What does it take to bring the story of Aladdin JR. to life with music, dance and adventure? ShirleyArts! is doing just that with a cast of 36 students ages 8-18, a staff of six, three weeks of rehearsals and the efforts of more than a dozen volunteers working on scenery, costumes and props.
Featuring beloved songs including “A Whole New World” and “Friend Like Me,” with music by Alan Menken and lyrics by Howard Ashman, Tim Rice and Chad Beguelin, the production promises an entertaining experience for audiences of all ages.
The ShirleyArts! production stars Jack Keaveny as Aladdin and Kiana Starr as Jasmine. John Marble plays the Genie, while Zain Kahn takes on the role of Jafar. Supporting cast members include Shayla Payatt as Iago and Drew Harland as the Sultan, along with 32 additional students performing multiple roles throughout the show.
Meredith Marcinkewicz serves as director and producer, with Laurie Marcinkewicz as choreographer.
Performances will be held at the Ayer-Shirley Middle School Auditorium on:
- Friday, July 17, at 7 p.m.
- Saturday, July 18, at 7 p.m.
- Sunday, July 19, at 2 p.m.
General seating tickets will be available at the door for all performances. Advance tickets may be purchased at www.shirleyarts.info.
Based on the Disney film written by Ron Clements, John Musker, Ted Elliott and Terry Rossio, and directed and produced by Clements and Musker, Disney’s Aladdin JR. is presented through special arrangement with Music Theatre International.