Twitter: @ainsley_melham. Aladdin was originally orchestrated by Danny Troob for 18 players: 2 synthesizers, 2 violins, 1 cello, 3 trumpets, 1 French Horn, 1 trombone, 1 bass trombone 3 woodwind players, a guitarist, a bass player (both acoustic and electric bass), a drum kit and a percussion player. He appeared in Simon Gallaghers The Mikado in the role of Nanki-Poo and in Disneys The Lion King, in which he understudied Adult Simba. His US television credits include Young Rock and 30 Rock (NBC), and his UK screen credits include Hollyoaks: In the City (Channel 4 UK). "[63], For the musical that played at Disney California Adventure, see, Australia, New Zealand, and Singapore (20162019), 1992 Disney animated film of the same name, Best Performance by a Featured Actor in a Musical, Best Male Actor in a Supporting Role in a Musical, "Adi Roy nd Senzel Ahmady to lead the national tour of Disney's Aladdin", "Jonathan Freeman Will Bring Jafar from Screen to Stage in Disney's Aladdin at 5th Avenue", "Disney's Aladdin Will Play Toronto This Fall Prior to 2014 Broadway Premiere", "Memphis Star James Monroe Iglehart Is Genie in Disney's, "Facts You May Not Know About Aladdin Part 2! Tia Altinay. He started his career on Neighbours (TEN). Future stops for the tour include Baltimore, Charlotte, Dallas, Durham, Fort Lauderdale, Houston, Kansas City, Memphis, Orlando, San Antonio and Washington, D.C. We already know and love the original Broadway cast, which was led by Adam Jacobs, Courtney Reed and Tony winner James Monroe Iglehart, but now we're spotlighting the current 2019 cast! "[54] The website BroadwayWorld said "the show had the unbelievable sights but sadly struggled with the indescribable feelings", adding "The problem is, Chad Beguelin's book fails to make us truly care for the characters and the special effects can only take the show so far when the investment at the heart of the story isn't making the connection it should. Its global footprint has expanded to include productions in Tokyo, Hamburg, London and Australia, in addition to the two U.S. productions. Follow the journey on Instagram @marcusm_330. [47], A special performance of Aladdin was filmed on location at the Prince Edward Theatre in London on August 31, 2019, after the show had already officially closed on August 24, 2019. ; Angel inKinky Boots; Wayne Burns/understudy Scott Hastings inStrictly Ballroom the Musical;King Kong Live on Stage;Legally Blonde; Virgil inViolet; Opera AustraliasCarmen;
She was born and raised in the Bay Area, CA and studies at NYU. The National Post review said "This Aladdin turns out to be the best ever stage version of a movie", praising its score, direction, choreography, staging, lighting, design, and altered characterisations. When not onstage, she is usually modelling, as she is a proud advocate for body positivity. Endless gratitude to Connor Ankrum & Associates, family, and Jordan. [4] Jonathan Freeman, who voiced Jafar in the film, reprised the role onstage. Regional: productions at theatres across the country including Fly at Dallas Theater Center, Aladdin (Babkak) at The 5th Ave Seattle. Since launching in Chicago at The Cadillac Palace Theatre on April 19, 2017, the tour has played to capacity houses in 25 cities during 869 performances. Broadway: Shuffle Along, Big Fish, The Scottsboro Boys,The Color Purple (original cast), Parade, The Little Mermaid, Swing, Smokey Joe's Cafe, The Boys From Syracuse, Thou Shalt Not and Bye Bye Birdie. Love to Kelly, Mom/Family/friends and team BWA. He started his career on Neighbours (TEN). Her professional credits also include performing alongside Starley at the Sydney Mardi Gras; with Tones and I at the ARIAs; as part of the Opening Ceremony of the ICC T20 World Cup with Vera Blue; and in film clips for artists such as Samantha Jade, Amy Shark, and Keith Urban. Broadway debut! Giuliana (She/Her) made her musical theatre debut inSaturday Night Fever(GFO), understudying the role of Annette whilst completing her Certificate in Performing Arts at the prestigious Brent Street Studios. Regional: Sweeney Todd (Geva), Hero (Asolo Rep). Their parents? Research Playwrights, Librettists, Composers and Lyricists. TV/Film: "Blue Bloods," "Madam Secretary," "Power," "Elementary," "Person of Interest," "Instinct," "Scherman Song." Training: Western Australian Academy of Performing Arts. She