Crimson Lit – Scarlet Letter Setlist OTR Reading
Music & Lyrics by
Jill Sobule
Book & Lyrics by
Krista Knight
Directed by
Jocelyn A. Brown
Music Direction by
Robyn Manion
Awards and Recognition
- OTR Reading
This new play will be presented as a reading. Readings are an essential part of the play development process. We are proud to offer this as part of our On The Radar (OTR) New Works Program that aims to support the creation of diverse new stories by emerging U.S. playwrights. Click here to learn more about OTR.
ABOUT THE SHOW:
You’re not going to want to miss the staged reading of the updated version of this brand new pulpy riot grrrl musical adaptation of The Scarlet Letter written by singer-songwriter Jill Sobule (“I Kissed a Girl,” “Supermodel”) and our 2020 Resident Playwright Krista Knight (Shooter!, Crush, Lipstick Lobotomy) that had its first reading last year at the Chance. In this musical, poetic justice has finally come for rebellious teen Winnie. She’s going to fail summer school and have to repeat the 11th grade unless she’s able to complete a book report. But that’s not the worst part. The worst part is that the book is Nathanial Hawthorne’s The Scarlet Letter—which Winnie does NOT want to read. Well, that’s too bad because she’s in a whole play about it.
NOTE: This show contains adult language.
2022 OTR Reading Series Sponsors
The Capital Group Companies Charitable Foundation
National Endowment for the Arts
Jennifer Ruckman & Ken Favell
The cast and creative team of the OTR staged reading of “Crimson Lit: Scarlet Letter Setlist” after their performance on Wednesday, April 27th. The staged reading had music and lyrics by Jill Sobule, book and lyrics by Krista Knight, was directed by Jocelyn A. Brown, with music direction by Robyn Manion.
“Crimson Lit: Scarlet Letter Setlist” cast members — Kimberly Tiongco, Lydia Margitza, Angie Chavez, Mandy Foster, and Camryn Long.
“Crimson Lit: Scarlet Letter Setlist” cast members — Kimberly Tiongco, Lydia Margitza, and Angie Chavez.
“Crimson Lit: Scarlet Letter Setlist” cast members — Kimberly Tiongco, Lydia Margitza, and Angie Chavez.
“Crimson Lit: Scarlet Letter Setlist” cast member Kimberly Tiongco.
“Crimson Lit: Scarlet Letter Setlist” cast members — Lydia Margitza, Angie Chavez, and Mandy Foster.
“Crimson Lit: Scarlet Letter Setlist” cast members — Angie Chavez and Mandy Foster.
“Crimson Lit: Scarlet Letter Setlist” cast members — Lydia Margitza and Angie Chavez.
“Crimson Lit: Scarlet Letter Setlist” cast members — Kimberly Tiongco, Lydia Margitza, and Angie Chavez.
“Crimson Lit: Scarlet Letter Setlist” cast members — Angie Chavez and Mandy Foster.
“Crimson Lit: Scarlet Letter Setlist” cast members — Lydia Margitza and Angie Chavez.
“Crimson Lit: Scarlet Letter Setlist” cast member Kimberly Tiongco.
“Crimson Lit: Scarlet Letter Setlist” cast members — Angie Chavez and Mandy Foster.
“Crimson Lit: Scarlet Letter Setlist” cast members — Bruce Goodrich (surprise guest!) and Lydia Margitza.
“Crimson Lit: Scarlet Letter Setlist” cast and creative team gather onstage with Chance Literary Manager James Michael McHale for a post-show conversation with the audience.
“Crimson Lit: Scarlet Letter Setlist” artists — Lydia Margitza, Mandy Foster, Jill Sobule, and Krista Knight
“Crimson Lit: Scarlet Letter Setlist” artists — Angie Chavez, Lydia Margitza, Mandy Foster, Jill Sobule, Krista Knight, and Camryn Long.
“Crimson Lit: Scarlet Letter Setlist” artists — Robyn Manion, Angie Chavez, Lydia Margitza, and Mandy Foster.
“Crimson Lit: Scarlet Letter Setlist” co-creators Jill Sobule and Krista Knight with cast member Camryn Long.
“Crimson Lit: Scarlet Letter Setlist” artists — Jocelyn A. Brown, Robyn Manion, and Angie Chavez.
“Crimson Lit: Scarlet Letter Setlist” artists — Camryn Long, Kimberly Tiongco, Bruce Goodrich, and Curtis Humphrey.
