[ORLANDO, FL] September 10, 2025 — Miss America 2026, Cassie Donegan, had the enchanting opportunity to attend Disney on Broadway’s Aladdin at the New Amsterdam Theatre in New York City and experience the magic behind the scenes. From dazzling costumes to intricate set designs, Cassie received an exclusive backstage look at what it takes to bring this beloved Broadway production to life.
Cassie also had the pleasure of meeting the principal cast—Ainsley Melham (Aladdin), Michael James Scott (Genie), Sonya Balsara (Jasmine), and Dennis Stowe (Jafar)—who wowed a packed house with their incredible talent.
As a professional performer and advocate for arts education, Cassie’s visit highlighted her ongoing commitment to the performing arts and her passion for inspiring Americans to explore creativity and self-expression.
The Miss America Organization celebrates the arts as a vital platform for empowerment, personal growth, and community impact, values that Cassie exemplifies both on stage and through her work as a national brand ambassador for the Miss America Opportunity.
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About Miss America
Miss America is the nation’s premier empowerment platform for young women, with service to community at the core of its impact. Participants pursue personal and professional growth while inspiring others as positive role models. With its mission of Empowering Women to Lead, Miss America is also the largest provider of tuition scholarships for women in the United States, distributed through the Miss America’s Scholarship Foundation Inc., a 501(c)(3) organization.