“A whimsical delight… will warm the heart and nourish the soul”
“The simply elegant, stylized set, designed by Joe Pagnan, looks gorgeous and functions as a magnificent musical playground on which the performers and their instruments can freely frolic and flow under the guidance of director and choreographer Julie Tonaino. The harmonic interludes and lively dance steps that cover any scenery changes are a whimsical delight, transitioning from one scene seamlessly to the next. Michelle Ramsay’s lighting design perfectly supports the fluctuating mood, blends exquisitely with the divine melodies and accentuates key scenic elements with a lovely caress.
The Thousand Islands Playhouse production of Once is a magnificent modern-day fairy tale about the magic of music and the power of passion, with an ensemble that comes together to celebrate its alluring sentimentality with delectable fancy. Each element of this show adds a unique touch of flavour, artfully combining to make ‘good soup’ that will warm the heart and nourish the soul.”
WILL BRITTON
