A Caribbean Fairytale! As the show opens, a child is terrified by a tropical storm, and the community comes together to comfort her with a story. On an island where people are separated by color and class, the four Gods (Earth, Water, Love, and Death) place a bet. A young girl leaves her humble upbringing to pursue her true love, the Prince, only to be faced with an impossible choice. With Calypso-flavored music and fantastical storytelling, Once on This Island is a celebration of hope and kindness that will nourish your soul. Come see ArtsCentric at its finest in the WILDLY imaginative production that you won't be able to find anywhere else.
- Lynn Ahrens
- Rosa Guy
- Stephen Flaherty
Authors
Tony Awards and Nominations for Once on this Island
| Year | Category | |
|---|---|---|
| 1991 | Best Musical | |
| 2018 | Best Revival of a Musical | Winner |
SUBMIT UPDATES
Videos
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Momentum: A Mixed Bill
Maryland Hall (2/13 - 2/14) | |
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The Play That Goes Wrong - High School Edition
Children's Playhouse of Maryland (1/24 - 2/1) | |
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The Crucible
Maryland Ensemble Theatre (4/2 - 4/26) | |
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The Sleeping Beauty: International Ballet Stars in Hagerstown, MD! On February 19, 2026
The Maryland Theatre (2/19 - 2/19) | |
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Lightning Round
Maryland Ensemble Theatre (9/20 - 3/5) | |
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You Can't Take It With You
Spotlighters Theatre (4/24 - 5/17)
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A Year With Frog and Toad: TYA Version
Children's Playhouse Of Maryland (3/7 - 3/22) | |
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Tiny Stages: Pop!
Maryland Ensemble Theatre (1/29 - 2/8) | |
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Freckleface Strawberry
Adventure Theatre MTC (2/13 - 3/29) | |
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