CARRIE: The Musical

Based on the iconic horror novel by Stephen King, Carrie: The Musical follows teenage outcast Carrie White as she navigates newfound powers in the wake of a vicious act of bullying. Dismissed by her abusive mother, Carrie’s attempts to fit in ultimately lead to the destruction of life as she—and everyone around her—knows it.  

Carrie: The Musical is based on the novel by Stephen King, with music by Michael Gore, lyrics by Dean Pitchford, and book by Lawrence D. Cohen.  

Carrie: The Musical is presented by arrangement with Concord Theatricals. www.concordtheatricals.com 

Audience discretion is recommended, particularly for viewers under approximately 14 years of age. Please review the content disclosure and technical advisories below to determine if this production aligns with your preferences. 

Content Disclosure: 

Carrie: The Musical includes themes and depictions of violence, destruction, death, mass casualty, religious extremism, familial emotional and physical abuse, intense psychological distress, bullying, and coarse language, as well as references to alcohol and substance use.  

The show also includes ableist and homophobic language, which reflects the harmful attitudes of certain characters within the narrative. These elements are presented as part of the story’s exploration of isolation, power, and social cruelty. 

Scenes involving physical aggression and intimacy are choreographed with professional guidance, including an intimacy coordinator and staged combat practices, to ensure performer safety. 

Technical Elements: This production uses strobe and flashing lighting effects, sudden lighting changes, dry ice, and full blackouts, as well as sudden and loud sound effects, including explosive and crashing sounds. There will also be moments of raised voices, yelling, and screaming,  

Accessibility Package: You can find our Accessibility Package via the link in Queen’s Musical Theatre’s Instagram bio and as a scannable QR code at the Front of House for each performance. 

The field of accessibility in theatre is constantly evolving. To help us create the most accommodating experience possible, please reach out to our accessibility coordinator, Sarah Croxon, at 23byx2@queensu.ca,  if you have questions, concerns, or access needs not reflected here. 

Re-Entry Policy: Due to the production's staging and safety requirements, re-entry will not be permitted during the performance, except during the scheduled intermission. This policy helps ensure the safety of both audience members and performers. 

The show’s runtime is approximately 120 minutes with a 15-minute intermission.