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Disney's Aladdin Jr.
Feb. 22 - March 9, 2008
7:30 p.m. Fridays and Saturdays, 2 p.m. Saturdays and Sundays
Theatre Arlington, 305 W. Main St., Arlington
$10
817-275-7661
www.theatrearlington.org
Runtime: One hour, 15 minutes with an
intermission
Best reason to go: The flying carpet, all
of the production numbers, especially the parade, and the
Oscar-winning music |
Disney's Aladdin Jr.
A Lad, a Lamp and a Princess - ‘Aladdin’ Shines at
Theatre Arlington
ARLINGTON -- Theatre Arlington’s magical
production of Disney’s Aladdin, Jr. transports the
audience from Main Street, Arlington to the streets of Agrabah
as they fly with the cast on a journey into "A Whole New
World."
"Street rat" Aladdin meets the
beautiful Princess Jasmine in the marketplace of Agrabah. At
once captivated, he is captured by the palace guards, who toss
him into a cave that happens to hold a remarkable lamp. There
are plenty of twists and turns along the way to a happy ending.
Director Todd Hart assembles a cast of 36
young actors and technicians in Theatre Arlington’s largest
youth musical ever. From beginning to end, the voices and
staging are outstanding. Visually, Jack Hardaway’s set,
beautifully painted by B.J. Cleveland, Ana Pettit’s lighting,
and Tina Dale’s costumes help make Aladdin, Jr.
a spectacular production appealing to adults as well as
children.
Caitlin Galloway’s Princess Jasmine is
everything a princess should be – pretty, smart, nice,
independent and possessing an amazing voice. Aladdin (played by
Parker Fitzgerald) is lovable and charming and matches her note
for note. Tyler Martin makes an imposing and diabolical Jafar
without being too frightening. Graham Galloway as Jafar’s
right-hand parrot Iago, and Dylan Chambers as the Genie bring
impeccable comic delivery to their performances, especially with
Chambers’ rapid-fire bits when he is first released from the
lamp. The two of them steal the scene in Act II leaving audience
members of all ages laughing for a long time.
The ensemble shines as well – all of the
musical numbers are creatively staged by director Hart. The
popular song "Friend Like Me" (a big musical
number) and the opening parade in Act II are particularly
memorable. This production shows how important a solid ensemble
is to a successful show.
Kid-friendly Aladdin, Jr has
everything – color, spectacle, action, excitement, a handsome
hero, a beautiful princess and a happy ending.
What more could you want?
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Customer Feedback
"I was at the production today, March
26th, of Aladdin with my two children, ages 5 and 3.5. I just
wanted to let you know that it was the best, most amazing,
children's production that we have seen since moving here to DFW.
We have attended shows at Casa Manana, Dallas Children's
Theater, and Irving Arts Center. This was our first Theater
Arlington show and it far exceeded my expectations...resembled a
true professional production. My friend and I were not only
impressed with the performances of the children (particularly
the talented Jasmine, Jafar, Genie, and Aladdin) but also with
the special effects during the show. I could go on and on and
on, but just know your organization captured my attention for
good!!!! Please add me to your mailing list!!!!! Thank
you!"
"Sparkling and impressive. The parade was
astounding!"
"A spectacle in the best sense of the
word!"
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Daytime box office is
located at 316 W Main St, across the street from Theatre Arlington, in
downtown Arlington |
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