"What a delight it is to enter the world of ONCE ON THIS ISLAND!" raves The New York Times. Time Out New York cheers, "After seeing this imaginative and dynamic musical, you may feel once is not enough!"
This is the sweeping theatrical power of ONCE ON THIS ISLAND - the universal tale of Ti Moune (2018 Tony Award nominee Hailey Kilgore), a fearless peasant girl in search of her place in the world, and ready to risk it all for love. Guided by the mighty island gods (played by Tony Award winner Lea Salonga, Glee's Alex Newell, American Idol's Tamyra Gray, and Cats' Quentin Early Darrington), Ti Moune sets out on a remarkable journey to reunite with the man who has captured her heart.
The groundbreaking vision of two-time Tony Award nominated director Michael Arden (Spring Awakening revival) and acclaimed choreographer Camille A. Brown (NBC's Jesus Christ Superstar Live) conjures up "a place where magic is possible and beauty is apparent for all to see!" (The Huffington Post).
Gather around for ONCE ON THIS ISLAND - the musical NY1 hails as "exhilarating theater! It's impossible to resist!" And where the timeless power of theatre brings us together, moves our hearts and helps us weather the storm.
Phillip Boykin, a 2019 Grammy Award nominee for the Tony Award–winning CD of *Once on This Island*, has an illustrious career that includes Tony, Drama Desk, and Outer Critics Circle Award nominations for his role as Crown in *The Gershwins’ Porgy and Bess*. more...
Darlesia Cearcy, a Broadway veteran, enchanted audiences with her portrayal of Erzulie in Once on This Island. more...
Rodrick Covington, known for his Broadway performance in The Lion King and his Off-Broadway roles in productions like Joan of Arc and Invisible Thread, brought his extensive regional theater experience, including Best Actor-nominated performances in Miss Saigon and Jelly's Last Jam, to the cast of Once On This Island. more...
Merle Dandridge, renowned for her versatile talents across stage, television, and video games, made history with her fearless portrayal of Papa Ge, the sly demon of death, in the Tony Award-winning Broadway revival of "Once on This Island," earning a Grammy Award nomination for Best Musical Theater Album. more...
Quentin Earl Darrington, who earned a Grammy Award nomination for his role as Agwe in the Tony Award-winning revival of Once On This Island, has also graced Broadway stages in productions such as Ragtime and CATS. more...
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Emerson Davis, who made her Broadway debut in Once On This Island, has previously captivated audiences as C.G. Paterson in Annie Warbucks and Sabina in Back O'Town. more...
Alysha Deslorieux, known for her dynamic performances in Hamilton and Beautiful: The Carole King Musical, also graced the stage in the past Broadway production of Once on This Island. more...
Tyler Hardwick, who was part of the Original Broadway Cast of "Once On This Island" as a Storyteller, also reprised his role in the tour of the show as Daniel, contributing to its celebrated revival which won the Tony Award for Best Revival. more...
Cassondra James made her Broadway debut in the past with Once On This Island, following her recent performance in The First Noel with the Classical Theatre of Harlem and an impressive background vocalist career alongside artists like Christina Aguilera and Gladys Knight. more...
David Jennings, who portrayed Armand in Once On This Island, has an extensive career that includes roles on Broadway, Off-Broadway, the West End, and national tours, as well as appearances on popular television shows such as "Blue Bloods" and "The Sinner." more...
Hailey Kilgore captivated audiences with her portrayal of Ti Moune in the Broadway revival of Once on This Island, earning a Tony Award nomination for Best Actress in a Leading Role in a Musical at just 19 years old in 2018. more...
Grasan Kingsberry, an Emmy Award winner with an impressive eleven Broadway productions to his name, brought his extensive experience to the cast of Once On This Island, having previously shone in the Grammy and Tony Award-winning Best Revival of The Color Purple. more...
Loren Lott, a talented San Diego native and Clark Atlanta University alumna, brought her vibrant performance as Erzulie to the stage in "Once On This Island." more...
Kenita R. Miller, who earned a Grammy nomination for her role as Mama Euralie in the Broadway production of Once On This Island, has an extensive career that spans both stage and screen, including notable performances in The Color Purple and Come From Away. more...
Alex Newell, known for their acclaimed performances on both Broadway and television, starred in the Tony Award-winning revival of Once On This Island, which also earned a Grammy® nomination for Best Musical Theater Album. more...
Isaac Powell, who earned acclaim for his role as Daniel in the Tony Award-winning Broadway revival of Once On This Island shortly after graduating from the University of North Carolina School of the Arts, is also a Grammy Award nominee for his contribution to the show's cast album. more...
T. Oliver Reid, a seasoned Broadway veteran with 13 shows to his name, most recently graced the stage in the Tony-winning revival of Once On This Island, showcasing his versatile talent that has also earned him multiple awards and Grammy-nominated recordings. more...
Lea Salonga, the Tony Award-winning actress renowned for her roles in Miss Saigon and Les Misérables, most recently graced the Broadway stage in the 2018 revival of Once on This Island, portraying the Goddess of Love, Erzulie. The production earned a Tony Award for "Best Revival of a Musical" and garnered a Grammy nomination for "Best Musical Theater Album." more...
Aurelia Williams, who previously captivated audiences as Asaka in a regional production of Once On This Island, brings a wealth of experience from Broadway, Off-Broadway, national tours, and regional theater to her performances. more...
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Mia Williamson made a memorable Broadway debut in Once On This Island, bringing her multifaceted talent as both an actress and an award-winning pianist to the stage. more...
Awards and Nominations
2018 BroadwayWorld Awards
Best Featured Actor in a Musical: Alex Newell won.
Best Featured Actress in a Musical: Lea Salonga won.
Best Leading Actress in a Musical: Hailey Kilgore won.
2018 Drama Desk Awards
Outstanding Featured Actress in a Musical: Kenita R. Miller was nominated but did not win.
2018 Outer Critics Circle Awards
Outstanding Actress in a Musical: Hailey Kilgore was nominated but did not win.
2018 Tony Awards
Best Performance by an Actress in a Leading Role in a Musical: Hailey Kilgore was nominated but did not win.
Once On This Island FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS
Prologue
We Dance
One Small Girl
Waiting for Life
And the Gods Heard Her Prayers
Rain
Pray
Forever Yours
The Sad Tale of the Beauxhommes
Ti Mourne
Mama Will Provide
Some Say
The Human Heart
Some Girls
The Ball
Ti Moune's Dance
When We Are Wed
A Part of Us
Why We Tell the Story
Come Down From The Tree
When Daniel Marries
We Dance
One Small Girl
Waiting For Life
And The Gods Heard Her Prayer
Pray
Forever Yours
The Sad Tale Of The Beauxhommes
Ti Moune
Mama Will Provide
Some Say
The Human Heart
Some Girls
The Ball
A Part Of Us
Why We Tell The Story
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