Once Tickets

It feels like a bit of a cliché, when talking about award-winning musical Once, to say ‘Once is not enough’. But in my case, it happens to be true. This week I was back for my third and final visit to the Phoenix Theatre before the show closes on March 21st. And the first question most people have asked since is, ‘How was Ronan?’

One of the best, and most original, shows in London’s West End right now is Once at the Phoenix Theatre. A love story with a difference, featuring a company of talented musicians and beautiful, haunting songs, this show is a must-see for anyone visiting London. It’s currently starring Boyzone’s Ronan Keating, to rave reviews, and I’ve just booked my third trip to see it before it closes in a few weeks.

Here are 10 things you might not know about Once…

I’ll be honest. When I heard that Ronan Keating was taking over the lead role in hit musical Once from 17th November, I had mixed feelings.

The brilliant Once is to close in the west end in March, following Ronan Keating’s departure from the role. I have to admit, I was a little shocked when I read the announcement, as when I visited little more than a month ago the house was full of a happy audience. I found Once to be an uplifting and haunting love story that stayed with me for days after I left the theatre and indeed London. It does sadden me that I won’t be able to see the show again, most likely, and so I would like to present my top five (of many) reasons to see Once at the Phoenix Theatre before 21st March 2015. 

Producers of Once have confirmed the musical will close in the West End on Saturday 21st March 2015 ahead of a planned European tour.

Producers of Once have confirmed that Jill Winternitz has extended her run in the musical which plays at the Phoenix Theatre. This means she will star opposite Boyzone's Ronan Keating who joins the cast as Guy on 17th November 2014.

On 17 November 2014 Ronan Keating will join the West End cast of Olivier award-winning musical Once, to play the leading role of Guy.

On 17 March 2014, Arthur Darvill, who has previously played the role in the Broadway production, will join the West End cast of Once to play the leading role of Guy. The eight-time Tony award-winning musical last month released over 400,000 new tickets for sale, taking bookings at the Phoenix Theatre to 4 July 2015.  Directed by John Tiffany, Once opened at the Phoenix Theatre in April last year where it has been acclaimed by audiences and critics alike.