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Once On This Island Revival 2017 - Articles Page 3

Run Time:
One hour and 30 minutes, with no intermission
Ages: 4+
Opened: December 3, 2017
Closing: January 06, 2019

Once On This Island - 2017 Broadway History , Info & More


Circle in the Square (Broadway)
1633 Broadway at 50th St. New York, NY

"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.


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VIDEO: Watch Alex Newell, Hailey Kilgore, & the Cast of the Tony Nominated ONCE ON THIS ISLAND Revival on THE TODAY SHOW
by Macon Prickett - May 2, 2018


The Tony Nominated Broadway revival of Once On This Island, opened on December 3 at The Circle in the Square Theatre (235 West 50th Street) to rave reviews. The new production is directed by Tony nominee Michael Arden, and choreographed by the critically-acclaimed Camille A. Brown.

ONCE ON THIS ISLAND Cast And Creative React To Tony Award Nominations
by Alan Henry - May 1, 2018


BroadwayWorld has been checking in with Tony Award nominees all morning! We caught up with the nominated cast and creative from Once On This Island on Broadway to get their first reactions at being up for Tony Awards this season.

VIDEO: The Cast of ONCE ON THIS ISLAND Gives Robin Roberts a Special Dressing Room Performance
by A.A. Cristi - April 13, 2018


Good Morning America's Robin Roberts stopped by Circle in the Square this week to check in with the cast of the first Broadway revival of Once On This Island. See Robin's visit below as the cast discusses their Broadway run so far and treats Robin to a special dressing room performance!

VIDEO: Watch ONCE ON THIS ISLAND's 'Mama Will Provide' from Every Angle!
by Nicole Rosky - March 16, 2018


Want a full 360 degree view of Broadway's Circle in the Square Theatre stage? NBC Nightly News with Lester Holt can provide! Watch below as Alex Newell leads the company of Once on This Island in 'Mama Will Provide'.

Quentin Earl Darrington Returns to ONCE ON THIS ISLAND Tomorrow
by Julie Musbach - March 15, 2018


Quentin Earl Darrington returns to Broadway's smash Once On This Island as Agwe tomorrow Friday March 16 after a brief leave of absence.

Photo Coverage: The Cast of ONCE ON THIS ISLAND Performs at Barnes and Noble in Honor of Cast Album Release
by Genevieve Rafter Keddy - March 15, 2018


Broadway stars Phillip Boykin, Quentin Earl Darrington, Hailey Kilgore, Kenita R. Miller, Alex Newell, Isaac Powell, Lea Salonga and additional cast members of ONCE ON THIS ISLAND, along with composers Lynn Ahrens and Stephen Flaherty celebrated the release of the musical's cast album recording (available now through Broadway Records) at Barnes and Noble last night, March 14.

ONCE ON THIS ISLAND to Launch National Tour in 2019-2020
by Julie Musbach - February 28, 2018


Ken Davenport and Hunter Arnold announced today that the new hit production of Once On This Island will launch a North American tour during the fall of 2019.

ONCE ON THIS ISLAND Cast Album Released Today
by Julie Musbach - February 23, 2018


Today, Broadway Records released the New Broadway Cast Recording of Once On This Island on CD and digitally through most major music retailers. The album is currently available at www.BroadwayRecords.com, www.Amazon.com and at Circle in the Square Theatre.

VIDEO: The Cast of ONCE ON THIS ISLAND Performs 'Mama Will Provide' on Late Night with Seth Meyers
by Stephi Wild - February 9, 2018


Mama provided! The cast of Once on This Island appeared on last night's Late Night with Seth Meyers, where they performed 'Mama Will Provide.' Watch the full performance below!

TV: Some Say the Kid Critics Were in Awe of ONCE ON THIS ISLAND!
by Nicole Rosky - February 9, 2018


We are continuing the series with Tai (11), Isabella (13), and Charles (10), who just stopped by the Circle in the Square Theatre to check out Once on This Island. Curious about what they thought about the show? Find out below!

The Theater People Podcast Welcomes Broadway Legend, Lea Salonga
by Theater People Podcast - February 5, 2018


On Monday, February 5 Theater People podcast welcomes Tony winner Lea Salonga. For the episode, Salonga Talks about taking on the role of Erzule, The Goddess of Love in Michael Arden's Broadway revival of ONCE ON THIS ISLAND, which is currently playing at The Circle in the Square theater on Broadway.

Photo Flash: New Gods on the Island! First Look at Norm Lewis and Tamyra Gray in ONCE ON THIS ISLAND
by Nicole Rosky - January 25, 2018


As BroadwayWorld previously reported, Broadway veterans Norm Lewis and Tamyra Gray have just stepped into the roles of Agwe and Papa Ge, in Once on This Island.

