![]() The former criticism was addressed in subsequent releases of the film the latter issue has never been addressed, with the character designs locked in for every return of the franchise in the medium of animation. The most financially successful film of the year, Aladdin won the Academy Awards for Best Original Score and Best Original Song (for “A Whole New World”) and racked up a slew of nominations and awards at other ceremonies at the time.ĭespite its largely positive reception, the film was criticised – legitimately – by the American-Arab Anti-Discrimination Committee, who protested a lyric in “Arabian Nights”, where the country was described as one ‘where they cut off your ear if they don’t like your face’ and the portrayal of the films heroes compared with that of its villains, with Aladdin and Jasmine appearing more anglicised than the darker-skinned and more grotesque Jafar and Razoul. Since the release of the film in 1992, Aladdin was a firm favourite with most of the wide audience base that Walt Disney Pictures had built up since the release of The Little Mermaid just three years earlier. ![]() Aladdin uses his first wish to free himself and embarks on a quest to win Jasmine’s heart and outwit Jafar with his newfound power. Aladdin rubs the lamp, and the wish-granting Genie appears. But when Aladdin tries to pocket some gold coins, the Cave of Wonders angrily seals itself, trapping him inside. ![]() As only a “diamond in the rough” may retrieve the Genie’s lamp, Jafar sends Aladdin, a charming street urchin, to do the job. Meanwhile, the Sultan’s treacherous Grand Vizier, Jafar, hopes to usurp the throne and has sought out the mysterious Cave of Wonders to use the powerful magic of a Genie hidden there to take over the kingdom. ![]() Agrabah is ruled by a kind-hearted Sultan, whose daughter, Jasmine, rejects suitor after suitor, much to his dismay. Rights are available from MTI for three different editions of the show, namely Aladdin Jr, Aladdin Kids and Aladdin Dual Language Edition.Ī Genie welcomes the audience to the bustling streets of Agrabah, a place full of revered nobles and nameless misfits – but where even the most humble people can rise to greatness. The original Broadway production is still running, having been performed for more than 3 200 performances so far. The musical features a book by Chad Beguelin, and a score featuring music by Alan Menken and lyrics by Howard Ashman, Tim Rice and Chad Beguelin. All authorized performance materials are also supplied by MTI.Based on Disney’s 1992 film adaptation of “Aladdin or, The Wonderful Lamp” in One Thousand and One Nights, Aladdin premiered on Broadway on 23 March 2014, following developmental runs in Seattle and Toronto. is presented through special arrangement with Music Theatre International (MTI). Music by Alan Menken | Lyrics by Howard Ashman, Tim Rice, and Chad Beguelin | Book by Chad Beguelin | Based on the Disney film written by Ron Clements, John Musker, Ted Elliott & Terry Rossio and directed & produced by Ron Clements & John Musker. Disney's Aladdin JR. With expanded characters, new songs, and more thrills, this new adaptation of the beloved story will open up “a whole new world” for young performers!ĭisney’s Aladdin JR. is based on the 1992 Academy-Award®-winning film and the 2014 hit Broadway show about the “diamond in the rough” street rat, who learns that his true worth lies deep within. Wanting to earn the respect of the princess, Jasmine, Aladdin embarks on an adventure that will test his will and his moral character. Aladdin and his three friends, Babkak, Omar, and Kassim, are down on their luck until Aladdin discovers a magic lamp and the Genie who has the power to grant three wishes.
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