: Ken Travis
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