All posts by abarnett

Current, Plays & Musicals, Productions

Jagged Little Pill

ALANIS MORISSETTE’S
JAGGED LITTLE PILL: THE MUSICAL
Lyrics by Alanis Morissette
Music by Alanis Morissette
and Glen Ballard
Book by Diablo Cody

June 19-28, 2026

Produced by Emily Black & Andrew Hankinson
Directed by Katie Meuse & Steven Black
Music Direction by Sore Austenfeld
Choreography by Aaron Swiniuch

Inspired by Alanis Morissette’s groundbreaking album, this Tony and Grammy Award-winning musical dives into themes of identity, addiction, trauma, healing, and connection in modern America.

Centered around the seemingly perfect suburban Healy family, the show explores mental health, sexual assault, opioid addiction, race, gender identity, and the pressures of social media. Featuring iconic songs such as “You Oughta Know,” “Hand in My Pocket,” “Ironic,” and “Uninvited,” these powerful contemporary musical demands emotionally fearless storytelling.

JAGGED LITTLE PILL is presented by arrangement with Concord Theatricals Corp. www.concordtheatricals.com

Current, Plays & Musicals, Productions

Harvey

Laughter like Music at MLT’s “Harvey”
Marielle Sabbag for Vocal Media Geeks

Harvey blends whimsy, humor and heart
Marblehead Independent Article – April 3, 2026

Harvey by Mary Chase

“Harvey,” a whimsical comedy written by Mary Chase in 1944, centers around the charmingly eccentric Elwood P. Dowd, who insists on introducing his invisible friend, Harvey, a six-foot-tall rabbit, to everyone he meets.

Produced by
Andrew Hankinson and Andrew Barnett
Directed by Katie Meuse

Set in a small town, the play delves into themes of imagination, acceptance, and the nature of sanity, as Elwood’s unwavering belief in Harvey challenges societal norms and expectations. Through a series of humorous and poignant interactions with his family and the local community, the play invites audiences to reflect on the value of friendship, the importance of embracing differences, and the fine line between reality and imagination. With its endearing characters and insightful commentary, “Harvey” remains a beloved classic that resonates with audiences of all ages.

Harvey Program with bios v3Download

“HARVEY is presented by special arrangement with Broadway Licensing, LLC, servicing the Dramatists Play Service collection. (www.dramatists.com)”

Past, Plays & Musicals, Productions

A Few Good Men

By Aaron Sorkin

Produced by David Foye and Lisa Fama
Directed by Billy Lewand

Sorkin’s groundbreaking debut tells the story of a group of military lawyers assigned to defend two Marines in Guantanamo Bay. During the course of the trial, they uncover a high-level conspiracy designed to eliminate weaker soldiers in the name of patriotism.

A Few Good Men is SOLD OUT

We do not have a wait list, however there are often empty seats available. If you live nearby, then we suggest checking in and standing by at the theatre door 30 minutes before the show starts, and we will do our best to accommodate you.

We gratefully thank the Philanthropic Lodge, F&A.M of Marblehead, the Marblehead Bank and the Archer Insurance Agency for their generous sponsorship of A Few good Men

AFGM ProgramDownload

“A Few Good Men” is presented by arrangement with Concord Theatricals on behalf of Samuel French, Inc. www.concordtheatricals.com

Past, Plays & Musicals

A Little Night Music

Jan 15 – Video Article by James Maroney of Marblehead TV
Jan 16 – Will Dowd’s article in the Marblehead Independent

A Little Night Music Program

A Little Night Music at Marblehead Little Theatre Jan23-Feb 1, 2026

Music & Lyrics by Stephen Sondheim
Book by Hugh Wheeler
Orchestration by Jonathan Tunick

Sondheim’s A Little Night Music is a romantic farce about the lives of several upper middle-class couples in early twentieth-century Sweden. Mismatched couples join for an evening of romantic musical chairs on the longest night of the year. Sondheim’s Tony Award winning score, includes his best-known song, “Send in the Clowns.”

Produced by Andrew Barnett & Lisa Fama
Directed by Alexandra Dietrich
Music Direction by Thom Smoker    

A Very Grateful Thank You to Our Sponsors
Your support is vital to the success of this production and to our
continued ability to bring to life quality live theatre to Marblehead

Show Sponsors
Barbara and Michael Shaeffer

Performance, Scene and Advertising Sponsors
Paul Leitner Dayle Persons Burke Insurance
Witch City Walking Tours Witch City Broom Company

A LITTLE NIGHT MUSIC
is presented through a special arrangement with Music Theatre International (MTI). All authorized performance materials are also supplied by MTI.
www.mtishows.com

Dance, Past, Special Events and Guest Productions

Force of Nature

Illusions in Motion Dance Company Premieres Their Annual Performance

Force of Nature

An Evocative, Story-Driven Exploration of the Elements

This July, audiences are invited to step into the world of Force of Nature, a dance performance that channels the emotional power and quiet intensity of the natural world. Presented by Illusions in Motion Dance Company, the show will premiere at Marblehead Little Theatre on July 11 and 12, 2025 at 7 PM. 

Tickets are available at illusionsinmotion.com. 

Force of Nature is a captivating dance performance that explores the quiet strength and emotional depth of the natural world. Drawing inspiration from the elements—earth, air, fire, and water—the piece unfolds as a series of intertwined stories, each revealing a different facet of nature’s personality: gentle, unpredictable, passionate, and enduring.

Set against a dark, atmospheric backdrop and a textured, cinematic score, the dancers move through shifting landscapes of shadow, light, and color. Flowing fabrics mimic wind and water, glowing embers inspire fiery, rhythmic sequences, and grounded, expressive movement brings the strength of earth to life.

“This performance is about the unseen forces that move us—both human and elemental,” says Emmanuel Encarnacion, co-artistic director. “We wanted to tell stories that feel deeply personal, yet universally connected to something much larger.”

With its sultry tone, emotionally-driven choreography, and rich visual storytelling, Force of Nature offers a fresh, immersive experience for dance lovers and new audiences alike.

Tickets are available at illusionsinmotion.com. 

For press inquiries, interviews, or media access, please contact: Illusionsinmotion@gmail.com