Auditions – Birmingham Village Players

Once On This Island Auditions

Once on This Island is a delightful musical that tells the story of Ti Moune, a peasant girl in the French Antilles who falls in love with a wealthy boy, Daniel, and makes a deal with the island’s gods to save his life, ultimately proving that love is stronger than death and prejudice. This award winner is known for its joyful storytelling and powerful message.

Pre-audition Dance & Music Workshop

When: Saturday, June 20, 2026
Where: Nativity Church, 21220 W 14 Mile Road, Bloomfield Hills (near Berkshire Middle School)
Time: 10 a.m. – noon

Audition Dates

Auditions: Saturday, July 11, at 10 a.m. and Sunday, July 12, at 1 p.m.
Callbacks: Monday, July 13, at 7 p.m.
- All auditioners will be notified of their callback status no later than 7:00 PM on Sunday, July 12. Those called back should prepare to perform their assigned character’s audition song in its entirety.
Audition & Callback location: Birmingham Village Players, 34660 Woodward Ave., Birmingham
Video Auditions are allowed, but in-person auditions are encouraged. To submit your video audition, record your name, role(s) you are auditioning for, and the music and/or script cut. Videos must be sent to Daniel Valentine, Director at daniel.valentine@birminghamvillageplayers.com no later than Friday, July 10, 2026.

Performance Dates & Time

Performance Dates: September 18, 19, 20, 25, 26, 27, and October 1, 2, 3, 4, 2026
Performance Times: Thursdays, Fridays, and Saturdays at 7:30 p.m.; Sundays at 2 p.m.

Rehearsal Schedule

Rehearsals are tentatively Saturday mornings and Tuesday/Wednesday/Thursday evenings, but are subject to change once the show is cast based on the cast members’ availability.

Meet the Production Team

Director: Daniel Valentine
Producers: Jay, Kaplan, Susie Gardiner, Laura Melton
Music Director: Ryan Bowie
Choreographer: Shay Williams

Character Descriptions

Casting 11 principal roles + 3–5 ensemble. Seeking BIPOC actors of all body types, ages 18+. Also seeking a young actor (ages 10–14) to portray Little Ti Moune. This production includes a strong movement and dance component, and all performers must be comfortable with and capable of dancing.

We are committed to inclusive casting. Actors of all races, ethnicities, genders, abilities, and backgrounds are encouraged to audition.

Mama Euralie: Ti Moune’s adoptive mother. She is fearful of social status and greatly protective of her family. Vocal Range B4 – Gb3 (Mezzo-Soprano)
Tonton Julian: Ti Moune’s adoptive father. Filled with courage that is fueled by the love for his wife and daughter. Vocal range: E4 – A2 (Bass-Baritone)
Ti Moune: Our story’s protagonist. A peasant girl who has been adopted, she is a dark-skinned island girl with much curiosity and energy. Earnest and romantic about all creatures. Falls tragically in love with Daniel. Vocal range: E5 – G3 Soprano)
Daniel: A youthful man from the wealthy part of the island. He is pale-skinned and inherently bound to fulfill the expectations of his higher social class. Struggles with his feelings for Ti Moune. Vocal range: F#4 – C#3 (Tenor)
Papa Ge: The Demon of Death. He is proud and sly. His menacing ways are often a cause of distress, as he is in control of life and death. Vocal range: G4 – C3 (Alto/Tenor)
Asaka: The Mother of Earth. She is very caring and nurturing. Her motherly disposition makes her well-suited to provide inhabitants with anything they need. Vocal range: E5 – A3
Agwe: The God of Water. He is strong, clever, and compassionate. Enjoys playing with the rain and ocean. Vocal range: E4 – B2 (Mezzo-Soprano)
Erzulie: The Goddess of Love, beautiful and elegant, with a strong belief in the power of love. She has a sympathetic heart. Vocal range: C#5 – A3 (Soprano/Mezzo-Soprano)
Armand/Storyteller: A wealthy beauxhomme, he is the careless Frenchman who came to the island. He leaves behind a terrible curse. He also plays Daniel’s father. (Tenor/Baritone)
Andrea/Storyteller: A wealthy beauxhomme, she is the well-to-do fiancée of Daniel Beauxhomme and a great dancer. She will also play Armand Beauxhomme’s wife. (Soprano)
Little Girl / Little Ti Moune: Little Girl and Little Ti Moune are played by the same actress. Looking for someone who can portray a frightened girl, as well as a spunky, young girl who enjoys running and playing around. These characters have no solo singing lines, so this is the perfect place to cast a younger performer with good acting skills and a dynamic stage presence.
Ensemble: Storytellers/Gossips, various Grands Hommes and peasants

Audition Cuts

Acting sides are required for the following characters only: Ti Moune, Daniel, Mama Euralie, Tonton Julian, Little Ti Moune, Papa Ge, and Storytellers/Ensemble. All other characters will be evaluated on their music cut and stage presence at the initial audition. Additional sides may be provided at callbacks.
- Click here for the SCRIPT cuts for each character.
- Click here for the MUSIC cuts for each character.