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Aladdin

70
Worth Seeing

Most reviews from 12 years ago

Audience: B+ · Liking It

New Amsterdam Theatre · 2h 30m · Opened Mar 20, 2014 · 12+ years on Broadway

Critics' Take

Critics find Aladdin a visually spectacular but formulaic Disney adaptation that delivers solid family entertainment without breaking new ground. James Monroe Iglehart's exuberant Genie performance and the magic carpet scene earn widespread praise.

Critic Scorecard

42 reviews
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AndyGramMar 29, 2014

I'm happy to report that it makes the transition to stage seamlessly in a lavish and magical production that the whole family will enjoy.

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Audience Scorecard

16.4K audience reviews
B+
Liking It
Show Score
87%
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3.6/5
3.3K reviews
Theatr
67%
2.3K votes
Bway.com
4.8/5
600 reviews
Reddit
76%
125 mentions

Awards Scorecard

2013-14 season
61
Honored
Won Best Featured Actor (Musical)
Tony Awards (2013-14)
1win
of
5noms
  • Best Featured Actor in a Musical · James Monroe IglehartWon
  • Best Musical
  • Best Book of a Musical · Chad Beguelin
  • Best Original Score · Alan Menken · Howard Ashman · Tim Rice · Chad Beguelin
  • Best Choreography · Casey Nicholaw
Drama Desk:1 win / 7 nomsOuter Critics:8 nomsDrama League:1 nom

Box Office Scorecard

source · Broadway League, public

week of 8/2/2026 · rank #10 on Broadway

4.1% market sharethis wk562 weeks played
This Week
$1.4M
Gross
5%WoW
4%YoY
96%
Capacity
4%WoW
1%YoY
$104
Avg Ticket
2%WoW
4%YoY
13,305
Attendance
4%WoW
1%YoY
12-week trend$1.0M — $1.4M
All Time
$783.2M
Gross
4.5K
Performances
7.5M
Attendance

Showtimes

This Week(Aug 3–9)

Frequently Asked Questions

What do critics say about Aladdin?

Critics find Aladdin a visually spectacular but formulaic Disney adaptation that delivers solid family entertainment without breaking new ground. James Monroe Iglehart's exuberant Genie performance and the magic carpet scene earn widespread praise. (CriticScore 70/100 from 42 reviews.)

Is Aladdin worth seeing?

Probably, if the material interests you. Critics say Aladdin is worth seeing (70/100 from 42 reviews) — it works best if the premise or cast appeals to you.

What is the CriticScore for Aladdin?

Aladdin has a CriticScore of 70/100 based on 42 professional reviews. This is rated "Worth Seeing".

Is Aladdin still running on Broadway?

Yes, Aladdin is currently playing at New Amsterdam Theatre on Broadway.

Where is Aladdin playing on Broadway?

Aladdin is playing at New Amsterdam Theatre, located at 214 W 42nd St, New York, NY 10036.

How long is Aladdin?

Aladdin has a runtime of 2 hours and 30 minutes, including 1 intermission.

Is Aladdin appropriate for children?

Aladdin is recommended for Ages 6+.

Socials Scorecard

last 7 days
Rank
#22
of 30
STEADY
in Broadway social buzz
22 mentions this week
5
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Theater Scorecard

Typical Venue

The New Amsterdam Theatre boasts stunning Art Nouveau architecture and generally good sightlines, making it a visually impressive venue. However, the comfort is lacking due to tight legroom and minimal seat padding, and while facilities are adequate, congestion during entry and exit can be an issue.

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Current Cast

Original Broadway Cast

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Quick Facts

CriticScore
70/100 (42 reviews)
Status
Now Playing
Opened
Mar 20, 2014
Running
12+ years on Broadway
Runtime
2h 30m
Intermissions
1
Age
Ages 6+
Synopsis
Aladdin is a stage musical based on the Walt Disney Animation Studios 1992 film of the same name, with a book by Chad Beguelin, music by Alan Menken and lyrics by Howard Ashman, Tim Rice and Beguelin. It resurrects three songs written by Menken and Ashman for the film but not used, and adds four songs written by Menken and Beguelin.
Data Last Updated
August 9, 2026

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