It's the love story of Aladdin, who tries to win the heart of Princess Jasmine while trying to keep his magic lamp from the clutches of the evil Jafar.
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Jonathan Weir plays the villian. He attended Temple in the 80's and says he has fond memories of the city.
"I was studying to be a professional actor here and X number of years later, I'm doing it," he said.
And he's not the only cast member with ties to Philadelphia.
"I performed on this stage when I was 10 and now I'm performing here again in a Broadway musical," said ensemble cast member, Michelle West.
Both Weir and West say this is a show for the entire family and the costumes are amazing.
There are even a few new songs!
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"Aladdin" runs at the Academy of Music through July 1st.
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