Looking for an
enchanting London musical! Simply head towards the opulent Prince Edward
Theatre which is hosting the magnificent London musical, Aladdin! The hugely
loved show is adapted from the popular 1992 Disney’s most popular movie. The
two hours and thirty minutes show is a must watch for theatre lovers.
This Tony
Award-nominated musical London Westen show revolves around Aladdin and his
friends, Kassim, Omar and Babkak, The show beautifully depicts their survival
on the mean streets whereas beyond the palace walls where the gorgeous Princess
Jasmine is enclosed. The chance meeting of Aladdin and Jasmine is followed by
falling in love. Their love angers the villainous Grand Vizier, Jafar, as he
wants to marry Jasmine and usurp the throne for himself.
Aladdin
is truly a wild Arabian adventure featuring flying
carpets, caves of treasure and a tap-dancing genie! Menken’s original film
score, such as "Arabian Nights", "One Jump Ahead",
"Friend Like Me", and the Academy Award-winning "A Whole New
World" makes the show a must watch theatrical experience.
The show is a
complete entertainment package featuring extravagant music and dance numbers.
Under the superb direction of Casey Nicholaw of The Book of Mormon fame, the
show is a complete treat for all. Sterling performances from the lead cast
members are worth watching. Matthew Croke portrayed the role of Aladdin,
renowned for some great works like Wicked, Chicago, Grease, Jade Ewen portrayed
the role of Jasmine known for In the Heights, Broadway's Trevor Dion Nicholas
as Genie, Don Gallagher as Jafar, Nick Cavaliere as Iago, Irvine Iqbal as
Sultan, Leon Craig as Babkak, Miles Barrow as Omar and Daniel.
If you are
planning to make this weekend a memorable time then go for Aladdin with your
dear ones! The Prince Edward Theatre
is positioned in the busy area of Soho, on Old Compton Street. Leicester
Square, Piccadilly Circus and Covent Garden are located at a nearby distance,
whereas host of shops, bars and restaurants are at a close distance.
Prince Edward
theatre is located at an easily accessible location and can be commuted via
various modes of commutations such as buses, tubes, taxis and cars. Leicester
Square is the nearest tube station, whereas you can board bus numbers 14, 19
and 38 all stop on Charing Cross Road. You can also hire a taxi or drive your
car as the nearest car park is in Chinatown on Newport Place, just 3 minutes
away from the theatre. The cost is £20.00 for 4 hours.
