Once On This Island at Temple Theaters

One of the most beloved musicals in Broadway history, ONCE ON THIS ISLAND tells the epic story of Ti Moune, a fearless peasant girl who, guided by island gods, sets out on a remarkable journey to follow her heart and find her place in the world. Based on Hans Christian Andersons The Little Mermaid, the musical tells a story of racial and class divide, of tragedy, of love, and of hope. Content Advisory: Once On This Islands plot deals with colorism in the Caribbean Black community and tensions between dark- and light-skinned people. There is mild violence shown and threatened as well as references to death and injury. COVID Policies: Temple University is currently hosting events in compliance with regional, city-wide, and CDC guidelines. Visit temple.edu/coronavirus for additional information. With current rising positivity rates, we encourage audience members to be masked, following current guidelines on indoor venues from the city of Philadelphia. Because protocols may change, we recommend audiences be prepared for the possibility of mandatory masking, and check Temple Theaters' website or social media accounts for updates before attending their performance. Due to the city of Philadelphia's Aug. 13, 2021 mandate requiring full vaccination at higher education institutions, the university requires that all students, staff, faculty, and contractors (unless specifically exempt) must be vaccinated. It takes all members of the Temple University community working together to keep ourselves and everyone safe and healthy. Audiences are strongly encouraged to be vaccinated to contribute to the health of our campus. #VaxUpTU

Authors

• Lynn Ahrens
• Rosa Guy
• Stephen Flaherty

Tony Awards and Nominations for Once On This Island