Aladdin

Name: Aladdin
Start: 2026-08-01T09:30:00+10:00
Location: Palais Theatre

Schedule

Sat, 01 Aug, 2026 at 09:30 am

UTC+10:00

Location

Palais Theatre | Melbourne, VI

The Victorian State Ballet proudly presents our newest work in the VSB repertoire. The beautiful story of Aladdin. Outstanding skill, artistry & technique will be on show in this visually inspiring and highly entertaining performance. Much loved by children and adults of all ages, Aladdin and his adventures come to life here in a brilliant production and splendour of lush costumes, breathtaking music and beautiful choreography. A wonderful story of intense love, burning passion, and bold expression full of fantasy and tragedy. Aladdin reminds us of the importance of being who we are and living our lives with truth and honesty to the fullest.
Created by Michelle Cassar de Sierra and Martin Sierra for the Victorian State Ballet, this production promises to become a Favorite with Australian audiences as its tours nationwide in 2026. Heavily inspired by Carl Davis' score and their love of Scheherazade's story, the Sierras produced this unique ballet that introduces additional magic when the Genie of the Lamp appears from a cave of dancing jewels. In a marvellous display of classical ballet technique and stunning music and lighting, the Genie and his dancing jewels will make this cave an unforgettable experience. This production depicts Aladdin, the son of a deceased Chinese tailor, in ancient Arabia, beautifully incorporating elements inspired by the Arab world and segments from the classic ballet “La Bayadere". With a magical display of virtuosity and mesmerizing choreographic skills, Aladdin by Michelle Cassar de Sierra and Martin Sierra is a show for the whole family.