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Sunday, August 11, 2013

TEEN STARS ON STAGE PERFORM CARIBBEAN-FLAVORED MUSICAL

ONCE ON THIS ISLAND
A Musical Live on Stage
Performed by The Forum Theatre’s Stars On Stage Students

WHEN: Fri August 16 @ 7:30 Sat August 17 @ 11 AM & 7:30 PM; Sun August 18 @ 2 PM
WHERE: Forum Theatre Cultural Center, 314 Main St., Metuchen
TICKETS: General Seating is $15 and can be purchased at the door or by calling the box office @ 732.548.5600

With its poignant story and catchy Caribbean flavored score, ONCE ON THIS ISLAND. 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.

We hope you join us for this wonderful production performed by a cast of talented kids between the ages of 7 and 14 and help support our Stars On Stage program now in its 6th season! Introduce your kids to the magic of LIVE theatre!