Once on This Island: Musical Info & Synopsis
Synopsis:
Once on This Island is set on a Caribbean island and tells the story of a young girl named Ti Moune. The story unfolds as Ti Moune falls in love with a wealthy boy from the other side of the island. Guided by the powerful island gods, Ti Moune’s determination and courage are put to the test as she defies tradition and strives to prove that love can conquer all. Once on This Island is a tale of resilience, sacrifice, and the magic of the human heart.
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Musical Information
Musical Type: Pre-Contemporary (1990)
Cast Size: 10+
Genre: Fairy Tale
Setting: Caribbean
Creative Team
Music: Stephen Flaherty
Lyrics/Book: Lynn Ahrens
Awards
Laurence Olivier Award: Best New Musical (1995)
Cast Albums
Original Broadway Cast (1990)➝
Licensing
Once on This Island is available for licensing through Music Theatre International.
Europe Licensing Options
International Licensing Options
Resources
Audition Songs: Theatre Trip
Sheet Music: Amazon➝
Tags
1990s, Based on a Book, Child Role, Family, Fantasy, One-Act, Summer, Sung-Through
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