Where is ALADDIN performed?
- Broadway Home: ALADDIN has been dazzling audiences at the historic New Amsterdam Theatre in New York City since its Broadway debut on March 20, 2014.
- Prime Location: The theatre is located at 214 West 42nd Street, right in the heart of Times Square, making it a must-visit for both tourists and locals.
- Architectural Gem: Built in 1903, the New Amsterdam Theatre features stunning Art Nouveau interiors and Beaux-Arts architecture, designed by Henry Herts and Hugh Tallent.
- Golden Age Legacy: It was once home to the legendary Ziegfeld Follies (1913–1927), which helped shape American musical theatre with their lavish productions.
- Turbulent Times: The theatre faced foreclosure during the Great Depression, was converted into a movie house in 1937, and eventually closed in 1983 due to disrepair.
- Disney’s Revival: In 1995, the Walt Disney Company leased the theatre and led a massive restoration, reopening it in 1997 with its original grandeur intact.
- Broadway Renaissance: Disney’s restoration of the New Amsterdam Theatre played a pivotal role in the revitalization of Times Square and Broadway’s resurgence.
- Stage Magic: ALADDIN continues Disney’s tradition of Broadway excellence, following hits like The Lion King and Mary Poppins, with dazzling sets, costumes, and effects.
- Box Office Brilliance: The musical has become one of the highest-grossing Broadway productions, drawing fans from around the globe.
- Living History: Watching ALADDIN at the New Amsterdam Theatre is more than a show—it’s an immersive experience in New York’s theatrical and cultural heritage.
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