Orlando Shakespeare Theater Presents a 'Choose Your Own Journey' Style Production of ALADDIN AND THE MAGIC LAMP

Orlando Shakespeare Theater (Orlando Shakes) in Partnership with UCF kicks off its 2017-2018 Children's Series with the celebrated Middle Eastern folktale Aladdin and the Magic Lamp from June 15 - July 23, 2017 in the Goldman Theater.

Adapted by BranDon Roberts (2016's Beauty and the Beast and 2015's The Frog and the Princess), the family-friendly production will feature a "Choose Your Own Journey" interactive approach, in which the audience will be able to determine the outcome of the play.

Individual tickets ($9 - $18) will be available for purchase starting Tuesday, May 4, 2017. Group tickets (orders of 10+) and Children's Series subscriptions are available now by calling (407) 447-1700 ext. 1 or in person at the Lowndes Shakespeare Center (812 East Rollins Street).

Aladdin and the Magic Lamp tells the timeless tale of a boy, a genie, and the power of pursuing your dreams. Based on Middle Eastern folktale The Arabian Nights, a young man named Aladdin seeks advice on a way to meet the princess from wise genies, a powerful sultan, and his own mother. Told with help from the younger members of the audience, Aladdin learns that it takes more than a wish to make a good impression and to always follow your heart.

"We are very excited to be kicking off our Children's Series with a different kind of fairy tale this year," said Anne Hering, Director of Education at Orlando Shakespeare Theater. "The 'Choose Your Own Journey' approach presented in Aladdin and the Magic Lamp will make audience members feel like they are really living the adventure like never before."

The cast and creative team for Aladdin and the Magic Lamp will be announced at a later date.

PERFORMANCE INFORMATION AND RELATED EVENTS:

Preview Dates - June 15 and 16 at 10:30 a.m.

Opening Date - June 17 at 2 p.m. and 4:30 p.m.

Sensory Friendly - July 1 at 4:30 p.m.

ASL Interpreted - July 8 at 2 p.m. and 4:30 p.m.

OPENING DAY CELEBRATION - Saturday, June 17 at 1:00 p.m. and 3:30 p.m.

Join us one hour before both opening day performances to take part in free crafts and activities. Free to all opening day ticket holders. No RSVP required.

SENSORY FRIENDLY PERFORMANCE - Saturday, July 1 at 4:30 p.m.

Orlando Shakes invites families with children that have sensory, social, cognitive, or physical challenges to participate in our Sensory Friendly performance. In addition to lighting, sound, and vocal cues being adjusted, patrons will be able to exit the theater with ease during the performance should their child become overwhelmed. Social stories and other resources will also be available to patrons via Orlando Shakes website prior to the performance.

ASL SHADOW INTERPRETED PERFORMANCE - Saturday, July 8 at 2:00 p.m. and 4:30 p.m.

A sign language interpreter shadows each actor, providing a rich theater experience for our patrons who use sign language. This is also an excellent experience for hearing theater patrons as well as they will be able to enjoy a new and different style of theater.

SHAKE OUT THE SILLIES

Join members of the cast for interactive pre-show fun for the whole family. The fun starts 10-15 minutes prior to every performance.

AUTOGRAPH SESSIONS

Stick around after every performance of Aladdin and the Magic Lamp for a special autograph session with the stars of the show.

TICKET INFORMATION:

PRICING

Tuesday - Friday (and Saturday, July 22, 2017) at 10:30 a.m. - $9

Wednesday and Friday at 2 p.m. - $14 children; $18 adults

Saturday and Sunday at 2 p.m. and 4:30 p.m. - $14 children; $18 adults

DISCOUNTS

Group Sales: Up to 20% off groups of 10+

Student Matinee: Purchase 10 tickets and the 11th ticket is free during select weekday performances

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