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While her parents work tirelessly at the local factory, Annabelle discovers a small wooden box in the snow filled with yarn that seemingly never ends. Armed with her love of friends and family, and her grandmother’s knitting needles, she effortlessly knits sweaters for the whole town! But the Archduke isn’t too pleased and will stop at nothing to get that never-ending yarn for himself. Bundle up with the discovery of family, friendship, and fighting for what’s right in this world premiere musical by the team that brought you We Found a Hat.
Ensemble member Jessica Wright Buha (Lyle Finds His Mother) and John Szymanski, the team that brought you We Found A Hat, and ensemble member Anthony Kayer (Bunnicula [2018], Bunny’s Book Club) join forces to bring you a world premiere musical that explores the meaning of family and fighting for what you believe in.
News About Extra Yarn at Lifeline Theatre
Lifeline Theatre Announces Cast for World Premiere KidSeries Production Of SKUNK AND BADGER
February 07, 2024Lifeline Theatre's World Premiere KidSeries Production of Skunk and Badger features a talented cast. Adapted by Lifeline Ensemble Member, this production is based on the popular book.
Casting Announced For Lifeline Theatre's Adaptation Of Vonnegut's Classic CAT'S CRADLE
August 16, 2023Lifeline Theatre and Artistic Director ILesa Duncan announce the casting for the revival of ensemble member John Hildreth's adaptation of Kurt Vonnegut's classic Cat's Cradle.
Lifeline Theatre KidSeries Presents EXTRA YARN
January 18, 2023Lifeline Theatre presents the world premiere musical of the KidSeries production Extra Yarn. The musical is based on the book of the same title by Mac Barnet; illustrated by Jon Klassen, adapted by Lifeline Theatre ensemble members Jessica Wright Buha* and John Szymanski+, with music by John Szymanski+, and directed by Anthony Kayer+^, also a Lifeline Theatre ensemble member.
Lifeline Theatre Presents EXTRA YARN
January 09, 2023Lifeline Theatre presents the world premiere musical of the KidSeries production Extra Yarn.
World Premiere of EXTRA YARN & More Announced for Lifeline Theatre 2022-2023 Season
June 13, 2022Lifeline Theatre announced their 2022-23 season of Big Stories, Up Close. It’s a monumental year of unforgettable stories brought to life, from beloved classics to modern titles. The 2022-23 MainStage season features the Midwest premiere sequel Miss Holmes Returns, followed by a retelling of Dr. Endesha Ida Mae Holland’s From the Mississippi Delta.
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Better Person with Comedian Billy D. Washington
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The Second City Mainstage's 112th Revue
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A Little Night Music
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JUBALEE! Gala
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Guys and Dolls
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