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Christmas Pantos in Dublin

July 20, 2011 By 4 Comments

Article by Mairead Foley

Christmas is fast approaching and so is panto season! Don’t miss out on a fantastic evening of entertainment, fun, music, laughter, villainy and ultimately the happy ending, which is always guaranteed. Check out our guide to the magical Christmas pantos in Dublin that no festive season should be without…

The Sleeping Beauty…Enjoy the story of this timeless children’s classic, which is held at the modern and spacious Helix Centre in Glasnevin, from November 29th to January 4th. Written and directed by Karl Harpur, this show tells the story of the beautiful princess who was cursed into a deep sleep for 100 years, after pricking her finger on a needle of a spinning wheel on her 18th birthday. This show will have a gathering of all children’s favourite characters, from the Good Fairy, the Handsome Prince to the beautiful Princess.

The Sleeping Beauty Christmas Pantomime will take place in the Theatre Venue in the Helix, one of three venues located at the Helix Centre.

Dates & times for Sleeping Beauty:

Family Previews take place Saturday 29th November at 2.30pm and 7.30pm and on November 30th at 4pm show1.30pm shows: 7,14,21, 28, 31 December and 4th January2.30pm shows: 6, 13, 20, 22, 23, 27, 29, 30 December and 2nd 3rd January7.30pm shows: 6, 13, 20, 22, 23, 27, 29, 30 December and 2nd 3rd January8pm shows: 4, 5, 11, 12, 18, 19th December.

How much does it cost?

Preview shows: 16.50 to 18.50 Euro. Family shows: Adults 28.50 Euro, Children: 24.00 Euro, Family Tickets: 95.00 Euro (2 adults & 2 children)

Always a Christmas favourite, booking in advance for this show is well advised. Contact the Helix for more information.

Aladdin at the Olympia Theatre…

Taking place from Saturday December 20th, to the 4th of January, Aladdin is not to be missed! Featuring a poor boy, a beautiful princess, the genie and the magic lamp, and not forgetting a magic carpet ride, Aladdin Christmas Panto is not to be missed! Starring Susan McFadden as the Genie and Noel Ginnity, Aladdin will be performed at the Olympia Theatre, which is located on Dame Street, Temple Bar, in Dublin city centre. For more information visit the Olympia Theatre website.

Dates & times for Aladdin:

There will be two shows daily for the Aladdin Christmas Pantomime, one at 3pm and one at 7.30pm at the Olympia. Note that there are no shows on Christmas Eve or Christmas Day. And on the final day of the panto, Sunday the 4th January the show times are 1pm and 5.30pm.

How much does it cost?

Ticket prices range from 14.20 to 32.95 Euro and are available from TicketMaster.

Cinderella at the Gaiety Theatre…

Showcasing at the Gaiety Theatre, this children’s classic show runs from 30th November 2008 to February 1st 2009. With a remarkable cast, starring “You’re A Star” 2007 winner Leanne Harte in the main role as Cinderella, and including all your favourite characters from Buttons, the Fairy Godmother and Prince Charming, the show is a marvellous evenings entertainment for all the family to enjoy, in the most impressive of surroundings, at the historic Gaiety Theatre.

Cinderella tells the timeless tale of the young woman covered in cinders who wishes to escape the drudgery of her life, finding happiness and meeting her perfect man and escaping from those awful Stepsisters! Her Fairy Godmother and Prince Charming make her dreams come true in this charming tale for all the family to enjoy!

Booking your tickets to the show well in advance is strongly advised, and you can book by contacting the Gaiety Theatre directly, or you can buy them on TicketMaster.

Show times:

Cinderella shows at 11am and 6.30pm during weekdays.Saturday shows are at 3pm and 8pm.Sunday shows at 1.30pm and 8.30pm

How much does it cost?

Ticket prices range from 16.50 to 34 Euro, depending on the date and show time. Shows closer to Christmas will be a bit more expensive. For more details on prices, check the TicketMaster website.

So what are you waiting for? For a marvellous afternoon’s/evening’s entertainment that the family will always treasure, don’t miss out on a Dublin Christmas Panto this Festive Season. You’ll be laughing in the aisles! Don’t leave it too late. Our advice is to book well in advance to avoid disappointment!

Mairead Foley writes for the Ireland travel and accommodation website http://www.GoIreland.com

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A whole new world for youngsters

July 18, 2011 By 3 Comments

for youngsters
Sturgis Youth Theatre brings Aladdin to the stage The Sturgis Youth Theatre program is celebrating its 12th anniversary with a production of ‘Aladdin’ this year. The program is for students in the fourth grade and up, giving them the opportunity…
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Does anyone have the karaoke version of to be free from aladdin the musical?

July 14, 2011 By 2 Comments

Question by lilly111664: Does anyone have the karaoke version of to be free from aladdin the musical?
I’m auiditioning for Jasmine in aladdin and i need the backing track to sing with but i cant find it anywhere. To be free is the song jasmine sings before a whole new world.