appeared in the feature film The Sapphires, before being cast in the world tour of the ARIA-nominated show Velvet, as a featured vocalist alongside Marcia Hines. @danimalbrackett, Off-Broadway:Love LifeTour:Peter Pan,Dreamgirls. She graduated from the Australian Dance Performance Institute (2013) with an Advanced Diploma of Musical Theatre. Patrice Tipokis rich history of music and culture stems from her Maori, Irish and newly discovered Chinese background and performing was a natural part of her musical upbringing. Closing 24/08/2019. This led to a lead role in Royal Caribbeans production of Hairspray, playing Link Larkin. Bree Stephens commenced her training in Tasmania and went on to graduate from ED5 International in 2017 with an Advanced Diploma in Performing Arts. Aladdin, a kind but wily street urchin, falls in love with the beautiful Princess Jasmine, whom he knows is waaaaay out of his league. IG: @omaruelom, Tours: A Chorus Line (Natl, Japan, China). Nashville, TN. National Tours: Jersey Boys (Frankie Valli), Wicked (Boq). Screen credits include T-Bone in Neighbours and in the acclaimed short film Rabbits written and directed by Riley Sugars in which he was nominated for Best Lead Actor at Black Bird International Film Festival New York. National Tour: Disneys The Lion King. The principal cast featuresMichael James Scott in the role of the Genie,Ainsley Melham as Aladdin,Arielle Jacobs as Jasmine,Adam Murphy as Jafar,Aljin Abella as Iago,George Henare as the Sultan,Adam Jon Fiorentino as Kassim,Troy Sussman as Babkak andRobert Tripolino as Omar. The Musical. Arielle originated the roles of (Farhad) in Farhad, or the Secret of Being Off-Broadway, (Gabriella) in the National Tour of Disney's High School Musical, (Nina) in the 1st National Tour of In The Heights, and (Jasmine) in the Australian company of Disney's Aladdin. To view the purposes they believe they have legitimate interest for, or to object to this data processing use the vendor list link below. TV: "Smash. Robinson(NBC/Universal); albums w/Josh Groban, Rod Stewart, Red Hot Chili Peppers. In his graduating year, David made his professional debut in West Side Story (The Production Company). Review Roundup: NEW YORK, NEW YORK Opens On Broadway!
Disney's Aladdin (Touring) Tickets - Ticketmaster ; The Royal Family of Broadway. Broadway debut! Prior to graduating, Kara originated the role of Billie in A Sharp Intake of Breath (Melbourne Fringe Festival) and the lead role of Max in Suddenly: A Short New Musical (DHB Theatrical), a film released early 2021. Sam (He/Him) is a graduate of the renowned Brent Street Studios, where he attained his Certificate IV in Performing Arts. Sam has also performed on various cruise liners with Royal Caribbean International as a Dancer and Aerialist. National Tour debut! Disney's Aladdin brings the famous animated film to life, on stage. I would like to receive updates, special offers, and other information from Disney on Broadway and The Walt Disney Family of Companies. Proud NYU Tisch graduate, award-winning songwriter, and piano man. Synopsis. Chaska performed in the hit show Pigalle for the Sydney Festival 2018, before securing the role of Liz and understudy to Mama Morton in Chicago in 2019 (Gordon Frost Organisation). Tickets Now On Sale. Four others were newly written for the musical, as noted. Starts Tuesday! Editor-in-Chief (Printboy Magazine). Des most recently played Thomas in The Beautiful Game with Manilla Street Productions. Although the film was Disney's first to feature non-white human protagonists, Disney did not consider ethnicity in the casting process for the musical. by Stephi Wild Mar. We and our partners use cookies to Store and/or access information on a device. Aladdin and Jasmine are married, and Genie prepares for a long-awaited vacation. Broadway: Beautiful: The Carole King Musical. Many thanks to Tara Rubin Casting! Australian musical theatre credits include Marius in Les Misrables original Australian cast, Billy in Anything Goes (Green Room Award Best Actor Musical), Billy in Chicago, Mr Banks in Mary Poppins, Edna in Hairspray, Frank Snr in Catch Me if You Can and Charlemagne in Pippin. Natl Tour: Finding Neverland. Adventure Comedy Drama A live film recording of Disney's hit Broadway musical based on their classic 1992 animated film. Past Performance: 3 August 2016 - 26 March 2017.
