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With its poignant story and catchy Caribbean flavored score, ONCE ON THIS ISLAND JR. is a feast for the heart, mind, and soul. The highlyoriginal and theatrical
In almostnon-stop song and dance, the show tells the story of Ti Moune, a peasantgirl who rescues and falls in love with Daniel, a wealthy boy from the otherside of her island. When Daniel is returned to his people, the fantastical godswho rule the island guide Ti Moune on a quest to test the strength of her loveagainst the powerful forces of prejudice, hatred and death.
Equally effective regardless of its cast size, ONCE ON THIS ISLAND JR. features minimal--though colorful--sets and costumes that capture the imagination of the audience. Creative movement is also part of the show's style, calling upon performers to portray trees, wild animals and even a fierce rainstorm. Its catchy, contemporary, and Caribbean-flavored score by theTony® Award-winning songwriting team of Lynn Ahrens and Stephen Flaherty (RAGTIMEand the animated film Anastasia) includes tender ballads and rousingcelebratory numbers for an ensemble cast of strong singers.
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Something Rotten!
Weathervane Playhouse (6/13 - 7/7) | |
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Terence Blanchard and Friends: A Celebration of Wayne Shorter
Severance Music Center (5/21 - 5/21) | |
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Rhapsody in Blue
Blossom Music Center (7/6 - 7/6) | |
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Jitney
Beck Center for the Arts (4/5 - 5/5) | |
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9 to 5 The Musical
Lorain Community Music Theater (7/25 - 7/28) | |
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An Evening with Kai Bird
Severance Music Center (5/15 - 5/15) | |
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Salute to America
Blossom Music Center (7/3 - 7/3) | |
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