Once (Chicago) Tickets

This is my second time seeing this play. I loved it more the second time, almost as much as I loved it the first time. It is unique. Having the stage as a functioning bar, the musicians also being actors and dancers, as well as stage figures. The voices of the whole ensemble. The two stars have amazing voices, the music enticing and pulling you in. I hope it comes back again, as I would see it again.

What a beautiful musical! The story is universal. The music is such that days later, I'm still humming. The actors were really good. See it if you have a chance.

Fantastic show from start to finish I can't wait to see it again!

What was very impressive for me was the range of the actors and actresses. Quadruple threat....they sing, they dance, they act.....they play instruments!!!!!! The main characters were also believable. Butt the pace of the show was not to my liking. Sometimes the pause between one sentence to another was just a hair too long, making the silence feel more uncomfortable than dramatic or purposeful. I didn't love all of the music either. It was lovely having the bar on stage and patron interaction...with the stage. It was also great having the actors exit 'stage' by just stepping into the dark and sitting. However it was also sometimes confusing as i wasn't always sure if they were really out of a scene or surreptitiously part of it...which maybe is part of the allure.

From having the stage used as a working bar for theater goers to the simple props, this show was fantastic start to finish! A strong story line, great musicians and singers, and perfectionists for actors, I thoroughly enjoyed this show. Wish I would have had time to see it again!

Had a blast - loved every minute of this performance!

Once was such an amazing play!! The cast was so talented and the entire show from beginning to end was wonderful!! I cried and laughed of happiness :]

Took my mom to see this and we both completely enjoyed it. The music and voices were great. If you like Irish music you will love this play. Would see it again if it comes to Indy. Will take my daughter.

Once has been "our movie" for my wife and me so it was an easy decision to see the play when it came to Chicago, only a five hour drive for us. We loved the show. Allowing the audience to come on stage, the low key way the show sort of invaded the theater, having the cast on stage for the whole show were all excellent ways to present the story. The story was presented with all the best moments of the movie intact but it went beyond the movie in expanding characters and adding additional music and humor. The cast was wonderful, such talented musicians and actors. I laughed and cried, leaving the theater feeling high.

The cast did a fantastic job, they were all so talented vocally. They did the movie proud- I had been waiting for this to come to Chicago for 3 years and was so happy when I saw the notice, I took my mother, aunt, and daughter- great show!!

I could see this show again. Loved it. The audience was so taken by the story. So simple but so many wonderful details about this show worked. Check it out.

Spectacular! Must see. Hope it comes back to Chicago soon.

By the end of each act, all the muscles in my body were relaxed. All the songs were absolutely beatiful and hearing such good music seemed to mentally AND physically refresh me- and I cannot say that about anything else. The musicianship from each of the actors was admirable to say the least. They were so energetic and in tune with each other and so talented with so many different instruments! Not to mention the show was hilarious (when it needed to be) and the actors' accents were flawless and added on to some of the comedy. It was a good story of hope and I encourage everyone and their mother to see it !

I saw this on Broadway and became obsessed. I was making plans to travel again to NY to see it again when I learned that it was coming to Chicago. Although I had a deep connection to my "firsts," I enjoyed the Chicago company. The only thing that diminished the experience in the magnificent Oriental Theater was that the performance could have been improved with greater sound. The show simply wasn't loud enough. I wanted to get a little more lost in the music, but I had to strain a bit to hear. My hearing is normal for one who just had a fiftieth birthday, but I worried about my parents' ability to truly enjoy the performance.

I had seen the movie but really didn't know what to expect when I went to see "Once." I was so pleasantly surprised but the clever staging, great music and wonderful voices...and all the performers played instruments creating the on-stage orchestra! Fabulous!!

We have enjoyed the movie a number of times and when I saw that the play was going to be here I had to get tickets. The music is simply amazing and the cast was very strong. Would go again!

I had no idea what to expect when I entered the theatre. I had not seen the movie and vaguely knew some of the songs but had a sense i had to go. My seat was perfect. The moment the play began and the music started I knew I was about t experience something very special. The story was totally dependent on the musical talent of each player. They made the play breathe and come alive. As an ensemble they created a few hours of pure emotional, funny and healing storytelling. .

I loved the music, the acting was great. But had a hard time with acoustics. I am not sure if it was the theater or just the actors themselves?

Movie was far better, a gem. Musical performances, excellent. Songs were repetitive, few memorable (except for the well known hit), thinnest of plotlines. Gimmick of serving from the pub onstage at the much -needed intermission was merely cute, & mostly ignored by the adults in the audience.

Once is a unique show. The music is terrific and you will be moved by the performances. Would recommend it to anyone.