Lifeline continues one of its most beloved new traditions with a fifth season of concert readings, this year featuring ALL NEW ADAPTATIONS! In July, we present ensemble member Christina Calvit’s world premiere adaptation of Sylvester: or the Wicked Uncle, by Georgette Heyer (Copyright © Georgette Heyer 1957. This performance licensed by arrangement with Heron Enterprises Ltd.). And for […]
“Lifeline’s delectable and enchanting new confection, a world premiere for young audiences, has been adapted with originality, spirit and style… Imagine the jubilant bounce and bliss of a ‘Schoolhouse Rock’ ditty, and you have an idea of how pleasurable this little 60-minute musical can be.” –Chicago Theatre Review “A delightful family musical packed with fun for […]
“HIGHLY RECOMMENDED! An adaptation that truly satisfies… directed with captivating cleverness… a memorable, toe-tapping score… this musical for young audiences is just plain delicious.” –Chicago Theatre Review “RECOMMENDED! Lifeline’s current production is a delight” –Chicago Reader Arnie, a loveable chocolate-frosted, rainbow-sprinkled doughnut, is the happiest pastry in the bakery when he’s chosen to be taken home by a new […]
“This entertaining little musical by James E. Grote and Russell J. Coutinho, aimed at ages five and up, will enchant audiences of all ages… Lifeline Theatre once again demonstrates that they’re one of Chicago’s finest theatre companies, providing delightful and inspiring plays and musicals for young audiences.” –Chicago Theatre Review “You know a children’s show is […]
“★★★★ This is a wonderful adaptation and a wonderful production… That Lifeline succeeds on all counts is a tribute to Kauzlaric’s excellent script and director Ilesa Duncan… The entire ensemble is excellent.” –ChicagoOnstage.com “A bracing, breathtaking good time… Audiences looking for the perfect escapist comic drama, filled with action and adventure, should look no further than the […]
“★★★ Lifeline pulls it off… The show’s great strength is the world-premiere adaptation, by Jessica Wright Buha… It’s an impressive feat — and it makes this production an ideal introduction to Tolstoy, indeed to romantic Russian realism, for a young person, long a strength at Lifeline.” –Chicago Tribune “Jessica Wright Buha’s new, streamlined adaptation captures the heart […]
“For lovers of Austen, inventive staging, and that warm feeling of camaraderie unique to the stage; Sylvester is a lovely evening reminding us that we can never win if we never play.” –Chicago Theatre Review “3 STARS. An affectionate spoof of a romantic genre that, while periodically updated, hasn’t really changed the rules of the game […]