ONCE ON THIS ISLAND Comes to the Hayes Theatre
Curveball Creative in association with Hayes Theatre Co will present a reimagining of the beloved Olivier Award-winning musical Once On This Island, running at the Hayes Theatre in August.
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Once On This Island at Hayes Theatre
Dates: 8/2/2025 - 8/31/2025
📍 Theatre: Hayes Theatre
Curveball Productions
19 Greenknowe Avenue, Elizabeth Bay NSW 2011
Elizabeth Bay, New South Wales 2011
Phone: (02) 8065 7337
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Love, legacy and myth take centre stage in vibrant reimagining of Once On This Island.
Curveball Creative in association with Hayes Theatre Co are thrilled to present a vibrant and bold reimagining of the beloved Olivier Award-winning musical Once On This Island, running at the Hayes Theatre from the 2nd to 31st of August.
Based on the novel My Love, My Love by Rosa Guy and the classic Hans Christian Andersen tale The Little Mermaid, at its heart is the story of Ti Moune (Thalia Osegueda Santos), a humble peasant girl who risks everything to save Daniel (Alexander Tye), a wealthy boy from the other side of the island. As Ti Moune is captivated by love, the gods are watching, and they’ve made a wager: which is stronger – love or death?
This contemporary reimagining blends the show’s Caribbean spirit with Australia’s own rich cultural history. Beginning on the vibrant shores of our own island of Australia, Once On This Island embraces the voices of the performers, bringing their accents, heritage and lived experience to the stage, resulting in a rich, dynamic chorus that truly reflects the spirit of the story.
Directed by Gumbaynggirr and Turkish storyteller, Brittanie Shipway (HIT Productions’ Waltzing the Wilarra), this vivid retelling blends music, movement and mythology to stunning effect. With a cast of exciting new talent and a striking design that nods to the show’s Haitian roots, Once On This Island is both emotionally resonant and visually captivating, a celebration of love, legacy and the enduring power of storytelling.
Once On This Island honours the profound legacy of those who came before us, reminding us that the stories of their yesterdays shape the narratives we weave for tomorrow.
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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 |
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Hayes Theatre Co is at 19 Greenknowe Avenue, Elizabeth Bay NSW 2011, Elizabeth Bay, New South Wales.
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What shows are coming up next at Hayes Theatre?
Where is Hayes Theatre located?
Hayes Theatre is at 19 Greenknowe Avenue, Elizabeth Bay NSW 2011, Elizabeth Bay, New South Wales.
What shows have played recently at Hayes Theatre?
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Nice Work If You Can Get It (11/18/22-12/11/22)
Blacklisted (11/09/22-11/12/22)
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Blacklisted (11/09/22-11/12/22)
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