Once On This Island
The Broadway smash hit heads out on tour!
Why see Once On This Island?
This beautiful story heads out on tour
After opening to much critical and public acclaim back in December 2017, the new Broadway smash, Once On This Island is now on its North American Tour. Following the story of one island's road to a brighter future, the Broadway production forged a new and ingenious theatrical platform to tell its story.
In this immersive experience, audiences are swept away with the emotions of the story. Awash with color, a fantastic score and a story that has transcended time, Once On This Island is the ultimate feel-good musical whilst providing a social message that everyone could heed.
What's Once On This Island about?
Taking place on Haiti in the early 20th century, the population of this small island are split between the darker-skinned 'peasants' and the lighter-skinned wealthier population. In a sudden flash flood, a young girl (Ti Moune) is washed away, however, the island gods look kindly upon her and save her life, cementing her important destiny.
Years later, Ti Moune's destiny comes to fruition as she rescues a young rich man from a similar situation that be-falled her in her childhood. However, Ti Moune has a choice, in order to save this young man's life she must trade her soul...
Key Information
Audience
Might not be suitable for children under 10 years of age
Run Time
90 minutes, no intermission
Dates
Finished Jan 16, 2020
Cast
Courtnee Carter as Ti Mourne
Tamyra Gray as Papa Ge
Cassondra James as Ezrulie
Phillip Boykin as Tonton Julian
Tyler Hardwick as Daniel Beauxhomme
Jahmaul Bakare as Agwe
Kyle Ramar Freeman as Asaka
Briana Brooks as Andrea
George L. Brown as Armand
Danielle Lee Greaves as Mama Euralie
Mckymleigh Alden Abraham, Michael Ivan Carrier, Jay Donnell, Phyre Hawkins, Savannah Jackson-Page, Alex Joseph Grayson, Tatiana Lofton and Robert Zelaya
Creative
Produced by Ken Davenport and Hunter Arnold
Directed by Michael Arde
Written by Lynn Ahrens and Stephen Flaherty
Awards
2018 Tony Award for Best Revival of a Musical
Reviews
Our review
beautiful Captivating UNBEATABLE
I was moved to tears by the beauty of this production, the beauty seen in every aspect. Each member of this company enhances this island community, with neither adding any more or less than the other!
Nicola Quinn
Customer reviews
4 reviews, average rating: (4.0 Stars)
Jeffery L. Lloyd Sr
Courtnee Carter is a Siren
Just experienced the musical at TPAC last night. Absolutely wonderful... I enjoyed the setting and the delightful talented cast. The songs and dancing echos throughout the African diaspora. Courtnee Carter is beautiful, sings like an angel and dances with the passion of her ancestors. ... Read more
Shabba Jamz
CAPTIVATING & MOVING, AMAZING CAST, BEAUFITUL SETS AND COSTUMES
Watched the show last night - what an amazing performance!!! The cast is incredible, so vocally gifted, and each actor gives great life to their role (keep an eye out for Papa Ge). The story is very moving, and the performers convey the emotion effectively. The Costuming, lighting & staging are very creative and visually appealing. The set is incredibly imaginative, but be aware that if you're sitting in the first two rows, you may get a little "sand" on you.
The show also touches on the issues of classism as well as shadism/colourism, which are still important issues today.
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To the reviewer asking for a refund: It's not the fault of the company if you didn't like the story. Do you ask for a refund at the movies each time you don't like the plot? Both the synopsis and soundtrack of this musical are readily available. Caveat emptor. ... Read more
Deidra J. Moore
Somethings Missing- But it’s not Talent
Take away the intimate/ interactive feel of Broadway and you still have a great performance. The cast was super talented and they
pulled it off very well without Alex Newell or Merle Dandridge. But somehow the storyline lacks content. However, we love a musical for the singing and dancing, and with that you will not be disappointed! And the production brought the story to life. You really felt like they were in a Hotel Ballroom with sand still on the stage! Excellent! ... Read more
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