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Once on This Island at Theatre Raleigh
Dates: 11/12/2025 - 11/23/2025
📍 Theatre: Theatre Raleigh
Theatre Raleigh
6638 Old Wake Forest Road
Raleigh, NC 27616
Phone: (919) 832-9997
Tickets: $42-$52
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Experience the magic of Theatre Raleigh’s Once On This Island—a vibrant, Caribbean-inspired fairy tale for all ages! From the Tony Award–winning team behind Ragtime, this joyful musical celebrates love’s power to heal and the art of storytelling.
Once on a Caribbean island, a little girl is rescued from a disastrous storm by four gods—Asaka, Mother of the Earth; Agwé, god of Water; Erzulie, goddess of Love; and Papa Ge, demon of Death. So starts the myth told in this breathtaking story of joy, sorrow and the triumph of love against all forces. Told with Caribbean rhythms and instruments, this Tony Award-winning musical is a testament that a beautiful story simply told has the power to inspire and heal all.
Featuring Broadway stars and Raleigh’s finest, this one-act fable bursts with color, music, and dance. Don’t miss this uplifting celebration of love, hope, and community!
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Tony Awards and Nominations for Once on This Island
| Year | Category | Result |
|---|---|---|
| 1991 | Best Musical | Nominated |
| 2018 | Best Revival of a Musical | Winner |
News About Once on This Island at Theatre Raleigh
BWW Q&A: Amaya White Talks ONCE ON THIS ISLAND at Theatre Raleigh
October 29, 2025 BroadwayWorld spoke to Amaya White about starring in Theatre Raleigh's production of Once on this Island. Theatre Raleigh is a professional, nonprofit theater company based in Raleigh, N.C. dedicated to inclusion and diversity, enriching the community through innovative and intimate theatrical experiences.About the Theatre
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Where is Theatre Raleigh located?
Theatre Raleigh is at 6638 Old Wake Forest Road, Raleigh, NC.
What shows have played recently at Theatre Raleigh?
The Hunchback of Notre Dame (08/12/26-08/15/26)
Dear Evan Hansen (06/03/26-06/21/26)
TR In Concert: Una Noche Con Los Azconas (05/23/26-05/23/26)
Come From Away (04/01/26-04/19/26)
The Sarafinas, My Way - Starring Amanda Kloots (02/12/26-02/15/26)
A Starry Affair: An Old Hollywood New Year’s Eve (12/31/25-12/31/25)
Once on This Island (11/12/25-11/23/25)
TR Sings...Whitney Houston (11/02/25-11/02/25)
TR In Concert: Ali Stroker (10/18/25-10/18/25)
What We Leave Behind (09/24/25-10/05/25)
Dear Evan Hansen (06/03/26-06/21/26)
TR In Concert: Una Noche Con Los Azconas (05/23/26-05/23/26)
Come From Away (04/01/26-04/19/26)
The Sarafinas, My Way - Starring Amanda Kloots (02/12/26-02/15/26)
A Starry Affair: An Old Hollywood New Year’s Eve (12/31/25-12/31/25)
Once on This Island (11/12/25-11/23/25)
TR Sings...Whitney Houston (11/02/25-11/02/25)
TR In Concert: Ali Stroker (10/18/25-10/18/25)
What We Leave Behind (09/24/25-10/05/25)
What shows are coming up next at Theatre Raleigh?
The Hunchback of Notre Dame (08/12/26-08/15/26)
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