‘Aladdin’ Cast Discovers A Whole New World Exploring Sioux Falls

It's been an enchanting few days in downtown Sioux Falls. The Sioux Empire is very excited and fortunate to have the hit Broadway musical "Disney's Aladdin” live at the Washington Pavilion.

Thanks to the Washington Pavilion, award-winning Broadway shows like "Disney's Aladdin” come to the Sioux Falls area every year. But this time some cast members of "Disney's Aladdin” wanted to share the Disney magic experience and explore a "whole new world" in Sioux Falls, South Dakota.

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A fun Facebook video from Washington Pavilion and our news partners at Dakota News Now captured the "high adventures" with The Genie (AKA Marcus Martin) and Ensemble member Sonia Monroy. We ain't never had great friends like these amazing cast members from "Disney's Aladdin!"

The Genie himself made several appearances around Downtown Sioux Falls including enjoying a cup of coffee and croissant from The Breaks Coffee Roasting Co., visiting the Arc of Dreams, doing some tap dancing on the stage at Levitt at the Falls, and saying "hello" to the gorgeous falls at Falls Park.

Marcus Martin says he finally found the "best croissant" and it's right in Sioux Falls!

Sioux Falls students at Sonia Sotomayor Elementary School also got a special surprise visit from Ensemble member Sonia Monroy.

Dakota News Now (with permission)

Dakota News Now is reporting that Sonia Monroy spent some time with the kids singing and answering any questions they had about "Disney's Aladdin.” Sonia Monroy hopes that her story inspires kids one day to follow their dreams and reach for the stars

“I love to share. One day, I was a kid, and I always looked up to those people I always admire, and today, to be here, I think I’m doing that — talking to them, hopefully, I can inspire someone."

There's still time to see "Disney's Aladdin” at the Washington Pavilion! Shows go from now until Sunday, December 3rd. Ticket details for this extraordinary Broadway show can be found here.

Take a ride on this magical carpet ride at the Washington Pavilion!

Iconic Sioux Falls: Phillips Avenue Diner, a Downtown Gem

I'll never forget the best malt I ever had. It was many years ago at a new restaurant in Sioux Falls. The restaurant was housed in a silver Airstream trailer on Louise Avenue and was called The Market Diner. The malt was so creamy and I think it was probably the first time I'd ever had whipped cream on top of a malt.

The Market Diner was a unique '50s-style dining experience with neon signs, classic vinyl booths, stainless steel counter stools, and even a jukebox.

That was over 20 years ago. The Market Diner became Dixie Brothers Grill and eventually closed.

A few years later, the trailer was moved to a downtown location on Phillips Avenue, extensively remodeled and renamed Phillips Avenue Diner. The malts have not changed, nor has the diner ambiance.

POSE: Phillips Avenue Diner is South Dakota's Most Instagrammed Restaurant

My niece Ashlea and I ventured downtown and had lunch at Phillips Avenue Diner. The menu includes breakfast, lunch, and dinner favorites. It's diner classics turned up a notch.

The breakfast menu includes omelets, biscuits and gravy, corned beef hash, and of course waffles. Recently, Phillips Avenue Diner's waffles were named the best in South Dakota according to Food Network.

Ashlea had the Ranch Burger and it came topped with bacon, onion rings, American cheese, and BBQ sauce. She substituted sweet potato fries.

My selection was the Burger of Champions. You can substitute a chicken breast for any burger, so I had mine with chicken, Applewood bacon, ham, and American cheese. It also comes with a hard-fried egg on top, but I chose to hold that.

Eat local. Some of the best food and atmosphere can be found at local, non-national chain restaurants. Try Phillips Avenue Diner at 121 S. Phillips Avenue and explore downtown Sioux Falls while you're at it.

Check out the menu here and enjoy one of Sioux Falls' iconic restaurants.

Gallery Credit: Karla Brown

5 Words That'll Help You Sound Like a South Dakotan

Each and every state has its own way of saying certain words, and South Dakota is no different.

We South Dakotans have our own unique way of saying certain words which sometimes leaves outsiders scratching their heads.

Here's a list of five words, and how to use them, to help you blend in.

Gallery Credit: Andy Gott

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