Once On This Island is a captivating musical based on the novel "My Love, My Love" and a vibrant reimagining of the Hans Christian Andersen fairy tale, The Little Mermaid. Set in the lush Caribbean Antilles, it follows the story of Ti Moune, a peasant girl with a fierce spirit and a heart full of love.
When she falls for Daniel, a wealthy and handsome man from the other side of the island, Ti Moune makes a risky deal with the gods. She sacrifices her voice in exchange for three days as a human to win Daniel's affection. Navigating the challenges of this new world and the class divide separating them, Ti Moune's unwavering love and determination face a series of trials.
The musical features a beautiful score that blends Caribbean rhythms with pop and gospel influences, creating a unique and evocative soundscape. The story explores themes of love, sacrifice, and the power of faith, with a touch of magical realism woven into the narrative. Once On This Island will leave you humming the tunes, touched by Ti Moune's bravery, and pondering the complexities of love and social barriers.
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1991 | Best Musical | |
2018 | Best Revival of a Musical | Winner |
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Ain't Misbehavin'
The Jolliffe Theatre (6/14 - 6/23) | |
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The 25th Annual Putnam County Spelling Bee
Farmers Alley Theatre (6/12 - 6/23) | |
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Guys and Dolls
The Berman Center for Performing Arts (7/13 - 7/21) | |
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Rodgers and Hammerstein's Oklahoma!
The Encore Musical Theatre Company (6/6 - 6/30)
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Spring Awakening
The Flint Repertory Theatre (6/7 - 6/23) | |
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Next to Normal
Birmingham Village Players (10/25 - 11/10) | |
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Shucked
Wharton Center for Performing Arts (1/21 - 1/26) | |
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Jim Jefferies Give ‘em What They Want Tour
Fisher Theatre (9/27 - 9/27) | |
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Clue
Stranahan Theater (5/6 - 5/11) | |
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Hänsel und Gretel
Power Center for the Performing Arts (11/14 - 11/17) | |
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