See What Audiences Are Saying About Begin Again Badge!
Viewers from all walks of life are raving about Cristela Carrizales' solo performance in Begin Again Badge. See what they're saying about the show in this video!
"Cristela was a marvel… she held the audience right there in the palm of her hand."
"It is both totally individual and totally universal for all of us in the audience."
"Cristela had a wonderful way of expressing her journey through trauma and recovery. I loved her take on how beautiful of a journey it is once you finally turn and face it."
ArtsBeat Reviews Begin Again Badge
"Carrizales delivers a universal message about the longing to be accepted and loved for who we are [...] 'Being Again Badge' may not be a flawless show, but – like all of us – it is perfectly imperfect."
Begin Again Badge by Cristela Carrizales
Lifeline Productions is pleased to present the world premiere of Begin Again Badge—a deeply personal solo performance written and performed by Cristela Carrizales.
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The piece traces her journey through identity, trauma, validation, addiction, and recovery—ultimately arriving at a place of self-recognition and choice. Through storytelling, humor, and theatrical design, the show explores what it means to be seen, to survive, and to begin again.
In this signature production that’s emotionally powerful while filled with unexpected humor, Carrizales delivers a standout performance that’s human, accessible, and often disarming in its honesty. Begin Again Badge is a beautifully unfiltered ride through the wreckage and the rebuild—equal parts confession, catharsis, and can’t-miss theater.
Cast and Crew
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Actor............................................................Cristela Carrizales
Director..................................................................Meg Gilbert
Stage Manager.........................................................Jeff Dillon
Assistant Stage Manager..................................Lilianna Garcia
Assistant Stage Manager......................Olivia Schaedler-Luera
Production Manager..................................................Will Luera
Lighting Designer..............................................Chris McVicker
Sound and Projection Designer.............................Dorian Boyd
Video Lead..............................................................Brad Bryan
Story Coach and Creative Consultant................Jason Cannon
"Begin Again Badge" is not affiliated with, endorsed by, or sponsored by Girl Scouts of the USA ("GSUSA").
ADVANCE PRAISE FOR BEGIN AGAIN BADGE
"So rich in humor, heartbreak, and humanity — I was deeply moved."
