"Aladdin" Cast? — Page 3

#51

Aladdin cast

Posted: 8/10/13 at 2:11pm

"As far as we know, Jasmine could be played by a black woman"

"If what I am hearing from the grapevine is true then the cast will be all black."

Wow.

If that rumor is true, that would be VERY interesting.

#52

Aladdin cast

Posted: 8/10/13 at 2:15pm

Well I'd rather see someone like Renee Goldsberry or Adrienne Warren as Jasmine than Laura Osnes or Jessie Mueller.

#53

Aladdin cast

Posted: 8/10/13 at 2:19pm

Now that I think about it, black leads do seem to fit more than white.

I wonder if Corbin Bleu is apart of this...

#54

Aladdin cast

Posted: 8/11/13 at 2:02pm

Can't wait to see the cast list. I know Daisy Hobbs, of the Memphis tour, is in the ensemble, so since she was in the 5th Ave incarnation, that would lead me to believe she isn't the only one who is moving with the show.

#55

Aladdin cast

Posted: 8/11/13 at 2:48pm

I just don't get why people get hung up on the race of the performers. If they are singing and acting their hearts out on stage, I'm NOT thinking about their race either before or after the show... and probably not until someone else brings up the issue.

#56

Aladdin cast

Posted: 8/11/13 at 11:13pm

All I hope is that when it comes to Broadway, Robin Williams is the Genie. I know you think I'm joking, but HOW AMAZING would that be?????

#57

Aladdin cast

Posted: 8/11/13 at 11:19pm

Robin Williams as the Genie is never going to happen, he has a show that's coming on CBS already getting a good amount of buzz and practically headed for a full season pick up.

#58

Aladdin cast

Posted: 8/11/13 at 11:28pm

Still after D23 Expo, no announcement...

Anyone hear anything else other than what was rumored?

Updated On: 8/11/13 at 11:28 PM

#59

Aladdin cast

Posted: 8/12/13 at 10:03am

Not a lead, but someone who will be in the ensemble left a Broadway production this last week to go into rehearsals soon. Don't know if they are taking a break before they start tho.

Only posting this much because one of their recent castmates spilled the beans on facebook.

#60

Aladdin cast

Posted: 8/12/13 at 2:53pm

@Movidud Can we at least get a name for either Aladdin or Jasmine?

Anyone else know anything?

Updated On: 8/12/13 at 02:53 PM

#61

Aladdin cast

Posted: 8/12/13 at 3:12pm

According to Twitter, the rumor is Lucy Liu will be Jasmine

There is no way...

Updated On: 8/12/13 at 03:12 PM

#62

Aladdin cast

Posted: 8/12/13 at 3:53pm

I saw that you said that Tuck Everlasting was put on hold. Do you know how long it will be on hold for? I am super bummed!

#63

Aladdin cast

Posted: 8/12/13 at 4:31pm

I'd love to see Robin de Jesus as Aladdin. He was adorably hysterical as the houseboy in La Cage, and I think he would bring that same energy into this role.
He's a two time Tony nominee, and a good shot to finally snag an award.

#64

Aladdin cast

Posted: 8/12/13 at 4:34pm

He played Aladdin before at the Muny in St. Louis

#65

Aladdin cast

Posted: 8/12/13 at 5:03pm

It won't be Lucy Liu, as she is a lead in the CBS Sherlock Homes show, "Elementary". She plays the character "Watson".

#66

Aladdin cast

Posted: 8/12/13 at 6:59pm

The girl who was the dance captain in Rock of Ages just left to join Aladdin. Multiple people from the 5th Avenue production are confirmed to be in the production including ensemble members. Also leaving for NYC from Seattle to join rehearsals are Brandon O'Neill who played Kassim in the 5th Avenue version, and Don Darryl Rivera who played Iago. James Monroe Iglehart will be the Genie. Its rumored that another Seattle local is the Genie understudy.

#67

Aladdin cast

Posted: 8/12/13 at 7:01pm

Great, I'm looking forward to Iglehart!

Anything on the leads? LOL

#68

Aladdin cast

Posted: 8/12/13 at 7:32pm

I just really want to know if Courtney Reed is continuing on as Jasmine. Can someone who knows please, please PM me???

#69

Aladdin cast

Posted: 8/12/13 at 7:34pm

Please PM me too if you know!

#70

Aladdin cast

Posted: 8/12/13 at 8:48pm

From what I can tell, neither Adam or Courtney will be continuing with the production.

#71

Aladdin cast

Posted: 8/12/13 at 8:58pm

Adam Jacobs was absolutely terrific, his voice was gorgeous! Are you sure?

Updated On: 8/12/13 at 08:58 PM

#72

Aladdin cast

Posted: 8/12/13 at 9:42pm

I know Robin played the role before, just didn't remember where or when. When I first heard that, it just seemed like a natural fit. I still hope he gets it.
Thanks Justin.

#73

Aladdin cast

Posted: 8/12/13 at 9:51pm

I agree. If he didn't get signed on to be the original Aladdin, I hope he gets the chance to play the character later on in the run.

Updated On: 8/12/13 at 09:51 PM

#74

Aladdin cast

Posted: 8/14/13 at 7:49pm

I wonder if the Genie will be blue like in the movie? I would assume so considering this production is obviously bigger budget than the Seattle production.

I'm still curious to know whether we'll see Andrew Keenan Bolger in the show? Any other casting rumours?

#75

Aladdin cast

Posted: 8/14/13 at 7:53pm

YoungerBrother, I would imagine that Andrew would be involved with Aladdin. I've heard that it is just a larger and better recreation of the Seattle production and since Tuck is stalled, I would imagine so.