The Exhilarating Broadway Musical
ONCE ON THIS ISLAND: ASL-INTERPRETED PERFORMANCE
Book by Lynn Ahrens
Music by Stephen Flaherty
Lyrics by Lynn Ahrens
Based on My Love, My Love by Rosa Guy
Saturday, April 18 at 2 PM Matinee
TICKETS
$20 per seat
Tickets for this ASL-interpreted performance are $20 per seat and help cover the costs of providing this vital accessibility service. This is the lowest ticket price available in any of our seating locations for this performance.
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Join us for a dedicated performance of ONCE ON THIS ISLAND featuring professional American Sign Language (ASL) interpretation. We are committed to ensuring the rhythmic storytelling and soaring melodies of this Caribbean-inspired fable are fully accessible to our deaf and hard-of-hearing patrons.
The service is provided by skilled interpreters trained to capture the spirit, energy, and lyrical beauty of the performance, bringing the world of Ti Moune and the Gods to life.
IMPORTANT TICKETING INFORMATION
To purchase these tickets, you must acknowledge that these seats are specifically reserved for patrons (and their guests/chaperones) who require the services of an ASL interpreter.
ABOUT THE SHOW
Journey with us to a sun-drenched island in the Antilles, where the powerful gods—Asaka (Mother of Earth), Agwé (God of Water), Erzulie (Goddess of Love), and Papa Ge (Demon of Death)—control the fate of mortals.
This joyous, Tony Award-winning musical tells the story of Ti Moune, a brave peasant girl. Like the familiar mermaid tale, Ti Moune risks everything for love when a wealthy young man, Daniel, crashes into her world. She dedicates her life to saving his, even though the island's class divisions make their romance forbidden.
Her selfless act catches the attention of the gods, who make a powerful wager: Which is stronger—Love or Death?
Told through a rousing, vibrant score, dazzling dance, and powerful storytelling, Once On This Island is a breathtaking fable that proves that even a small girl can change the world, and that the force of love is stronger than fate itself.
“A jubilant Caribbean fantasy!” – Ahrens & Flaherty
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Riley Osei-Assibey: Little Ti Moune
Ashley Cooper: Mama Euralie
Bill Taylor: Armand
Emily Rose: Asaka
Ethan Vazquez: Daniel
J'zeida Ortega: Erzulie
Lucia Perez: Andrea
Maya Fountain: Ti Moune
Melanie Serkosky: Papa Ge
Rafael Sierra-Leddux: Agwe
Robert Williams: Tonton Julian
Sara Ballard: Storyteller
Yvette Charice: Storyteller
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Director: Christopher Faison
Musical Director: Luke Nelson
Choreographers: Christopher Faison & Lucia Perez
Stage Manager: Linda Ferreira
Assistant Stage Manager: Allison Clifton
Technical Director: Jen Rankin
Set Designer: David Macharelli
Lighting Designer: Lucas Veo
Sound Designer: Chris Corrales
Mic Operator: Ryan Rosenbaum
Costume Designer: Bobby Henry
Properties: Austen Lindberg
Shop Lead - Carpentry: Jack Stetson
Shop Lead - Paint: Cheryll Kleiner
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What is the plot, and is it appropriate for all ages?
It's a retelling of Hans Christian Andersen's The Little Mermaid, set on a Caribbean island, focusing on a peasant girl who trades her life for the wealthy boy she loves, all while the island gods watch on. This vibrant, heartwarming musical fable is suitable for all ages (we generally recommend ages 8 and up). It uses storytellers, music, and dance to explore universal themes of love, community, and forgiveness.
What is the running time?
The original Broadway production of Once On This Island typically runs without an intermission and lasts approximately 90 to 100 minutes. We anticipate this production will be similar. A more specific time will be available closer to opening night.