THE STEADFAST TIN SOLDIER

November 1, 2019–January 26, 2020

Written and Directed by Ensemble Member Mary Zimmerman
From the Story by Hans Christian Andersen

True to his loyal and resolute nature, The Steadfast Tin Soldier returns! The Chicago Tribune calls Ensemble Member Mary Zimmerman’s gorgeous spectacle of music and movement “a four-star treat for all ages.” Hans Christian Andersen’s story about a little tin soldier who never gives up comes back to Lookingglass for a winter-time curtain call. The Chicago Reader trumpets this marvel of invention, beauty, and magical storytelling as “an absolute GIFT.” Don’t miss the triumphant return of Chicago’s newest Holiday tradition, The Steadfast Tin Soldier.

★★★★ It’s transformational, truly. Barely more than an hour long and does not use a lick of human speech. But this is a major new work, with the message that we don’t die, we merely change shape. It’s one holiday experience you don’t want to miss.”

—Chicago Tribune

Gloriously creative and terrifically engaging”

—Chicago Sun-Times

An absolute gift... Brings us hope, gratitude, and magic”

—Chicago Reader

The most beautifully and meticulously crafted holiday show you’re likely to see.”

—Hyde Park Herald

Emotional to the core... will enthrall you, whatever your age”

—CBS Chicago

Like nothing you’ve ever seen”

—Windy City Times

ARTISTS

Director/Playwright

Scenic Designer

Costume Designer

Lighting Designer

Co-Sound Designer/Co-Composer

AMANDA DEHNERT

Co-Composer

CHRISTOPHER M. LAPORTE

Co-Sound Designer

LEANDRO LÓPEZ VÁRADY

Music Director/Associate Arranger

TRACY WALSH

Dance Choreographer

CHICAGO PUPPET STUDIO

Puppet Design

SYLVIA HERNANDEZ-DISTASI

Circus Choreographer

AMANDA HERRMANN

Properties Designer

RIGABILITY INC.

Rigging Designer

KATRINA HERRMANN

Assistant Stage Manager

FEATURING

KATRINA HERRMANN

Assistant Stage Manager

Nursemaid

Ballerina

Goblin

Rat

The Steadfast Tin Soldier

Piano

Violin

Cello

Flutes (for select performances)

CONSTANCE VOLK

Flutes

LOOKINGGLASS ARTISTS

Lookingglass is an ensemble based company, with a dedicated group of artists composing its roster of Ensemble Members, Artistic Associates, and Teaching Artists.