Aladdin: Musical Info & Synopsis
Synopsis:
Aladdin follows a street-smart young man who discovers a lamp containing a wish-granting genie. With the genie’s help, Aladdin transforms into Prince Ali to win the heart of Princess Jasmine, who longs for a life of freedom beyond the palace walls. However, the sorcerer Jafar seeks to exploit the genie’s powers for his own sinister plans. Aladdin touches on themes of love, self-discovery, and the importance of staying true to oneself.
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Musical Information
Musical Type: 1992 Film / Contemporary Musical (2011)
Cast Size: 20+
Genre: Fairy Tale
Setting: Fictional
Creative Team
Music: Alan Menken
Lyrics/Book: Chad Beguelin
Lyrics: Tim Rice, Howard Ashman
Based On: Aladdin➝ (1992 film)
Cast Albums
Original Broadway Cast (2014)➝
Licensing
Aladdin is available to license through Music Theatre International.
Australasia Licensing Options
Europe Licensing Options
International Licensing Options
Resources
Audition Songs: Theatre Trip
Sheet Music: Amazon➝
Tags
2010s, Animals, Based on a Movie, Disney, Family-Friendly, Fantasy, Feel-Good, Friendship, Magic, Megamusical, One-Word, Popular, Rags to Riches, Royalty, Tap Dance
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