CHICAGo Premiere!

gossamer

by Lois Lowry

Directed by ASC ensemble member Brian Bell

November 7th - December 17th, 2009

"This production is a masterpiece from start to finish."
Centerstage Chicago

"A dream show indeed." The Reader

"Adventure Stage is the introduction to theater I wish all children could have." Chicago Critic

"Thoughtful, imaginative...first rate acting, directing and design...really extraordinary." Kelly Kleiman, Eight Forty-Eight

"Adventure Stage Chicago stands apart from other children's theater companies in town." Time Out Chicago

"Adventure Stage Chicago has always done a fine job catering to young audiences." Chicago Tribune

Show Description

This fanciful and poignant play based on Lois Lowry's novel exploredthe power of dreams and the magical creatures that create them. An eager new Dream-Giver known only as Littlest One struggles to heal the hearts of an abused young boy, his grieving caregiver and his estranged mother before the haunting memories each of them carry become more than they can bear. But are the dreams Littlest One weaves strong enough to fortify and protect the fragile humans in her care? Beautifully staged using colorful projections and enchanting puppetry, Gossamer was recommended for ages 9 and up (4th thru 8th grades).

SPECIAL EVENTS

Gossamer author and playwright Lois Lowry joined us on opening day for a post-show Q&A and book signing!

Lois Lowry’s appearance was made possible
in part by the generous support of