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Aladdin Backdrops for Rent

Aladdin” is a musical written by Sandy Wilson, created for the inaugural Christmas pantomime season at the newly refurbished Lyric Theatre in Hammersmith. It premiered on December 21, 1979, and featured a cast including Richard Freeman as Aladdin, Joe Melia as Tuang Kee Chung (Widow Twankey), Aubrey Woods as Abanazar, Ernest Clark as The Emperor, Martin McEvoy as The Genie, Elisabeth Welch as Fatima, and Christine McKenna as Badr-al-Badur

The Story of Aladdin

The story of Aladdin has been a staple of English pantomime for nearly two centuries, often combined with other tales from the Arabian Nights. Sandy Wilson was initially asked to write a traditional pantomime but chose instead to create a musical based on the original Arabian Nights story. Despite this, the production retained many traditional pantomime elements, such as the character of Widow Twankey

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Synopsis

The plot follows the wicked wizard Abanazar, who learns from spirits that the magic lamp he seeks is located in a Chinese laundry in Peking and can be retrieved by Aladdin, the launderess’s idle son. Aladdin’s adventures include defying an imperial decree to catch a glimpse of Princess Badroulbadour, leading to romantic complications. The story progresses with Aladdin acquiring and losing the magic lamp, becoming a prince, and ultimately rescuing his beloved princess from Abanazar’s clutches in Morocco.

Aladdin Production Elements

The musical features several notable songs and scenes that contribute to its charm. Highlights include Abanazar’s solo “Wicked” and various musical numbers that advance the plot rather than serve merely as entertainment. The production was designed to appeal to both children and adults, offering a sophisticated take on the classic tale.