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citadel theatre once

citadel theatre once

Once tells the enchanting tale of a Dublin street musician who’s about to give up on his dream when a beautiful young woman takes a sudden interest in his haunting love songs. As the chemistry between them grows, his music soars to powerful new heights… but their unlikely connection turns out to be deeper and more complex than your everyday romance.

Emotionally captivating and theatrically breathtaking, Once draws you in from the very first note and never lets go. It’s an unforgettable story about going for your dreams... not living in fear... and the power of music to connect all of us.

Winner of 8 Tony Awards, including Best Musical and Best Book
2012 Drama Desk Award for Outstanding Musical
2013 Grammy Award for Best Musical Theatre Album

Book by ENDA WALSH
Music and Lyrics by GLEN HANSARD & MARKÉTA IRGLOVÁ
Based on the Motion Picture Written and Directed by JOHN CARNEY
Directed by ANN HODGES

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