Disney's hit Broadway and West End musical Aladdin is set to land in Southampton as part of its first ever UK and Ireland tour next year.
Based on the beloved 1992 animated film with new songs by Tony, Olivier, Grammy, Emmy and eight-time Academy Award winner Alan Menken, it comes to Mayflower Theatre from September 5 to 29, 2024.
Tickets go on sale next month.
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Experience the timeless story of Disney’s Aladdin, a thrilling production filled with unforgettable magic, comedy and breathtaking spectacle!
It's a theatrical event seen by over 14 million people worldwide, where one lamp and three wishes make the possibilities infinite.
The UK and Ireland tour of Disney’s Aladdin will star Yeukayi Ushe (Disney’s The Lion King, A Strange Loop, Kinky Boots and Motown The Musical) as Genie and introduce Gavin Adams as Aladdin. A recent graduate of the Royal Academy of Music, Gavin will be making his professional debut in the title role.
Gavin told the Daily Echo: "I am delighted to be making my theatrical debut in such an iconic role, a real diamond in the rough whose aspirations and heart make him a true loveable hero. Come and join us on this magic carpet ride! We can’t wait to see you."
Thomas Schumacher, President & Producer Disney Theatrical Productions, added: "As Aladdin approaches its second decade onstage, we are thrilled that the 11th production of the glorious Broadway show will soon be seen by audiences throughout the UK and Ireland.
"This show is a powerful tonic, an irresistible lift for every audience who sees it. The musical theatre performers in the UK and Ireland rival any on the planet and we look forward to presenting the best of them in this joyous new production."
The spectacular, all singing, all dancing show continues its record-breaking run-on Broadway at the New Amsterdam Theatre, and since opening there in March 2014, nine subsequent productions have launched around the world, including over 1200 performances at the Prince Edward Theatre in London’s West End.
Tickets for the Southampton run will go on sale to members on October 19 with general sale starting on October 27,
Visit mayflower.org.uk or call 023 8071 1811.
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