Once on this Island
August 2nd through 18th, 2002
Directed by Michael Anthony. Book by Lynn Ahrens. Music by Stephen Flaherty. Lyrics by Lynn Ahrens. Based on “My Love, My Love” by Rosa Guy.

Winner of Six Billie Awards!
Congratulations to the cast and crew! Once on this Island received six awards at the second annual Billie Awards for Excellence in Youth Theatre, Sponsored by San Diego Playbill.

1. Jacqueline Lopez, Outstanding Lead Actress in a Musical
2. Outstanding Ensemble
3. Outstanding Production
4. Michael Anthony, Outstanding Direction
5. Shulamit Nelson, Outstanding Costume Design
6. Tony Cucuzzella, Outstanding Set Design

About the Play
This highly original and theatrical Carribean adaptation of Hans Christian Andersen’s “The Little Mermaid” sings and dances the story of Ti Moune, a peasant girl, whose love for Daniel is tested by the island gods. Experience the powerful forces of prejudice, hatred and death as Ti Moune is tested on the strength of her love. A San Diego Junior Theatre premiere.

Show Dates
Red text indicates school shows. ASL interpreted performance Saturday, August 17, 2002 at 2pm.

Sun Mon Tue Wed Thu Fri Sat           Aug 2, 2002 7pm   Aug 3, 2002 2pm   Aug 4, 2002 2pm       Aug 7, 2002 10am   Aug 9, 2002 7pm   Aug 10, 2002 2pm   Aug 11, 2002 2pm           Aug 16, 2002 7pm   Aug 17, 2002 2pm Aug 18, 2002 2pm