What does it take to bring the iconic roles of Aladdin and Jasmine to life on stage? Join us for an in-depth conversation with Adam Jacobs and Courtney Reed, who created the roles on Broadway, and Adi Roy and Sonya Balsara, who play the roles now. Listen as they share their experiences with these beloved characters, and discover the dedication and joy that fuels these incredible performances. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit <a href="https://megaphone.fm/adchoices">megaphone.fm/adchoices</a>

What does it take to bring the iconic roles of Aladdin and Jasmine to life on stage? Join us for an in-depth conversation with Adam Jacobs and Courtney Reed, who created the roles on Broadway, and Adi Roy and Sonya Balsara, who play the roles now. Listen as they share their experiences with these beloved characters, and discover the dedication and joy that fuels these incredible performances. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

What does it take to bring the iconic roles of Aladdin and Jasmine to life on stage? Join us for an in-depth conversation with Adam Jacobs and Courtney Reed, who created the roles on Broadway, and Adi Roy and Sonya Balsara, who play the roles now. Listen as they share their experiences with these beloved characters, and discover the dedication and joy that fuels these incredible performances. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit <a href="https://megaphone.fm/adchoices" rel="noopener noreferrer">megaphone.fm/adchoices</a>

#2 - Becoming Aladdin & Jasmine

Few musicals have captured the hearts of audiences quite like Disney's ALADDIN. But did you know the beloved stage adaptation of the classic animation almost never came to be? This podcast pulls back the curtain on the untold story of ALADDIN's journey from conception to Broadway triumph.
Join 11-time Emmy Award winning entertainment journalist for NY1 and NY1OnStage host Frank DiLella on an in-depth exploration that begins with the initial spark of a stage adaptation. We'll delve into the challenges faced during out-of-town tryouts, the unwavering determination to overcome them, and the celebration of reaching over a decade on Broadway – a remarkable feat in the world of musical theatre.
This captivating series features exclusive conversations with the original cast and creative team behind ALADDIN including Alan Menken, Casey Nicholaw, James Monroe Iglehart, Adam Jacobs, Courtney Reed, Sonya Balsara, Adi Roy and more as they recount their experiences with the show.
Whether you're a lifelong Disney fan, a theatre enthusiast, or simply captivated by the magic of storytelling, this series is a must-listen. Unveil the untold story of ALADDIN and discover the passion, resilience, and drive that created a Broadway sensation.

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Few musicals have captured the hearts of audiences quite like Disney's ALADDIN. But did you know the beloved stage adaptation of the classic animation almost never came to be? This podcast pulls back the curtain on the untold story of ALADDIN's journey from conception to Broadway triumph. Join 11-time Emmy Award winning entertainment journalist for NY1 and NY1OnStage host Frank DiLella on an in-depth exploration that begins with the initial spark of a stage adaptation. We'll delve into the challenges faced during out-of-town tryouts, the unwavering determination to overcome them, and the celebration of reaching over a decade on Broadway – a remarkable feat in the world of musical theatre. This captivating series features exclusive conversations with the original cast and creative team behind ALADDIN including Alan Menken, Casey Nicholaw, James Monroe Iglehart, Adam Jacobs, Courtney Reed, Sonya Balsara, Adi Roy and more as they recount their experiences with the show. Whether you're a lifelong Disney fan, a theatre enthusiast, or simply captivated by the magic of storytelling, this series is a must-listen. Unveil the untold story of ALADDIN and discover the passion, resilience, and drive that created a Broadway sensation.

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