Jagged Little Pill Coming to Dunellen Theatre With Actors Studio Residency

The Actors Studio of New Jersey will kick off its residency at the Dunellen Theatre with a production of 'Jagged Little Pill' in February. This show represents the inaugural performance at the venue since the theater company secured its status as a resident performer.

Lisa Benke takes the part of Mary Jane Healy. Daniel Maceyak will portray Steve Healy, Adeera Harris steps into Frankie Healy's shoes, and Bennett Safsel becomes Nick Healy. Al Bastin inhabits Jo Taylor's character, with Gideon McManus bringing Phoenix to life.

Alanis Morissette and Glen Ballard created the music and lyrics. Diablo Cody wrote the book. The show pulls from Morissette's groundbreaking album and weaves a tale about families grappling with pain, searching for ways to mend what's broken, and discovering threads that bind them.

Michael Restaino directs and choreographs. Adam Magnacca leads the music, while James Russo manages production duties and designs the lighting.

Lilli Doll plays Bella Fox, with Jason Tobias as Andrew. The ensemble includes Karen Carratura, Kiley Rose Burke, Nicole Pellegrin, Kaity Cherkassky, Julia Shicatano, Cole Russell, and Marquise Neal. Behind the scenes, Dan F. Sims manages company operations, Coldin Grundmeyer supervises production, and Rob Delgado designs wigs.

The Dunellen Theatre first opened its doors during the 1920s as a vaudeville house and silent film palace. Located at 458 North Ave., this building has stood as a local landmark for more than a hundred years.

Restaino established the theater company with a mission to craft experiences that move audiences and build bridges between performers. The group plans to make this space its permanent headquarters for upcoming shows.

Performances happen Friday, Feb. 6 at 8:00 p.m., Saturday, Feb. 7 at 2:00 p.m. and 8:00 p.m., and Sunday, Feb. 8 at 2:00 p.m. Doors swing open 30 minutes before curtain.

Tickets operate on general admission. They're available now. Food and drinks will be sold at the theater during shows.

Concord Theatricals Corp. arranged the licensing.