ALADDIN Plays MCCC's Kelsey Theatre, Opens Kids Series 9/26

All aboard for a magical carpet ride. "Aladdin" is about to tickle your funny bone at Mercer County Community College's Kelsey Theatre. This season opener for the Kelsey Kids Series is presented by Kaleidoscope Theatre on Saturday, Sept. 26 at 2 and 4 p.m. Kelsey Theatre is located on Mercer's West Windsor campus, 1200 Old Trenton Road.

In this musical tale of mischief and merriment, the scrappy Aladdin gets caught up in royal intrigue with a silly sultan, his evil advisor Mephustas, the beautiful Princess Jasmine, and a powerful genie. Mephustas is on a quest for a magical lamp that will enable him to seize control of the kingdom. Children and families will relish the journey that takes Aladdin and his companions through the mystical marketplace of Bazrad, exotic caves of jewels and more. A happy ending is guaranteed!

Based in Rhode Island, Kaleidoscope Theatre was founded in 1977 to create and perform educational plays and workshops for youngsters from elementary to high school. Adding musical fairytales to its repertoire in 1982, the company counts comical, enriching family entertainment as a cornerstone of its mission. Touring from Maine to Texas, Kaleidoscope has earned numerous honors, including the Best of Rhode Island Award from Rhode Island Monthly Magazine and the Rhode Island Theatre Achievement Award.

Tickets are $8 for children and senior citizens, and $10 for adults. Free parking is available next to the theater. Tickets may be purchased online at www.kelseytheatre.net or by calling the Kelsey Box Office at 609-570-3333. Kelsey Theatre is wheelchair accessible and provides assisted listening devices upon request. For a complete listing of adult and children's events for the 2009-10 season, visit the Kelsey website or call the box office for a brochure.