Jagged Little Pill, Alanis Morissette
Jagged Little Pill, Alanis Morissette
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Jagged Little Pill

Author: Alanis Morissette, Rachel Syme

Narrator: Rachel Syme, Julia Whelan, Robin Miles, Elizabeth Stanley, Diablo Cody

Unabridged: 4 hr 42 min

Format: Digital Audiobook Download

Published: 11/10/2020

Includes: Bonus Material Bonus Material Included


Synopsis

The official behind-the-scenes look at the powerful new musical based on Alanis Morissette's cult classic album Jagged Little Pill.

Celebrating its 25-year anniversary in 2020, singer-songwriter Alanis Morissette's Grammy-Award winning album Jagged Little Pill has come to define a generation. In the "triumphant and moving" (Variety) Broadway musical of the same name, Morissette's iconic numbers -- including smash hits like "Ironic," "You Oughta Know," and "Hand in My Pocket," -- are paired with new songs by the beloved musician and a powerful original story by Academy Award-winning writer Diablo Cody (Juno). Hailed as "urgent, wildly entertaining, and wickedly funny" (The Boston Globe) and "joyful and redemptive, rousing and real" (The New York Times), the Jagged Little Pill musical is a poignant and emotionally revelatory experience that is speaking to audiences across generations.

Now, for the first time, this book will take you behind the scenes with stunning photography, original in-depth interviews with the cast, crew, Alanis Morissette, and Diablo Cody, and an introduction from Morissette herself on the album's genesis and journey from release to acclaimed musical -- including details and anecdotes on her collaboration on the show. Including the full annotated libretto and a retrospective look at Alanis's artistic influences and the significance of the album within the cultural context of the 90s as well as its long-term impact on the music world as we know it, this beautifully rendered book is a must-have keepsake for anyone who has been touched by this production or Morissette's music.

Reviews

Goodreads review by Scottsdale Public Library on April 16, 2024

If you’ve seen the musical, Jagged Little Pill, or missed the musical when it was on tour and want to know more – Jagged Little Pill: you live, you learn : the stories behind the iconic album and groundbreaking musical will shine the light on all you know and more. You’ll learn about how the show wa......more

Goodreads review by Jessica on February 09, 2022

What a cool book!! Listening to the audiobook it was amazing hearing the voices of the actors, choreographer, director, and Alanis herself describe the experience of creating the musical and intentionally using the songs to create a story. I immediately listened to the original cast recording when f......more

Goodreads review by Ben on December 16, 2020

I was lucky enough to see the musical in November 2o19 on Broadway. It was brilliant. This companion volume is perfect for those who have seen the musical and for those who have yet to experience it.......more

Goodreads review by Lee Ann on April 30, 2022

Not familiar with the album, I was not sure I was interested in seeing this production. After listening to this, I am intrigued and looking for an opportunity to see this with my daughter, who has always been an Alanis fan.......more

Goodreads review by Celia on April 08, 2021

This isn’t the edition I read; however, it wasn’t available on Goodreads. I’ll need to add it, then follow up with a proper review!......more


Quotes

"Vividly combines song lyrics and cast stories with bright collages, eye-catching imagery, and effectively captured stage photography from pre-pandemic performances in Manhattan...A moving, well-rendered keepsake and a must-purchase for fans."—Kirkus Reviews