Children’s show to include pair of public performances

(Seguin) — The stage today at Seguin High School will come alive with magic carpets and genies as students prepare to open their production of Aladdin Jr. The first performance will be a special showing for Seguin ISD’s elementary and Pre-K students.

Lydia Robles, theatre director and fine arts has always reported that the fall production is a tradition that gives younger audiences a chance to experience live theatre up close.

This year’s production follows the beloved Disney tale of Aladdin, a “diamond in the rough” who discovers a magic lamp and is granted three wishes by a larger-than-life genie. Along the way, Aladdin must find the courage to be himself and win the heart of Princess Jasmine while outsmarting the scheming royal advisor, Jafar.

Robles says knowing they’ll perform for the younger students gives the cast and crew an extra spark of motivation to perfect every song, dance, and scene.

Public performances will be held at 7 p.m. today and at 2 p.m. Saturday in the SHS Performing Arts Center. Tickets are $8 online or $12 at the door. There is no cost for kids ages 5 and under.