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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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Baby
Citadel Theatre (4/17 - 5/19) | |
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Cut to the Chase
The Den Theatre (5/2 - 5/5) | |
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Godspell - 2012 Revival
Beverly Theatre Guild Chicago (5/3 - 5/5) | |
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The Kite Runner
CIBC Theatre (6/11 - 6/23) | |
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All The Best From Frank and Liza
Borelli's (5/18 - 5/18) | |
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2024 Producers Gala, All That Jazz
Music Theater Works (5/11 - 5/11) | |
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On the Twentieth Century
Bramble Arts Loft (5/10 - 6/9) | |
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