This article was written by Year 6 students, Will Downing and Angelina Singh.
Aladdin Jr, the 2023 Year 6 Grimwade House musical, was definitely a production to remember!
The audience was transported to the bustling streets of Agrabah by the Genie together with Aladdin, the penniless nobody who longs for a better life, and Jasmine, the Sultan’s daughter who wishes for freedom.
The stage was brought to life with colour, energy, and movement through stand-out performances. The shining stars were Orlando Lumicisi (Aladdin) and Matisse Ponting (Jasmine) who accentuated their characters’ personality on stage to bring the audience along on their journey throughout the captivating show.
There was also the evil royal advisor Jafar (Leo Marchesani), his scheming partner Iago (Jake O’Keefe) and the wildly entertaining Genie of the Lamp (Harry Elmer). The harmonic vocal group, energetic dance group and the mesmerising magic group ensured everyone was given a time to shine.
The students and teachers worked collaboratively and creatively to produce the lifelike props that were set before us on stage. The impressive and vibrant costumes worn by the ensemble Agrabahns were realistic and the colourful lighting and special effects were astonishing and added focus, intrigue, and mood to the stage.
The energy, positivity and hours of rehearsing produced a professional-like performance worthy of a place on Broadway! Aladdin Jr was a magical, inclusive, and exciting musical built on teamwork and dedication of which all of Year 6 and their teachers should be proud.