Aladdin - Classic Melbourne Aladdin by Julie Houghton 21st April, 2017 Melbourne is fortunate in having so many show stopping musicals pass through this year. Prince Abdullah, Ensemble, Understudy (Kassim) Edward Cuellar. The musical premiered on Broadway on February 26, 2014, in previews and opened on March 20, 2014, at the New Amsterdam Theatre. This 'colourblind' policy sparked some controversy, with the American Arab Anti-Discrimination Committee receiving numerous complaints from actors of Middle Eastern descent. Credits: international tour of West Side Story (Indio/Chino u/s), tour of Smokey Joe's Caf (Ken, Dance Captain). Jonathan Freeman had reprised his role of Jafar from the original film. Genie grants Jafar's wish, and Jafar is sucked into a lamp of his own, bound to it for eternity.
Aladdin (Original Broadway Cast Recording) - Apple Music Tours: Finding Neverland, Dirty Dancing. "[59] Thom Grier of Entertainment Weekly gave the show a "B" and said, "Overall, this is one of the better Disney stage musicals, complete with several eye-popping production numbers that benefit from Nicholaw's spirited choreography, Bob Crowley's elaborate and chameleonic sets, and Gregg Barnes' glittery costumes. Her debut solo album "A Leap in the Dark" came out this year and is available in the lobby. While the many children in the audience were goggle-eyed at the colour and movement, it was the sly wisecracks that tickled the funny bone of the adults in the audience. Aladdin had its Australian premiere in Sydney at the Capitol Theatre on August 11, 2016, where it played until February 19, 2017. Maybe not so much. James other notable theatre credits include playing the role of the Escapologist in the enormously successful Australian and New Zealand tour of Matilda the Musical (Royal Shakespeare Company/Louise Withers and Associates), the Australian and New Zealand tour of Jersey Boys (Skyline Theatricals), The Pirates of Penzance (The Production Company) and Dirty Dancing (Gordon Frost Organisation). Broadway: Beautiful: The Carole KingMusical. Based on the 1992 classic Academy Award-winning film, Disney's Aladdin takes . Aladdin initially shrugs this off in disbelief, prompting the Genie to display his powers with an impressive musical number ("Friend Like Me"). @brandon.burks. In 2016, she made her musical theatre debut in Disneys Aladdin. Australian native Ainsley Melham originated the role of Aladdin alongside American actors Arielle Jacobs as Princess Jasmine and Michael James Scott as the Genie. @JuwanCrawley www.JuwanCrawley.com. Research Playwrights, Librettists, Composers and Lyricists. Thanks to Mom and Dad, my big bro Adam (the original Aladdin), Casey, Disney, and my diamond in the rough, JJ. team. Northwestern graduate. TheMusical. OCU dance graduate. AEA Proud. "Friend Like Me" 360 Performance . Trained at Body Language Dance Studios in Hobart, Bree then graduated from the Victorian College of the Arts in Musical Theatre. Directors Casey Nicholaw Brett Sullivan Writers Chad Beguelin Ron Clements Ted Elliott Stars Ainsley Melham Jonathan Freeman Trevor Dion Nicholas Some of our partners may process your data as a part of their legitimate business interest without asking for consent. His US television credits include Young Rock and 30 Rock (NBC), and his UK screen credits include Hollyoaks: In the City (Channel 4 UK). The production closed on February 26, 2023. Shortly after graduating, she signed with Norwegian Creative studios in Florida (US) and the Toronto School of Circus Arts, where she began her professional journey as a Dancer/Aerialist. Aladdin has had 2 productions including Broadway which opened in 2014 and US Tour which opened in 2017. Most recently, Giuliana was seen performing onstage as part of the cast of Opera AustraliasLa Traviataon the iconic stage at SydneyHarbour. Off-Broadway: World premiere of Tamar of the River(Onan) at Prospect Theater (available on iTunes & Spotify) Regional: Grease (Papermill Playhouse), Marius in Les Misrables (WhitePlainsPAC). Aladdin is considered one of the largest productions ever mounted in Australia boasting a cast of 37, a staggering 337 costumes and in an unforgettable theatrical event lauded by the New York Times as fabulous. Other Bway: Aladdin (orig co.), Hair (orig revival co.), All Shook Up (orig co.), The Pirate Queen (orig co.), Elf (orig co.), Mamma Mia and Tarzan. [24], A West End production officially opened on June 15, 2016, at the Prince