This production is put on by the Town of Southington Parks & Recreation sponsored Youth Summer Theater Program. The Footlights group is comprised of students entering 7th-9th grade. We have been rehearsing for 5 weeks, and this is one fabulously talented group! Tickets can be purchased at the door.
From Music Theater International:
With its poignant story and catchy Caribbean flavored score, ONCE ON THIS ISLAND JR. is a feast for the heart, mind, and soul. The highly original and theatrical Caribbean adaptation of the popular fairy tale The Little Mermaid garnered eight Tony nominations for its Broadway run, including Best Musical, Book and Score.
In almost non-stop song and dance, the show tells the story of Ti Moune, a peasant girl who rescues and falls in love with Daniel, a wealthy boy from the other side of her island. When Daniel is returned to his people, the fantastical gods who rule the island guide Ti Moune on a quest to test the strength of her love against the powerful forces of prejudice, hatred and death.
Friday at 7:00
Saturday at 1:00
Saturday at 7:00
Join us for the story of how love can overcome race and status. The Summer Theater FOOTLIGHTS present ONCE ON THIS ISLAND, JR. at Southington High School.
Tickets are $8.00 and can be bought at the door.