OTC Auditions

Once on This Island, brings the captivating Caribbean-set retelling of The Little Mermaid to the Brooks Theater stage. Based on the 1985 novel My Love, My Love; or, The Peasant Girl, this poignant story follows Ti Moune, a peasant girl who rescues and falls in love with Daniel, a boy from the wealthier side of the island. Her journey of love, self-discovery, and bravery crosses class divides, offering audiences a heartfelt tale of resilience and the transformative power of storytelling.

The original Broadway productions of Once on This Island garnered three Laurence Olivier Award nominations and sixteen Tony Award nominations across its original run and 2017 revival, winning the Tony Award for Best Revival of a Musical. “This is a show I’ve been dreaming of directing for years,” shared Burroughs. “I’ve been immersed in this story as a performer, and now I’m eager to bring my vision of it to the stage—one that celebrates its rich cultural roots and emotional depth.”

Character Breakdown

Ti Moune – Age: To play 16 to 20 – Female Presenting – Vocal Range: G3 – E5

Daniel – Age: To play 18 to Early 20’s – Male Presenting – Vocal Range: C#3 – F#4

Mama Euralie/Asaka – Age: Open – Female Presenting – Vocal Range: Gb3 – B4

Tonton Julian/Agwe – Age: Open – Male Presenting – Vocal Range: A2 – E4

Andrea/Erzulie – Age: Open – Female Presenting – Vocal Range: A3 – D5

Armand/Papa Ge – Age: Open – Male Presenting – Vocal Range: G#2 – E4

One Male Presenting & One Female Presenting Ensemble (To play various characters) – Age: Open

Little Ti Moune/Little Girl – Age: 9 to 12 – Female Presenting *This role is unpaid*

For more information about casting, please visit the Casting Manager page below.