Photo: Lin-Manuel Miranda Visits ONCE ON THIS ISLAND
by Stephi Wild - January 14, 2018


Lea Salonga took to Instagram today to share a photo she took with Broadway superstar Lin-Manuel Miranda, who visited Once on This Island today with his wife! 'So Lin-Manuel came to the show today!!!' Salonga writes. 'Needless to say, we all were thrilled. Thanks to you and Vanessa for coming to the island!!!'

Norm Lewis and Tamyra Gray Join the Cast of ONCE ON THIS ISLAND Today!
by Nicole Rosky - January 8, 2018


The producers of Broadway's newest hit, ONCE ON THIS ISLAND, announced today that Broadway veterans Norm Lewis and Tamyra Gray will step into the roles of Agwe and Papa Ge, respectively, on January 8. Merle Dandridge exits for a contractual leave to shoot her television series Greenleaf. Quentin Earl Darrington will also be on a contractual leave.

Photo Flash: Tina Fey, Brian d'Arcy James, and More Visit ONCE ON THIS ISLAND
by Stephi Wild - December 24, 2017


The cast of Once on this Island recently got visits from Tina Fey, Brian d'Arcy James, Will Chase, Ingrid Michaelson, and David Henry Hwang. The show's official Twitter account posted photos of cast members with the visitors. Check out the tweets, and the photos here!

Photo Coverage: The Cast of ONCE ON THIS ISLAND Records Cast Album!
by Walter McBride - December 22, 2017


Mama Will Provide...a cast album for the revival of Once on This Island! Broadway Records announced that the album will be released on CD and digitally at most major music retailers on February 23, 2018. The release of Once On This Island will mark the 100th new release by Broadway Records since the label was established in 2012. The album is produced by Elliot Scheiner, Lynn Ahrens, Stephen Flaherty, Hunter Arnold and Ken Davenport.

Norm Lewis and Tamyra Gray to Join the Cast of ONCE ON THIS ISLAND
by Julie Musbach - December 19, 2017


The producers of Broadway's newest hit, ONCE ON THIS ISLAND, announced today that Broadway veterans Norm Lewis and Tamyra Gray will step into the roles of Agwe and Papa Ge, respectively, on January 8. Merle Dandridge exits for a contractual leave to shoot her television series Greenleaf. Quentin Earl Darrington will also be on a contractual leave.

PHOTO: Keith David Stops by ONCE ON THIS ISLAND
by Stephi Wild - December 16, 2017


Actor and director Keith David stopped by Once on This Island this week, and post for a photo backstage with some cast members. The photo was posted to the show's Twitter account. Check it out here!

Breaking: Mama Will Provide A Cast Recording for ONCE ON THIS ISLAND!
by Alan Henry - December 8, 2017


BroadwayWorld has just learned that the cast of Once On This Island, the Olivier Award-winning and Tony Award-nominated Best Musical, on stage now at the Circle in the Square Theatre, will head to the studio for a brand new cast recording of the revival.

BWW Review: Michael Arden Stages ONCE ON THIS ISLAND With a Nod To The Dangers of Climate Change
by Michael Dale - December 5, 2017


While there's nary a mention of global warming or human-made climate change in Stephen Flaherty and Lynn Ahrens', captivating and joyous Caribbean story-theatre musical ONCE ON THIS ISLAND, director Michael Arden's exhilarating new Broadway production of the popular 1990 hit based on Rosa Guy's novel My Love, My Love, smacks audience members with the issue as soon as they enter Circle In The Square.

TV: Go Inside Opening Night with ONCE ON THIS ISLAND's Hailey Kilgore, Lea Salonga, Alex Newell and More!
by BroadwayWorld TV - December 4, 2017


The new Broadway production of Once On This Island officially opened last night, December 3rd, at the Circle in the Square Theatre (235 W. 50th street, NYC), and is directed by Tony nominee Michael Arden, and choreographed by the critically-acclaimed Camille A. Brown. BroadwayWorld was there for the festivities and brings you interviews with the company below!

Photo Flash: Grasan Kingsberry Earns the Gypsy Robe for ONCE ON THIS ISLAND
by Nicole Rosky - December 4, 2017


On Sunday, December 3, the company of Once On This Island gathered in the lobby of Circle in the Square to celebrate the opening of the show and the passing of the Gypsy Robe to Grasan Kingsberry.

