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Review: ONCE ON THIS ISLAND at The Studio Theatre
by Theresa Bertram - Jun 13, 2024

The Studio Theatre, 320 W 7th St, in Little Rock, heats things up with ONCE ON THIS ISLAND THE MUSICAL now through June 23. Join them as they take you through a tropical fairytale full of romance, magic, and tragedy. With Book and Lyrics by Lynn Ahrens, Music by Stephen Flaherty, and Direction by Caelon Colbert, and based on Rosa Guy's 1985 novel My Love, My Love; or, The Peasant Girl, a Caribbean retelling of Hans Christian Andersen's The Little Mermaid, you will fall in love with these characters as they struggle through trauma, social status, and colorism. 

ONCE ON THIS ISLAND Comes To AARLCC Fort Lauderdale
by Blair Ingenthron - May 5, 2024

Get ready to be swept away on a captivating journey as ONCE ON THIS ISLAND, the beloved Broadway musical, takes center stage. With its compelling story, vibrant characters, and unforgettable music, this Tony Award-winning production is set to astound audiences at the African-American Research Library & Cultural Center in Fort Lauderdale, FL, May 10th & 11th, in celebration of Haitian Heritage Month.

Pulse Theatre Chicago to Re-emerge With ONCE ON THIS ISLAND in November
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Oct 12, 2023

Pulse Theatre Chicago is back with a remount of the Tony Award-winning musical, Once On This Island. Experience the captivating story of Ti Moune and her journey in the French Antilles. Don't miss this limited engagement at the historic eta Creative Arts Foundation. Get your tickets now at Pulse Theatre Chicago's website.

Westcoast Black Theatre Troupe's 2023-2024 Season Opens With ONCE ON THIS ISLAND
by Stephi Wild - Sep 25, 2023

Westcoast Black Theatre Troupe will open its 24th season with “Once On This Island.” Learn more about the musical and find out how to get tickets here!

Review: ONCE ON THIS ISLAND at Beck Center For The Arts
by Roy Berko - Jul 12, 2023

What did our critic think of ONCE ON THIS ISLAND at Beck Center For The Arts?

Beck Center Presents Tony-Winning Musical ONCE ON THIS ISLAND
by A.A. Cristi - Jun 3, 2023

Beck Center for the Arts has announced the Tony Award nominated Once On This Island. Running July 7 to August 6, 2023 in the Senney Theater, this musical offers patrons an escape to a refreshing vacation, perfect for all ages.

Review: ONCE ON THIS ISLAND, Regent's Park Open Air Theatre
by Franco Milazzo - May 18, 2023

A modern musical fairytale, Once On This Island is Romeo and Juliet set in the French Antilles with the two lovers on opposite sides of a race and class divide. Regent’s Park Theatre opens its 2023 season with a humdinger of a revival, a real foot-stomper that rings in the ears long after the last song finishes.

Photos: First Look at ONCE ON THIS ISLAND at Regent's Park Open Air Theatre
by Chloe Rabinowitz - May 17, 2023

Get a first look at photos of Once On This Island at Regent's Park Open Air Theatre.

Photos: Go Inside Rehearsals for ONCE ON THIS ISLAND at Regent's Park Open Air Theatre
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Apr 25, 2023

Check out rehearsal photos for Once on This Island at Regent’s Park Open Air Theatre.

Regent's Park Open Air Theatre Sets Cast and Creative Team For ONCE ON THIS ISLAND
by Stephi Wild - Apr 6, 2023

Regent's Park Open Air Theatre has announced the full cast and creative team for their forthcoming production of the Tony and Olivier Award-winning musical Once On This Island.

Review: ONCE ON THIS ISLAND at Blackfriars Theatre
by Colin Fleming-Stumpf - Mar 27, 2023

What did our critic think of ONCE ON THIS ISLAND at Blackfriars Theatre? While Rochester may still be immersed in the cold and blustery late-winter climate, one need only head to East Main Street for reprieve, as Blackfriars Theatre's 'Once on this Island' will transport you to the warm tropics of the Caribbean and tell the story of love, resilience, and the spirit of hope.

WBTT Announces 2023-2024 Season During 'Hush! Hush! Party'
by Stephi Wild - Mar 7, 2023

Westcoast Black Theatre Troupe's 24th season will be a celebration of all things that are “Simply the Best!” In its 2023-2024 theatre season, WBTT will offer fan favorites as well as new pieces leaders hope will become favorites.

ONCE ON THIS ISLAND JR Opens at Stages Theatre Company - Watch Performance Clips Here!
by Blair Ingenthron - Mar 4, 2023

Stages Theatre Company (STC) has opened ONCE ON THIS ISLAND, JR. A journey of love and life, ONCE ON THIS ISLAND, JR. tells the story of Ti Moune, a young girl with a big heart. A Calypso-flavored score weaves through this heart filled tale that tests the strength of love. A 60-minute, young-audience adaption of the Tony-nominated Broadway musical packed with catchy songs and non-stop dance. Watch performance clips here!

ONCE ON THIS ISLAND to be Presented at Blackfriars Theatre This Month
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Mar 3, 2023

Join Blackfriars Theater for a deep, yet joyful dive into one of Broadway's most celebrated musicals, Once on This Island, running March 24th through April 8th, 2023.

Blackfriars Theatre Presents ONCE ON THIS ISLAND
by Stephi Wild - Feb 28, 2023

Join Blackfriars Theater (795 East Main Street) for a deep, yet joyful dive into one of Broadway's most celebrated musicals, Once on This Island, running March 24th through April 8th, 2023.

The Encore Musical Theatre Company Presents ONCE ON THIS ISLAND
by A.A. Cristi - Feb 21, 2023

The Encore Musical Theatre Company, southeast Michigan's premiere professional musical theatre, has announced their upcoming production of Once on This Island.

Synchronicity Theatre Extends New Musical Adaptation Of John Steptoe's MUFARO'S BEAUTIFUL DAUGHTERS
by A.A. Cristi - Feb 14, 2023

Due to popular demand, Synchronicity Theatre will extend the premiere of brand-new musical adaptation of the beloved children's book Mufaro's Beautiful Daughters, for one week.  Now playing through February 26th.

Gabrielle Brooks and Stephenson Ardern-Sodje Will Lead ONCE ON THIS ISLAND at Regent's Park Open Air Theatre
by Stephi Wild - Feb 13, 2023

Regent's Park Open Air Theatre has announced principal casting for their forthcoming production of the Tony and Olivier Award-winning musical Once On This Island (10 May-10 June, press night 17 May 2023), along with the creative team.

Cast Announced For ONCE ON THIS ISLAND JR At Stages Theatre Company
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Feb 9, 2023

Stages Theatre Company has announced the cast and creative team for ONCE ON THIS ISLAND, JR. A journey of love and life, ONCE ON THIS ISLAND, JR. tells the story of Ti Moune, a young girl with a big heart.

Regent's Park Open Air Theatre Announces 2023 Summer Season; ONCE ON THIS ISLAND, LA CAGE AUX FOLLES, and More
by Stephi Wild - Oct 17, 2022

Regent's Park Open Air Theatre have announced their 2023 summer season. The season opens with Lynn Ahrens and Stephen Flaherty's musical Once On This Island. Learn more about the full lineup here.