Alanis Morissette’s Jagged Little Pill The Musical
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Lyrics by
Alanis Morissette
Music by
Alanis Morissette & Glen Ballard
Book by
Diablo Cody
Directed by
Matthew McCray
Music Directed by
Lex Leigh
Awards and Recognition
- WINNER 7 Outer Critics Circle Awards
- WINNER 2 Drama Desk Awards
- WINNER 2 Tony Awards
- WINNER Grammy Award for Best Musical Theater Album
Reviewer Quotes
“ POWERHOUSE singers...POWERHOUSE lead performances ”
Stage Raw
“ EXCELLENT!... musically EXHILARATING! ”
BroadwayWorld
“ EXCEPTIONAL SHOW! ”
Orange Curtain Review
Season Producer
Bette & Wylie Aitken
Associate Season Producer
The Family of Mary Kay Fyda-Mar
Executive Producers
Susan Bowman & Freddie Greenfield
Louise & Steven Koch
Rachelle Menaker & Eddie Schuller
Julie St. John & Cliff Bream
Corporate Sponsor
Sally Ann Catering
Associate Producer
Michael & Mary Lysik
Supporting Producer
Bruce Goodrich
EXTENDED BY POPULAR DEMAND THRU AUGUST 16!
On the Cripe Stage…
Jagged Little Pill reimagines Alanis Morissette’s iconic 1995 album into a contemporary musical that delves into the complexities of a seemingly perfect suburban family. Set in a small affluent town in Connecticut, the story centers on Mary Jane Healy, a mother grappling with past traumas and addiction, while balancing her family as they confront issues including sexual assault, gender identity, and societal expectations. Through powerful performances and Morissette’s evocative music that defined a generation, this award winning musical weaves together themes of family, healing, and empowerment. It’s a fearless, exhilarating celebration of hope, self-discovery, and the messy beauty of being human.
Content Advisory: This production contains complex themes. For a detailed content advisory, including potential spoilers, and for resources for support around these topics, click here.
“POWERFUL PERFORMANCES!” “The cast and crew are phenomenal”SoCal Thrills
“The show’s enduring appeal also stems from the lasting power of Morissette’s music.”OCTG/Culture OC
Community Partners
Interested in becoming a Community Partner? Find out more HERE!
Show artwork designed by KC Wilkerson, kcwdigital.com.
Jagged Little Pill contains explicit content, including sexual assault/date rape, drug addiction, opioid overdose, racism, and mental health struggles.
For those who prefer full disclosure (spoiler warning), please check this page.
Special Events:
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Community Spotlight
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Pride Night
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Wine Night
COMMUNITY SPOTLIGHT
Join us before and after the performance for a happy hour and get to know our community partners. Schedule is subject to change. Thursday, July 23, 2026 starting at 6:30PM.- 6:30 PM - Mingling in the Chance lobby over light bites and Happy Hour drinks. Be sure to meet our Community Partners!
- 7:30 PM - The show begins! We can't wait for you to see this performance!
- 10:15 PM - Participate in a post-show conversation with the Cast and our Community Partner.
- 10:30 PM - The event comes to an end.
PRIDE NIGHT
Join us for our Pride Night, where theater lovers who share an identity can connect over refreshments and conversation before enjoying a performance. Schedule is subject to change. Saturday, July 25, 2026 starting at 7:00 PM.- 7:00 PM - Mingling in the Chance lobby over light bites and Happy Hour drinks.
- 8:00 PM - The show begins! We can't wait for you to see this performance!
- 10:45 PM - Participate in a post-show conversation with the Cast and each other.
- 11:00 PM - The event comes to an end.
WINE NIGHT
Back by popular demand, Wine Night features a free wine tasting of 4 signature wines, curated by the themes of the show, for the first 50 patrons in the door. Members and their guests receive priority access. Schedule is subject to change. Friday, July 24, 2026 starting at 7:00PM.- 6:45 PM - Check-In Starts
- 7:00 PM - Wine Night starts. Enjoy free exclusive wines!
