This year our Aladdin will be spectacular and magical – a wonderful and enchanting tale of secret genies, hidden gold, deep dark caves and of course a flying carpet. When street-seller Aladdin falls in love with the mysteriously beautiful Princess Jasmine, there seems to be no way that true love can win out. But with the help of the genie, and a magical menagerie of friends, who knows where true love can take him… Read more …
Cumbernauld Theatre knows how much families love storytelling and we’re masters at it. We are renowned for creating truly memorable Christmas shows that you will never forget, with lots of fun interaction throughout, brilliant sets and characters everyone will love. With excellent staff skilled in making your visit run smoothly and possibly the best value tickets in Scotland, our reputation at Christmas is second to none.
his makes the most of a small is beautiful aesthetic, with just five actors performing an array of roles.
Verdict: Low-key and intimate telling finds the magic of Aladdin in an engaging production.
What’s most striking about this Aladdin is the brilliant intensity of the relationship it builds with the children in the audience.
Cumbernauld Theatre, Cumbernauld from Friday November 28, 2014, until Wednesday December 24, 2014. More info: www.cumbernauldtheatre.co.uk