by Dr. Douglas W. Larche with Susan Elliott Larche
based on the novel by Lois Lowry
directed by Ernie Nolan
Annemarie Johansen and Ellen Rosen play carefree games in the streets of Copenhagen, until the Nazi occupation of their city becomes increasingly more evident. As the Nazis attempt to relocate the Jewish residents of Denmark, Annemarie and the Johansens take a stand and help Ellen's family escape to Sweden. Winner of the Newbery Medal Number the Stars uses history to remind us that anyone can be a hero.
Recommended for ages 8 and up.
TUE, THU & FRI at 10 AM
SAT & SUN at 2 PM
SAT & SUN at 2 PM
Themes: Adaptation, Courage, Facing Prejudice, Family, Friendship, History and the Holocaust
The cast features
Brenton Abram-Copenhaver (Funeral Officer/Train Station Soldier/others), Zachary DeNardi (Samuel/Search Soldier), Erinn Fredin (Kirstie), Fiona Garretson (Lise/Mrs. Rosen), Laura Harrison (Mrs. Johansen) , Mark Mocarski (Mr. Rosen/others), Jeremy Pfaff (Mr. Johansen /Man with Beard), Brian Rife (Uncle Henrik/ Guitar Player), Alissa Sherwood (Annemarie), Nathan Simpson (Search Soldier/Dog Soldier), Frankie Stornaiuolo (Peter/Soldier), and Alissa Walker (Ellen).
The production team includes scenic design by Elyse Balogh, costume design by Megan Turner, lighting design by Lindsay Rose, sound design by Rachel Regan, dramaturgy by Catherine Miller and stage management by Meredith Matthews.
The production team includes scenic design by Elyse Balogh, costume design by Megan Turner, lighting design by Lindsay Rose, sound design by Rachel Regan, dramaturgy by Catherine Miller and stage management by Meredith Matthews.
January 18, 2014 - February 22, 2014DEPAUL'S MERLE RESKIN THEATRE
Photo by Michael Brosilow
Photo by Michael Brosilow
Photo by Michael Brosilow
Photo by Michael Brosilow
Photo by Michael Brosilow
Photo by Michael Brosilow
Photo by Michael Brosilow
Photo by Michael Brosilow
Photo by Michael Brosilow
Photo by Michael Brosilow
Photo by Michael Brosilow
Special Events:
1/18: USO of Illinois Day—US Armed Forces personnel & their families can reserve up to four free tickets. Visit www.tixfortroops.org.
1/18: Opening Day Autograph Session with the cast following the performance
2/8: Community Partner Day: Chicago Athletic Clubs
2/16: Ice Cream Social—Enjoy a post-show ice cream treat, autograph session and more! Admission to this special event is $8.
2/22: Community Partner Day: KidSnips
2/13: Post-Show Discussion
1/18: Opening Day Autograph Session with the cast following the performance
2/8: Community Partner Day: Chicago Athletic Clubs
2/16: Ice Cream Social—Enjoy a post-show ice cream treat, autograph session and more! Admission to this special event is $8.
2/22: Community Partner Day: KidSnips
2/13: Post-Show Discussion
Visit our Community Outreach page for more information about these and other special events.
Accessibility Services and Interpreted Performances:
If you or your child require wheelchair accessible and/or companion seating, or have any other hearing or vision needs, please let us know when you reserve your tickets so that we can make sure you visit to our theatre is an excellent one. Discounted tickets are available for patrons with disabilities, and their guests.Performances Interpreted in American Sign Language & Assisted Listening Devices:
Performances Interpreted in American Sign Language & Assisted Listening Devices:The performance of Number the Stars on 2/14 (10 AM) and 2/16 (2 PM) will be interpreted in American Sign Language by Sheila Kettering and Denise Klibanow. Call TTY (773) 325-7975.We also offer Sennheiser Infra-red personal listening devices for each performance at DePaul's Merle Reskin Theatre. These assisted listening devices are available to patrons upon request.