Escondido Christian School
THE LION'S PLAYERS
Musical Theater
To God Be the Glory!
CHARACTER DESCRIPTIONS
Aladdin
Aladdin, a poor street urchin, longs to make his mother proud, but sometimes loses his way. He’s the thief with a heart of gold, so we are looking for a charismatic actor with the versatility to play both the playful prankster and romantic lead. Must have the vocal chops to carry this heavy- singing role.
Gender: Male
Vocal range top: E4
Vocal range bottom: G2
Babkak, Omar, and Kassim
Babkak, Omar, and Kassim are Aladdin’s three loyal and playful pals.
Babkak is the Agrabahn foodie who loves to snack
Omar is kindhearted and has a sensitive soul
Kassim yearns to be a leader but is stubborn.
We are looking for strong singers and actors with good comedic timing.
Gender: Either
Vocal range top: E4
Vocal range bottom: G2
Genie
Genie is the fast-talking, fun-loving, scene- stealing wisecracker who lives in the lamp and yearns to be free. Genie doesn't need to be the strongest singer or dancer – we are looking for an actor with great comic timing and a flashy and fun sense of showmanship.
Gender: Either
Vocal range top: D#4
Vocal range bottom: G2
Jasmine
Jasmine, the Princess of Agrabah, longs to experience the world outside the palace walls. Curious and assertive, she knows what she wants and craves the freedom to make her own choices. Cast a strong actor and singer who can portray both the romantic lead and a young woman caught between her responsibilities to her people and to herself.
Gender: Female
Vocal range top: E5
Vocal range bottom: G3
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Isir, Manal, and Rajah
Isir, Manal, and Rajah, Jasmine’s devoted attendants, keep the Princess grounded with their honesty and openness.
Isir, whose name means “inspiration,” is optimistic;
Manal, “achievement,” is assertively encouraging;
Rajah, “hope,” is the most protective.
We are looking for strong singers who can pull off “These Palace Walls” with aplomb.
Gender: Female
Vocal range top: Eb5
Vocal range bottom: B3
Iago
Iago is the fawning and funny sidekick to Jafar. With only one lyric to sing, focus on finding an actor who can execute this lackey’s many sarcastic asides with comedic flair.
Gender: Either
Vocal range top: E4
Vocal range bottom: Bb2
Jafar
Jafar is the power-hungry and crooked Grand Vizier. Cast a strong actor who can sing and portray both sides of Jafar’s two-faced personality – loyal advisor to the Sultan and scheming villain – as well as pull off delicious comedic moments with his lackey, Iago.
Gender: Male
Vocal range top: Eb4
Vocal range bottom: Bb2
Sultan
Sultan, the warm-hearted ruler who dotes on his daugther, is committed to upholding the ancient laws of Agrabah. With only a single lyric to sing, focus on casting an actor who can play this father figure convincingly.
Gender: Male
Vocal range top: C4
Vocal range bottom: Ab3
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Prince Abdullah
Prince Abdullah is one of Princess Jasmine’s haughty and arrogant suitors.
Gender: Male
Attendants
The Attendants (2) accompany Prince Abdullah on his journey to Agrabah.
Gender: Either
Agrabahns
Agrabahns are the citizens of Agrabah who help to create the bustling marketplace – merchants, shoppers, beggars, guards, etc. Included in this ensemble are the following featured roles:
The Beggars are a small group with whom Aladdin briefly interacts.
The Apple Vendor is a merchant who reviles the beggars and from whom Jasmine unintentionally steals an apple.
The Fortune Teller unwittingly helps Aladdin escape the guards in “One Jump Ahead.”
The Shop Owner is a marketplace vendor from whom Aladdin steals bread.
Razoul, the rough and commanding head of the palace guards, answers to Jafar. We are looking for a performer who can portray an intimidating leader.
The Guards follow Razoul’s orders. They help Razoul defend the palace during “High Adventure.”
Entourage Dancers
The Entourage, led by Aladdin’s three pals, helps to create the visually spectacular parade through the palace in “Prince Ali.”
Arabian Dancers
These are the featured female dancers throughout the show.
Ensemble
The Ensemble in “Friend Like Me” is conjured by Genie to help wow Aladdin by singing, dancing, and assisting in performing fun and fabulous magic tricks.