Tamar & the River (Oratorio)

Puppetry

Tamar & the River is a modern oratorio retelling the biblical story of Tamar, who defies injustice and claims her rightful place within her family. Through powerful choral and solo voices, the work explores themes of resilience, survival, and the pursuit of justice for women across generations.

Playwright

Music & Book: Marisa Michelson
Lyrics & Book: Joshua H. Cohen

Director

Joe Barros

Producers

Choral Chameleon & Theater Barn

Creative Team

Puppetry Designer Elizabeth Ostler
Music Director Vince Peterson
Casting Director Jason Najjoum
Lighting Designer Michael Megliola
Costume Designer Rachel Guilfoyle
Assistant Director Joshua A. Kelley
Assistant Puppetry Designers Katie Proulx, Steve Smith

Cast

Tamar: Jessica Grové
Choral Chameleon singers: Joseph Bellino, Evan Crawford, Kelly Baxter Golding, Michael Gullo, Mark Johnson, Cameron Bernard Jones, Clare Maloney, Jacqueline Perez, Vince Peterson, Mi Na Shin, Jeffery Thyer, Julie Waters, and Erika Lloyd Whiteley