Director Jocelyn A. Brown, co-creators Krista Knight and Jill Sobule, and music director Robyn Manion following the staged reading of “Crimson Lit: Scarlet Letter Setlist” on April 27, 2022 at Chance Theater @ Bette Aitken theater arts Center.
Actress Angie Chavez (second from left) poses for a photo with audience members (including her “Next to Normal” costars Jared Machado and Jaylen Baham) following the staged reading of “Crimson Lit: Scarlet Letter Setlist” on April 27, 2022 at Chance Theater @ Bette Aitken theater arts Center.
Cast members Mandy Foster (center) and Lydia Margitza (second from right) with audience members following the staged reading of “Crimson Lit: Scarlet Letter Setlist” on April 27, 2022 at Chance Theater @ Bette Aitken theater arts Center.
OTR Producing Associate James Michael McHale, director Jocelyn A. Brown, and board member Rachelle Menaker following the staged reading of “Crimson Lit: Scarlet Letter Setlist” on April 27, 2022 at Chance Theater @ Bette Aitken theater arts Center.
Dramaturg Bruce Goodrich and co-creator Jill Sobule following the staged reading of “Crimson Lit: Scarlet Letter Setlist” on April 27, 2022 at Chance Theater @ Bette Aitken theater arts Center.
Cast members Kimberly Tiongco, Camryn Long, and Lydia Margitza following the staged reading of “Crimson Lit: Scarlet Letter Setlist” on April 27, 2022 at Chance Theater @ Bette Aitken theater arts Center.
Co-creators Krista Knight and Jill Sobule with Dennis O’Connell and Board Chair Elizabeth Jones following the staged reading of “Crimson Lit: Scarlet Letter Setlist” on April 27, 2022 at Chance Theater @ Bette Aitken theater arts Center.
Actor Kimberly Tiongco (right) with her guests following the staged reading of “Crimson Lit: Scarlet Letter Setlist” on April 27, 2022 at Chance Theater @ Bette Aitken theater arts Center.
Co-creator Jill Sobule and guest following the staged reading of “Crimson Lit: Scarlet Letter Setlist” on April 27, 2022 at Chance Theater @ Bette Aitken theater arts Center.
Cast members Camryn Long, Angie Chavez, and Lydia Margitza following the staged reading of “Crimson Lit: Scarlet Letter Setlist” on April 27, 2022 at Chance Theater @ Bette Aitken theater arts Center.
Director Jocelyn A. Brown, co-creator Krista Knight, and stage manager Cynthia Espinoza following the staged reading of “Crimson Lit: Scarlet Letter Setlist” on April 27, 2022 at Chance Theater @ Bette Aitken theater arts Center.
Co-creators Jill Sobule and Krista Knight pose with cast member Camryn Long following the staged reading of “Crimson Lit: Scarlet Letter Setlist” on April 27, 2022 at Chance Theater @ Bette Aitken theater arts Center.
Jaylen Baham and cast member Mandy Foster following the staged reading of “Crimson Lit: Scarlet Letter Setlist” on April 27, 2022 at Chance Theater @ Bette Aitken theater arts Center.
Actor Camryn Long and co-creator Krista Knight following the staged reading of “Crimson Lit: Scarlet Letter Setlist” on April 27, 2022 at Chance Theater @ Bette Aitken theater arts Center.
Co-creators Jill Sobule and Krista Knight with Literary Manager James Michael McHale (center) following the staged reading of “Crimson Lit: Scarlet Letter Setlist” on April 27, 2022 at Chance Theater @ Bette Aitken theater arts Center.
Cast members Kimberlyn Tiongco and Camryn Long following the staged reading of “Crimson Lit: Scarlet Letter Setlist” on April 27, 2022 at Chance Theater @ Bette Aitken theater arts Center.
Director Jocelyn A. Brown and co-creator Krista Knight following the staged reading of “Crimson Lit: Scarlet Letter Setlist” on April 27, 2022 at Chance Theater @ Bette Aitken theater arts Center.
Co-creator (and 2020 Resident Playwright) Krista Knight following the staged reading of “Crimson Lit: Scarlet Letter Setlist” on April 27, 2022 at Chance Theater @ Bette Aitken theater arts Center.
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Venue Bette Aitken theater arts Center
Bette Aitken theater arts Center
5522 E. La Palma Ave.
Anaheim, CA 92807
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- Approximate Running Time:
- 1 hour, 30 minutes with no intermissions
