Aladdin UK & Ireland Tour

Client:Disney Theatrical Group
Service:Custom SFX Gas & Fuel Management
Date:October 2023 – January 2025

The Brief

SFX

LUMINOUS were tasked to design, manufacture and install a complete special effects package for the theatre show Aladdin. These elements would need to be seamlessly integrated into the scenery and with props, to make the story of Aladdin come alive!

At a theatre production, SFX needs to be simple to use and reliable for multiple shows every week. Most importantly, the equipment needed to be suitable for touring. Visiting over 10 venues in 2 years, kit would need to be easily transportable, light and sturdy.

The Outcome

SFX

LUMINOUS contributed an extensive special effects package to this tour, including:

The SFX equipment were used to amplify props and key moments in the storyline. To bring props to life, we integrated numerous small smoke machines. For example, the genie’s iconic magical lamp packed a foggy punch! We brought to life many essential parts of the show:

Jafar’s Demise

Jafar is the main antagonist in the show, and his (spoiler alert) demise is one that needed to bring the drama. An Illusion of a person appearing on a piece of rolling scenery required a smoke and cryo effect to ensure it was achieved. LUMINOUS engineered an effect that creates a dense, white wall of smoke and CO2 that would quickly appear, allowing the illusion to happen and quickly disappear afterwards.

The Cave Steps

During the production, an explosion of golden coins erupts from stairs that roll onto the stage floor. This effect is achieved with a custom pneumatic system, integrated into the stairs with an onboard battery, inverter and wireless control.

As well as the special effect package, we continue to provide Disney’s Aladdin UK & Ireland tour with our Gas and Fuel Management service. We regularly coordinate all deliveries and collections of their bottled gasses, along with a range of SFX consumables such as:

"LUMINOUS' special effects were absolutely essential to the success of Disney's Aladdin UK Tour. Their confetti cannons created breath-taking moments that consistently wowed audiences, and the equipment was both user-friendly and incredibly reliable. The low-fog solution they provided transformed our stage, creating an immersive atmosphere without being cumbersome or wasteful. We also relied on their versatile tiny foggers to enhance numerous set pieces.

Beyond the quality of their effects, LUMINOUS provided outstanding support. Their after-sales service was exceptional; any issues were addressed immediately, minimising any disruption to our performances. They meticulously managed our show consumables – confetti, tape, fluids – ensuring we were always fully stocked. Their expertise in handling CO2 logistics was invaluable, from sourcing the correct gas bottles to resolving delivery challenges and even dealing with damaged cylinders. LUMINOUS truly went above and beyond, allowing us to focus on delivering a magical experience for our audiences."