Casting "Aladdin, Jr."

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Character Breakdown

Aladdin, a poor street urchin, longs to make his mother proud, but sometimes loses his way. He’s the thief with a heart of gold, so cast your most charismatic actor with the versatility to play both the playful prankster and romantic lead. Make sure he has the vocal chops to carry this heavy- singing role., a poor street urchin, longs to make his mother proud, but sometimes loses his way. He’s the thief with a heart of gold, so cast your most charismatic actor with the versatility to play both the playful prankster and romantic lead. Make sure he has the vocal chops to carry this heavy- singing role. Gender: Male    Vocal range top: E4    Vocal range bottom: G2

 

Babkak, Omar, and Kassim are Aladdin’s three loyal and playful pals. Babkak is the Agrabahn foodie who loves to snack, kindhearted Omar has a sensitive soul, and stubborn Kassim yearns to be a leader. – they should be a truly tight-knit trio of strong singers and actors.    Gender: Any    Vocal range top: E4    Vocal range bottom: G2

 

Genie is the fast-talking, fun-loving, scene- stealing wisecracker who lives in the lamp and yearns to be free. Genie doesn’t need to be your strongest singer or dancer – needs to be an actor with great comic timing and a flashy and fun sense of showmanship.  Gender: Any    Vocal range top: D#4    Vocal range bottom: G2

Iago is the fawning and funny sidekick to Jafar. He’s an actor who can execute this lackey’s many sarcastic asides with comedic flair.    Gender: Any    Vocal range top: E4    Vocal range bottom: Bb2

 

Isir, Manal, and Inaya, Jasmine’s devoted attendants, keep the Princess grounded with their honesty and openness. Isir, whose name means “inspiration,” is optimistic; Manal, “achievement,” is assertively encouraging; and Inaya, “Concern, solicitude, care,” is the most protective. As with Aladdin’s three pals, the three need a palpable chemistry, but above all, strong singers who can pull off “These Palace Walls” with aplomb.  Also looking for strong dancers as they will be featured in many other numbers.  Gender: Female    Vocal range top: Eb5    Vocal range bottom: B3

 

Jafar is the power-hungry and crooked Grand Vizier. A strong actor who can sing and portray both sides of Jafar’s two-faced personality – loyal advisor to the Sultan and scheming villain – as well as pull off delicious comedic moments with his lackey, Iago.    Gender: Male    Vocal range top: Eb4    Vocal range bottom: Bb2

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Iago  is another great comedy role. Like the Genie, comedic skills are a must. Iago has several sarcastic jibes and asides. Must stay in character during his or her audience asides. This character is not in a parrot costume, but should bring human characteristics to Jafar's sidekick.  Vocal Range:  Bb3 - D4

 

Jasmine the Princess of Agrabah, longs to experience the world outside the palace walls. Curious and assertive, she knows what she wants and craves the freedom to make her own choices. A strong actor and singer who can portray both the romantic lead and a young woman caught between her responsibilities to her people and to herself.  Gender: Female    Vocal range top: E5    Vocal range bottom: G3

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Sultan, the warm-hearted ruler who dotes on his daughter, is committed to upholding the ancient laws of Agrabah. An actor who can play this father figure convincingly with great comedic timing. Stern yet loveable.  Gender: Male    Vocal range top: C4    Vocal range bottom: Ab3

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Agrabahns are the citizens of Agrabah who help to create the bustling marketplace – merchants, shoppers, beggars, guards, etc. Included in this ensemble are the following featured roles:

• The Beggars  small group with whom Aladdin briefly interacts. Feel free to cast more beggars than the three who have scripted lines.

• The Apple Vendor is a merchant who reviles the beggars and from whom Jasmine unintentionally steals an apple.

• The Fortune Teller unwittingly helps Aladdin escape the guards in “One Jump Ahead.”

• The Shop Owner is a marketplace vendor from whom Aladdin steals bread.

• Razoul, the rough and commanding head of the palace guards, answers to Jafar. He is an intimidating leader.

• The Guards (2) follow Razoul’s orders. While there are only two speaking roles, may include as many additional guards as needed, who can help Razoul defend the palace during “High Adventure.”    Gender: Any

 

Prince Abdullah is one of Princess Jasmine’s haughty and arrogant suitors.    Gender: Male

 

Carpet is a friend of Genie and a support to Aladdin.  Tumbling/gymnastics desired in this role.  Non-speaking/singing, but strong acting and pantomime needed.  Gender: Any

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Abu the Monkey Abu is Aladdin’s trusted companion.  Non-speaking/singing, but strong acting, comdedic timing and pantomime needed.  Gender: Any

Attendants (2-4) accompany Prince Abdullah on his journey to Agrabah.  Gender: Any

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Spooky Voice The mysterious Spooky Voice, conjured by Jafar, reveals the location of the lamp. This voice can be recorded, come from offstage, or with creative staging, come from an ensemble performer onstage.    Gender: Any

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Cave of Wonders is the ominous voice that instructs Aladdin to fetch only the lamp from the treasures within. This voice can be created in a variety of ways, much like the Spooky Voice.    Gender: Any

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Ensemble in “Friend Like Me” is conjured by Genie to help wow Aladdin by singing, dancing, and assisting in performing fun and fabulous magic tricks.    Gender: Any 

 

Entourage, led by Aladdin’s three pals, helps to create the visually spectacular parade through the palace in “Prince Ali.”    Gender: Any

 

 

Aladdin, 

Babkak, 

Omar

Kassim 

Genie

Isir

Manal

Rajah

Jafar 

Iago

Jasmine 

Sultan

• The Beggars (3) 

• The Apple 

• The Fortune Teller 

• The Shop Owner 

• Razoul

• The Guards (2) 

Prince  Abdulah

Carpet 

Abu the Monkey

Attendants (2-4) 

Spooky Voice 

Cave of Wonders 

Ensemble 

Entourage

Possible - Rajah (Tiger) - life size puppet (actor needs strength as a puppeteer)