The Empty Space’s mission is to provide professional quality live theatre to the community of Bakersfield and to create an opportunity for local actors, directors and technicians to work in a creative environment that allows them to express themselves and their artistic ideas while encouraging them to continue to study and improve their craft.
Description
Carrie: The Musical
Book by Lawrence D. Cohen
Music by Michael Gore
Lyrics by Dean Pitchford
Based on the novel by Stephen King
Directed by Connor Putnam
Vocal Directed by Kelsey Morrow
Choreography by Bella Garza
April 25, 26, & May 2, 3, 8, 9, 10 @ 8pm
May 4 @ 2pm
ABOUT THE PLAY
Carrie White is a teenage outcast who longs to fit in. At school, she’s bullied by the popular crowd, and virtually invisible to everyone else. At home, she’s dominated by her loving but cruelly controlling mother. What none of them know is that Carrie’s just discovered she’s got a special power, and if pushed too far, she’s not afraid to use it.
Set in the present in the small New England town of Chamberlain, Maine, Carrie: The Musical features a book by Lawrence D. Cohen (screenwriter of the classic film), music by Academy Award winner Michael Gore (Fame, Terms of Endearment), and lyrics by Academy Award winner Dean Pitchford (Fame, Footloose).
Starring: Megan Jarrett, Bethany Lahammer, Molly Jiron, Mateo Rubinol, Savanna Lux, Jake Chivington, Kelsey Morrow, Josh Carruthers, Lorea Laverty, Marina Gradowitz, Carlie Wood, Isaac Villa, Michael Hendrix, Nathan Armendariz, Dominic Ulloa, Tanner Melton, Lily May, Sofie Fruguglietti, Elisa Altamirano, and Petra Carter
Tickets are $25 General Admission, $20 Seniors (55+) and Students (13+). VIP TABLES are available and include a front row table for 2 guests, and unlimited Prom Punch (Spiked or NA) and popcorn.
CARRIE THE MUSICAL is presented by arrangement with Concord Theatricals. www.concordtheatricals.com
CONTENT WARNING: Carrie is based on Stephen King’s horror novel and is intended for mature audiences. It includes portrayals of bullying, religious extremism, hate-motivated violence, and mass murder in a school setting; depictions of blood and gore; profanity and homophobic language; references to sexual assault and sexual violence; references to animal cruelty; loud noises, flashing/strobing lights, smoke and haze.
Date & Time
Apr 25 - May 10, 2025
Venue Details
The Empty Space
5417 Woodmere DriveBakersfield, California 93313
