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Story, stage & company

On stage

The documented stage experience

Emergency Used Candles is a solo theater piece written and performed by Chiara Montalto-Giannini. Rooted in family history and Brooklyn heritage, the show centers on a Brooklyn Italian-American grandfather and granddaughter, drawing on Montalto-Giannini’s own experiences. Since its world premiere Off-Broadway in 2010 and later Los Angeles premiere in 2012, the piece has earned recognition across film festivals and continues to be active in writing initiatives. This page offers a detailed biography of the artist, highlights from the discography-like stage work, and notes on upcoming tour or development opportunities as of 2026.

Cast & creatives

People behind the production

While not a musical tour, Emergency Used Candles has inspired discussions about adaptation for film and ongoing writing collaborations. For fans and theater enthusiasts in New York City and Los Angeles, this page provides context on the show's origins, its key venues—Cherry Lane Studio Theatre in NYC and Theatre 68 in LA—and where to follow Chiara Montalto-Giannini’s latest projects. Secure your seats to future readings or engagements as announcements emerge, or explore official channels for the latest updates.

The essentials

Quick Facts About Emergency Used Candles

  • Not a music act; it is a solo theater piece written and performed by Chiara Montalto-Giannini.
  • World premiere: November 2010 Off-Broadway at Cherry Lane Studio Theatre in New York (Barefoot Theatre Company).
  • Los Angeles premiere (Theatre 68) in September 2012, retitled A Brooklyn Love Story: Emergency Used Candles.
  • Story centers on a Brooklyn Italian-American grandfather and granddaughter; based on Montalto-Giannini’s own family experiences.
  • Awards/recognitions include film festival accolades (Austin Film Festival, Big Apple Film Festival, Art of Brooklyn Film Festival) per the artist’s bio.
  • Film/TV development: the work has been described as in development for a feature film; not a musical tour. Active in related writing initiatives (Writers Guild Initiative).

While not a musical tour, Emergency Used Candles has inspired discussions about adaptation for film and ongoing writing collaborations. For fans and theater enthusiasts in New York City and Los Angeles, this page provides context on the show's origins, its key venues—Cherry Lane Studio Theatre in NYC and Theatre 68 in LA—and where to follow Chiara Montalto-Giannini’s latest projects. Secure your seats to future readings or engagements as announcements emerge, or explore official channels for the latest updates.

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