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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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Chess: The Musical
Wheaton College - Watson Fine Arts (6/14 - 6/15)
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Mel Brooks' Young Frankenstein
Colonial Theatre (6/27 - 7/21) | |
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As You Like It
Castle Hill Productions (6/5 - 6/16) | |
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Come From Away
Boston Opera House (5/28 - 6/2) | |
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Mix and Mingle with Deborah Sampson
Dartmouth Heritage and Preservation Trust (6/9 - 6/9) | |
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Spiritus/Virgil's Dance
Merrimack Repertory Theatre (5/8 - 5/26) | |
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A Christmas Carol
The Company Theatre (11/29 - 12/22) | |
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A Strange Loop
SpeakEasy Stage Company (4/26 - 5/25) | |
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