Aladdin Character Information

 

Character Breakdown

Lead Roles

Aladdin (male): a poor street urchin, longs to make his mother proud, but sometimes loses his way. He's the thief with a heart of gold, so the actor must be charismatic and versatile to be able to play both the prankster and the romantic lead.  This is a heavy singing role, so vocal range and talent is a must. *This role will require hand-holding with Jasmine.

Babkak, Omar, and Kassim (male or female): Aladdin's loyal and playful pals. Babkak is the Agrabahn foodie who loves to snack, kindhearted Omar has a sensitive soul, and stubborn Kassim yearns to be a leader. These friends and a tight-knit trio of strong singers and actors.

Genie (male or female): the fast-talking,  fun-loving, scene-stealing wisecracker who lives in the lamp and yearns to be free. Genie doesn't need to be the strongest singer or dancer, but needs to have great comic timing and a flashy and fun sense of showmanship.

Iago (male or female): the fawning and funny sidekick to Jafar- not a bird. Not a singing role, this part has sarcastic asides and needs comedic flair.

Isir,  Manal, and Rajah (female): Jasmine's  devoted attendants, who keep the Princess grounded with their honesty and openness. Isir is optimistic, Manal is assertively encouraging, and Rajah (not a tiger) is the most protective. These actors must be strong singers with the ability to harmonize.

Jafar (male): the power-hungry and crooked Grand Vizier. Must be a strong actor who can sing and portray both sides of Jafar's two-faced personality as well as pull off comedic moments with Iago.

Jasmine (female): the Princess of Agrabah who longs to experience the world outside the palace walls. Curious and assertive, she knows what she wants and craves the freedom to make her own choices. Must be a strong actor and singer who can portray the romantic lead and a young woman caught between her responsibilities to her people and to herself. *This role will require hand-holding with Aladdin.

Sultan (male): the warm-hearted ruler who dotes on his daughter and is committed to upholding the  ancient laws of Agrabah. This is not a singing role, but needs to be an actor who can play a father figure convincingly.

Featured/Supporting Roles

Beggars (male or female): a small group of kids who interact with Aladdin in the marketplace.

Apple Vendor (male or female): a  merchant who reviles the beggars and from whom Jasmine unintentionally steals and apple.

Fortune Teller  (female): unwittingly helps Aladdin escape the guards.

Shop Owner (male or female): a marketplace vendor from whom Aladdin steals bread.

Razoul (male): the rough and commanding head of the palace guards, answers to Jafar. Must be an intimidating leader.

Guards (male): follow Razoul's orders and have some singing/speaking lines.

Prince Abdullah (male): one of Princess Jasmine's suitors.

Attendants (male or female): accompany Prince Abdullah.

Spooky Voice (male or female): reveals the location of the lamp to Jafar.

Cave of  Wonders (male or female): the ominous voice that instructs Aladdin to only take the lamp.

Soloists in Arabian Nights (male or female): help set the story in the opening number.