'Once On This Island' by Whimsicality - My Review

Whimsicality: A Theatre for Young Actors has been rehearsing for their annual production presented at Watertown High School for only five weeks. This year they celebrate the ninth anniversary of the acting company of students eight years old through high school age. Artistic Director Devin Brown co-founded “Whimsy” back in 2007 and Lisa A. Hamel once again served as Choreographer.

‘Once On This Island, Jr.’ was the chosen musical, with book and lyrics by Lynn Ahrens and music by Stephen Flaherty. Ms. Brown played the Goddess of Love next to Ms. Hamel back in 2001 (on the Swift Middle School stage) in this fairy tale celebration of love, life and death that is inspired by Hans Christian Anderson’s ‘The Little Mermaid.’ The young director dedicates the production to her mother and former Whimsy producer Denise “The Lady” Brown,” who will be forever in their hearts.

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All of my favorite production numbers were done with enthusiasm and that joyous dancing. “Mama Will Provide,” “Why We Tell the Story,” and “The Ball” in the hotel were probably the best of all. Remaining performances at Watertown High School are Friday and Saturday at 7:00pm and general admission tickets are available at the door.