Music by Alan Menken. Lyrics by Howard Ashman and Tim Rice. Book Adapted and Additional Lyrics by Jim Luigs

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1 Music by Alan Menken Lyrics by Howard Ashman and Tim Rice Book Adapted and Additional Lyrics by Jim Luigs Music Adapted and Arranged by Bryan Louiselle Based on the Screenplay by Ron Clements and John Musker Ted Elliot and Terry Rossio Aladdin JR. is presented through special arrangement with and all authorized performance materials are supplied by Musical Theatre International, 421 West 54th Street, New York, NY Script, music and all other material 2005 Disney Enterprises, Inc. Disney s Aladdin Jr. is a registered trademark of Disney Enterprises, Inc. Thursday April 23rd, 2015

2 Message from Mr. Pagano Production Team Director: Ms. C. McCourt Good evening, ladies and gentlemen: Despite, or rather because of a world that continues to be fraught with difficulties beyond our control, the importance of being transported to another universe becomes more and more precious to us. The first part of this involves young people who every year lead me to marvel at their confidence, art, and self control. I always found speaking (or acting) in public an extremely difficult task. Tonight I know I will be looking at a stage where our young people not only demonstrate the fearlessness and maturity involved in putting oneself front and centre, but also do it with the craft and class that belies their years. we will be transported to a world, again, where young people are the ones in control, and we will relish the opportunity, I'm, sure. The second part of that transportation of transformation tonight involves the actual subject matter. What better musical, what better medium than "Aladdin" to bring us to a world where magic makes all good things possible? I would like to thank all the actors tonight for their time, talent and dedication. None of this would be possible without the efforts of Christina McCourt, Erica Cooke, Agnes Cho, Michele Aitken, Jeff Fong, Chris Dunn, Brianne Cooper, Tamara Reay, Matthew David, Sue Lyons, Nicole Bryant, Esther Lee, Mishka Sawka, Wendy Molnar, Katarina Mylvaganam, and Rachael Lee...A big thanks also to members of the audience for supporting such an important endeavour. Enjoy. The Band: Mara Bowman (tenor sax), Jack Feng (alto sax), Pam Fong (alto sax), Jeff Fong (trumpet), Andrew Northey (electric bass), Abhishek Chandaria (percussion), Laura Chu (percussion) Backstage: Sean McNamara, Sifana Jalal, Kristina Tzortzis, Georgia Gardner, Sarah Douey, Kelly Chu, Amal Ismail-Ladak Hair and Make-up: Maddie Elman, Nesli Inan, Jess Weinberg, Sifana Jalal, Sam Gardner, Ms. E. Lee, Ms. K. Kotzer, Chris Dunn, Ms. C. McCourt Costumes: Erica and Jesse Cooke, Wendy Molnar, Agnes Cho, Michelle Aiken, Ms. C. McCourt Band/ Music: Mr. J.Fong, Josh Priess Set Construction: Chris Dunn Set Design: Ms. B. Cooper, Ms. T. Reay, Dana Doubouvsky Backdrops: Mr. T. Johnstone, Ms. S. Lyons Lights and Sound: Mr. M. David, Ms. N. Bryant Publicity: Grade 12 Business Leadership Class Front of House: Ms. N. Bryant, Alex Chan Program: Ms. R. Lee, Ms. M. Sawka, Lara Franklin (cover art) Props: Ms. N. Bryant, Ms. C. McCourt, Ms. K. Kotzer, Erica Cooke, Wendy Molnar, Michelle Aiken Vince Pagano

3 Director s Notes Hands down, Aladdin has got to be one of my favourite musicals from my childhood. It has everything; a far away mysterious place, enchanting characters, romance, villainous plots, magic and bright, catchy songs! Every year when deciding what production to put on, we try and challenge ourselves in new and creative ways. Taking on Shakespeare, working with technology and a green screen and making a witch melt before your eyes are just a few of the ways that we, at Crestwood, try and top ourselves with each production; this year, in deciding to tackle Disney s Aladdin Jr., the challenge was music! With the additional help of Mr. Jeff Fong and his Cave of Wonders band and our Maestro Mr. Josh Priess, the cast has made Agrabah come alive with music you can t help but dance along to. Beyond the music, there are so many people involved to put a production like this together, please take a moment to go through the program and take note of everyone who put so much time and effort into the making of this performance. The cast and crew had a wonderful time putting on this production for you and hope that you have just as great a time watching it tonight! Thank you to everyone involved in making this play as wondrous and magical as the Genie herself and especially to all of you whose unwavering support make nights like this possible! Sincerely, Ms. Christina McCourt

