Lifeline Theatre Extends JANE EYRE Through 11/16

To accommodate ticket demand, Lifeline Theatre announces fifteen added performances of its critically-acclaimed production of Jane Eyre, adapted from Charlotte Brontë's novel by Lifeline Theatre ensemble member Christina Calvit (four-time Jeff Award winner), and directed by Lifeline Theatre Artistic Director Dorothy Milne (Jeff Award and After Dark Award winner). After a troubled childhood, Jane Eyre searches for new purpose as a governess at Thornfield Hall. But a fragile peace gives way to turbulent passion when she meets Mr. Rochester, a man concealing a dark secret. Their unconventional relationship leads to a terrible revelation, and Jane must forge a new future amid the ashes of her ravaged dreams. As she struggles to free herself from the ghosts of her past, Jane realizes that her only hope is to find love on her own terms. A highly theatrical exploration of one woman's independent spirit in a beloved adaptation freshly updated for its first appearance on the Lifeline stage in thirteen years. Produced by special arrangement with Playscripts, Inc. (www.playscripts.com).

UPDATED CLOSING DATE: Jane Eyre runs through November 16 at Lifeline Theatre, 6912 N. Glenwood Ave. (free parking and shuttle; see below). Performance times are Thursdays and Fridays at 7:30 p.m., Saturdays at 4 and 8 p.m., and Sundays at 4 p.m. The production runs approximately two hours with one intermission. The is on sale in the lobby.

Ticket prices are $40 for regular single tickets, $30 for seniors, $20 for students (with I.D.), $20 for rush tickets (available half hour before show time, subject to availability), and $20 for previews. Group rate for 12 or more is available upon request. Tickets may be purchased at the Lifeline Theatre Box Office, 773.761.4477, or by visiting www.lifelinetheatre.com.

Accessible Performances: The Saturday, October 25, 4:00 p.m. performance will feature a pre-show touch tour of the set at 2:30 p.m. and live audio description for people who are blind or have low vision. For more information about Lifeline's accessibility services, please contact Accessibility Coordinator Erica Foster at 773.761.4477 x703 or at access@lifelinetheatre.com.

The complete cast and production team for Jane Eyre includes:

CAST: Lifeline Theatre ensemble member Heather Currie (Mrs. Fairfax, Lady Ingram, Hannah); with guest artists Anu Bhatt (Jane Eyre), LaNisa Frederick (Grace Poole, Amy Eshton, Mary Rivers), Ada Grey (Adele), Maya Lou Hlava (Helen), Anthony Kayer (Brocklehurst, Dr. Carter, Rev. Wood, Porter), Jhenai Mootz (Bertha, Blanche), Kyra Morris (Mrs. Reed, Mary Ingram, Diana Rivers), Joshua Moaney (Richard Mason, St. John Rivers), and John Henry Roberts (Edward Rochester). With understudies Galya Loeb, Kate McDermott, and Michael Woods.

CREW: Lifeline Theatre ensemble members Christina Calvit (Adaptor), Kevin D. Gawley (Lighting & Projection Designer), and Dorothy Milne (Director); withguest artists Jana Anderson (Costume Designer), Becky Bishop (Stage Manager), William Boles (Set Designer), Kitty Campbell (PropertiesDesigner), Benjamin W. Dawson (Production Manager), Jordan Kardasz (Assistant Lighting & Projection Designer), John Kelly (Master Electrician),Jason Kirk Martin (Dialect Coach), Autumn McConnico (Dramaturg), Christopher Kriz (Original Music & Sound Designer), Kate Reed (AssistantStage Manager), Browyn Sherman (Assistant Director), and Joe Schermoly (Technical Director). Lifeline Theatre presents Jane Eyre, now running through November 16 at Lifeline Theatre, 6912 N. Glenwood Ave. (free parking and shuttle; see below).Performance times are Thursdays and Fridays at 7:30 p.m., Saturdays at 4 and 8 p.m., and Sundays at 4 p.m. Ticket prices are $40 for regular singletickets, $30 for seniors, $20 for students (with I.D.), $20 for rush tickets (available half hour before show time, subject to availability), and $20 forpreviews. Group rate for 12 or more is available upon request. Tickets may be purchased at the Lifeline Theatre Box Office, 773.761.4477, or by visitingwww.lifelinetheatre.com.

Accessible Performances: The Saturday, October 25, 4:00 p.m. performance will feature a pre-show touch tour of the set at 2:30 p.m. and live audio description for people who are blind or have low vision. For more information about Lifeline's accessibility services, please contact Accessibility Coordinator Erica Foster at 773.761.4477 x703 or at access@lifelinetheatre.com.

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).

Photo by Suzanne Plunkett