Theater scene with seven young women in plaid skirts and casual tops, performing on stage with a cityscape backdrop, and pink stage lighting.

CRUEL INTENTIONS

August-September, 2024

Shifted Lens Theatre Company

Director: Alexis Lazear

Music Director: Taner Kelly

Choreographer: Erin Carrino

“Rulers of their elite Manhattan prep school, Sebastian and Kathryn have placed a mischievous bet: Can Sebastian successfully deflower the innocent Annette Hargrove, the headmaster’s daughter? As their vengeful crusade wreaks havoc on the students at Manchester Prep, the two devilish step-siblings become entangled in their own web of deception and unexpected romance in this raucous jukebox throwback.” (Broadway Licensing Global)

“The five ensemble members known as the Manchester Prep Dancers are well integrated into group scenes, elevating key moments and selling tricky dance numbers. Choreographer Erin Carrino’s stylized work captures the essence of ’90s music videos with dynamic and fluid movements that keep the energy high. Whether supporting the main action or creating background tableaux, the ensemble’s expressiveness makes them an integral part of the story.” (Boulder Weekly)

Role: Manchester Prep Dancer

Four young women dancing on stage with a DJ in the background and a city skyline projected behind them.
Students in school uniforms on stage during a play, with a backdrop of a town scene projected behind them.
Performers on stage dancing with a city skyline backdrop, some wearing checkered pants or skirts, in a theater with curtains and chandeliers
Two women performing a dance on stage, with one lifting the other. The background features music equipment and a decorative stage setup.
Young women performing a choreographed dance on stage with a cityscape backdrop.
Stage scene with multiple young actors, one center male with expressive face, one female with corset, others in casual and school costumes, city skyline background, colorful lighting.
People on stage during a performance, with some standing and clapping, others smiling or looking thoughtful, in a theater with purple lighting, chandelier, and a large screen displaying the words 'CRUEL CONNECTIONS'.
Group of people in formal and vintage costumes posing on stage, some smiling and making playful gestures.