Edward Theatre, with previews from May 27, 2016, and starring Dean John-Wilson as Aladdin, Trevor Dion Nicholas as Genie, Jade Ewen as Jasmine, Don Gallagher as Jafar, Peter Howe as Iago, Irvine Iqbal as Sultan, Nathan Amzi as Babkak, Rachid Sabitri as Omar, and Stephen Rahman-Hughes as Kassim. Fordham University. Disney credits: Red Car Trolley News Boys (Disneyland AGVA), "Christmas Day Parade" w/Justin Bieber (on ABC), Debby Ryan and Disney's "Shake It Up!" Fantasy/Imaginary, Multiple Settings, Spectacle, Community Theatre, High School, Professional Theatre. WIN SYD TIX | Ladies in Black, Next Post [57] Mark Kennedy of the Associated Press gave the production a rave review, writing: "It's spritely well sung and hits that sweet spot Disney Theatrical Productions do so well, a saccharine fairy tale for the kids cut by some sly, vinegary quips for their parents. He notes his guilt in thievery, having vowed to never steal again after the death of his mother ("Proud of Your Boy"). . After she leaves, Jafar has Aladdin arrested for entering the Princess' room unsupervised. Onscreen he has appeared on Australian television shows Dance Academy, The Masked Singer and The Real Full Monty. Big, bold, and comedy gold! 143 to my J. MichaelJamesScott.com Instagram: @iamMJScott Twitter: @iamMJScott, Arielle is so excited to be in Agrabah! @cameronsirian. The filmed production starred performers from the original Broadway, West End, Sydney and US Tour productions: Ainsley Melham as Aladdin, Trevor Dion Nicholas as Genie, Isabelle McCalla as Jasmine, Brian Gonzales as Babkak, Brandon O'Neill as Kassim, Robert Tripolino as Omar, Irvine Iqbal as Sultan, Don Darryl Rivera as Iago and Jonathan Freeman as Jafar. Raaaaaar! Regional:A Crossing(Best Supporting Actor Award)Godspell, La Cage aux Folles, Wit. Mozart's.
Mum's calling : Aladdin Musical is Genie-us Is overjoyed to be making her national tour debut inDisneys Aladdin! James was also a lead performer alongside Melinda Schneider for the Blake Entertainment production of Doris, which opened at the Sydney OperaHouse. In 2020, she released her debut single, Move On, and is currently writing her EP. Hairspray the Musical returns exclusively to Melbourne - April 14 - 17 (2021) The National Theatre, St Kilda. campaigns and as a dancer for The Voice. Natalie would like to make special mention of her family, teachers, and mentors, who continue to inspire her and have shaped the person she istoday. She has trained for screen and stage, and has had lead roles in television advertising campaigns for brands including Pantene, Praise, McDonald's, and V Energy. Cast & Creative. Tickets starting at $77.00. The North American tour of the Disney hit will launch in Schenectady, NY at Proctors, playing October 11-23, 2022. TV:Blacklist: Redemption, Madame Secretary, Law & Order: SVU, 30 Rock. Conductor of the Paranjoti Chorus. Sign up today to unlock amazing theatre resources and opportunities. Go JMU Dukes! www.markdiconzo.com. Originally from Melbourne, Chris is a proud graduate of the National Institute of Dramatic Art (NIDA). Will love conquer all? With just one rub of a magic lamp, Aladdin's journey sweeps you into an exotic world full of . Thank you DGRW and to my parents for believing I could make it. [29] The Sydney and Melbourne productions performed an autism-friendly adaptation of the show which had the "removal of strobe lighting and pyrotechnics, reduction of any jarring sounds and house lights being dimmed (instead of off)" to provide a more supportive environment for autistic patrons. As a young singer, dancer, and actor, Graeme made his musical theatre debut in 2002 in Cameron Mackintoshs production of, in the role of Dipper. Regional: Arena Stage, North Shore Music Theatre. Regional: The MUNY, Bucks County Playhouse. New York, NY, SM for Poor Yella Rednecks
Off-Broadway: Cheek to Cheek (York). His screen credits include the TV series Spreadsheet (Paramount+); My Life Is Murder, Five Bedrooms, and Playing for Keeps (Network TEN); Ms. Since graduating, she has been cast in numerous productions, including Aida for Opera Australia, A Chorus Line for Darlinghurst Theatre Company, LEAP alongside director Amy Campbell, and most recently Nice Work if You Can Get It at the Hayes Theatre. @carinaballerina_, National Tour debut! Bayley made his musical theatre debut in 2018 in Charlie and the Chocolate Factory and was then in the cast of Australias first post-COVID show, Pippin.