4 Sam Downey Aladdin/Prince Ali Sam has been in every school production since Grade Seven and the Sears Drama Festival since Grade Ten. His favourite part of being in Aladdin is learning how to sing. His favourite role was playing The Scarecrow in the Crestwood production of The Wizard of Oz. Ms. K. Mylvaganam Prince Baba of Ganoush Ms. E. Lee Prince formerly known as The Artist Alexandra Martin Genie Alex has been in every school production since Grade Four. Her favourite part of being in Aladdin is having fun with the other cast members; her favourite role was playing Kenickie in the Crestwood Lower School production of Grease. Ms. C. McCourt Prince Dahdu Rahn-Rahn

5 William Dennison Narrator Townsperson This is William s first time acting in a school play. He decided to try out for this year s play: a) to get over his stage fright and b) he loves to sing. His favourite part of being in Aladdin is the singing. Justin Shouldice Jafar Justin has been in many school productions since Grade Six. His favourite part of being in Aladdin is being evil, and his favourite role was playing Willie Wonka in the Crestwood production in Charlie and the Chocolate Factory. Ethan Cohen Attendant Townsperson This is Ethan s first time acting in a school play. He tried out for this year s play to a) have another activity to take part in and b) because his friends wanted to join. His favourite part of being in Aladdin is the experience of being in a play. Alexander McLeod Iago (Jafar s parrot) Alexander has been in every school production since Grade Seven. His favourite part of being in Aladdin is making people laugh and acting as a sarcastic character. His favourite role was playing Macbeth in Grade Six because that was his first time in a play and where he discovered his passion for acting.

6 Shanel Maida Princess Jasmine Shanel started acting in school productions from the age of six. Her favourite part of being in Aladdin is the songs because they re extravagant and fun. Her favourite role was playing Scar in the Crestwood Lower School production of The Lion King. Vanessa Kozik Magic Carpet Vanessa has been in every school production since Grade Five. Her favourite part of being in Aladdin is having another opportunity to act. Her favourite role was playing one of Ariel s sisters in the Crestwood Lower School production of The Little Mermaid. Rachel Mintz Sadira This is Rachel s second time acting in a school play. She decided to try out for this year s production because she enjoyed acting in the play at Crestwood s Lower School last year. Her favourite part of being in Aladdin is singing. Max Dolman Genie Powers This is Max s first time acting in a play. He decided to try out for this year s play because he thought it would be fun. His favourite part of being in Aladdin is wearing the morph suit (and running around in it)

7 Jordan Wax Abu Jordan has been in some of the school productions since he was in Grade Four. His favourite part of being in Aladdin is bringing the character of Abu to life, and his favourite role is playing Abu in this year s production of Aladdin. Samara Osten Mirage This is Samara s first time acting in a school play. She decided to audition for this year s play because she thought it would be fun. Her favourite part of being in Aladdin is acting as a character in the play and having fun with her friends. Sam Douey Genie Powers This is Sam s first time acting in a play. He decided to try out for this year s play because he thought it would be nice to experience something new and wanted to have fun. His favourite part of being in Aladdin is wearing and running in a morph suit. Blaire Norton Eden This is Blaire s second time acting in a play; she acted in her first role when she was in Grade Seven. Her favourite part of being in Aladdin is the singing and the fact that her character has a lion. Her favourite role is playing Eden in this year s production of Aladdin.

8 Amirreza Rafati Sultan This is Amirreza s first time acting in a school day. He decided to try for this year s play because a) he liked the movie when he was younger and b) he wanted to take part in more school activities. His favourite part of being in Aladdin is having fun with the rest of the cast members. Pearl Chen Razoul This is Pearl s first time acting in a school play. She decided to try out for this year s play because she thought it would be fun. Her favourite part of being in Aladdin is having fun with the other cast members. Peter McLeod Guard Townsperson This is Peter s first time acting in a school play. He decided to try out for this year s production after finding out that he enjoyed acting when taking part in this year s Sears Drama Festival, and he wanted to try something new. His favourite part of being in Aladdin is hearing Sam sing. Lucas Gold Guard Townsperson This is Lucas second time acting in a play; he acted in his first school play role two years ago. His favourite part of being in Aladdin is rehearsing with the cast and his favourite role was playing Charlie in the Crestwood production in Charlie and the Chocolate Factory.