Once on This Island is directed by Rachel Howell and Chris Okiishi. This lively and moving musical by the creators of Seussical and Ragtime is the story of a poor young Island girl and her quest to become part of the affluent society from the other side of the Island. Her journey, in which she encounters helpful and mischievous gods, fierce storms, true love and even death itself, is enacted by an ensemble of actors, singers and dancers.
The score’s Caribbean-influenced music is part of the appeal for Rachel Howell, co-director. “The incredible music that illustrates the story creates a beautiful frame for weightier issues of love, trust and community. It's a fairy tale, and a fable, and a Caribbean rock musical all in one. The momentum is nonstop.” The story, based loosely on The Little Mermaid, is at once familiar and inspiring and will appeal to audiences of all ages.
Once on This Island is produced in collaboration with the Iowa Children’s Museum and will be held at the Museum Theater in the Coral Ridge Mall. Producer Dawn Clark says “the Museum is a great setting because the mission of the Iowa Children’s Museum is to explore the world through the power of play. Children at the ICM are encouraged to interact with the exhibits, and by putting on a show in that space, we can show children and their families how far the imagination can take us.”
Performances will be held Oct. 15, 16, 22 and 23 at 7:30pm and Oct. 17 and 24 at 2pm. Tickets are available online at www.citycircle.org and at the door. Tickets are $10 for children under ten, $15 for students/seniors and $20 for general admission.
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