Once 2013 - Articles Page 1.8

Run Time:
Two hours and 15 minutes
Opened: April 9, 2013
Closing: March 21, 2015

Once - 2013 - West End History , Info & More

Phoenix Theatre
(Tottenham Court Road) Charing Cross Road London

Based on the much-loved Oscar-winning film, Once is an extraordinary, original and irresistibly joyous celebration of love, friendship and music.

When an Irish busker and a Czech girl meet through a shared love of music, their songwriting sparks a deep connection and a tender, longing romance that neither of them could have expected. Winner of 8 Tony Awards in 2012, including Best New Musical, and a 2013 Grammy Award, this unique stage adaptation takes you right to the heart of the action in a rapturous production.

An exhilarating love story that refuses to play by the rules, performed by an extraordinary cast of actor-musicians, Once dazzles with invention, wit and unforgettable music.

Featuring all of the magical songs from the original film, including the Oscar-winning "Falling Slowly', this achingly beautiful, thrillingly inspirational show strikes an unforgettable chord and truly dares to be different. How often does a musical like this come around...

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STAGE TUBE: First Trailer Of ONCE Starring Ronan Keating!
by Carrie Dunn - December 5, 2014


The multi award winning musical ONCE has released their very first trailer featuring new Guy - Ronan Keating. The new trailer follows a fantastic week for the Boyzone star, after receiving incredible reviews. Keating and Jill Winternitz as Guy and Girl will lead the cast in Once The Musical at the Phoenix Theatre until 21 March 2015.

Photo Flash: First Look at Ronan Keating in Rehearsal for West End's ONCE!
by Tyler Peterson - November 13, 2014


On Monday 17 November 2014, Ronan Keating joins the internationally award-wining Once The Musical at the Phoenix Theatre toplay Guy opposite Jill Winternitz as Girl.

Singer Ronan Keating to Join London Cast of ONCE in November
by Sally Henry Fuller - October 19, 2014


It's just one month to go until Irish recording artist, singer-songwriter and musician Ronan Keating joins award-winning musical Once as Guy, at London's Phoenix Theatre on Nov. 17. Based on the much-loved Oscar-winning film, Once bursts onto the stage with a musical celebration of love, friendship and Irish music performed by cast of actor/musicians.

Behind The Scenes: The View From The ONCE Tweet Seat!
by Carrie Dunn - September 17, 2014


In case you missed it, BWW:UK were invited to take up residency in the Once Tweet Seat last night (Tuesday September 16). Not sure what a tweet seat is?

Winternitz Continues Opposite Ronan Keating In ONCE, From November!
by Carrie Dunn - August 29, 2014


Today (29 August 2014), the producers of Once announce that Jill Winternitz will be continuing in the role of Girl opposite the previously announced Ronan Keating as Guy. Keating will be joining the Olivier award-winning musical on 17 November 2014, with press night on Tuesday 25 November 2014. Once is currently booking at the Phoenix Theatre to 4 July 2015.

Irish Pop Star Ronan Keating to Join West End's ONCE as 'The Busker' from Nov 17
by BWW News Desk - June 5, 2014


According to the Daily Mail, Irish pop star Ronan Keating will appear in the West End production of Once, beginning November 17, 2014, and continuing in the role of the busker (currently played by David Hunter) through March 21, 2015.

Photo Flash: First Look at David Hunter and Jill Winternitz in West End's ONCE
by Tyler Peterson - May 20, 2014


David Hunter and Jill Winternitz have joined the Olivier award-winning production of Once as Guy and Girl respectively. Hunter, who originally joined the show in July last year understudying the role of Guy, and Winternitz had their first performance together on 12 May 2014. In April this year, Once was the winner of two coveted Olivier awards - including the first ever recipient of the Olivier for Outstanding Achievement in Music. The show has also won 8 Tony awards including Best Musical and the Grammy for Best Musical Theater Album. In addition Glen Hansard and Marketa Irglova's Falling Slowly won the Oscar for Best Original Song. Check out a first look at the pair onstage below!

Hunter and Winternitz to Lead West End Cast of ONCE From Next Week!
by Carrie Dunn - May 8, 2014


New leads announced for the Olivier-winning musical, starting from May 12th. The production is currently booking into 2015.

Photo Flash: First Look at Arthur Darvill in West End's ONCE
by Tyler Peterson - March 26, 2014


The six-time Olivier nominated musical Once welcomes Arthur Darvill who plays Guy opposite Zrinka Cvitesic as Girl. Darvill joined the London production having played the role on Broadway. Check out a first look at Darvill in the cast below!

Once FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

What are the songs in Once and what's the order?
The North Strand
Leave
Falling Slowly
The Moon
Ej Padá Padá Rosička
If You Want Me
Broken-Hearted Hoover Fixer Sucker Guy
Say It To Me Now
Abandoned in Bandon
Gold
Sleeping
When Your Mind's Made Up
The Hill
It Cannot Be About That
Gold (A Cappella)
Falling Slowly (Reprise)

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