As you may know, we perform in a church.
It is one of the most magnificent performance spaces in the city, and we are grateful to call it home. We have learned (and continue to learn) how to make the most of the space as we strive to produce the highest-caliber musical theater. We have perfected balanced sound with a full orchestra, created an intimate and dynamic theatrical space with curtains and lighting, and crafted staging approaches that transport us to new destinations. And yet… we have limitations.
Many of you have asked “Why don’t you have any matinees?”
The simple answer is – light. During the day, the sanctuary is flooded with sunlight pouring through magnificent stained glass and historically preserved rose windows — a sight to behold, but one that makes true theatrical lighting impossible. Our craft relies on darkness, and daylight washes away the effects that help us create magic on stage.
But today, we are introducing a new concept – the “Unplugged” Matinee.
Inspired by Alanis Morissette’s iconic 1999 MTV Unplugged performance and the Broadway production’s appearance on NPR’s Tiny Desk Concerts — we’re turning sunlight into an ally. These special matinees will offer an intimate, acoustic version of the show: scaled-back staging, softer lighting, and a focus on the music and story at its core.
This approach also makes Jagged Little Pill more accessible — gentler for those sensitive to light, sound, or the show’s intense themes. And with fewer technical demands, we’re able to offer these performances at a reduced ticket price.
We are thrilled to welcome you to the “Unplugged” Matinees. We believe that these two distinctly different approaches to Jagged Little Pill will be worth experiencing – on their own, and as a set.