- 7:45 PM - Wine Night ends. Get prepared for the show!
- 8:00 PM - Show starts, feel free to bring in your cup!
Are you part of a Community Organization? Contact us at [email protected] for information on special discounts and fundraising opportunities.
IN PERFORMANCE
Ryan Smith, Autumn Kirkpatrick, Allen Everman, Jocelyn Brown, Jeremy Vance, Doshima Iyorlu, and Daisy Tye in “Alanis Morissette’s Jagged Little Pill: The Musical” at Chance Theater. Playing July 10 – August 9, 2026 at the Bette Aitken theater arts Center on the Cripe Stage. Photos by Doug Catiller.
Ishan Panjabi, Sol Joun, and Doshima Iyorlu in “Alanis Morissette’s Jagged Little Pill: The Musical” at Chance Theater. Playing July 10 – August 9, 2026 at the Bette Aitken theater arts Center on the Cripe Stage. Photos by Doug Catiller.
Jeremy Vance in “Alanis Morissette’s Jagged Little Pill: The Musical” at Chance Theater. Playing July 10 – August 9, 2026 at the Bette Aitken theater arts Center on the Cripe Stage. Photos by Doug Catiller.
Jaymes Macabale and Doshima Iyorlu in “Alanis Morissette’s Jagged Little Pill: The Musical” at Chance Theater. Playing July 10 – August 9, 2026 at the Bette Aitken theater arts Center on the Cripe Stage. Photos by Doug Catiller.
Alexandra Kuebler in “Alanis Morissette’s Jagged Little Pill: The Musical” at Chance Theater. Playing July 10 – August 9, 2026 at the Bette Aitken theater arts Center on the Cripe Stage. Photos by Doug Catiller.
Kylie Young, Jocelyn Brown, Daisy Tye, Eric Dobson, Allen Everman, Ishan Panjabi, and Ryan Smith in “Alanis Morissette’s Jagged Little Pill: The Musical” at Chance Theater. Playing July 10 – August 9, 2026 at the Bette Aitken theater arts Center on the Cripe Stage. Photos by Doug Catiller.
Autumn Kirkpatrick, Jocelyn Brown, Kylie Young, and Hallie Snowday in “Alanis Morissette’s Jagged Little Pill: The Musical” at Chance Theater. Playing July 10 – August 9, 2026 at the Bette Aitken theater arts Center on the Cripe Stage. Photos by Doug Catiller.
Jocelyn Brown, Kylie Young, Autumn Kirkpatrick, and Hallie Snowday in “Alanis Morissette’s Jagged Little Pill: The Musical” at Chance Theater. Playing July 10 – August 9, 2026 at the Bette Aitken theater arts Center on the Cripe Stage. Photos by Doug Catiller.
Eric Dobson, Alexandra Kuebler, Ishan Panjabi, Autumn Kirkpatrick, Jeremy Vance, and Daisy Tye in “Alanis Morissette’s Jagged Little Pill: The Musical” at Chance Theater. Playing July 10 – August 9, 2026 at the Bette Aitken theater arts Center on the Cripe Stage. Photos by Doug Catiller.
Eric Dobson, Ryan Smith, Jaymes Macabale, Autumn Kirkpatrick, Hallie Snowday, Kylie Young, and Daisy Tye in “Alanis Morissette’s Jagged Little Pill: The Musical” at Chance Theater. Playing July 10 – August 9, 2026 at the Bette Aitken theater arts Center on the Cripe Stage. Photos by Doug Catiller.
