The story of a Dublin street musician will entice audience members onto the stage, as the Grand Theatre kicks off its 2017/2018 season Tuesday night.
ONCE, a Tony-award winning musical, tells the story of Guy and his chance encounter with Girl — just as he’s about to give up on his dreams. The pre-show begins with an on-stage bar that’s open for business.
“The audience is welcome to come buy a beer, and hang out with us,” explained Nathan Carroll, who plays Andre in the show.
“We start the musical with just about half-an-hour of live jamming on stage… then all of a sudden, we’re telling the story to them, through music.”
The cast is comprised of 13 actor/musicians who play over 27 different instruments throughout the show, ranging from guitars to violins, a harmonica, and an accordion.
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It’s directed by Tracey Flye, who says the enchanting tale is one that’s “both timely, and timeless.
“It’s a powerful reminder, given the divisiveness we find in our world today, that common ground is possible…that love is possible…that dreams can be rediscovered…and that sometimes, something as simple as a melody can bring us together and allow us to find solace where healing and hope seemed impossible.”
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ONCE is on the Spriet Stage October 17 to November 4, with opening night set for Oct 20th.
Tickets range from $29.95 to $84, and are available online, by phone at 519-672-8800, or at the Box Office, 471 Richmond Street.
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