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Aladdin the Musical review [Sydney 2016] - Man in Chair www.anandnagraj.com, National tour debut! Thanks to Stewart Talent, friends & family for their support. A supercharged salaam to fabulousness The Australian Cast Alinta Chidzey Satine Des Flanagan Christian Simon Burke AO Harold Zidler James Bryers The Duke of Monroth Jarrod Draper Toulouse-Lautrec Ryan Gonzalez Santiago Samantha Dodemaide Nini Olivia Vsquez Arabia Chaska Halliday La Chocolat Christopher J Scalzo Babydoll Patrice Tipoki Satine Alternate Fabian Andrs Ensemble Amy Berrisford Ensemble Alinta (She/Her) is one of Australias most captivating leading ladies. Quite simply, this production of Aladdin is pure magic. BFA: Millikin University. @thesamejame. Ensemble, Understudy (Aladdin & Omar) Brandon Burks. Aladdin courts Jasmine with a ride on his magic carpet provided to him by Genie ("A Whole New World"). She is also a member of the SMA Productions entertainment trio The Diamonds, appearing regularly as a vocalist, dancer, and host for corporate events around Australia. In 2015, Simon was named an Officer of the Order of Australia (AO) for distinguished service to the performing arts as an actor, singer andproducer. She also created her own cabaret, with Darlinghurst Theatre Co. and was seen turning four chairs on The Voice (season 10), joining Team Jessica Mauboy. Maxwells performance inAssassinswon the 2017 GLUG award for Most Outstanding Performance by a Newcomer. He and his assistant, Iago, search for a way to enter the "Cave of Wonders", a mysterious cavern in the desert said to hold untold power. He notes that Agrabah is a diverse place, full of revered nobles, misfits, and even a few villains ("Arabian Nights"). Regional Theatre: Little Shop of Horrors(Audrey II),The Wiz(The Lion),Carousel(Enoch Snow),The Music Man (Marcellus Washburn), A Christmas Carol (Ghost of Christmas Present). Regional credits: Aladdin (5th Avenue Theatre), Hairspray (Fulton Opera House), King and I, Show Boat (Sacramento Music Circus), Dirty Rotten Scoundrels, White Christmas (Walnut Street Theatre). [36] Keoma Aidhen had previously played the role of Jasmine in Germany, making her the first performer to play the role in two different languages. In 2017-2018 she returned to Cats as Resident Choreographer (RUG), ensemble in Oklahoma! Remembering what Genie told him earlier about the limitations to his powers, Aladdin tricks Jafar into wishing for himself to become a genie so that his power will be unmatched. The Cave of Wonders is wonderful. Aladdin lies and says that he really is a prince, he just sometimes likes to dress as a commoner to escape the pressures of palace living, much like Jasmine did that day. The executive director of a US minority rights organisation lamented that the production had 'missed an opportunity' to showcase Arab-American actors, who remain underrepresented on Broadway.[42]. Aladdin is ordered to be killed, but he is saved by Jafar and Iago, who lead Aladdin to the Cave of Wonders ("Diamond in the Rough"). Aladdin, a kind but wily street urchin, falls in love with the beautiful Princess Jasmine, whom he knows is waaaaay out of his league. Devon made his West End debut while still in training with Eugenius: The Musical (The London Palladium) followed by The Hired Man (Cadogan Hall).