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Answer by ammar z
Aww Thats a really nice song!
I wish you best of luck singing it..
Unfortunately I don’t know where to find it,
Try typing in To Be Free Karaoke into itunes..
They might have it there!
Once again Good Luck!

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West Leyden High School presents Aladdin Jr.

July 14, 2011 By 4 Comments

West Leyden High School presents Aladdin Jr.
West Leyden High School is letting the genie out of the lamp this weekend with a summer production of Aladdin Jr. “It was a very short rehearsal and performance process,” said Patrick Baker, a choir director overseeing the summer theater workshop for District 212. The 15 students had five weeks to get their act together. That’s led to some fairly long rehearsals, especially on Wednesday, which …
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West Leyden High School presents Aladdin Jr.

July 13, 2011 By 2 Comments

West Leyden High School presents Aladdin Jr.
West Leyden High School is letting the genie out of the lamp this weekend with a summer production of Aladdin Jr. “It was a very short rehearsal and performance process,” said Patrick Baker, a choir director overseeing the summer theater workshop for District 212. The 15 students had five weeks to get their act together. That’s led to some fairly long rehearsals, especially on Wednesday, which …
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Was there an old disney episode where the Hercules and Aladdin shows had a crossover?

July 13, 2011 By 2 Comments

Question by Paxton: Was there an old disney episode where the Hercules and Aladdin shows had a crossover?
i think i recall an episode where hercules fought aladdin, am i just imagining it?

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Answer by a wise italiana .
no, no episode.
Maybe you were seeing it from Kingdom hearts, — A disney game, featuring many disney characters,.

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The Moral Lesson of Disney’s Aladdin

July 6, 2011 By 5 Comments

Article by Jesse W. Preston

Most Children movies usually comes with a lesson learned in the end by the main protagonist. The Disney animated movies are no exception. I believe it’s important for parents to explain the moral lesson to their children so that they benefit in some way from watching the movie.

For the remainder of this article, I will be going over the lesson from one of Disney’s finest classics, Aladdin. I’m sure most adults and children have seen Aladdin, and are quite familiar with the story. An impoverished boy and his monkey companion finds a magical lamp with a genie inside. He gets three wishes, the first of which was to become a prince, so he could become a candidate for princess Jasmin’s hand in marriage.

You probably know how the rest of the story goes. So what exactly is the lesson? The moral of the tale is to be no one but yourself, as no positive outcome can result by being someone other than yourself. This was shown in the movie when Aladdin became a prince as his first wish. He believed Jasmin would have rejected him if he was anything other than royalty. This had unfortunate consequence as it resulted in Jafar seizing the lamp and taking over the palace.

This is where parents can jump in and explain to their children that the key to making friends at school and impressing someone of the opposite gender is to be yourself, and not assume a phony identity that doesn’t represent you. If others cannot accept you for your true personality, then you are better off with people who will accept you for who you are.

Children should also be taught that even though genies don’t actually exist, their wishes can come true if they are willing to reach for the stars. This can happen through hard work, and not giving up when the going gets rough. Remind them how unlikely it was in the beginning for Aladdin to win the heart of a royal princess, but it happened in the end against all odds. Let your children know that they can overcome similar odds if they believe in their dreams.

These films can become so much more than just entertainment if parents actively get involved and pass the lesson over to their children. The learning potential for these movies can truly be a gem if parents take advantage of them.

If you are a fan of classic Disney movies, then give the link a click. The site features a collection and review of the greatest animated movies to be released by Disney.

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Youth theater conjures second Disney show, ‘Aladdin’

July 5, 2011 By 5 Comments

Youth theater conjures second , ‘Aladdin’
More than 40 local students ranging in age from 5 to 18 make up the cast of the musical ‘Aladdin,’ including, center front, (played by ) and Aladdin (). The show opens Tuesday at the Ramona Bowl Amphitheatre.
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An old movie with Aladdin and a female Genie?

July 4, 2011 By 2 Comments

Question by Meena: An old movie with Aladdin and a female Genie?
It is the story of Aladdin but the Genie is a girl with two pigtails. She is very mischievous, wants Aladdin for herself. At the end, after Aladdin releases her from her bondage, she creates another Aladdin for herself and lives happily ever after. Can someone tell me the name of the movie, please?

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Answer by Stallin
Aladdin n the …… i’m sorry i forgot…

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Can you have both an elephant and a flying carpet and not be Aladdin?

July 4, 2011 By 4 Comments

Question by Stephanie C: Can you have both an elephant and a flying carpet and not be Aladdin?
Is Aladdin the only person who can own an elephant and a flying carpet (both together). Would it be strange if someone other than Aladdin owned the two?

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Answer by Julie L
spent some time known as ‘Aladdin Sane’, maybe you know him. Ha, ha!

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