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Thumbelina

October 22, 2016 - October 23, 2016 @ 12:00 am - 12:00 am

Location

Lifeline Theatre

6912 N. Glenwood Ave.

Chicago, IL 60626

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Description

Pursued by all manner of woodland creatures eager to possess her, tiny Thumbelina must make her way through the great big world with nothing but her wits and will to protect her. A series of whimsical and magical adventures unfold as she sets out to find a community to call her own. Let your imagination soar with Thumbelina as she travels over streams, through forests, and on the wings of majestic birds in a powerful, dance-inspired tale about growing up and finding your own path, based on the story by Hans Christian Andersen.

Event Cost: $15

Price Category: $$

Event times: 11 a.m. and 1 p.m. Saturdays and Sundays.

Ages: Recommended for families with kids ages 5 and up.

Additional Information

Age recommendation: Teens, Tweens

Neighborhood: Chicago

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