Adam Jacobs, Behind the Curtain

Adam Jacobs is best known for the title role of Aladdin in Disney's Aladdin on Broadway. He also starred as Marius in the Les Miserables 2006 Broadway Revival, and Simba in Disney's The Lion King on Broadway.

“I am very excited about the ‘Behind the Curtain’ project,” he said. “It has my personal story interwoven with the songs." 

Adam Jacobs for Digital Journal

Jacobs comes from a Filipino-Jewish background which he credits in being able to play varied roles. He grew up in Half Moon Bay, CA and studied at NYU Tisch School of the Arts. In the Disney+ Behind the Curtain special, it looks at Jacobs' career, journey, and live performances.

Cover Photo Credit: Adam Jacobs Instagram