IN REHEARSAL
Cast of Jagged Little Pill in Rehearsal. Running July 10 – August 9. Photo by Steve Leiken
Cast of Jagged Little Pill in Rehearsal. Running July 10 – August 9. Photo by Steve Leiken
Cast of Jagged Little Pill in Rehearsal. Running July 10 – August 9. Photo by Steve Leiken
Cast of Jagged Little Pill in Rehearsal. Running July 10 – August 9. Photo by Steve Leiken
Cast of Jagged Little Pill in Rehearsal. Running July 10 – August 9. Photo by Steve Leiken
Cast of Jagged Little Pill in Rehearsal. Running July 10 – August 9. Photo by Steve Leiken
Cast of Jagged Little Pill in Rehearsal. Running July 10 – August 9. Photo by Steve Leiken
Cast of Jagged Little Pill in Rehearsal. Running July 10 – August 9. Photo by Steve Leiken
Cast of Jagged Little Pill in Rehearsal. Running July 10 – August 9. Photo by Steve Leiken
Cast of Jagged Little Pill in Rehearsal. Running July 10 – August 9. Photo by Steve Leiken
Cast of Jagged Little Pill in Rehearsal. Running July 10 – August 9. Photo by Steve Leiken
Cast of Jagged Little Pill in Rehearsal. Running July 10 – August 9. Photo by Steve Leiken
Cast of Jagged Little Pill in Rehearsal. Running July 10 – August 9. Photo by Steve Leiken
Cast of Jagged Little Pill in Rehearsal. Running July 10 – August 9. Photo by Steve Leiken
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Audience Buzz
Venue Bette Aitken theater arts Center
Bette Aitken theater arts Center
5522 E. La Palma Ave.
Anaheim, CA 92807
Venue Amenities
- Full-Service Bar
- Free Parking
- Conveniently Located
At a Glance
- Upcoming Performances
- Approximate Running Time:
- 2 hours, 30 minutes with intermission
- Special Notes:
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- Post-show discussion after each performance.
- Join us for Opening Night as a Gold Member.
- Babes in arms and children under 4 are not permitted.
- 30% off for groups of 10 or more.
- Pay-What-You-Can Preview Performances
- Free, Convenient Parking
It was wonderful
Music was great, singing great, story line great, acting was great. Did I mention the show was great!!!! I liked everything about the performance. Total enjoyment!!!!
I had no idea what this musical was about walking in (but I love Alanis Morissette), and I was totally floored by it. Amazing work.
All performers were outstanding…
Loved the story, loved the music & performers
Chance Theater does fabulous productions. Great directing, acting, dancing, singing, musical theatre, stage design.
Absolutely loved the play, excellent acting and voices. I don’t think you have to be an Alanis fan to enjoy. I cannot choose one performer/voice over another, just loved the entire production. Love the venue, seating arrangements and set and theater ambience.
It was beautiful and so well done. Amazing talent from the actors to the musicians on stage. A beautiful story and awesome production design. We loved it!
Clean, quaint theater. Loved the atmosphere. I thoroughly enjoyed Jagged Little Pill!
Such an excellent performance. I am proud to share this. I enjoy your choices of presentations more each year we subscribe. This had a variety of performer ages and life experiences. The “kids” were especially talented with their vocals and dance, although the “adults” were outstanding also.
The show was wonderful. The actors and singing were top-notch. I’ve seen several shows at the Chance and this is the best to date. Love, love, loved it! I previously saw the show at The Pantages and wasn’t expecting it to compare. But the intimacy of the venue and the quality of the acting made it a unique experience that was equally emotional. The voices were wonderful, too!
You have a very talented, young and energetic cast. Always enjoy that effort!
The acting was superb
So good! The story was emotional and real. Laughs and tears! The cast was well chosen and they were so great!
Best cast I have seen in a long time, anywhere! They belong in NYC along with the crew! I love the choreography where dancers were all around expressing the feelings of individuals, reviving memories, and creating an atmosphere that enveloped the cast and the audience. The script is fantastic! It taps into teen angst, parenting (moms & dads), marriage, peer pressure in adulthood as well as youth, human rights, addiction, rape and overcoming grave obstacles in life. It does this in a way that really triggers deep rooted emotions and insight. My favorite Chance show to date!
Audio was great, the performers were amazing, absolutely loved the show.