SNOWFLAKE'S TIM'S BIG HOLIDAY ADVENTURE Opens 12/13

Chicago's Lifeline Theatre KidSeries presents the perennial favorite SNOWFLAKE'S TIM'S BIG HOLIDAY ADVENTURE, by Lifeline ensemble member Christina Calvit, and directed by Lifeline Artistic Director Dorothy Milne.

SNOWFLAKE'S TIM'S BIG HOLIDAY ADVENTURE opens December 13, 2008, and closes January 4, 2009. Preview on December 13 at 11 a.m. Runs at 11 a.m. on December 13, 14, 20, 27, and January 3 Runs at 2 p.m. on December 21, 22, 23, 24, 26, 28, 29, 30, 31, and January 2, 4.

Taking care of your baby sister is a drag, especially at holiday time. That's why Tim Snow (“Snowflake” to the bullies in the schoolyard) is in a bad mood. But when his sister gets lost in a confusing not-world where ninjas are ninnies and princesses are powerhouses, Tim's only holiday wish is to have her back, fast, before Mom gets home. SNOWFLAKE'S TIM'S BIG HOLIDAY ADVENTURE (also produced by Lifeline in December 2004 and 2005) is appropriate for children aged five to ten, running at about one hour with no intermission. “Snowflake Tim's Big Holiday Adventure” runs in repertory with the world premiere children's musical “Flight of the Dodo”during the holiday season.  Calvit's original book, with illustrations by Eileen Ebbler, is available at Lifeline only, on sale in the lobby.

Also, the Lifeline Holiday Party is on Saturday, January 3, 2009, 12 noon - 3 p.m. Family fun for kids and adults includes lunch, drama games, crafts and a “Flight of the Dodo” show.  $25 per person for party and “Dodo” ($15 each for Lifeline subscribers) - attendees can also see “Snowflake Tim” at 11 a.m. for $12 (entire day consists of “Tim” show, party and events, then “Dodo” show).  Reservations recommended at 773-761- 4477.

The cast includes guest artists Sarah Beckette (Jessica and others), B. Diego Colon (Snowflake Tim) and Ezekiel Sulkes (Dad and others).

The staff includes Lifeline ensemble members Christina Calvit (Playwright), Victoria DeIorio (Sound Design), Alan Donahue (Scenic and Property Design), and artistic director  Dorothy Milne (Director), with guest artists Seth Reinick (Lighting Design) and Amy Sobotta (Costume Design).

NEXT: KidSeries shows include “Flight of the Dodo,” December 20, 2008- February 22, 2009 (opens 12/27/08, 2 p.m.); and “Mrs. Piggle-Wiggle,” March 14-May 3, 2009 (opens 3/15/09, 1 p.m.).

Now in its 26th season, Lifeline Theatre is known for specializing in original literary adaptations. Its ensemble of artists uses imaginative, unconventional staging to portray sprawling stories in an intimate space. Lifeline is committed to promoting the arts in its Rogers Park neighborhood and is an anchor of the Glenwood Avenue Arts District.  We aspire to create art that is relevant to our culturally diverse, increasingly youthful neighborhood.  Lifeline Theatre – Big Stories, Up Close. 

Supporters include Alphawood Foundation; The Arts Work Fund; The Chicago Community Trust; CityArts 3 grant from the City of Chicago Department of Cultural Affairs; Elizabeth F. Cheney Foundation; Gaylord and Dorothy Donnelley Foundation; The Grover Hermann Foundation; Illinois Arts Council, a state agency; Lloyd A. Fry Foundation; MacArthur Fund for Arts and Culture and the Prince Charitable Trusts; Mayer and Morris Kaplan Family Foundation; Polk Bros. Foundation; S&C Foundation; and the annual support of businesses and individuals.

Lifeline Theatre is located at 6912 N. Glenwood Ave., Chicago. Parking available (street and lot); CTA accessible (Red Line Morse stop/buses). Free designated parking lot west of the theatre at the NE corner of Morse and Ravenswood with free shuttle service before and after the show. Handicapped accessible.

For general theatre info, call 773-761-4477 or visit www.lifelinetheatre.com.

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