The Diamond Academy of Performing Arts

Song List

Arabian Nights (Part 1)

Arabian Night (Part 2)

One Jump Ahead

One Jump Ahead (Reprise)

Dungeon Ditty

Friend Like Me

Prince Ali

A Whole New World

Prince Ali (Reprise 1)

Prince Ali (Reprise 2)

Jafar's Demise

Finale & Bows

Cast

Creative Team

Meet the Company

Rio Mauricio

Prince Abdullah, Ensemble

Rio joins the cast of Aladdin in her debut theater performance. Rio has been performing since she was a toddler. Now, at the young age of 8, Rio is no stranger to performing and has performed in various dance and talent shows. Aladdin will be Rio's first DAPA production performance. When Rio is not being an active 2nd grader or performing, she enjoys making art, fashion design, playing soccer and softball, learning about dinosaurs and reading anything she can get her hands on. Rio is thrilled to be a part of such a wonderful and talented cast and looks forward to participating in many more productions.

Emery Kuchta

Jafar

Emery is an energetic 5th grader at Rancho Romero Elementary School who brings her charisma and enthusiasm to every performance. She has showcased her talents in productions of Frozen Jr., where she played Ensemble, a Troll, and Castle Staff, as well as The Aristocats, where she played Jazzy Cat. Off the stage, Emery is an avid athlete who enjoys soccer, flag football, and bike riding. Her dynamic blend of creativity and athleticism makes her a standout both on the field and under the spotlight.

Keira Crane

Aladdin

Keira is a 5th grader. She is confident and loves gymnastics, playing piano/singing, and traveling!

Riaan Sisodia

Prince Hasim, Ensemble

Riaan is very excited for my role in Aladdin. In school he loves math and playing with his friends in recess. Riaan loves playing soccer, basketball and Fortnite video game. Riaan’s favorite food is chipotle and he loves going on trips with his family.

Mabel Kuchta

Bread Vendor, Ensemble

Mabel is a spirited 2nd grader at Rancho Romero Elementary School, excited to make her stage debut! With a love for the outdoors, she enjoys exploring nature, playing soccer, and spending time with friends. Always ready for new adventures, Mabel brings her curiosity and enthusiasm to everything she does. She’s thrilled to be stepping into the world of theater and sharing this exciting journey with her castmates.

Anya Brahmarouthu

Jasmine

My name is Anya Brahmarouthu and I am a fourth grader at Rancho Romero elementary school. I love to play soccer. I also love Bollywood and hip hop dance. I also like spending time with my family.

Ella

Genie

Ella is 10 years old. She loves insects and animals! This is her first play performance.

Sasha Khechinashvili

Narrator and town person

Sasha is in 3rd grade at Rancho Romero and enjoys swimming, reading, art, snowboarding, and spending time with her friends.

Jackie Ramirez

Ensemble

Age 8 Rancho Romero/ 3rd Grade Hobbies: Singing, dancing, making potions and taking care of her baby brother

Nanki Bath

Sultan

Hi I'm Nanki Bath. I am 10 years old and I'm in 5th grade at Rancho Romero. I have one sister who is in 7th grade and 1 super cute dog who is 7 years old. A fun fact about me is that I am obsessed with all animals. My least favorite subject is math and my favorite is art. I have never ever done anything like drama or acting so this is my first time. Hope you all enjoy our play.

Arianna Crane

Guard 2

Arianna is a 7-year-old second grader. She likes gymnastics, flag football and soccer. This is her first show with DAPA snd she's very excited about it!

Kaiya Tu

Guardian

This is Kaiya's first performance and she is very excited about her first role. Kaiya loves to sing and dance especially at home in front of her family. She took up competitive swimming this summer and has continued this Fall. Combining her love for swim and performance, she recently took up synchronized swimming with the Aquanuts.

Simi Shah

Lamp Vendor

Simi is 9 years old and in 4th grade at Rancho Romero Elementary. This is her first musical theater production! Simi loves to read, play the piano and practice gymnastics and she's very excited to be part of the Aladdin cast!

Hazel Ginocchio

Mighty Cave Guardian

I am 10 years old in Mrs. Abbott's 4th grade class. I go to Rancho Romero. I used to do dance and sing when I was younger. I like to draw, write, and read. I have 1 dog, 1 cat, and 2 guinea pigs in my family. When I grow up I want to be an actress.

Fiona Angela Collins

Agrabahns 1 & 5

Fiona is 9 years old. She attends the 4th grade at Rancho Romero Elementary School in Alamo, CA. This is Fiona's first production but she has been performing all her life. Fiona's hobbies are softball, gymnastics, and Acro. Fiona also speaks Italian!

Clara Sanchez

Ensemble, Skeleton

Clara Sanchez was born in Redwood City, CA and at the tender age of 5, she and her family followed the pandemic migration to Alamo. Even as early as two months old, it was evident that music had a profound impact on Clara as one note could stop her from crying. She has continued to display a noticeable passion for the arts and you can often find her painting, drawing, or watching Beatles music videos. At 8 years old, in her theater debut, Clara is trying her hand at acting in today’s performance of Aladdin.

Olivia Blacklock

Prince Malik, Ensemble

Olivia is an 8 year old in third grade at Rancho Romero Elementary School. This is her first production with Diamond Academy of Performing Arts. When she isn’t performing in Aladdin, Olivia enjoys playing soccer and practicing gymnastics. She also loves playing with her friends and her two dogs.

Alexis West

Lady in Waiting, Skeleton 3

Alexis is 10 years old and is in 4th Grade at Rancho Romero. Alexis has been performing for the past few years and loves theatre. Alexis's hobbies include horse back riding, soccer and softball. Alexis's favorite thing to do on holiday is skiing during the winter and visiting dude ranch's in the summer with her family.

Andrea Johnston

Founder, Director, Choreographer, Designer

Jason DeLong

Stage Manager, Musical Director, Production Designer

DAPA would like to thank:

Scott, Eric and the entire Del Valle Theatre and Staff, Murdoch, Beckett & Elliotte DeLong, Wendy Farnden, Laurie Campbell (@levelupwithlaurie), Guy and Jessica Kornblum, Karen at The Danville Women's Club, Robert & Jani at Alamo Women's Club,

and our wonderful DAPA parents and families for all your support and kindness! It truly takes a village and our children can't be seen without you!

DAPA's mission is to help every student develop their performance and presentation skills through the study and performance of Speech Arts & Drama. Our recitals are intended to be educational and bring together a supportive community to build up our students as they find their voices and take center stage in every area of their LIVES!

We are the North American West Coast Representative for the Internationally-Renowned Trinity College of London examinations in Speech Arts and Drama, and Communication Skills. A huge plus on college applications and possible college accreditation!

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