Rodney Ingram Returns to Aladdin on Broadway Tonight in Title Role

Ryan Gregory Thurman joins ‘Aladdin’ as Babkak

Ryan Gregory Thurman begins performances in the role of Babkak in Disney’s Aladdin at the New Amsterdam Theatre on February 3. Michael Schimmele played his final performance as Babkak on February 1. SPONSORED BY BROADWAY NEWS Broadway News Pro delivers news, analysis, and guest essays from industry leaders to facilitate meaningful and creative conversations on Broadway. From breaking news to deeply-reported long reads and exclusive interviews,…

Rodney Ingram Returns to Aladdin on Broadway Tonight in Title Role

Broadway has a new heart-stealing street urchin on its hands. On Febuary 3, Rodney Ingram takes over the title role in Disney's Aladdin at the New Amsterdam Theatre.  Ingram is no stranger to the production, having made his Broadway debut in the ensemble, where he was a member of the company from 2015–2017. In 2020, he played the titular character on Broadway and went on to originate the role in Mexico City the following year. He has also appear…