Photo Coverage: On the Opening Night Red Carpet for ONCE ON THIS ISLAND!
by Jennifer Broski - December 4, 2017


The new Broadway production of Once On This Island officially opened last night, December 3rd, at the Circle in the Square Theatre (235 W. 50th street, NYC), and is directed by Tony nominee Michael Arden, and choreographed by the critically-acclaimed Camille A. Brown.

Photo Coverage: They Dance! ONCE ON THIS ISLAND Takes Opening Night Bows
by Jennifer Broski - December 4, 2017


The new Broadway production of Once On This Island officially opened last night, December 3rd, at the Circle in the Square Theatre (235 W. 50th street, NYC), and is directed by Tony nominee Michael Arden, and choreographed by the critically-acclaimed Camille A. Brown.

Once On This Island FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

What are the songs in Once On This Island and what's the order?
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

Once On This Island History

Other Productions of Once On This Island

1990   Off-Broadway Original Off-Broadway Production
Off-Broadway
1990   Off-Broadway
Off-Broadway
1990   Broadway Broadway Transfer
Broadway
1994   West End London Production
West End
2002   Broadway Reunion Concert
Broadway
2017   Broadway Broadway Revival Production
Broadway
2019   US Tour Revival National Tour
US Tour
2023   West End
West End

Once On This Island - 2017 Broadway Awards and Nominations

Note: Award winners will appear on a background
Year Ceremony Category Nominee
2018 BroadwayWorld Awards Best Choreography Camille A. Brown
2018 BroadwayWorld Awards Best Direction of a Musical Michael Arden
2018 BroadwayWorld Awards Best Featured Actor in a Musical Alex Newell
2018 BroadwayWorld Awards Best Featured Actress in a Musical Lea Salonga
2018 BroadwayWorld Awards Best Leading Actress in a Musical Hailey Kilgore
2018 BroadwayWorld Awards Best Lighting Design Jules Fisher
2018 BroadwayWorld Awards Best Lighting Design Peggy Eisenhauer
2018 BroadwayWorld Awards Best Orchestrations AnnMarie Milazzo
2018 BroadwayWorld Awards Best Orchestrations Michael Starobin
2018 BroadwayWorld Awards Best Revival of a Musical Once on this Island
2018 BroadwayWorld Awards Best Scenic Design Dane Laffrey
2018 BroadwayWorld Awards Best Sound Design of a Musical Peter Hylenski
2018 BroadwayWorld Awards Broadway's Backbone Best Musical Ensemble Once on this Island
2018 Drama Desk Awards Outstanding Costume Design for a Musical Clint Ramos
2018 Drama Desk Awards Outstanding Featured Actress in a Musical Kenita R. Miller
2018 Drama Desk Awards Outstanding Lighting Design for a Musical Jules Fisher
2018 Drama Desk Awards Outstanding Orchestrations Michael Starobin
2018 Drama Desk Awards Outstanding Revival of a Musical Once on This Island
2018 Drama Desk Awards Outstanding Set Design for a Musical Dan Laffrey
2018 Drama Desk Awards The LaDuca Award for Outstanding Choreography Camille A. Brown
2018 Drama League Awards Distinguished Performance Award Hailey Kilgore
2018 Drama League Awards Distinguished Performance Award Alex Newell
2018 Drama League Awards Outstanding Revival of a Broadway or Off-Broadway Musical Once On This Island
2018 Outer Critics Circle Awards Outstanding Actress in a Musical Hailey Kilgore
2018 Outer Critics Circle Awards Outstanding Choreographer Camille A. Brown
2018 Outer Critics Circle Awards Outstanding Costume Design Clint Ramos
2018 Outer Critics Circle Awards Outstanding Director of a Musical Michael Arden
2018 Outer Critics Circle Awards Outstanding Orchestrations AnnMarie Milazzo
2018 Outer Critics Circle Awards Outstanding Revival of a Musical Once on this Island
2018 Theatre World Awards Outstanding Broadway or Off-Broadway Debut Performance Hailey Kilgore
2018 Tony Awards Best Costume Design of a Musical Clint Ramos
2018 Tony Awards Best Direction of a Musical Michael Arden
2018 Tony Awards Best Lighting Design of a Musical Peggy Eisenhauer
2018 Tony Awards Best Orchestrations AnnMarie Milazzo
2018 Tony Awards Best Performance by an Actress in a Leading Role in a Musical Hailey Kilgore
2018 Tony Awards Best Revival of a Musical Once on this Island
2018 Tony Awards Best Scenic Design of a Musical Dane Laffrey
2018 Tony Awards Best Sound Design of a Musical Peter Hylenski

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