![]() Flips, riffs, lights and pyrotechnics backed up Genie to create the show-stopping spectacle of magic in the air. While we enjoyed these additional characters, Genie (played by Michael James Scott) stole the show as an audience favorite with his rendition of “Friend Like Me.” The audience erupted in applause once Genie returned to the stage after his temporary absence during the middle of Act 1. Their slow-motion running, wit and handsome charm as they attempt to help save Aladdin from his doom, brought a smile to many faces. These characters’ interactions and actions comprise some of the most entertaining parts of the show. Rather than having Abu, Aladdin’s furry faithful sidekick, Aladdin is accompanied by three goofy yet loyal best friends, Babkak, Omar and Kassim. Although this Disney tale is well-known, the Broadway adaption held its own with new characters created to take the place of some familiar faces in the movie. The show opened with a nod to Orlando as Genie pulled out Disney Mickey Ears before immersing the audience in the land of Agrabah with the infamous lamp. These minor additions displayed helped build anticipation as we waited for the production to begin. We also got an early preview of Aladdin’s and Princess Jasmine’s costumes while we walked around before the doors opened. ![]() Once inside, visitors were further drawn in with photo opportunities of the show poster and a genie lamp. Phillips did not include extra advertising other than the standing poster inside the building, so I was excited that the North American Tour decided to make the extra effort to draw audiences into this familiar story before they even entered the building. Some other productions I have seen at Dr. However, when we stood directly in front of the building, we were welcomed with a couple of large Aladdin banners. Phillips Performing Arts Center, the perimeter of the building was cluttered with construction and did not seem very appealing. Even so, I was thrilled to be seeing this production after so many years.Īs we approached the Dr. Genie, instead, took on the role of telling the story. To my surprise and disappointment, my character did not exist in this version. ![]() ![]() ![]() Instead, I was excited about seeing my role reprised in the current Broadway production. Although I didn’t receive the role I wanted, this did not taint my view of the show. I auditioned for the part of Jasmine, but instead, was cast as Narrator 2. When I was younger, people often told me that I looked like Princess Jasmine, so I was thrilled when I found out that my middle school would be performing Aladdin Jr. Eight-time Academy Award®-winning composer Alan Menken provides the score, which includes new recordings of the original songs written by Menken and Oscar®-winning lyricists Howard Ashman and Tim Rice and includes new music written by Menken and Oscar and Tony Award®-winning songwriters Benj Pasek and Justin Paul.Aladdin has always held a special place in my heart. “Aladdin” is produced by Dan Lin, p.g.a., and Jonathan Eirich, p.g.a., with Marc Platt and Kevin De La Noy serving as executive producers. Directed by Guy Ritchie, who brings his singular flair for fast-paced, visceral action to the fictitious port city of Agrabah, “Aladdin” is written by John August and Ritchie based on Disney’s “Aladdin.” The film stars Will Smith as the Genie Mena Massoud as Aladdin Naomi Scott as Jasmine Marwan Kenzari as Jafar Navid Negahban as the Sultan Nasim Pedrad as Dalia Billy Magnussen as Prince Anders and Numan Acar as Hakim. A thrilling and vibrant live-action adaptation of Disney’s animated classic, “Aladdin” is the exciting tale of the charming street rat Aladdin, the courageous and self-determined Princess Jasmine and the Genie who may be the key to their future. ![]()
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