Synopsis
Set in Dublin, 'Once' tells the story of a struggling Irish musician and a Czech immigrant who meet through their shared love of music. The unnamed Guy is a street performer who has lost faith in his craft after a painful breakup, while the Girl is a spirited pianist who encourages him to pursue his dreams. Over the course of a week, their collaboration blossoms into a deep connection, though their romantic feelings remain unspoken due to their personal circumstances. The musical explores themes of love, loss, and the transformative power of music, culminating in a bittersweet ending that underscores the fleeting nature of their relationship. Featuring heartfelt songs and intimate storytelling, 'Once' captures the beauty of human connection and the resilience of the artistic spirit.
Characters
- Guy (lead)
- Girl (lead)
- Billy (supporting)
- Baruska (supporting)
- Reza (supporting)
- Andrej (supporting)
- Eamon (supporting)
- Bank Manager (supporting)
- Da (supporting)
- Ex-Girlfriend (featured_ensemble)
Musical Numbers
- Leave
- Falling Slowly
- The Moon
- If You Want Me
- Broken Hearted Hoover Fixer Sucker Guy
- Say It to Me Now
- Abandoned in Bandon
- Gold
- Sleeping
- When Your Mind's Made Up