13 CLOCKS Opens 10/16 at Lifeline Theatre

Lifeline Theatre's KidSeries presents a world premiere stage adaptation of The 13 Clocks, based on the irreverent fairy tale by James Thurber. The production is adapted by Lifeline Theatre ensemble member Robert Kauzlaric (two-time Non-Equity Jeff Award-winning adaptor), and directed by Serendipity Theatre Collective Artistic Director Amanda Delheimer. On a faraway island, a wicked Duke has locked his niece in a high tower. When Prince Zorn of Zorna, in disguise as a wandering minstrel, learns of Saralinda's fate, he vows to free her - even if it means traveling thrice around the moon or turning November into June. Join Zorn on an unforgettable adventure complete with puppetry and song, spies and monsters, mysterious wizards, and magic spells to be broken. A modern twist on classic fairy tales, filled with wit and humor, in a world premiere adaptation. This production is appropriate for children ages five and up, and runs approximately one hour with no intermission. The book will be on sale in the lobby.

The 13 Clocks runs Saturday, Oct. 15 - Sunday, Dec. 4 at Lifeline Theatre, 6912 N. Glenwood Ave. Press opening is Sunday, Oct. 16 at 1 p.m. Regular performance times are Saturdays at 1 p.m. and Sundays at 11 a.m. and 1 p.m. (Previews are Saturday, Oct. 15 at 1 p.m. and Sunday, Oct.16 at 11 a.m.) Ticket prices are $15 and may be purchased at the Lifeline Theatre Box Office, 773.761.4477, or by visiting www.lifelinetheatre.com.

The complete cast and production team for The 13 Clocks includes:

CAST: Guest artists Joey deBettencourt (Zorn), David Guiden (Golux), Jonathan Helvey (Duke), Mildred Marie Langford (Saralinda), and Mike Ooi (Hark). With understudies Ariel Begley and Jacquis Neal.

CREW: Lifeline Theatre ensemble member Robert Kauzlaric (Adaptor); with guest artists Melanie Berner (Associate Puppet Designer), Amanda Delheimer (Director), Mikhail Fiksel (Sound Designer), Heather Gilbert (Lighting Designer), Katherine Greenleaf (Properties Designer), Clare Roche (Stage Manager), Nathan Rohrer (Costume Designer), and Chelsea Warren (Scenic & Puppet Designer).

Lifeline Theatre KidSeries presents The 13 Clocks, Saturday, Oct. 15 - Sunday, Dec. 4 at Lifeline Theatre, 6912 N. Glenwood Ave. Press opening is Sunday, Oct. 16 at 1 p.m. Regular performance times are Saturdays at 1 p.m. and Sundays at 11 a.m. and 1 p.m. (Previews are Saturday, Oct. 15 at 1 p.m. and Sunday, Oct. 16 at 11 a.m.) Ticket prices are $15 and may be purchased at the Lifeline Theatre Box Office, 773.761.4477, or by visiting www.lifelinetheatre.com.

Lifeline Theatre also offers "Name Your Price" tickets a half-hour before the show (subject to availability), group rates and other discounts available upon request. A party room is available for full-service birthday and special event parties. Free parking is available at the designated lot west of the theatre (NE corner of Morse and Ravenswood) with free shuttle service before and after the show. Street parking is also available and Lifeline Theatre is handicapped and CTA accessible (Red Line Morse stop/busses).

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